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2022 Polestar 2 gets more range, lower starting price
The 2022 Polestar 2 has been announced with more range and a lower starting price. Quite possibly the biggest news is that the front-drive single-motor version is now available in the U.S. That gets you an EPA-estimated 265 miles of range on a single charge and 228 hp and 243 lb-ft of torque. Polestar says […]
Polestar will double global retail locations this year, 22 new locations in the U.S.
Polestar’s retail footprint is about to grow significantly before the end of 2021 as it’s poised to double its so-called “spaces.” In total, Polestar will open more than 40 new locations before the end of the year as it continues its expansion across all regions. The one that will see the biggest growth, however, is […]
Is the Polestar 2 about to get a power bump?
The Polestar 2 is an incredibly fun car to drive, especially in its dual-motor configuration. With 408 hp and 487 lb-ft of torque on tap instantly, you get quick acceleration to go with nimble handling and it appears Polestar has more surprises up its sleeve. The experimental Polestar 2 shown at the 2021 Goodwood Festival […]
Experimental Polestar 2 shows up at the 2021 Goodwood Festival of Speed
An experimental Polestar 2 has been shown at the 2021 Goodwood Festival of Speed to highlight the level of performance that can be achieved with electrification. This two-tone white and silver prototype vehicle is a highly modified dual-motor example with lots of go-fast goodies to push the envelope even more. “I challenged the design and […]
Polestar 3 electric crossover teased for the first time, will be built in the United States
The Polestar 3 has been teased for the first time and it will be built in the U.S. That’s right, Polestar’s upcoming crossover will be built in Ridgeville, South Carolina alongside, the same facility that already produces the Volvo S60 and will also make the next-generation XC90. The U.S. is the second manufacturing location for […]
The Android Automotive UI is a game changer
Multimedia systems are one of the most used parts of a car and manufacturers must get it right. Automakers have approached this differently to varying results. The best ones to date are Hyundai Motor Group, General Motors, Stellantis, and Mercedes-Benz. All of these companies have interfaces that are user-friendly because they’re either super straightforward or […]
Polestar launches mobile service in the United States
Polestar has launched a mobile service for the U.S. market and is aimed at improving the customer experience for those who don’t live near an authorized service center. This new program will send a Polestar technician to the owner’s location and perform a wide range of procedures including minor repairs and software updates. This eliminates […]
Stream video live from inside your Polestar 2 with a new app
Polestar has announced that it has added a video streaming app to the Polestar 2. The feature, which is currently in the beta stage, is available in all European markets and will bring web-based streaming services from various providers. Polestar says the app will be available only when the vehicle is parked. The moment you […]
Polestar 2 adds digital key and updated Polestar app
Polestar continues to add new functions to the Polestar 2 via over-the-air (OTA) updates. This time, the car gets a digital key function, which allows owners to use their smartphone as the key to the vehicle. The Polestar app has also been updated, allowing you access to battery status, remote locking, and remote climate start. […]
