Polestar 5 Prototype Achieves 10-Minute Ultra-Fast Charging Milestone
Polestar's latest EV prototype, in collaboration with StoreDot, charges from 10 to 80% in just ten minutes, setting a new standard in electric vehicle charging times.
- Polestar unveils a prototype of its Polestar 5 model that can charge from 10% to 80% in just ten minutes using StoreDot's innovative silicon-dominant battery technology.
- The breakthrough is part of Polestar's strategy to reduce EV charging anxiety by offering rapid recharge times comparable to refueling traditional petrol cars.
- StoreDot's new battery technology, which will enter mass production this year, uses silicon anodes to achieve higher energy densities and faster charging speeds.
- The Polestar 5 prototype, expected to hit the market next year, demonstrates charge rates exceeding 370 kW, significantly outpacing current fast-charging EVs.
- Polestar's advancements could reshape consumer expectations and accelerate the shift towards electric vehicles by providing more convenient and efficient charging solutions.