What’s Happening
Polestar and Candela have announced the next stage in their collaborative efforts – the launch of the Candela C-8 Polestar edition. This innovative product marries Polestar’s unique Scandinavian interpretation of luxury EV design and Candela’s ground-breaking electric hydrofoil boat. The result is a marriage of technologies that symbolizes the companies’ mutual drive toward sustainable electric mobility.
Why It Matters
This development marks a significant step in the evolution of electric mobility, stretching its influence from land to water. It brings to life Candela’s revolutionary hydrofoil technology, which, as Maximilian Missoni, Head of Design at Polestar, states, is a “paradigm shift for sustainable performance in the marine industry.” The union of these two Swedish brands could accelerate the adoption of sustainable transport solutions, not just on the roads but also across the waterways.
Key Points
In a display of harmonized design and technology, the Candela C-8 Polestar edition features a custom-designed light grey color palette, specialized seat upholstery, and hydrofoils painted in the iconic Swedish gold – a color that has become symbolic of Polestar’s vehicles. This partnership extends beyond aesthetic enhancements, with Polestar providing battery and charging technologies to power Candela’s electric hydrofoil boats.
The unique blend of Scandinavian luxury, embodied by Polestar, and the marine industry is evident in the new edition. It boasts a solid grey exterior complemented by a lighter grey interior, making for a sleek, uniform look. The consistent use of marine-certified textile throughout the boat – from seats and cushions to wall and roof panels – further enhances this appearance.
Bottom Line
The Candela C-8 Polestar edition is not merely an amalgamation of two brands; it is a testament to their shared vision for a more sustainable future. In the words of Gustav Hasselskog, CEO & Founder of Candela, “Aesthetic excellence is an intrinsic value, but it can also serve as a powerful driving force towards a sustainable future.” Through this collaborative venture, Polestar and Candela are setting new benchmarks in electric mobility, both on land and at sea.
