Polestar says Trump administration forcing it to end U.S. sales Stockholm/Washington — Polestar said on Thursday the Trump administration was forcing the electric-vehicle maker to stop selling vehicles in the United States beginning in the 2027 model year as Washington ramps up its crackdown on Chinese vehicles. Shares of Polestar fell 7.2% in midafternoon trading Thursday. The U.S. Department of Commerce did not grant Polestar authorization to sell cars under the Connected Vehicles Rule, which restricts the import and sale of cars with connected-vehicle technology linked to China beginning with the 2027 model year. Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular connectivity and some satellite communications technologies are covered under the rules based on national security concerns linked to the ability of vehicles to collect sensitive data on American owners. The rule was adopted in January 2025 under President Joe Biden, and has been kept in place under President Donald Trump. The action marks the latest major move from the U.S. towards banning cars manufactured and exported from China, as Washington pushes to strengthen the domestic carmaking industry. Lawmakers have proposed legislation to tighten the restrictions further. Imports of Chinese EVs also face hefty tariffs. The Sweden-based company, which is majority-owned by China's Geely Holding, said it will continue to sell existing Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 vehicles in the U.S. and will also provide access to its service network. The Commerce Department did not immediately comment. Polestar had warned as early as 2024 that the connected vehicle rules would "effectively prohibit" the automaker from selling vehicles in the United States, including cars made domestically. "The automotive industry is entering a new phase, based on regional dynamics. Our strategy reflects that, with Europe being our largest growth engine and our plan to manufacture Polestar 7 in Europe," Polestar CEO Michael Lohscheller said. Polestar has
Jun 25, 2026 · via detroitnews.com
Polestar is pulling new vehicles out of the US market starting with model year 2027 after the Commerce Department declined to grant it authorization under the Connected Vehicle Rule, the company confirmed today. The decision effectively ends new-car sales in the US for the Geely-owned Swedish EV brand — even though one of its models is assembled in South Carolina. What Commerce decided The Bureau of Industry and Security, part of the US Department of Commerce, declined to grant Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) an authorization to sell vehicles in the US from model year 2027 onward under the current Connected Vehicle Rule. The rule, finalized in January 2025, bans connected vehicles with a “sufficient nexus” to China or Russia from the US market, with the software prohibitions taking effect for model year 2027 and hardware restrictions following in 2030. It covers telematics, cameras, microphones, GPS, Bluetooth, cellular modules, and automated driving software across gas, hybrid, and electric vehicles alike. Polestar’s problem is ownership, not where the cars are built. The brand is majority-owned by Geely, the Chinese automotive group that also controls Volvo Cars. That nexus is what triggers the rule, regardless of the factory location — a dynamic that traces back to the Biden administration’s 2024 warning that Chinese-connected vehicles could harvest US driver data. It’s a notable outcome given the geography of Polestar’s lineup. The Polestar 3 is built at Volvo’s plant in Charleston, South Carolina, while the Polestar 4 is assembled in Busan, South Korea — neither is made in China. The Volvo contrast Here’s the catch: Volvo, also owned by Geely, was granted authorization to keep selling connected vehicles in the US. Same parent company, opposite outcome. Volvo operates as a separately listed, more established automaker with a larger US footprint, while Polestar is more tightly entangled
Jun 25, 2026 · via electrek.co
Polestar will no longer be allowed to sell new vehicles in the United States beginning with the 2027 model year after the Trump administration denied the Swedish electric-vehicle maker authorization under federal rules governing connected vehicle technology, according to Reuters. The decision essentially blocks Polestar from introducing new models in the US market as Washington continues to express national security concerns over vehicles with technology tied to China. According to Polestar, the US Department of Commerce declined to grant the automaker authorization under the Connected Vehicles Rule, which prohibits the import or sale of vehicles equipped with certain Chinese- or Russian-linked hardware and software beginning with the 2027 model year. The rule covers technologies such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular connectivity, and some satellite communications systems