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William D. KouchBy William D. KouchSeptember 27, 2024Updated:April 21, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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FYI: Polestar is diversifying its distribution centers to ensure faster delivery, with the Polestar 3 and 4 set to dominate future sales.

Polestar’s Strategy for Accelerated Distribution and Growth

In a bid to revamp its prospects, Polestar is significantly diversifying its distribution network. This strategic change promises to expedite new car deliveries to dealerships, ensuring customers have faster access to their desired models.

A New Era for Polestar

Facing a challenging period, Polestar’s sales have been impacted by a hefty 100% tariff on its popular Polestar 2, manufactured in China. This tariff has marred its sales velocity, pushing the company to pivot its focus towards the forthcoming Polestar 3 and Polestar 4.

A Promising New Leadership

Polestar’s North American operations have witnessed a leadership shift with Anders Gustafsson taking charge. Gustafsson exudes a positive outlook, hinting at a robust strategy aimed at bolstering the brand’s future.

Columbus Showroom Inauguration

This week saw the grand opening of a new Polestar showroom in Columbus, Ohio. While expanding the retail network is part of Polestar’s growth strategy, the event was particularly noteworthy due to Gustafsson’s presence. During an exclusive interview, he emphasized Polestar’s commitment to enhancing inventory availability across its stores.

Enhancing Car Availability

Historically, Polestar’s inventory management involved centralizing stock in one location, specifically Los Angeles. Cars then trickled down to dealerships, sometimes taking up to five weeks to reach customers on the East Coast. Recognizing the American demand for swift transactions, Polestar is now decentralizing its logistics. New hubs will be established, and more cars will be stored directly at retailer lots.

Gustafsson employs a vivid metaphor to describe this strategy shift: "Before, the cars would be in one central space, like Los Angeles. But now the milk is outside your house before you need to find a cow."

Leveraging the Volvo Affiliation

Gustafsson highlights the symbiotic relationship between Polestar and its traditional partner, Volvo. This alliance facilitates a wider reach, addressing fears of limited geographical expansion witnessed by other EV startups like Lucid and Rivian. The Columbus showroom, spacious and fully equipped with trained technicians, exemplifies this integrated approach, combining sales and service under one roof.

“Everything we have—parts, logistics, Volvo is doing that for us. We have technicians, and we use Volvo’s tech schools and our own Polestar tech schools to educate technicians,” confirmed Gustafsson.

Polestar 3 and 4: The Future Pillars

Polestar is banking on the launch of the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 to rejuvenate its market presence. Priced starting around $56,000, the Polestar 4 is anticipated to be a significant player in the U.S. market when it hits shelves in March 2025. Meanwhile, Polestar 3 crossovers, constructed in South Carolina, are already rolling off the assembly line.

Navigating Tariff Challenges

The 100% tariff on Chinese-manufactured EVs brings inevitable hurdles. With the Polestar 2 chiefly produced in China, its independent sales prospects are dwindling. However, Polestar remains confident that the new SUVs will capture consumer interest despite their higher price points.

Former Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson’s wisdom resonates with Gustafsson: “Too many resources make you less innovative and interesting.” This philosophy drives Polestar’s focused approach on production capacity and effective sales, leveraging its relationship with Volvo to maximize market penetration.

Conclusion

Polestar’s strategic shifts, particularly under Gustafsson’s leadership, signal a promising future. With a clear focus on accelerating distribution, expanding its retail network, and launching new models, the brand is well-poised for a resurgence. While only time will tell the efficacy of these strategies, the initial signs are undeniably optimistic.

For more insights and updates, reach out to us at tips@automotive.fyi, or on Twitter @automotivefyi.

William Kouch, Editor of Automotive.fyi

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