Polestar Batteries Will Power Candela Electric Hydrofoil Boats

Polestar has progressed steadily since becoming a standalone brand from Volvo in 2017. Now, that progression includes stepping off terra firma for some action on the water. No, Polestar isn’t building boats. But it will supply batteries and charging gear to a company that does. Specifically, that company is Candela and the boats aren’t exactly typical. For starters, they’re electric-powered, hence the deal with Polestar for batteries. Candela boats are also hydrofoils, basically using small wings underwater that lift the hull off the surface. Thrust comes from an electric motor installed on the rear hydrofoil. This design significantly reduces drag, with Polestar’s press release on the deal saying Candela hydrofoils use up to 80 percent less energy at higher speeds compared to traditional boats. 7 Photos Details of the deal aren’t revealed, other than Polestar will…

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