Following its media launch in Shanghai in October 2017, and recent European launch at the Geneva Motor Show, this is the first time the Chinese public has the chance to see the Polestar 1, the first car from the new
electric performance brand, Polestar.
Polestar unveils its first car — the Polestar 1 — and reveals its vision to be the new
electric performance brand
An electric performance brand, focused on uncompromised car design and technology.
Polestar, the new
electric performance brand, will make its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2018 with the company's first car, the Polestar 1, seen in public for the first time.
Polestar's Chief Executive Officer, Thomas Ingenlath, is leading the rapid development of Polestar into
an electric performance brand and presented the latest status of the brand at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show.
Not exact matches
Vulcan, the
brand known for masterful design, precision
performance and state - of - the - art innovation, has earned a 2017 Hotel Experience Show Editor's Choice Award for its industry - first ENERGY STAR certified
electric floor steamer.
Far more than a
branding exercise, DS
Performance has entered the sport with its own
electric drivetrain.
As the name suggests, the E-Tense is an
electric vehicle, but far from a homely supermini concept the E-Tense is the French
brand's vision of a high -
performance, all -
electric GT.
Also new this year in U.S. Fiat showrooms will be an Abarth -
branded high -
performance iteration of the 500 and an all -
electric 500.
20» / 21» Dione Forged Rims Finished In High Gloss Black Red Brake Calipers Transparent Engine Cover Park Assist Rear View Camera
Electric Seats Heated Seats Sensonum Premium Sound System Interior
Branding Package Black Soft Top Roof Lining And Pillars In Leather Rosso Stitching DMC Molto Veloce Aero Kit Carbon Fibre Rear Spoiler Carbon Fibre Rear Diffuser Carbon Fibre Front Spoiler Carbon Fibre Side Skirts Capristo
Performance Exhaust Absolutley Stunning Air Conditioning Alarm Heated Seats Delivery Available Financing Available Full Service History
In truth, it is, but at the same time, Polestar is angling to place itself out in front of the new pack:
Electric - first, high -
performance, and thoroughly modern, not just in product terms, but in terms of the whole
brand experience.
Specification: This Highly Rare Carbon Edition Is Fitted From Factory With 20» Sepang Multi Spoke Alloy Wheels Which All Sit On
Branded Tyres,
Performance R Embossed Red Brake Calipers, Rear Distance Park Control, Signature XKR Body Detailing And Vents, Xenon Headlights With Power Wash Function And Auto Settings,
Electric Front Seats With Driver Memory, Jaguar / Alpine Speaker Sound Package, Adaptive Cruise Control, Black Leather Bound Multi Functional Steering Wheel, Variable Heated Front Seats, Jaguar / Dolby Head Unit With Multi Change CD System, Jaguar / Motorola Phone, Optional Fabric Wind Break, Bright Silver Front Grille, Remote Central Locking With Alarm, Roof Cover, Dual Zone Climate Control, Full Colour Information Screen With Satellite Navigation System And So Much More.
While Blume says that Porsche has no plans to abandon internal combustion entirely, he thinks
electric power will play a huge role in the
brand's future
performance models.
It reads «DS E-TENSE perfectly encapsulates the
brand's stylistic and technological vision, pointing towards the DS
brand's future with its high -
performance electric powertrain.»
«The BMW i
Performance brand offers the widest range of
electric and plug - in hybrid models of any premium manufacturer including Tesla,» said Werner.
With the
brand emphasising
performance and handling prowess, the new
electric Jaguar is set to get all - wheel drive.
The
brand says the all -
electric, high -
performance concept «elevates and reimagines the «Athletic Elegance» design paradigm, while providing a vision of future Genesis product
performance and technology.»
While the new 2019 G70 might be the production car, it's an all -
electric performance Gran Turismo to which the responsibility to make Genesis a respected
brand falls.
Nissan's
performance brand now offers upgrades for its LEAF
electric car.
The 2014 Cadillac ELR is the
brands first plug - in
electric vehicle, and as such, needs to be a super-offering of styling, luxury and
performance with a higher level of features and
performance than the Chevy Volt that it is based off of.
It wasn't long ago that Porsche claimed all -
electric powertrains didn't offer enough
performance to reach the level that their customers expect from the premium German
brand.
We will lead our high -
performance brand Audi Sport into the
electric future with models like this.»
While the original announcement said the new
brand would focus on
electric vehicles, sources at Volvo and Polestar say the
brand will also focus on high -
performance plug - in hybrid powertrains.
The
brand says the all -
electric, high -
performance concept «elevates...
The car will be powered by a series of
brand - new
performance - oriented powertrains with plug - in hybrid technology, launched under the EQ
brand and capable of producing up to 850 HP and of running in a full
electric mode for approximately 50 kilometers.
On today's show... Mercedes invests $ 1 billion in the U.S. to build
electric SUVs... Proterra's EV bus sets the world record for longest distance traveled on a single charge... and Jaguar is getting set to release a couple of high priced
performance cars to take the
brand more upscale.
It is an all -
electric, high -
performance grand tourer that gives a glimpse into the future of the
brand.
Tesla was the first
brand to launch a high
performance electric car in the form of the Model S which changed the perception of quite a few.
Mercedes - AMG is highly likely to add
electric versions of its
performance cars in the future in the belief that they will be sporty enough to live up to the
brand name.
The recently spun - off
performance brand took to Switzerland to formally present the Polestar 1, the luxury
performance coupé that's setting its sights on Tesla and the current
electric car establishment.
