DEBUNKING POLESTAR'S '10-MINUTE EV RECHARGE' CLAIM | AUTO EXPERT JOHN CADOGAN

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John Cadogan critically examines Polestar's claim of a 10-minute EV recharge, deeming it highly misleading. He argues that charging from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes, as demonstrated on a Polestar 5 prototype with StoreDot's XFC battery technology, is not a full recharge and highlights the unproven nature of StoreDot, a company with a history of unfulfilled commercialization promises. Cadogan emphasizes the significant infrastructure challenges this rapid charging technology would pose at scale, requiring power outputs equivalent to hundreds of homes for just a few vehicles. He questions Polestar's commitment to implementing this technology, noting the lack of concrete rollout plans. Ultimately, Cadogan dismisses the announcement as a 'nothing burger,' suggesting it preys on EV evangelists' confirmation bias rather than offering a practical solution for mass EV adoption.