BYD’s new EV is luring in buyers with 5 minute charging and prices starting at $22,000

Electrek
By Peter JohnsonApr 3, 2026, 9:48 am366 ptsTop
BYD launched the Song Ultra EV in China, starting at just under $22,000. The new EV is one of the first to be equipped with its Blade Battery and Flash Charging, enabling recharge times in as little as 5 minutes. In less than a month, the electric SUV secured over 37,000 orders. more…

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