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Today — 19 February 2026Main stream

Volvo Walked Away From Wagons, Now Polestar Steps In

  • Polestar plans four new EV launches by 2028.
  • A more practical Polestar 4 wagon arrives this year.
  • A new Polestar 2 and 7 SUV will also join the range.

Polestar may be wrestling with the sort of losses that keep finance teams awake at night, but it is not backing off. The Geely-owned brand has four new EVs lined up before 2028, each aimed at the market’s sweet spots. On the way are the 5 grand tourer, a more practical wagon take on the 4, a fully reworked 2 sedan, and an all-new 7 compact SUV. Busy times ahead.

The “Wagon” Polestar 4

Polestar’s current best seller is the 4, though its coupe-style roofline has always leaned more toward drama than practicality. That changes in the fourth quarter of 2026, when a new variant arrives with roof rails and a redesigned tail, complete with an actual rear window. Revolutionary, we know.

The aim is to attract a “wider customer base”, which is executive-speak for people who enjoy seeing out the back.

More: Polestar 4 Pricing Is Out And So Is The Rear Window

CEO Michael Lohscheller says the updated 4 “combines the space of an estate and the versatility of an SUV with the dynamic performance that is Polestar”. In plain terms, it keeps the same underpinnings as today’s car but swaps in a reshaped silhouette and a roomier cabin. Same bones, more boots-and-dogs potential.

The Next-Gen Polestar 2

 Volvo Walked Away From Wagons, Now Polestar Steps In

Next up is a full new generation of the Polestar 2, due in early 2027. The current Tesla Model 3 rival has been around since 2019 and received a mid-lifecycle update in 2023, so a deeper rethink feels timely.

More: 2026 Polestar 2 Looks The Same But Hides Major Interior Upgrade

An official, albeit blurry, teaser suggests the 2 will trade its slightly crossover-ish stance for something lower and sleeker, complete with split LED headlights and a pared-back bumper design. Less high-riding fastback, more grounded sports saloon. Or at least that seems to be the direction of travel.

Europe-Built Compact SUV

 Volvo Walked Away From Wagons, Now Polestar Steps In

Then there is the Polestar 7, landing in 2028 as a contender in Europe’s largest EV segment. And yes, Polestar’s naming scheme remains mildly baffling. It will be built in Slovakia and share its hardware with Volvo models. Lohscheller describes it as a “progressive performance-driven car” offered at “a very attractive price point”.

The Grand Tourer Is Here

At the top of the tree sits the Polestar 5 grand tourer, which only reinforces the point about that confusing nomenclature. Revealed in production form at the 2025 Munich Motor Show, it is scheduled to begin European deliveries in summer 2026. This is the halo car, the statement piece.

It rides on a lightweight bonded aluminum platform and, in Performance guise, packs a dual-motor setup producing up to 872 hp (650 kW / 884 PS). That is comfortably in the realm of serious performance, and proof that Polestar still wants to talk about speed as much as sustainability.

Optimism Despite Heavy Losses

All of this comes against a complicated financial backdrop. Last year, Polestar posted its best-ever retail sales, shifting 60,119 vehicles, up 34 percent, while also wrestling with deepening losses.

Even so, the mood at the top remains upbeat. Despite what Lohscheller calls a “challenging geopolitical and economic environment”, he remains optimistic about the future: “We are targeting the heart of the EV market, where customer demand and profit pools are high.” Confident words. Now comes the hard part.

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Polestar

Before yesterdayMain stream

Polestar’s Stock Hangs By A Thread As Nasdaq Sounds The Alarm

  • Polestar got a Nasdaq warning after failing to meet minimum price rules.
  • The stock’s been under one dollar since September, near record lows.
  • EV maker has until April 29 to regain compliance or risk getting delisted.

Polestar originally sounded like a great idea. Take the best of Volvo, throw in some sportier styling, and add a pinch of extra performance.

Despite this solid foundation, Polestar hasn’t lived up to their potential. That’s clear today as the company’s stock is in danger of getting delisted.

More: Polestar 6 Roadster Delayed To Churn Out More Crossovers

In a brief announcement, the Swedish automaker revealed they have received a warning from the Nasdaq that they are “not currently in compliance with the $1.00 minimum bid price requirement.” Shares closed at $0.84 today and that’s near the 52-week low of $0.82. It’s also a long way from their 52-week high of $1.42.

Looking at the price chart, it appears Polestar stock has been below the $1 threshold since late September. That’s not an encouraging sign, but the company has until April 29 to regain compliance.

 Polestar’s Stock Hangs By A Thread As Nasdaq Sounds The Alarm

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This is easier said than done as it requires the closing price to be at least $1 or more for ten consecutive business days. If they fail to achieve that, they may get an additional 180 day extension.

While things aren’t looking good for shareholders, Polestar does have some positive momentum. Third quarter retail sales climbed 13% to 14,192 units, while year-to-date retail sales surged 36% to 44,482 vehicles.

 Polestar’s Stock Hangs By A Thread As Nasdaq Sounds The Alarm

On top of that, the company finally introduced the production version of the 5 at the Munich Motor Show. The Porsche Taycan competitor features a bold design, a 112 kWh battery pack, and up to 872 hp (650 kW / 884 PS).

Furthermore, the automaker unveiled a significantly improved 3 on October 1. It features an all-new 800V electrical architecture, new batteries, and upgraded electric motors. This means the crossover is faster, more powerful, and more efficient.

 Polestar’s Stock Hangs By A Thread As Nasdaq Sounds The Alarm
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