BYD Is Building the Future While Everyone Else Is Catching Up

In a move that feels like it’s straight out of a sci-fi future, BYD has announced a massive expansion of its megawatt charging infrastructure plan—upping the ante from 10,000 to a jaw-dropping 15,000 megawatt-level chargers across China. Yes, megawatt chargers. That’s 1,000 kW of power, capable of delivering up to 400 km (250 miles) of range in just 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, here in North America, some people are still debating whether EVs are a "fad."

The announcement came during the 2025 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Auto Show, the same event that saw the launch of Huawei’s Maextro S800. Days later, BYD revealed new partnerships with Xiaoju Charging (the charging arm of ride-hailing giant Didi) and LongShine, adding serious weight behind the buildout.

• Xiaoju Charging will open 10,000 megawatt-level units.

• LongShine, active in 400+ cities, will add 5,000 more.

This isn’t just about convenience—it’s strategic. The infrastructure is designed to support BYD’s newest high-performance EVs: the Han L and Tang L, which are already delivering strong numbers. In their first month alone:

• Han L: 10,483 units sold

• Tang L: 11,406 units sold

For comparison, Tesla's total combined sales in the EU, EFTA, and UK during the same time period were just 7,261—down nearly 49% year-over-year.

BYD’s progress underscores something important: the EV race is global, and China is sprinting.

What This Means

• Megawatt charging isn’t a pipe dream—it’s here, and it’s scaling fast.

• Range anxiety? About to become a relic of the past.

• Automakers in North America and Europe need to stop thinking in kilowatts and start planning in megawatts.

The takeaway? While the West argues over charger compatibility and rollout timelines, BYD is laying down the future of EV infrastructure at scale—and driving off into it at full speed.