Polestar targets China despite Tesla competition

The Polestar 1 hybrid, is set to begin production in mid-2019.

By:

Yan Zhang

November 16, 2018 05:00 AM

GUANGZHOU, China -- Volvo's performance electric-vehicle subbrand Polestar sees China as its greatest opportunity even as it's set to face stiff competition from Tesla.

Featured Stories

Will Carvana be ready for the next market shift with tariffs? Confidence is there

Trump’s tariffs challenge Korea and other industry friends

What vehicle parts are now subjected to tariffs? Powertrain, suspension, safety and more

Here’s our list of the 2025 Top 150 dealership groups

Latest News

Tesla sales lag again in key European markets in March amid Musk protests

Will Carvana be ready for the next market shift with tariffs? Confidence is there

Trump’s tariffs challenge Korea and other industry friends

Dealership can defend itself against lawsuit stemming from test drive crash, court rules

Staying current is easy with newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.

See More in Newsletters

Guest commentary: For Akio Toyoda’s sake, he must listen to Toyota’s dissatisfied shareholders and reform strategy

Top 5 stories of the week: Women in auto; Birchwood’s latest buy; GM improves profit; more

Automotive News Europe awards the 2024 Eurostars

Top 5 stories of the week: Northvolt woes; Alpha’s big buy; all-stars; and more

Staying current is easy with newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.