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2022 Polestar 2 single-motor EPA rated for 270 miles

The EPA has officially revealed the range estimates for the 2022 Polestar 2 single-motor. At 270 miles per charge, that’s 21 miles more than the dual-motor car, which is good for 249 miles. That’s also more than the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range, which is good for 263 miles. However, the Long Range and Performance […]

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Polestar 2 dual-motor is now available with a power upgrade in certain markets

Polestar has announced a new software upgrade that increases the power output of the already potent dual-motor Polestar 2. This isn’t the first time the company has announced such a feature because it’s been doing this to Volvo’s cars for decades. Vehicles like the Volvo C30, V50, and first-generation XC60 got power increases via software […]

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Autopia 2099 is Radwood’s techie cousin and that’s a good thing

Electrification is such a big deal these days. Automakers are scrambling to electrify vehicles and people, especially enthusiasts, are eager to see what it will do to cars and car culture. Between curiosity and the need to move to something more sustainable, consumers want to learn what electrification can do for them. For car enthusiasts, […]

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Polestar 3 teased again wearing pixel-like camouflage

The 2023 Polestar 3, Polestar’s first crossover, has been teased once again and we finally get to see some of its exterior design details. Right away, you’ll notice the new take on the Thor’s Hammer LED headlights, which now go up the hood of the car. Like it the Precept show vehicle, they’re thinner and […]

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Polestar 5 appears completely uncovered on video

Polestar is hard at work on its new models. As the 619-hp Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid coupe ends production this year, the brand has a fresh salvo of three new battery-electric vehicles in the pipeline. One of those vehicles is the Polestar 5, a grand touring sedan that’s essentially the production version of the Precept […]

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Watch: Charge Across America EV rally is underway right now

Charge Across America is a cross-country EV rally where 5 teams are competing for glory—- and a $10,000 prize — while helping promote the usability of modern EVs, while also highlighting areas that need improved. The rally is currently still going on, and a full documentary of the experience will air on network television. We […]

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Polestar 2 owners get two years of free charging from Electrify America

Good news for Polestar 2 owners! You now have two years of free charging at Electrify America. Those who just ordered their car will benefit from the perk, too, once they take delivery of their vehicle. Existing owners will get an enrollment code or get them from the Polestar Space where they purchased their car. […]

by Stefan OgbacLast Updated:

Polestar 2 and Volvo XC40 Recharge get range assistant and efficiency-improving updates

The latest over-the-air update (OTA) for the Polestar 2 and Volvo XC40 Recharge sees the addition of efficiency-enhancing improvements and tools to help you maximize every charge. Both vehicles now get a range assistant app that shows energy consumption information and estimates your total driving range based on your current driving. The system uses real-time […]

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Polestar to go public on the New York Stock Exchange teases two other models

Polestar announced that it will be going public and listed on the Nasdaq via a business agreement formed with The Gores Group and Guggenheim Capital, LLC. This will form Polestar Automotive Holding UK Limited and will be worth approximately $20 billion. Current Polestar equity holders will hold 94 percent ownership in the brand and roll […]

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2023 Polestar 3: What we know about the all-electric performance crossover

The 2023 Polestar 3 is a crucial product for Volvo’s younger sibling brand. Being a crossover, it has broader appeal than the Polestar 2 especially with the added utility offered by the hatch. Further making the Polestar 3 an important vehicle is that it will be underpinned by Volvo Car Group’s new platform dedicated specifically […]

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