Polestar is rolling out a major incentive for Tesla owners in Canada, offering up to $15,000 CAD off the purchase of a new Polestar 2 or Polestar 3 until March 31, 2025. The offer combines a $5,000 Conquest Bonus—available exclusively to current Tesla owners—and a $10,000 Alternative Cash Offer for customers who pay in cash […]
Polestar is rolling out new software updates for the Polestar 3, adding features like walk-away locking and digital key functionality. The digital key allows select smartphones and smartwatches to lock, unlock, and start the vehicle without needing a physical key. Compatible Devices for Polestar Digital Key The digital key feature works with: iPhone 11 or […]
Volvo and Polestar are expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging options by giving drivers access to over 17,800 Tesla Supercharger stations across the U.S. and Canada. This comes in addition to other fast-charging networks already available to Volvo owners. Starting with 2025 models of the Volvo EX90, EX40, and EC40, an adapter for Tesla’s North […]
Tesla’s recent decision to lay off its entire Supercharger team has led to delays in the timeline for connecting more non-Tesla brands to its charging network. Initially, Tesla’s website stated that Volvo, GM, and Polestar drivers would gain access to 15,000 eligible stations by spring 2024. However, Polestar has indicated that the timeline has shifted. […]
Hertz, the car rental giant, has temporarily suspended its plans to acquire tens of thousands of electric vehicles (EVs) from Polestar this year, following a significant drop in the resale value of EVs. The decision marks a shift in Hertz’s electric ambitions, which previously included an agreement in 2022 to purchase 65,000 Polestar cars over […]
Volvo Cars announced on Thursday its decision to discontinue funding for Polestar Automotive Holding, transferring the management of the luxury car brand to its largest shareholder, Geely Holding of China, reports Reuters. This strategic move resulted in a significant surge in Volvo’s stock, which climbed over 30% at the opening of the market. Critics have […]
Polestar has officially announced the launch of the Polestar 4 in Europe and Australia. With production kicking off and the first deliveries in China concluding at the end of 2023, the online sales for the Polestar 4 have started, featuring an indicative starting price of EUR 63,200 in Europe and AUD 81,500 in Australia. The […]
Polestar has announced a strategic partnership with Tesla to connect to its Supercharger network in China. The announcement, made by Polestar China CEO Shen Ziyu, positions Polestar as one of the first partners to share Tesla’s charging infrastructure in the region. This development is a significant step in Polestar’s plan to establish its own charging […]
Polestar announced that the development of its upcoming Polestar 3 model is nearing completion, following two weeks of rigorous hot weather testing in the United Arab Emirates. Production is slated to begin in the first quarter of 2024, expanding Polestar’s lineup to include three models, with the addition of two new SUVs, Polestar 3 and […]
Polestar 2, the first vehicle to feature Google’s Android Automotive OS since its 2019 launch, has added Amazon’s Prime Video to its infotainment offerings. The streaming service will be accessible while the car is parked or charging. This addition follows the integration of YouTube, which became available in Polestar 2 in June 2023. Since its […]
Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar, is set to release a branded smartphone in December, coinciding with the launch of its first sports utility vehicle (SUV) in China, the Polestar 4. The announcement emphasizes the company’s innovative approach in the electric vehicle market, integrating technology with transportation. The Polestar 4, an SUV coupe, will be the […]
Polestar has announced the start of deliveries for its upgraded Polestar 2, the Volvo subsidiary’s flagship volume car that started production in 2020. Since then, over 150,000 units of the Polestar vehicles have been produced in three years. With more than 20,000 Polestar 2 vehicles on UK roads, the brand has surged to be the […]
The latest iteration of the Polestar 2 is set to offer an immersive driving experience, emphasizing enhanced performance tailored for driving enthusiasts, said the company in an email obtained by Tesla North on Tuesday. The Long Range Dual Motor version of the Polestar 2 now has 300 kW (408 bhp) all-wheel drive. Furthermore, on a […]
Volvo’s electric vehicle subsidiary, Polestar, is gearing up to introduce the next big thing in the electric automotive world. The company has announced the grand opening of its Vancouver location, where they will unveil the much-anticipated Polestar 3, touted as the “SUV for the electric age.” The exclusive event promises not just a first look […]
Polestar has inked a major agreement with Tesla to allow all Polestar drivers across the United States and Canada access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network, in line with the new North American Charging Standard (NACS). From the year 2025 onwards, the NACS charging port will become a standard feature on all new Polestar vehicles sold […]
