CATL's Revolutionary EV Battery: 520 km Range in Just 5 Minutes

2025-04-22 green

Amsterdam, Tuesday, 22 April 2025.
CATL unveils a groundbreaking EV battery offering a 520 km range after only five minutes of charging, setting a new benchmark in rapid charging and sustainable vehicle technology.

Revolutionary Charging Technology

In a significant advancement for electric vehicle technology, CATL unveiled its second-generation Shenxing battery on April 21, 2025, at its Tech Day event in Shanghai [1][2]. The breakthrough battery technology demonstrates unprecedented charging capabilities, delivering 520 kilometers (323 miles) of range from just five minutes of charging, surpassing BYD’s previous benchmark of 400 kilometers [3]. The system supports a remarkable peak charging power of 1.3 megawatts and offers a total range of 800 kilometers [4].

Market Leadership and Innovation

As the world’s largest EV battery manufacturer, CATL commands a substantial 37% global market share and supplies 16 of the world’s major car manufacturers [5][6]. The company’s dominance in the industry is further strengthened by its extensive manufacturing network, comprising thirteen facilities worldwide, including strategic locations in China and a significant presence in Arnstadt, Germany [5]. This latest innovation represents a crucial step forward in addressing one of the primary barriers to EV adoption - charging time [GPT].

Technical Specifications and Performance

The new Shenxing battery showcases impressive cold-weather performance, achieving a charging efficiency from 5% to 80% in just 15 minutes even at temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius [3]. CATL has also introduced the Naxtra series, the world’s first mass-produced sodium-ion battery, which operates effectively in extreme temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C [4]. The Naxtra technology promises a service life exceeding eight years for heavy-duty vehicles [4].

Market Impact and Future Prospects

The company anticipates integration of the Shenxing battery technology into 67 electric vehicle models by the end of 2025 [7]. However, due to ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions and CATL’s recent addition to the U.S. Department of Defense’s list of Chinese military companies in January 2025 [5], the technology’s availability in the American market remains uncertain [alert! ‘geopolitical restrictions may limit market access’].

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