because of concerns they could be used to collect sensitive data from American drivers. The regulation was finalized during the Biden administration in January 2025 and has remained in place under President Donald Trump as part of an effort to reduce US reliance on Chinese automotive technology. Polestar is based in Sweden but China’s Geely Holding is its majority owner. The automaker said it will continue selling existing Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 vehicles in the United States while supporting customers through its service network, but no new 2027-model-year vehicles will be offered unless the situation changes with regards to the Connected Vehicles regulations. “The automotive industry is entering a new phase, based on regional dynamics,” CEO Michael Lohscheller said in a statement. “Our strategy reflects that, with Europe being our largest growth engine and our plan to manufacture Polestar 7 in Europe.” The ruling also throws another hurdle in front of an automaker already struggling to gain traction in the US. Reuters reported that only 6 percent of Polestar’s first-quarter global sales came from
Jun 25, 2026 · via autoweek.com
U.S. Bans Polestar From Selling Cars As It Stretches The Definition Of 'Chinese EV' The federal government's fear of Chinese EVs has pushed a manufacturer out of the American market. Polestar announced on Thursday that the U.S. Department of Commerce did not grant authorization for the automaker to continue selling vehicles in the United States. The Chinese-owned Swedish EV manufacturer will sell its existing stock of Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 vehicles, with the ban taking effect for the 2027 model year. It should also be noted that the Polestar 3 is exclusively produced in Ridgeville, South Carolina, and the 4 is built in South Korea. According to the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, Polestar has fallen foul of its Connected Vehicle Rule, which prohibits connected vehicles with hardware or software tied to China or Russia from being sold in or imported into the United States. The rule was enacted during the Biden administration's final days in January 2025. Polestar is based in Sweden but is majority-owned by the Chinese auto giant Geely. Volvo (also majority-owned by Geely) was in the exact same predicament, but received approval from the Trump administration last month to continue U.S. sales. Polestar will continue to support U.S. owners Polestar emphasized that it will shift its focus to Europe and noted that 94% of its 2026 Q1 retail sales volume was outside the United States. However, if a Polestar is sitting in your garage, you won't be left high and dry by the brand's sudden exit from the market. The automaker stated that owners will still have access to its service network. A Polestar spokesperson told Jalopnik: "Supporting our customers remains our highest priority. Existing Polestar owners and lease customers will continue to receive the same level of support and access to
Jun 25, 2026 · via jalopnik.com
The U.S. Federal Government is meddling with the automotive industry, the free market, and capitalism. Ironically, the current administration claims it’s for the latter two items on that list. But on Thursday, the U.S. Government essentially killed an automotive brand in America by forcing Polestar to stop selling new cars. Pandora’s Box continues to open with no end in sight. The precedent that’s being set is both dangerous, and the ending is unclear at this point. The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security denied Polestar an authorization under the current Connected Vehicle Rule to sell cars in the U.S. from model year 2027 on. That’s because Polestar is a subsidiary of Geely, a Chinese automaker. Ironically, Polestar’s sister brand, also owned by Geely, Volvo, was granted the authorization in May. Why Volvo was granted the authorization and Polestar was not is unclear. “We have no insight into Polestar’s authorization approval process,” a Volvo spokesperson told The Drive. But Polestar clearly didn’t see this situation coming. The automaker announced a reboot plan in February, which would’ve seen a slew of new product coming to the U.S. as the company grew the lineup. Global production of the Polestar 3 was moved from Chengdu, China, to Volvo’s Ridgeville, South Carolina, plant specifically to avoid the Trump Administration’s tariffs. The Polestar 3 currently rolls off the South Carolina assembly line alongside its platform mate, the Volvo EX90. The future of Polestar 3 production is now in limbo despite the model being sold outside the U.S. market. “It’s too early to speculate on that. We have just received this information from U.S. authorities and need to work with Volvo Cars to what our options are. Polestar benefits from the flexibility of our asset-light business model, which is a great strength given the
Jun 25, 2026 · via thedrive.com
