BYD Second-Generation Blade Battery Dismantled in China
A live-streamed demonstration featuring the forced dismantling of BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery has suddenly gone viral, triggering heated debate across Chinese social media. According to reports, the action, initiated by a group of automotive bloggers, was considered extreme, as the team spent approximately six to eight hours dissecting a single battery pack unit.
This risky demonstration was prompted by ongoing online discussions regarding the fast-charging technology of the Chinese EV giant. Previous live streams testing the battery temperature during high-speed charging had piqued curiosity and sparked debates among netizens regarding the materials and safety systems used in BYD’s batteries.
The team reportedly required nearly eight hours before they were able to reach the individual battery cells inside. Notably, despite the battery pack being repeatedly struck and cut with grinders that produced sparks, viewers noted that no smoke or flames emerged from within the battery. This observation became the primary focus of the audience.
The live stream’s comment section was flooded with analyses from netizens, most of whom expressed admiration for the structural robustness of the latest Blade battery generation. Discussions expanded to cover sealing methods, thermal materials, and the battery chassis reinforcement, which was deemed highly solid. Throughout the exhausting dismantling process, the bloggers reportedly only found minor cosmetic manufacturing issues, such as unevenly applied adhesive in certain areas.
However, the stunt was not without condemnation. Several automotive observers in China criticised the lack of professionalism and the disregard for safety procedures during the broadcast. Critics highlighted the fatal risks of dismantling high-voltage electric vehicle batteries without adequate insulation protection. Furthermore, no fire extinguishers were visible in the bloggers’ workspace to anticipate potential short circuits or explosions.