Written by Cláudio Afonso | info@claudio-afonso.com
Polestar announced today that will start to deliver the all-electric Polestar 2 Long range Single motor fastback in the United States. The starting price of the single-motor Polestar 2 is $45,900, or as low as $33,400 after qualified federal and state incentives*. Both Dual and Single-motor variants available now for purchase and test drive. The EV maker added that has a global sales target of 65,000 units for this year.
Polestar 2 can be ordered online at https://www.polestar.com/us/polestar-2/configurator/ or with the help of Polestar Specialists at one of the brand’s retail locations.
In addition to being the lowest priced vehicle in the Polestar lineup, this latest model’s EPA estimated 270-mile range** is the brand’s longest, all while offering the same standard features as the high-performance dual-motor Polestar 2. This includes the world’s first infotainment system powered by Android Automotive OS with Google built-in, a premium vegan interior, and Polestar’s renowned chassis tuning.
Expanding the Polestar 2 model range in the United States represents another step in the company’s robust growth plans, including a global sales target of approximately 65,000 vehicles in 2022. In September 2021, the company announced its intention to list on the Nasdaq stock exchange through a business combination with Gores Guggenheim, Inc. (Nasdaq: GGPI, GGPIW and GGPIU).
The single-motor Polestar 2 can be had for well under $35,000 in states like New Jersey, making it one of the most compelling offerings on the market. All variants of the Polestar 2 exude the brand’s leadership in cutting-edge technology with the Google infotainment system, premium sustainable materials, and unparalleled avant-garde design.
Gregor Hembrough, Head of Polestar North America
“Plus” and “Pilot” option packs are both available on all Polestar 2 variants. The Plus Pack ($4,000), features a-new-for-2022 mechanical heat pump to extend range, a full-length panoramic glass roof, a 13-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and WeaveTech vegan interior upholstery. The Pilot Pack ($3,200) offers enhanced safety and driver assistance features, including Pilot Assist , Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and Blind Spot Information System (BLISTM). With these combined technologies, the Pilot Pack aids drivers to safely alleviate stress in certain driving situations.
Additionally, all Polestar 2 owners receive Over-The-Air (OTA) updates that deliver enhancements directly to the vehicle, enabling even the oldest cars to run with the latest technology. Recent updates include the ability to schedule charging sessions, quicker DC charging enabled by battery preconditioning, and a Range Assistant app that includes an Eco Climate function.
Polestar currently has retail locations – or Spaces – open in major markets across the US. This includes test drives, sales, and service of Polestar vehicles in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Orange County, Calif.; New York City; Denver, Colorado; Boston; Central and Southern New Jersey; Dallas and Austin, Texas; Detroit; Minneapolis; Phoenix; Seattle; Atlanta; Charlotte, North Carolina; Connecticut; South Florida; and Washington D.C. Additionally, Polestar offers vehicle pick up and delivery for test drives, sales, and service within 150 miles from any Polestar Space.
Earlier this week, Polestar announced that has started first deliveries of customer orders for the Polestar 2 electric performance fastback, in Sydney and Melbourne. The company said that me model has seen “a surge in demand for its first model to launch in the Australian new car market” since announcing the start of sales on February 18th. During the first 48h, over 1,600 customers tested Polestar 2 Model and nearly 300 vehicles orders were made showing a strong demand. The Polestar 3 is “expected to arrive in Australia in 2023”, the company stated.
The company announced on March 16th that the first batch of Polestar 2 models has already arrived Norway regarding company’s partnership with Avis. The Swedish EV maker Polestar and the car rental company have signed an agreement on the delivery of 200 Polestar 2. The first batch arrived Drammen harbor today and the 145 units remaining are expected to be included in Avis’ fleet later this year. Since Polestar debut in the Norwegian market, the company delivered a total of 7,800 units.
Polestar recently said that, during the first half of 2022, it will establish in Hong Kong, Spain, Portugal, and Ireland. Israel, UAE (United Arab Emirates), and Kuwait are planned to be added to the Middle East market footprint. The company aims to be active in 30 global markets by the end of 2023. Polestar intends to list on the Nasdaq in a proposed business combination with Gores Guggenheim, Inc., which is expected to close in the first half of 2022.
Written by Cláudio Afonso | info@claudio-afonso.com