The Polestar has sold 2161 cars last year in Norway. If I remember right Polestar was a tuning company for Volvo for many years. When they first came, journalists were calling them "Tesla killer"

It is not long before Chinese cars get the same status as Japanese and Korean cars today. I remember in the 70s, motoring journalists were testing Korean cars just to be able to make fun of them. Today they are not laughing.

The Polestar Precept begins its transformation to the Polestar 4 with the first prototypes.




Development of the Polestar Precept has just started in Great Britain. The Swedish firm has commissioned its team of engineers to carry out the first tests of the confirmed high-performance electric saloon, which will become a true flagship and which we must see at the end of 2023.

The Polestar Precept, which will receive the name Polestar 4 , will go on sale in 2024.

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Teaser: Polestar to launch three new electric cars by 2024

Polestar 3 to make its debut next year, followed by the Polestar 4 coupe-SUV in 2023 and the Polestar 5 saloon in 2024











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2024 Polestar 4 to debut April 18 as brand's fastest production EV.



Polestar will unveil its all-electric SUV coupe at the Shanghai auto show next week.

Expected to be slightly smaller and more aerodynamic than the Polestar 3 mid-size electric SUV, the Polestar 4 is said to combine the aerodynamics of a coupe with the space of an SUV "in a package enhanced by modern technology."

The fully electric SUV coupe will also be the fastest Polestar production car to date. The EV performance brand did not reveal any specs, but we can expect the Polestar 4 to sprint from zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) in under 4 seconds, seeing as the Polestar 2 BST edition 230 does it in 4.4 seconds.

Polestar says the 4 will adopt design cues and sustainability enhancements that were initially showcased in its concept cars.

"Polestar 4 is not simply a modified version of our first SUV. Instead, we reconsidered the entire design to create a new breed of SUV coupé," said Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO.

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The PoleStar is a truly Gorgeous looking car. I saw the current model in Singapore a few months ago and more recently in Sydney.

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Polestar's new electric car has no rear window.

The 4-mile Polestar 350 attempts to maximize interior space and correct the mistakes of the much-maligned coupe SUV.

Polestar is a purely electric design-driven brand, so the arrival of the Polestar 4 comes as no surprise (especially, coming as it does, after the Polestar 1, 2 and 3). that this intelligent brand of lateral thinkers and style experts wants to rescue one of the most atrocious automotive niches: the SUV coupe.

It helps that the company's CEO, Thomas Ingenlath, was a designer in a previous life. "Instead of simply modifying an existing SUV, giving it a faster roofline and, as a result, compromising elements such as rear headroom and comfort, we have designed the Polestar 4 from the ground up as a new generation of SUV coupe that celebrates the comfort of rear occupants." He claims.

So while the more powerful dual-motor Polestar 4 is powered by a 102kWh battery for a stated range of 350 miles (WLTP) and is the highest-performing Polestar to date, it's understandable that all eyes are on the car's design and rear. finish in particular. Why? Because Polestar has completely gotten rid of the traditional rear window.

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The performance is impressive, if not quite intergalactic. Twin and single engine versions will be available, the long-range twin engine will benefit from a power output of 544 bhp, for a 0 to 62 mph time of 3.8 seconds. That iteration also allows the driver to choose between performance or range modes, and uses a semi-active suspension to sharpen its dynamics.

The long-range single-engine car has 272 bhp and a claimed range of 372 miles (WLTP). The Polestar 4 can also be specified with 22-inch wheels, the largest installed on a Polestar yet. Bidirectional charging is included and there is vehicle-to-charge capability. All versions include charging up to 200 kW DC and 22 kW AC.

Interestingly, the 4 uses parent company Geely's Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA), a modular "open source" platform that also underpins Zeekr 001, the company's new all-electric brand. </span>(It will also be used by the upcoming smart electric SUV, as part of Mercedes' joint venture with Geely.) Meanwhile, the Polestar 3 uses the Volvo SPA 2 platform which is also the basis for the new all-electric EX90.

Production begins at Geely's Hangzhou Bay plant in China in November this year, although the Polestar 4 will also be manufactured at Volvo's Ridgeville plant in South Carolina, ahead of its 2024 launch in Europe. Expect prices to start around £55,000 ($68,283)."


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2024 Polestar 4 redefines electric coupe-SUVs.

The fastest EV in Polestar's lineup blurs the boundaries between sedan and SUV and features a distinctive no-rear-window design.

Debuting at the Shanghai Auto Show, this new model marks the brand’s second SUV, following the Polestar 3.

The new 4 takes design inspiration from the gorgeous Polestar Precept concept car and immediately catches the eye thanks to the dual-blade LED headlights. It also sports a low nose to aid in aerodynamic efficiency and has a front grille that helps add to the dynamism of its design. Compared to the relatively bland front end of the Polestar 2, it’s a big improvement.
Key features of the cabin include a 14.7-inch Head-Up Display, a 10.2-inch digital driver display, and a 15.4-inch infotainment system powered by Android Automotive OS. A Harman Kardon audio system with 12 speakers is also available while the optional Nappa Pack adds a pair of additional speakers to the headrests of each front seat.

A handful of different variants will be offered, all of which feature a 102 kWh battery pack. Sitting at the base of the range is the Long Range Single Motor that has a 272 hp and 253 lb-ft (343 Nm) electric motor driving the rear wheels and a targeted range of 373 miles (600 km) on the WLTP cycle. Those seeking some extra performance will be able to order the Long Range Dual Motor variant. It has two electric motors that produce a combined 544 hp and 506 lb-ft (686 Nm) of torque. This model should travel up to 348 miles (560 km) on a charge and includes a disconnect clutch to disengage the front electric motor when not needed to improve efficiency and range.

All variants offer charging at speeds of up to 200 kW DC and 22 kW AC. A vehicle-to-load feature also comes standard, as does a heat pump that can precondition the cabin and battery. The Long Range Dual Motor can hit 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 3.8 seconds. This variant also has semi-active suspension.

Polestar has fitted the new model with the latest SuperVision Advanced Driver Assistance System from Mobileye. This system has twelve cameras, one radar, and twelve ultrasonic sensors as standard and also includes an advanced driver monitoring system. An optional Pilot Pack is also available and includes automatic lane changes when the driver taps the turn signal.










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On the Goodwood track the camouflaged Polestar 5. To rival Porche's Taycan.














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Polestar 5 revealed with 100-mile charge in five minutes.

Porsche Taycan rival to get ultra-stiff platform with brand new battery tech.

The 5 arrives in 2025.









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Volvo is handing over it’s stake in the struggling EV firm Polestar, to parent Geely.

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Consolidation seems to be the name of the game in EV manufacturing. Without massive economies of scale, making money in this business is tough