Daily EV news · France · 22 October 2026
EV Charging
BYD to install 100 Flash Charging stations across Europe by end of 2026, delivering 1,500 kW peak power
BYD confirmed at the Paris Motor Show in October that it will deploy 100 Flash Charging stations in Europe by the end of 2026. The second generation chargers deliver a maximum of 1,500 kW, enabling compatible vehicles with Blade 2.0 batteries to charge from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes and reach 97% in 9 minutes. On a 115 kWh battery, the 10% to 70% charge represents approximately 69 kWh at an average power of around 830 kW over the 5 minute period, meaning the charger does not operate continuously at peak capacity.
Why it matters
The rollout marks the arrival of ultra high power charging infrastructure in Europe, significantly exceeding the 150 kW to 400 kW range typical of current rapid chargers in France. CPOs and site hosts will need to assess grid capacity and business case viability for 1,500 kW installations, though initial deployment is limited to 100 sites and requires specific vehicle compatibility.