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From：Internet Info Agency 2026-06-25 09:23:00 Great Wall Motor recently established Tianjin Great Wall Motor R&D Co., Ltd. in the Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area (TEDA), marking the official establishment of its Tianjin R&D center. The center is a key component of Great Wall Motor’s technology R&D system, covering areas such as intelligent cockpits, autonomous driving, and cloud platforms, and possesses full-stack automotive intelligence R&D capabilities—from product design to project management. Equipped with a comprehensive software R&D system, toolchain, stability laboratories, and a cloud testing platform, the center not only undertakes R&D tasks for Great Wall Motor’s global mass-production vehicle models but also focuses on software technology research and feature development related to intelligent cockpits and autonomous driving, including operating systems, software ecosystems, and AI technologies. In the cloud platform domain, the center primarily handles the development of backend systems for overseas connected vehicle services, providing technical support for connected car operations across multiple countries and regions. According to plans, the R&D center will employ approximately 250 to 300 personnel. Leveraging Tianjin’s advantages as a hub for high-end intelligent manufacturing clusters, it will advance Great Wall Motor’s “AI-defined vehicles” strategy and deepen the integration of intelligent technologies with product development. Currently, TEDA has attracted more than 10 R&D institutions focused on intelligent and connected vehicles and is accelerating the construction of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Pan-Intelligent Connected Vehicle Industrial Park. BMW i3, i4 Models Show Battery Warning; Official Response: Safe to Drive, Inspections Scheduled Eight Traditional Automakers Lose Production Licenses in 2026 as Industry Shakeout Accelerates Nissan GT-R50, Limited to 19 Units, Heads to Japanese Auction with Estimated Top Bid of ¥155 Million BYD Overtakes MG in European Sales for First Time in May, Chinese Brands Hit Record Market Share XPeng MONA L03 Official Images Released, Launching in July from RMB 130,000 Tesla Model
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The Bezos-backed startup opens preorders today for a bare-bones EV pickup designed to do what no one else is bothering to do — cost less. The number that Slate Auto has been building toward for four years landed Wednesday morning: $24,950. That’s the starting price for the 2027 Slate Truck, a rear-wheel-drive electric pickup with crank windows, no touchscreen, and a 5-foot bed — and it’s now officially the cheapest new truck in America, undercutting the Ford Maverick by roughly $2,000. For a market that has spent the better part of a decade drifting relentlessly upmarket, the announcement landed like a provocation. The average new vehicle in the United States now costs around $48,000. Slate is offering a truck at almost exactly half that. “More than 180,000 reservation holders have told us they’re ready for a vehicle that’s affordable, reliable, and built around their lives,” said Slate CEO Peter Faricy. “Slate gives customers the freedom to buy only what they need today and personalize their vehicle as their needs change tomorrow.” A Truck Stripped to the Essentials The Slate Truck is deliberately, almost defiantly, minimal. There is no infotainment screen. No power windows — glass is operated by hand crank. The HVAC system uses physical knobs. The factory color is a single shade of gray. Built-in Bluetooth lets drivers pair a smartphone, but the truck comes with no speakers. What it does have: a 65 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery with 63 kWh of usable energy, good for an estimated 205 miles of range — a 37 percent increase over the company’s earlier 150-mile projection. Towing capacity comes in at 2,000 pounds, payload at 1,550 pounds. DC fast charging at up to 120 kW can bring the battery from 20 to 80 percent in roughly 30 minutes. A full
Jun 25, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
| | | | TL;DR: Meta is reportedly working on a standalone prediction markets app in a bid to get in on the bet-on-everything craze that started with Polymarket and Kalshi, according to a New York Times report. It’s the kind of move we’ve seen from Meta before—chasing (or re-chasing) what was popularized by others—but comes as the company faces lawsuits accusing it of trying to addict users. What happened: Internally called Arena, the smartphone app reportedly uses a video game-like points system instead of money—though real funds could come into play later. It’s a gamified attempt to lasso new users at a moment when prediction market fever is everywhere. (Though Meta’s tried its hand at pursuing this particular market before, launching an app called Forecast in 2020 