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BYD is launching its next-gen Blade EV battery – more range and even lower cost


BYD is expected to launch its next-gen Blade EV battery later this year. The battery will promote more range at...

BYD’s Blade batteries power Tesla, Ford, Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, and other popular electric vehicles from major automakers. BYD’s CEO, Wang Chuanfu, said the new battery will be even smaller and lighter with the same endurance during a recent financial meeting, according to a report by Fast Technology. BYD claims new energy vehicles have entered “the knockout round” over gas-powered cars with superior tech and comparable prices.

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