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Polestar turns to LFP batteries for its zero-impact car goal
The lithium-iron-phosphate chemistry is part of the Swedish brand’s strategy to deliver a climate-neutral car by 2030.
12 October 2026 1 min read 9 views
Polestar is evaluating LFP batteries, based on lithium, iron and phosphate, as one of the tools to reduce the environmental footprint of its future electric cars. Unlike conventional cells, this technology does not use nickel or cobalt, materials associated with greater pressure on resources.
The choice is part of the Polestar 0 project, which aims to develop a climate-neutral car by 2030. LFP chemistry generally offers lower costs and good durability, but has lower energy density: achieving the same range may therefore require a heavier battery.