Drivers will soon be able to charge EVs in around the time it takes to fill an internal combustion engine car with gas.

Game-changing new battery tech promises near-instant charging—but the leap forward may come with big hurdles.

Chinese auto manufacturer BYD says it has developed technology that speeds up electric vehicle battery charging to as little as 5 minutes at 1,000 kilowatts, providing enough energy for nearly 250 miles of driving.