that shut down two years later.) Insiders described Arena as “experimental but a top priority” for the company, per the NYT, but noted that it’s possible the app might never be released. Copying homework: Arriving late is par for the course for Meta, which has shown a pattern of jumping on trends after competitors prove there’s a market for it. A brief recap of all the times Meta made us say, “Wait, haven’t we seen this before?”: Instagram Stories (2016), which made main grids everywhere something of a relic, was released long after Snapchat first came out with the feature in 2013.Facebook Dating (2019) joined in on the “swipe right to match” habit already popularized by Tinder starting in 2012.Reels (2020) was Meta’s answer to TikTok, which got us glued to short-form videos (at least ones that are longer than six seconds).Threads (2023) launched about half a year after Musk bought Twitter—which led to an exodus of users who didn’t like the new management and wanted an alternative. (That lasted about five
Jun 24, 2026 · via techbrew.com
UVeye Partners with Mesilla Valley Transportation to Bring Intelligent Vehicle Inspection Systems to Commercial Trucking Operations Partnership brings UVeye's state-of-the-art inspection technology to the middle mile, enhancing safety, consistency, and efficiency for MVT fleets across North America TEANECK, N.J., June 24, 2026 -- UVeye, the global leader in vehicle data intelligence, today announced it has partnered with Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT), one of North America's largest privately owned transportation companies, to bring state-of-the-art launch vehicle inspection systems to the middle mile, improving safety, consistency, and operational efficiency across MVT's fleets. With fleet operators focusing more and more on reducing downtime while maintaining the highest safety standards, automated inspections are becoming an increasingly essential tool. This partnership brings UVeye's advanced computer-vision inspection technology to MVT's trucking operations, enabling one of the industry's largest privately owned fleets across the continental United States, Mexico, and Canada to benefit from comprehensive, granular drive-thru inspections. UVeye's drive-thru scanners perform a complete 360° scan of heavy-duty vehicles in seconds, detecting exterior, underbody, tire and mechanical flaws and identifying damages or modifications. Inspection results are presented via digital reports designed to improve safety, consistency, and operational efficiency. The system supports Class 6–8 trucks and complies with CTPAT17 requirements in the US and UK, enabling an automated 17-point inspection process. Utilized by leading organizations including Amazon, General Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Hertz, Subaru of America, and hundreds of dealerships worldwide, UVeye's AI-powered systems help identify tire issues, underbody anomalies, leaks, damage, and other vehicle conditions that may require attention. "Commercial transportation operates at enormous scale, where improvements in inspection speed, consistency, and accuracy can have a far-reaching impact," said Amir Hever, CEO and Co-Founder of UVeye. "With thousands of tractors and trailers moving freight across the Americas every day, we're excited to work with MVT to support safer
Jun 24, 2026 · via theautochannel.com
Amazon Leo has made inroads into the construction industry with a new agreement with Hitachi Construction Machinery, now part of its service preview for enterprises. Under an agreement announced Wednesday, Hitachi Construction Machinery will deploy portable Amazon Leo antennas at construction sites in the U.K. and Germany starting this year. It plans to use Amazon Leo connectivity for machine health reports, downloading service manuals in the field, real-time maintenance alerts and uploading inspection reports. There’s an Amazon Web Services (AWS) tie-in as well, because Hitachi Construction Machinery runs its global service network that collects machine operation and maintenance data on AWS. The Amazon Leo connectivity will allow the machines to access the AWS cloud. The companies said that this connectivity will also allow Hitachi Construction Machinery to explore AI-driven predictive maintenance. “Our mission is to maximize customers’ machine uptime while minimizing total cost of ownership for our customers. Signing this agreement with Amazon Leo represents a major step toward verifying our vision of connecting all construction sites through communication—regardless of location. With reliable satellite connectivity, we can deliver high-quality ConSite services at every job site in the world and, in the future, enable real-time AI analysis of operation data to further benefit our customers.” Amazon Leo is preparing for an initial service rollout this year. The constellation has 367 satellites after its most recent launch by Arianespace last week.
