Key facts
- CATL unveiled a next-generation EV battery at its Super Technology Day event in Beijing.
- The battery can charge from 10% to 98% in under 6.5 minutes.
- BYD has also introduced new battery technology.
Chinese battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL) has showcased a new electric-vehicle (EV) battery that can charge from 10% to 98% in under six-and-a-half minutes. The technology was a highlight at the company's Super Technology Day event in Beijing.
This development is anticipated to further accelerate global sales for Chinese automakers and contribute to advancements in energy storage solutions. Earlier, BYD, recognized as the world's leading EV maker, also revealed its own new battery technology.