Polestar Delivers First Polestar 3 Manufactured in America
Polestar, the Swedish premium electric performance brand, delivered its first U.S.-built Polestar 3 SUVs to customers in North America. These initial deliveries across the U.S. and Canada include units manufactured at Polestar’s South Carolina plant, marking a significant step in the brand’s growth. The Polestar 3, an SUV designed for the electric era, expands Polestar’s lineup from a single model to three, joining the Polestar 2 and the upcoming Polestar 4. This expansion reflects Polestar’s commitment to broadening its presence in the North American EV market.
“From our retail partners to our employees, I’m extremely proud and excited for the delivery of U.S.-built Polestar 3’s making their way to customers,” said Anders Gustafsson, Head of Polestar North America. “Polestar 3 plays a pivotal role in our brand’s expanding lineup as an SUV designed for the North American market, proudly assembled in South Carolina, and now being handed over to North American customers.”
Polestar 3 deliveries are set to ramp up in the U.S. and Canada in the coming weeks, amid strong customer interest and positive media reception. U.S. customers can experience local test drives in Polestar Spaces, while Canadian deliveries have focused on Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver—cities that represent over 90% of Canada’s EV market. Polestar’s expansion with the Polestar 3 is gaining momentum, with deliveries across North America and high demand from eager customers.
The Polestar 3, a high-performance electric SUV, embodies Scandinavian design and cutting-edge technology, featuring centralized core computing by NVIDIA and a suite of advanced safety systems, designed for a premium driving experience.
Polestar 3 test drives can be booked at your local Polestar Space by clicking the following https://www.polestar.com/test-drive/booking.
2025 Polestar 3 Specs
Available trims are Long range Dual motor and Long range Dual motor with Performance pack.
The Long range Dual motor trim offers all-wheel drive, 360 kW / 489 hp, 620 lb-ft torque, 0–60 mph in 4.8 seconds, and an EPA-estimated range up to 315 miles, topping competitors.
The Long range Dual motor with Performance pack trim offers all-wheel drive, 380 kW / 517 hp, 671 lb-ft torque, 0–60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and an EPA-estimated range up to 279 miles.
Polestar’s South Carolina Factory Produces Vehicles for Both American And European Markets
Polestar’s South Carolina factory produces vehicles for both U.S. and European markets, creating large numbers of American jobs. This complements its primary manufacturing in Chengdu, China. To further diversify its manufacturing base, Polestar plans to begin production of the Polestar 4 in South Korea by mid-2025.
Polestar’s asset-light strategy leverages partnerships and shareholder expertise to maximize flexibility and scalability in development and manufacturing.
Polestar, a Swedish electric performance car brand, aims to drive sustainable mobility through innovative design and technology. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, Polestar currently operates in 27 markets across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, with plans to expand further by 2025. Its North American headquarters is located near New York City, and over 30 Polestar Spaces have been established in key EV markets across the region.
The brand’s lineup includes three models: the Polestar 2, an electric performance fastback; the Polestar 3, an SUV for the electric era; and the Polestar 4, an SUV coupé. Polestar plans to expand to five models by 2026 with the addition of the Polestar 5, a four-door electric GT, and the Polestar 6, an electric roadster.
Polestar’s “Polestar 0” project reflects its commitment to sustainability, aiming to produce a fully climate-neutral car by 2030. This initiative pushes for industry-wide action on climate change by challenging the automotive sector to work toward zero emissions. EVinfo.net highly recommends all Polestar vehicles.