Jun 24, 2026 · via satellitetoday.com
State Farm® Enhances Auto Claims Self-Service for Toyota and Lexus Vehicles | | | | Eligible State Farm customers driving 2020 or newer Toyota/Lexus models can opt in to share accident data to help facilitate claims processing BLOOMINGTON, Ill., June 24, 2026 -- As vehicle technology evolves, State Farm is continuing to advance the ways we support customers—part of the Next Gen Good Neighbor strategy to modernize our technological approach and promote safer roadways for everyone. | | State Farm has announced a new collaboration with Connected Analytic Services, LLC (CAS), a Toyota affiliate, by adding an optional, self-service auto claims safety feature for millions of eligible customers. Based on customer consent, CAS can process data from Toyota and Lexus vehicles equipped with data communication modules. State Farm will offer eligible customers who own 2020 or newer Toyota or Lexus vehicles the option to use the State Farm® app, to share information on a one-time basis designed to help make the claim process more efficient. "This service helps make the claims process easier by providing faster insight into what happened and what needs to happen next," said Jennifer Megargell, Vice President of Property & Casualty Claims. "By using real-time data, we can more quickly confirm important details and help move claims forward efficiently. At the same time, customers continue to receive the personal support and guidance they expect from their State Farm agent." Customers will be able to review their consent option in the Claims Hub of the State Farm app on the "Claims" tab. If a customer provides express consent, claim representatives may access accident information that can include the vehicle's direction of travel, speed, point of impact, and the loss location displayed on a map. Using vehicle sensor capabilities, an accident report may help reduce the time customers
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Transportation agencies are under increasing pressure to improve traffic operations while working with limited staff, budgets, and field resources. To make the most of their time, engineers need a way to quickly identify problem locations, prioritize improvements, and measure results across an entire network. Probe–based Signal Analytics uses vehicle trajectory data derived from anonymous GPS points to measure how vehicles move through signalized intersections and corridors. By providing continuous visibility into real-world traffic performance, it helps to identify problem locations, prioritize retiming work, and measure results without deploying permanent or temporary detection or running manual counts at every intersection. When to Use Signal Analytics Signal Analytics is especially useful when: - You need to triage a large network but don’t have staff for intersection‑by‑intersection reviews - Complaints are coming in, but it’s not obvious which intersection is causing the problem - You want to evaluate retiming results without running new field studies - Detector coverage is inconsistent, unreliable, or nonexistent - You need network level visibility before deciding where to invest limited time and resources. What Inputs You Need Before Beginning? You don’t need signal timing files or detector data to get value. At minimum you’ll need: - A list of signalized intersections (or a corridor) - A clearly defined time window (e.g., specific dates, weekday AM peak, PM peak) - One or two performance questions (e.g. Where is delay occurring? How well is progression working? Are queues spilling back?) That’s it. What Probe Based Signal Analytics Measures Probe based analytics focuses on what vehicles experienced, not what was programmed. Key measures include: - Arrivals on Green (AOG): Did vehicles make it through without stopping? - Control Delay: How much extra time did vehicles spend because of the signal? - Excessive Delay: How many vehicles waited longer than 3 minutes
Jun 24, 2026 · via inrix.com
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Skoda Peaq Electric SUV Unveiled With Up To 647 KM Range, 299 BHP AWD Powertrain - Team Autopunditz - 20 hours ago - 3 min read Skoda has officially revealed the all-new Peaq, its largest and most advanced electric SUV yet. Positioned as the brand’s global flagship EV, the three-row SUV combines long-distance range, family-focused practicality and premium technology, placing it against large electric SUVs such as the Kia EV9, Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Volvo EX90. The Peaq measures over 4.8 metres in length and is based on Volkswagen Group’s dedicated MEB electric architecture. It also represents the production evolution of Skoda’s Vision 7S concept, bringing the Czech brand’s latest “Modern Solid” design language to its biggest electric model. Skoda’s Largest Electric SUV Yet The Peaq will be offered in both five-seat and seven-seat configurations, making it the most spacious EV in Skoda’s global line-up. The seven-seat version is aimed at family buyers looking for a premium electric SUV with genuine third-row