Polestar to End New Vehicle Sales in US Over Chinese Software Rules
Electric vehicle manufacturer Polestar will stop selling new cars in the US starting with the 2027 model year. The decision follows federal government denial of authorization due to rules banning vehicles with Chinese-made connected software.
Polestar will cease selling new vehicles in the United States beginning with the 2027 model year, the electric vehicle manufacturer announced. This move comes after the federal government denied the company authorization to continue sales under a rule that prohibits vehicles equipped with Chinese-made connected vehicle software.
The Swedish-headquartered company, which is majority-owned by China's Geely, revealed its withdrawal last month, surprising the automotive industry. The decision has left thousands of Polestar owners and dozens of dealerships in the US facing uncertainty regarding vehicle servicing and resale value.
Polestar's exit from the US market marks a significant shift for the company and could influence the strategies of other international automakers operating in the US, particularly concerning supply chains and regulatory compliance related to Chinese technology.
The company has not yet provided specific details on how servicing and support for existing vehicles will be managed in the US moving forward. Polestar stated it will now focus on its European and Asian markets.