Is Polestar a Domestic Car?
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Polestar is a domestic car. Below is the related introduction of the Polestar Polestar-1: 1. In terms of body dimensions: Its length is 4585mm, width is 2023mm, height is 1352mm, and the long wheelbase of 2742mm brings a visually rearward effect. Combined with the large curvature and stretched roofline, it creates the classic silhouette of a GT sports car from the side. The 21-inch wheels complement the body harmoniously, while the hidden door handles and frameless rearview mirrors exude a premium feel throughout. 2. Body weight: Except for the front and rear bumpers, the body panels of the Polestar 1 are made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), which enhances the torsional rigidity of the body while effectively reducing weight and lowering the center of gravity. This results in a body weight reduction of 230kg.
When discussing whether Polestar is a domestic car, I think we first need to clarify the concept of 'domestic.' Simply put, Polestar is a high-performance brand launched by Sweden's Volvo Cars, which was later fully acquired by China's Geely Group. Geely is now the parent company, so ownership-wise, it's Chinese. However, Polestar targets the premium electric vehicle market, with much of its design and R&D handled in Europe. For example, the first model, the Polestar 1, was produced in Sweden, while the Polestar 2 is manufactured at Geely's Luqiao factory in Zhejiang, China. According to my research, the Chinese factory has substantial capacity to meet local demand, so if you buy in China, some models are indeed domestically produced. But overall, the brand image feels more international, unlike BYD, which is purely localized. Additionally, Geely owns brands like Lynk & Co, and Polestar is a special branch that blends Nordic minimalism with Chinese manufacturing. If you care about the production location, buying a Polestar 2 locally definitely qualifies as a domestic purchase. From a brand origin perspective, it’s more like a globalized Chinese car. After all, in the era of new energy vehicles, cross-border collaborations are common, and as consumers, we should focus on the warranty.
