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  "publishedAt": "2026-03-13T09:45:45.000Z",
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  "textContent": "\n\n\nBYD has confirmed it will launch its premium sub-brand Denza in Europe next month as the Chinese manufacturer continues its global expansion.\n\nThe Denza Z9GT hypercar will be officially launched in Paris on April 8, with BYD also set to unveil its Flash Charging technology for the European market.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nThe \"game-changing\" charging technology can charge an electric vehicle from 10 per cent to 70 per cent in just five minutes, in a move that could revolutionise public charging.\n\nBYD added that using a Flash Charger can refill an EV from 10 per cent to 97 per cent in just nine minutes. Even in -30C temperatures, the car can be recharged in just 12 minutes.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nTRENDING\n\nStories\n\nVideos\n\nYour Say\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nThe Chinese brand said Flash Charging would \"break down the final barriers\" for drivers who remain hesitant to switch to an electric vehicle.\n\nThe 1,500kW charger is the second-generation of BYD's Blade Battery technology, which makes use of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and is set to launch in Europe within weeks.\n\nWhen paired with Flash Charging, the new Denza Z9GT, which contains a 122kWh Blade Battery, will provide up to 800km in the rear-wheel-drive model.\n\nIts European flagship model with a triple-motor has over 960PS and a staggering acceleration time from 0-100km/h in less than three seconds.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nThe Z9GT contains immersive audio technology and will be the first European vehicle to offer an \"opera-house entertainment experience\".\n\nStella Li, executive vice president of BYD, said the introduction of Denza in Europe was a \"very important milestone\" for the manufacturer.\n\nShe said: \"The Z9GT represents the true spirit of Denza - where advanced technology, beautiful design and emotional driving come together.\n\n\"It's the perfect choice to introduce the principle of 'Ready in 5, Full in 9, Cold Add 3' to the world, as we start our global rollout of Flash Charging in Europe.\n\n### LATEST DEVELOPMENTS\n\n\n\n\n  * Nissan electric Micra qualifies for £3,750 grant despite uncertainty over Sunderland plant\n  * Vauxhall owner Stellantis 'in talks' with Chinese brands over potential European 'overhaul'\n  * Millions of drivers receive huge update on petrol stations 'exploiting' with soaring fuel costs\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n\"The ability to add hundreds of kilometres of range in just minutes, even in extremely low temperatures, means the Z9GT perfectly reflects our vision for Denza.\"\n\nShe explained that the performance of the vehicle should excite drivers, and the elegance of the vehicle should \"define the future of premium mobility\".\n\nBYD said it would provide further details on the Denza Z9GT in the near future, as well as how it will support the arrival of the electric supercar.\n\nThousands of Flash Charging stations have already been installed in China, with a further global expansion of the technology expected in the near future.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nBYD has adapted rapidly to the UK market, securing the largest market share of any Chinese brand last year with 2.54 per cent.\n\nIt has continued this momentum into 2026, with 6,175 new car sales in the first two months of the year, representing an impressive 121 per cent year-on-year growth in sales.\n\nDespite only launching in the UK a few years ago, it is already outselling established brands including Citroen, Fiat, Honda, Mazda, Mini and Tesla.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Our Standards:The GB News Editorial Charter **",
  "title": "BYD confirm European launch of 'game-changing' electric car that fully charges in nine minutes"
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