3 stories tagged sales-ban on EV Digest.
Polestar is pushing back against claims it was blindsided by a potential U.S. sales ban stemming from a Trump-era rule targeting vehicles with connected software originating from China. The automaker, which maintains its vehicles meet all U.S. regulatory standards, is working to clarify the situation for its dealers and customers amidst the ongoing federal scrutiny.
Polestar is criticizing the Trump administration, alleging a sales ban was unfairly imposed on its vehicles due to an intellectual property dispute. The electric carmaker claims the ban constitutes "disparate treatment" compared to other brands, impacting its ability to sell cars in the U.S.
Polestar has ceased new vehicle sales in the United States following an injunction from a patent dispute involving a former supplier. While current and future owners of Polestar 2, 3, and 4 models will not be able to purchase new vehicles for the time being, the company assures existing customers that warranties, servicing, and over-the-air updates will continue uninterrupted.
