Overview
- Polestar confirmed Tuesday that it will not challenge the Commerce Department’s denial that bars sales of 2027‑model‑year and newer connected vehicles in the United States.
- The ban rests on the U.S. Connected Vehicle Rule, which restricts connected cars tied by ownership or control to China or Russia because of data‑security concerns.
- Polestar said it will continue to support existing U.S. owners and honor warranties while aggressively discounting remaining U.S. inventory to clear lots.
- About 32 U.S. dealers say they face sunk investments and want answers after the company paused expansion plans and decided not to pursue an appeal.
- Regulators are handling permissions case by case, as shown by Volvo’s earlier authorization, a pattern that raises wider questions for other Geely‑linked firms and supply chains.