During the Beijing Auto Show, major Chinese battery makers and EV manufacturers showcased rapid charging technologies. The industry push, sparked by companies like BYD and CATL, aims to boost charging efficiency significantly, bringing times under 10 minutes.

Battery makers and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers have seized on the Beijing Auto Show to showcase technologies promising shorter charging times in a race triggered by BYD and Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL). Fast-charging technology has dominated the floor at the 10-day event which runs until May 3. Second-tier Chinese battery suppliers including CALB Group, EVE Energy and Sunwoda unveiled products capable of boosting power to 70 per cent, from a starting point of 10 per cent,.....