On October 1, Polestar announced extensive hardware upgrades for the 2026 model year of the Polestar 3.
Central to the improvements is the adoption of a new 800-volt electrical architecture, enabling peak DC fast charging of up to 350-kW, being able to charge from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes, over 25% faster than before

On September 18, BWI Group announced that its MagneRide semi-active suspension has been selected for the Polestar 5, the brand’s flagship GT. The technology will be supplied across both the Performance and Dual Motor variants.
MagneRide is digitally controlled and can be tuned with just a laptop, eliminating the nee

On September 8, it was reported that Polestar officially unveiled the Polestar 5, a four-door performance Grand Tourer derived from the 2020 Precept concept.
The Polestar 5 is built on a hot-cured bonded aluminum platform known as Polestar Performance Architecture, offering rigidity exceeding that of many sports cars

On July 9, Euro NCAP announced that it has revealed safety shortcomings in several family cars through its latest round of crash tests.
In crash tests, a flaw was found in the curtain airbag of the TIGGO 7, which also affects the three-row TIGGO 8. The airbag failed to deploy properly, reducing protection for childr

On July 9, Polestar announced that the Polestar 4 achieved a five-star rating from Euro NCAP, becoming the third vehicle in its lineup to do so after the Polestar 2 and Polestar 3.
The Polestar 4 received an 86% overall score, with standout ratings of 92% for adult occupant protection, 85% for child occupants, 81% fo

On July 3, Volvo Cars and Polestar signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly develop and produce Polestar’s upcoming premium compact SUV, Polestar 7, at Volvo’s new manufacturing facility in Kosice, Slovakia.
The Polestar 7 is expected to launch in 2028. If final agreements are reached, it will be the sec

On July 2, Polestar announced that its public charging service, Polestar Charge, now provides access to 1 million charging points across Europe through a single app.
The network includes major operators such as IONITY, Recharge, Fastned, Total, Tesla Super Chargers, and Allego, along with numerous local providers to

On June 16, Polestar announced that it has secured a USD 200 million equity investment from PSD Investment Limited, an existing shareholder controlled by Eric Li, Founder and Chairman of Geely Holding Group.
The investment will be made through a private investment in public equity (PIPE) arrangement. Under the terms

On June 11, Polestar announced its official entry into the French market, marking its 28th global market across four continents.
Polestar is now offering its full EV lineup for order in France, with sales conducted through the company’s website and a growing network of physical retail locations, starting with Le Mans

On June 3, Polestar announced that the 2026 Polestar 4 is officially on sale in the U.S. with a starting price of USD 56,400.
Following the launch of Polestar 4 in other markets, Polestar 4 production for North America is planned to start in Busan, South Korea this summer, with first customer deliveries expected in t

On May 7, twelve days after Polestar issued a recall for its Polestar 2 sedan, the company is issuing a similar recall for the 2025 Polestar 3.
Polestar says the problem is that the rearview camera image might not come up when the vehicle is put in reverse. The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administrati

On May 7, 2025, Polestar announced the introduction of Battery State-of-Health (BSOH) certificates for used Polestar 2 vehicles.
This initiative, part of the Polestar Pre-owned programme, provides buyers with transparent information about the battery's remaining capacity, enhancing confidence in used EV purchases.
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On April 30, Polestar announced that it expects improved gross margins through 2025, driven by strong progress in transforming its commercial operations and a positive shift toward higher-margin models. The company also stated that it is continuing to implement cost-saving measures across the organization.
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On April 29, Polestar announced it is relying on Continental’s SportContact 7 as original equipment for its Polestar 3 model. The tire manufacturer has received original equipment approval in the 21-inch tire size for the electric SUV. 
The SportContact 7 is a high-performance tire for high-powered sporty vehicles wi

On April 23, Polestar announced the opening of a new retail location, known as a Polestar Space, in San Diego, California. The opening of Polestar San Diego is part of the brand’s continued commercial expansion across the U.S., with additional Spaces set to open in the coming months and beyond.
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On April 15, Polestar announced significant GHG reductions, provided updates on the Polestar 0 project, and highlighted ongoing efforts to improve transparency and increase the use of sustainable materials in its 2024 Sustainability Report.
The company has reduced its carbon footprint per car sold by 24.7%, with key

On April 9, Euro NCAP announced safety ratings covering 7 SUVs based on four categories i.e. Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Vulnerable Road Users, and Safety Assist. The lineup includes Polestar 3, BYD SEALION 7, Cupra Terramar, GEELY EX5, Hongqi E-HS9, JAECOO 7 (PHEV) and Audi A6.
Polestar 3 earned a 5-star Euro NC

On April 2, Polestar introduced the model year 2026 update for Polestar 2, featuring new technology and enhancements. The 2026 Polestar 2 is now available for order in Europe, Hong Kong and Israel, with additional markets to follow throughout 2025.
The 2026 Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor variant now features

On February 28, Polestar secured a 12-month credit facility of up to USD 450 million, following a previous USD 800 million financing arrangement in December 2024.
Additionally, the company renewed its EUR 480 million Green Trade Finance Facility, originally established in 2022 to support working capital needs.
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Polestar is seeking to convert some of Tesla’s customers with a new trade-in promotion for leases on its new Polestar 3 SUV. On its website Polestar said buyers can save up to USD 20,000 when trading in a Tesla vehicle and leasing a Polestar 3 SUV.
The promotion combines the USD 5,000 Polestar Conquest Bonus, which i