Is this the electric car battery breakthrough we’ve been waiting for? Game changing technology debuts in little known Chinese brand’s new EV and it’s coming to Australia to battle the Tesla Model Y, BYD Seal and Kia EV6

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The electric car industry is rapidly advancing, thanks to improved batteries that are overcoming barriers to widespread adoption. Chinese brand Zeekr, owned by the Geely Group, has introduced the Golden Brick battery, claimed to be the world’s fastest charging electric car battery. The battery, capable of 5.5C charging, can replenish from 10 to 80 per cent in 10.5 minutes. It will feature in the upcoming Zeekr 7X performance SUV, set for release in Australia, with a range of 600km. Sister brand Polestar has also showcased similar ultra-fast charging batteries. Other major brands like Toyota and Nissan are working on solid state batteries for future models.

Brands mentioned: Zeekr, Polestar, Volvo, Toyota, Nissan