Volvo Cars reportedly to produce 2 ICE models at U.S. plant to avoid tariffs On July 17, multiple media reported that Volvo Cars plans to begin U.S. production of its two most popular crossovers within the next few years to avoid paying a 30% tariff on the imported models. According to two people familiar with the plan, the company will start building the midsize XC60 in January 2027 at its Ridgeville plant, South Carolina, and production of the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

Volvo Cars to begin XC60 production in Ridgeville, South Carolina in 2026 On July 16, Volvo Cars announced it will add its best-selling XC60 mid-size SUV, in both mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid form, to the production line at its assembly plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina.  XC60 production is scheduled to start at the U.S. plant in late 2026, joining the fully electric Volve EX90 flagship and Polestar 3 SUV. The XC60 has been the company’s b...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Volvo Cars cuts 15% of U.S. headquarters workforce amid general cutbacks Volvo Cars has cut about 15% of its commercial workforce in the U.S. as the company battles recent market headwinds. Volvo eliminated about 60 jobs, mostly at its Mahwah, New Jersey, headquarters, according to a person familiar with the matter. Some of the cuts were made through attrition. Volvo’s U.S. field staff is not affected. “Volvo Cars is taking measures to become...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Polestar 4 achieves five-star rating from Euro NCAP 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% for vulnerable road users, and 79% for safety assist features. It also earned maxi...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Polestar charge reaches 1 million charging points across Europe 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 ensure comprehensive regional coverage. Polestar drivers benefit fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

Volvo CEO considers U.S. production of XC60 in Ridgeville, South Carolina On June 2, Volvo Cars CEO Hakan Samuelsson spoke about the company’s plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina, and production plans going forward amid tariffs on imported cars. “We want to bring in something rather fast, and something selling in good numbers, so something midsize core is a good guess,” Samuelsson said, giving his strongest hint yet that the new model for t...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

Polestar 4 performance SUV coupe on sale in U.S. ahead of fall deliveries 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 the fall of 2025.  Coupled with the assembled-in-the-U.S. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Volvo Cars halts production at Ridgeville plant due to part shortage On May 29, Volvo spokesman Russell Datz confirmed that the company halted production at its U.S. assembly plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina because of a parts shortage. He did not disclose the affected part or say when output at the underutilized factory might resume. “We are working to resume production as quickly as possible,” Datz said. The Ridgeville plant employs more...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/31

Polestar 3 becomes second model recalled for camera issue by U.S. NHTSA 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 Administration (NHTSA) said the situation increases the risk of a crash ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Polestar introduces Battery State-of-Health certificates for used Polestar 2 vehicles 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. Each vehicle undergoes a thorough 112-point insp...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/08

Polestar 3 factory-fitted with Continental’s SportContact 7 tires 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 with electric or conventional drives. In addition to high drivi...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Polestar expands retail offense in U.S. with emphasis on U.S.-built Polestar 3 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. Anders Gustafsson, Head of Polestar North America, noted the importance o...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Euro NCAP announces safety rating of 7 SUVs 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 NCAP rating, excelling in Child Occupant protection (93%). It performed well in crash test...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/09

Volvo vows to boost U.S. production after 25% tariffs imposed On April 3, newly reinstated Volvo Car CEO Hakan Samuelsson said that his company will have to increase the number of cars it builds at its plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina, including the addition of another model, after U.S. President Trump raised tariffs on imported automobiles. Volvo already builds EX90 and Polestar 3 electric vehicles in Ridgeville, and “will have to look clos...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Volvo considers expanded U.S. production in face of U.S. tariffs Volvo may expand output at its U.S. plant if U.S. President Donald Trump carries out his threat to significantly increase tariffs on European auto imports. Volvo CEO Jim Rowan expects the 2.5% tariff imposed by the U.S. on European imports to be increased, as U.S. auto exports to the EU must pay a 10% tariff. “The question is, does it go as high as 25% because of Canada and Mexico...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/06

Polestar offers incentives to convert current Tesla owners in U.S. 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 is available for eligible customers who currently own or lease a...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/28

Polestar 3 to feature NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin Processor in 2026 upgrade for enhanced performance On February 20, Polestar introduced nine software updates for the Polestar 3 model, with more than 30 OTA updates across its entire range since 2020. The latest update for the Polestar 3 adds features such as walk-away locking and digital key functionality, allowing smartphone users to unlock, lock, or start the car without taking the phone out of their...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/21

Polestar introduces Apple Wallet car key support in vehicles On February 20, Polestar introduced car key integration with Apple Wallet for Polestar 3 customers through an over-the-air (OTA) software update. This feature allows drivers to unlock, lock, and start their vehicle with their iPhone out or an Apple Watch. The customers can share their car keys via Messages, Mail, AirDrop, WhatsApp, and other platforms with up to five users. The vehicle ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/20

Polestar begins U.S. production of Polestar 3 Long range Single motor variant On December 5, Polestar announced that it has started U.S. production of the Long range Single motor variant of its flagship SUV, the Polestar 3, at its plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina, and it is now available for order. “With the start of production of our Long range Single motor Polestar 3 in the U.S., we will now begin to deliver this car directly to North Amer...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/06

Polestar begins deliveries of U.S.-built Polestar 3 to North American customers On November 1, Polestar announced it has delivered its first U.S.-built Polestar 3 SUVs to customers in the North American market.  Deliveries of Polestar 3 have begun around the U.S. and Canada in the past few weeks and now units manufactured in the Ridgeville, South Carolina plant have begun as well.  “From our retail partners to our employees, I’m extremely p...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/02