Denza Malaysia rolls out new OTA update for Z9GT ahead of BYD Flash Charging launch

KUALA LUMPUR: BYD’s luxury brand, Denza, has rolled out a comprehensive Over-The-Air (OTA) software update for the Z9GT, ahead of the official launch of BYD Flash Charge technology in Malaysia on November 19, 2026.

Denza Z9GT owners to get notification for OTA installation 

Starting from 10 November, the Denza Z9GT owners will receive an automated notification directly on their EV’s central display unit. The OTA installation will take about 2 hours and can be initiated at the owner's convenience when the vehicle is not needed. Make sure the EV remains parked and unused for the duration of the update.

Through continuous software optimisation, the Z9GT will be fully equipped to leverage the brand's ultra-fast charging ecosystem as soon as it goes live.

Preparation for the BYD Flash Charge Era and Enhanced Intelligent Driving Assistance

The software upgrade will enable the all-electric luxury grand tourer to support the game-changing charging capabilities and enhanced driver assistance. The two primary enhancement pillars are - 

• Preparation for the BYD Flash Charge Era: The upgraded energy management software will support next-gen BYD Flash Charge architecture, enabling faster power delivery, optimised thermal regulation during high-speed charging, and increased overall convenience on long-distance journeys.
• Enhanced Intelligent Driving Assistance: It will update the Intelligent Cruise Control and Traffic Sign Recognition systems to deliver smoother acceleration and deceleration profiles. The automated parking assistance will receive stability and algorithm optimisations for even higher success rates in tight spaces.

"The DENZA Z9GT was built as a forward-compatible flagbearer for luxury electric mobility," said Jacob Ma, Managing Director of BYD Malaysia. "With this OTA release, we are laying the foundation for our upcoming BYD Flash Charge technology launch on 19 November. By optimising charging efficiency and refining our intelligent driving software, we are ensuring our owners enjoy a progressively superior experience."

To learn more about BYD Flash Charge technology, interested folks can visit www.denza.com/my.

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