Late last year, Candela began production on the Candela C-8 Polestar Edition electric hydrofoil boat. Now, with the announcement of the unique vessel’s first delivery, we’re getting our closest look ever at the premium electric speedboat powered by Polestar’s electric vehicle batteries. The C-8’s powertrain, which propels the boat along while hydrofoils lift it out of the wire for a smooth ride with minimal drag, is made possible by a partnership between Swedish premium boatmaker Candela and its fellow Swedish performance electric automaker Polestar.
Candela’s famous hydrofoils and C-POD motors are paired with Polestar’s industry-leading batteries to create the one-of-a-kind electric watercraft. The two companies , enabling Candela’s flying electric boats to make use of Polestar’s industry-leading EV batteries. Those batteries have also enabled the C-8 to reach new heights — or distances — as the boat recently for the longest distance traveled by an electric boat in 24 hours.
The feat was made possible by the fast charging ability of the C-8’s Polestar batteries. For those who don’t need the extra speed from fast charging, the batteries can also be recharged using Candela’s 11 kW three-phase AC charger. But the Polestar Edition of the Candela C-8 includes a number of premium upgrades that surpass even the standard luxury C-8s that also feature Polestar’s batteries.
The Candela C-8 Polestar Edition includes a specially designed interior and upholste.
