7.0Large carsPolestar 2 2026 review: Australian first driveThe Polestar 2 is a fine example of how a car can be improved across its lifespan, and not necessarily with conventional changes. Initially launched in On the right road, rear-wheel-drive versions of the Polestar 2 satisfy with cracking dynamics, though the ride quality is still considerably firmer than you expect.
8.5Large carsPolestar 2 Long Range 2024 reviewIt’s not often in modern times that a model-year update introduces engineering changes as extensive as the Polestar 2’s for its MY24 refresh. It looks a An engineering-led update for MY24 brings new electric motors, enhanced batteries, sportier drive and greater range to the Polestar 2
8.0Large carsPolestar 2 2024 reviewIt’s getting pretty heated in the electric vehicle market and there is no further proof of this than the huge leap forward and significant reengineering With a major switch from front- to rear-drive, Polestar has gone all out to configure it’s single-motor 2 liftback to be more efficient, powerful and fun to drive than ever
7.5Large carsPolestar 2 long-term reviewChasing Cars editor Tom Baker lives with the all-electric Polestar 2 for six months and finds much to like and numerous areas for improvement
Future carsPolestar Formula 2030: next Polestar 2 previewed as suave Volvo subsidiary evolves its designSwedish EV maker Polestar has teased a concept car that previews the next Polestar 2. The shadowy front image is of the Formula 2030 concept, which will
Future carsSmall SUV, grand tourer, wagon and next-generation sedan coming as Polestar targets profit with showroom offensiveSwedish Tesla rival Polestar will more than double its current showroom line-up by 2028 by adding a Polestar 7 small SUV, a second-generation Polestar 2 Polestar global details its three year plan to introduce four new vehicles to Australia, with two all-new models, one new-generation model, and one new variant on the table
Car industryFinancial woes don’t spell the end of Tesla-rival Polestar as boss claims brand is on track for successKey Polestar executives say the Swedish EV manufacturer has the full confidence of its Chinese owner, Geely Holding, despite facing a long road to future Polestar faces a long road to profitability, but Geely has not turned off the investment taps yet
Electric vehiclesHyundai Ioniq 6 N 2026: 478kW halo car confirmed for Australia to put Tesla Model 3 Performance through its pacesHyundai has confirmed its Ioniq 6 N performance sedan flagship will launch in Australia in the first half of 2026, providing the Korean automaker with a Ioniq 6 the latest to join Hyundai ‘N’ performance division with unique styling and driver-focused performance enhancements
Electric vehiclesPolestar 2 discounts to continue as long wait for Polestar 7 small SUV beginsFacing a long two-and-a-half year wait until the arrival of the Polestar 7—an attractively-priced premium small SUV that will be a rival to the BMW New pricing strategy at Polestar Australia officially acknowledges the importance of discounting lower-end models to spur demand
Car industryCar news, 31st January ’25: new-gen Volkswagen Tiguan specs revealed, Lexus LS could become an SUV, and moreThanks for joining us this Friday January 31st, 2025. Notably in car news today: next-generation Volkswagen Tiguan detailed, and the next Lexus LS could Notably in car news today: next-generation Volkswagen Tiguan detailed, and the next Lexus LS could become a family hauling seven-seat hybrid SUV.
Car industryTop 83 most popular EVs in Australia in 2024: best-selling electric vehiclesAustralians bought more electric vehicles (EVs) in 2024 than ever before, with 91,292 sales eclipsing the 2023 total (87,217) by 4.7 percent, in an The best-selling electric vehicles in Australia, from the chart-topping Tesla Model Y to the least popular EVs on the market
Future carsCar news, 2 September ’24: Polestar slashes pricing on 2 and 4 models, Audi’s third-generation Q5 SUV makes its global debut, and moreThanks for joining us this Monday 2nd of September, 2024. Notably in car news today: Polestar 2 update and new Polestar 4 both get price cuts, and Audi Every important car news story breaking today, one convenient read
Car industryCar news, 14 May ’24: Subaru to partner with Toyota for more electric vehicles, Porsche gets closer to bringing first hybrid 911 to market, and moreThanks for joining us this Tuesday May 14th 2024. Notably in car news today: Subaru will continue to partner with Toyota on new EVs, and Porsche readies In car news today: Subaru will continue to partner with Toyota on new EVs, and Porsche readies its first-ever hybrid 911 sports car.
New car pricesBYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 vs Polestar 2: spec battle!BYD has officially announced price and specs for its new electric sedan, the Seal, which is due in Australia by the end of 2024. The new model The BYD Seal is about to launch in Australia, but how does it stack up against two of its biggest electric sedan rivals?
Future carsPolestar 2 2024: short wait times expected for updated electric sedanIf you’re after the latest Polestar 2 electric car, the good news is that you won’t have to wait too long to secure one. Polestar Australia has told Polestar Australia says there will be a “healthy supply” of updated MY24 Polestar 2s for our local market
Electric vehiclesWhy Polestar decided to go against the grain with rear-wheel driveWhen the Polestar 2 first launched, its single-motor variant came only with power going to the front wheels. But now, the MY24 Polestar 2 has ditched So many cars today use a front- or all-wheel drive layout, but the updated Polestar 2 now uses a rear-wheel-drive setup
Electric vehiclesPolestar 2 2023: range and performance boosted amid Australian price increasePolestar has introduced major changes to its Polestar 2 midsize liftback for its MY24 update that goes on sale in Australia on 5th of July. The headlining Big performance hikes and up to 654km of range arrives for Tesla Model 3 rival’s major rear-drive-centric MY24 Polestar 2 update
Electric vehiclesQueensland Government to double EV incentive to $6000, will lift eligibility threshold by $10KThe state government of Queensland has today announced it will make the sale of EVs in the state cheaper than before by doubling the value of the current The Queensland Government will be one of the first to offer a $6000 rebate when an electric vehicle is purchased
Future carsPolestar 2 goes RWD! Big change set for late 2023 release in AustraliaPolestar has announced that single-motor variants of its Polestar 2 liftback will shift to rear-wheel-drive and receive more power and more range as part In a move that would be nearly unfeasible in a combustion vehicle, the Polestar 2 has shifted from front- to rear-wheel drive as part of a model year update
Car industryPolestar won’t move away from leather until a sustainable replacement is foundPitched as a performance car brand that’s determined to improve the world that we live in, it’s little surprise to see that sustainability is a priority Polestar’s head of sustainability claims that the idea of a vegan car with the current state of manufacturing is a “lie to consumers”