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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Anthony Cuthbertson

Tesla rival BYD launches five-minute battery in $30,000 model

BYD has launched the first electric cars to feature its five-minute charging battery, just weeks after unveiling the groundbreaking technology.

The Chinese automaker said the latest Han L and Tang L models will come equipped with the Super E-Platform system that delivers 400km (249 miles) of range from just five minutes of charging.

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