BYD is preparing to bring its megawatt “Flash Charging” network to Canada. Will add 400 km of range in 5 minutes, even at -20°C (-4°F) in Canadian winters.
"While American drivers are stuck with a de facto ceiling of 350-500 kW, and US tariffs keep BYD out entirely, Canadians are now likely to get megawatt-class charging alongside some of the cheapest EVs on the market. The contrast at the border is going to become embarrassing fast."
https://electrek.co/2026/06/10/byd-flash-charging-canada-5-minute-ev-charging-network/
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