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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Polestar Owners Face Uncertainty After U.S. Market Exit
Caption: Polestar Owners Face Uncertainty After U.S. Market Exit. Polestar’s decision to withdraw from the U.S. has left thousands of owners and dealers uncertain about the future, despite the company's assurances that warranties and service will continue. The electric vehicle maker, which is majority-owned by China's Geely, is ending U.S. sales from 2027 after federal regulators denied it authorization under rules restricting Chinese software. Owners say they are worried about long-term service, software updates and the resale value of their cars, arguing they have been left to bear the consequences of the company's forced exit. Dealers also face uncertainty because they remain legally responsible for honouring warranties, servicing leased vehicles and supporting customers even as new vehicle sales come to an end. Polestar says existing customers will continue to receive the same level of support and that warranties will remain in effect under their current terms. The situation is unprecedented because the company is not going bankrupt but is instead leaving the U.S. due to regulatory restrictions tied to national security concerns. Some dealers expect steep discounts on remaining inventory to attract buyers, while others may close locations, potentially leaving customers farther from authorized service centres. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Motoring,Polestar,United States,market,withdrawal,exit,restrictions,Chinese-linked technology,warranty,customers,dealers,uncertainty,service,software,Sweden,China,electric cars,manufacturer,future
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