A full EV charging session in 4 minutes? There's a challenger to BYD in the MegaWatt charging game
Geely says its latest 2.2 MegaWatt EV charging can brim batteries in just four minutes
Geely is set to reveal new ultra-fast charging technology this week, which could charge an electric vehicle in just four minutes. The Geely Group has teased this technology on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, introducing a new all-electric premium SUV called the Geely Galaxy E5. The Galaxy E5 will utilize a novel charging system capable of delivering a full battery charge in a mere four minutes, powered by an impressive 2.2MW peak.
The vehicle will feature an 800V architecture and Geely's next-generation Aegis Short Blade battery, available in 61.52kWh and 70.01kWh capacities. The battery pack promises CLTC-rated ranges of 550 km (341 miles) and 635 km (395 miles), but the ultra-fast charging technology is the focus of the announcement. Geely's AI involvement is reportedly for thermal control, allowing for the rapid charging without harming the battery cells.
The company expects the battery to endure 3,500 charge-discharge cycles with minimal degradation. China continues to emphasize speed in EV charging technology, with BYD and Zeekr also pushing their own high-power charging solutions in the country. The demand for rapid chargers is expected to grow, requiring the installation of more than 40 million charging points and 300,000 high-power facilities by 2030 to support the projected 110 million EVs on Chinese roads.
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