Exhibitor: Craftsman / KDC
Brands Phone: 847-286-3689 Email:
[email protected] Website: http://www.craftsman.com/ Booth Number: 20117 Customizer / Builder: Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle, Chicago, Illinois Powertrain / Drivetrain: Roush 427R engine; Hilborn stack injector; Holley computer; Hurst Driveline transmission; Hedman headers; Flowmaster mufflers; Flaming River steering; Moser Engineering rearend; Aeromotive fuel system; Dynotech driveshaft; Powermaster alternator; Painless wiring; C&R Racing radiator; Spal fan; TechAFX Fuel synthetic fuel lines and fittings; Red Horse
Performance fitting; Moroso catch can breather system and power steering pump reservoir; Quicktime bell housing Chassis: Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle chrome moly tube chassis; Moser Engineering rearend; Wilwood brakes; Ridetech supspension; Miller
Electric welders; Nitto tires; Weld Racing wheels Exterior: VFN Fiberglass hood, decklid and bumpers; Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle design;
Performance Associates Coachwork and Customs paint
Mercedes - AMG looking at how to develop
performance versions of Mercedes - Benz
electric vehicles — and the
brand's director of vehicle development, Drummond Jacoy, has said it will have to reinvent itself as a result.
Employing a claimed world first integrated cylinder head and a new generation VVTi variable valve system, the engine family also seems sure to become part of a plan for «
performance» petrol -
electric hybrids for luxury
brand Lexus and sportier models in the Toyota lineup.
That, above all else, is the
brand's priority at this point, starting with filling out its roster of
performance crossovers and
electric cars.
Bentley said that an all -
electric Bentley will not compromise the quality, refinement and high
performance levels expected of the luxury
brand.
Source: Edmunds Options: Turbocharged Front Wheel Drive Power Steering Abs 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes Brake Assist Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential Aluminum Wheels Tires - Front
Performance Tires - Rear
Performance Temporary Spare Tire Heated Mirrors Power Mirror (S) Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors Rear Defrost Intermittent Wipers Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers Privacy Glass Rear Spoiler Remote Trunk Release Power Door Locks Automatic Headlights Fog Lamps Am / Fm Stereo Cd Player Premium Sound System Satellite Radio Hd Radio Steering Wheel Audio Controls Bluetooth Connection Telematics Auxiliary Audio Input Smart Device Integration Rear Bench Seat Power Driver Seat Power Passenger Seat Pass - Through Rear Seat Leather Seats Bucket Seats Heated Front Seat (S) Driver Adjustable Lumbar Passenger Adjustable Lumbar Seat Memory Adjustable Steering Wheel Wifi Hotspot Leather Steering Wheel Keyless Entry Keyless Start Hands - Free Liftgate Universal Garage Door Opener Climate Control Multi-Zone A / C Driver Vanity Mirror Passenger Vanity Mirror Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror Auto - Dimming Rearview Mirror Floor Mats Mirror Memory Security System Traction Control Stability Control Front Side Air Bag Rear Parking Aid Cross-Traffic Alert Tire Pressure Monitor Driver Air Bag Passenger Air Bag Front Head Air Bag Rear Head Air Bag Passenger Air Bag Sensor Knee Air Bag Child Safety Locks Back - Up Camera Fuel Consumption: City: 23 Mpg Fuel Consumption: Highway: 32 Mpg Memorized Settings Including Door Mirror (S) Memorized Settings For 3 Drivers Driver Seat Memory Remote Engine Start Remote Digital Keypad Power Door Locks Power Windows Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel Cruise Control 4 - Wheel Abs Brakes Front Ventilated Disc Brakes 1St And 2Nd Row Curtain Head Airbags Passenger Airbag Side Airbag Rear Spoiler: Lip Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity In - Dash Single Cd Player Sync 3 Mp3 Player Audio System Premium
Brand Speakers: Sony Siriusxm Am / Fm / Hd / Satellite Radio Radio Data System Speed Sensitive Audio Volume Control Total Number Of Speakers: 10 Intercooled Turbo Braking Assist Abs And Driveline Traction Control Stability Control With Anti-Roll Control Privacy Glass: Deep Painted Aluminum Rims Wheel Diameter: 18 Wheel Width: 7.5 Driver Knee Airbags Front Fog / Driving Lights Leather / Metal - Look Steering Wheel Trim Leather / Metal - Look Shift Knob Trim Piano Black Dash Trim Metal - Look Door Trim Piano Black Center Console Trim Roof Rails Video Monitor Location: Front Trip Computer External Temperature Display Tachometer Manufacturer's 0 - 60Mph Acceleration Time (Seconds): 8.9 S Auxilliary Transmission Cooler Power Remote Driver Mirror Adjustment Heated Driver Mirror Heated Passenger Mirror Electrochromatic Rearview Mirror Power Remote Passenger Mirror Adjustment Turn Signal In Mirrors Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Compass Driver And Passenger Heated - Cushion Driver And Passenger Heated - Seatback Audio Controls On Steering Wheel Power Liftgate 911 Assist Proximity Remote Trunk Release Front And Rear Reading Lights Anti-Theft Alarm System Leather Seat Upholstery Bucket Front Seats Split Rear Bench Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seats Rear Seats Center Armrest Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel Speed - Proportional
Electric Power Steering Suspension Class: Regular Interior Air Filtration Automatic Front Air Conditioning Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
Volvo bought the company recently and says it will become a separate
brand for high -
performance electric cars going forward.
According to Reuters, there was even mention by Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer of a possibility of the British automaker working directly with Faraday Future, providing its knowledge of
performance and refinement expertise to the new
brand, while benefiting from Faraday's
electric engineering endeavors.
While the new 2019 G70 might be the production car, it's an all -
electric performance Gran Turismo to which the responsibility to make Genesis a respected
brand falls.