usability. Skoda has focused heavily on cabin flexibility and luggage space. The long wheelbase gives the Peaq a practical interior layout, while the three-row version still offers usable cargo capacity, making it more than just a style-led flagship. Two Battery Packs, Three Powertrain Options Skoda will offer the Peaq with two battery pack choices: 63 kWh and 91 kWh. The entry-level Peaq 60 uses the smaller battery and comes with a rear-wheel-drive layout. It produces 204 hp from a single rear-mounted electric motor. The Peaq 90 gets the larger 91 kWh battery and also uses a rear-wheel-drive setup. This variant produces 286 hp and is expected to be the long-range option for buyers prioritising efficiency and highway usability. At the top of the range sits the Peaq 90x, which adds a second electric motor for all-wheel drive. This
Jun 24, 2026 · via autopunditz.com
BMW Group Middle East brings STARZPLAY into the car, expanding connected media experiences across MENA, expanding access to premium sports and entertainment content for customers across the region. Customers with BMW and MINI vehicles equipped with ConnectedDrive across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait and JoBMW turns the car into another screen with STARZPLAY integrationrdan will be able to access STARZPLAY’s content library directly through their vehicles’ native infotainment systems. The integration will give drivers and passengers access to live sports, movies, series, Arabic content and STARZPLAY Originals on the vehicle’s central display when the car is stationary, such as during charging stops, waiting periods or travel breaks. The move is the latest expansion of BMW Group’s Video and TV offering, which already includes platforms such as YouTube, Bloomberg, Wajd and Al Jazeera, as carmakers increasingly position vehicles as connected digital environments rather than solely modes of transport. Karim-Christian Haririan, Managing Director of BMW Group Middle East, said the partnership reflects the company’s ambition to expand its in-car digital ecosystem and create more connected mobility experiences for customers in the region. “By expanding our digital ecosystem, we’re transforming how customers experience mobility without compromising the core values of quality, safety, and Sheer Driving Pleasure,” Karim-Christian Haririan, Managing Director BMW Group Middle East, “Our goal is to offer a connected, delightful mobility experience that adapts to how people live and travel in the Middle East.” For STARZPLAY, the partnership extends its reach beyond traditional screens and into the connected car ecosystem. “By bringing our extensive premium content offerings from entertainment and sports directly into eligible BMW and MINI vehicles, we are creating new opportunities for audiences to enjoy the content they love through a seamless, connected experience,” said Maaz Sheikh, CEO of STARZPLAY. The companies said additional features and
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23 June 2026 Article Series – 2 of 21 Insights As of last Friday, 19 June 2026, traders must provide consumers with a direct electronic option to exercise their right of withdrawal for distance contracts concluded by means of an online user interface: the so-called “withdrawal function” (in German practice often referred to as the “Widerrufsbutton” or “Button-Lösung”). This new requirement stems from the transposition of Directive (EU) 2023/2673 into German law. At the heart of the matter is the new Section 356a of the German Civil Code (Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch – BGB), which obliges traders to provide consumers, on the respective online user interface, with a simple, clearly recognizable and permanently available option to submit a withdrawal declaration. Undertakings across all industries have been working intensively on implementing the new requirements in recent weeks and months. The implementation deadline has passed, but many questions remain unanswered, particularly for the automotive sector. The changes are particularly relevant for OEMs and providers of digital vehicle services. This is because, in the automotive sector, distance contracts on digital content and digital services have long since ceased to be concluded or managed solely via traditional websites or apps. Increasingly, contracts are also being concluded via in-car stores, vehicle head units, connected service portals, or “functions-on-demand” offerings. The following may be particularly affected: Depending on the nature of the respective service, providers must in future enable affected B2C users (consumers) to exercise their statutory right of withdrawal electronically in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. The key principle is this: If a B2C distance contract with a statutory right of withdrawal is concluded via an online user interface, the exercise of the right of withdrawal must also be possible via such an online user interface in future. The new obligation to provide an electronic mechanism
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