Hahah we're slowly arriving at the truth here! Honestly corporate consolidation is kinda crappy imo.
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Polestar 2 Software Update Brings Wave of New Apple CarPlay Features
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Volvos that run AAOS are also getting these updates.This is such great news for the half-dozen or so people who have one.
Volvos are manufactured mostly in Sweden (I’ve been on a factory tour) and the United States. I believe all their EX models are solely US built for the foreseeable future
This could probably be done in many modern cars… but hardly any automakers care about post-sales support. It’s a sad state for the automotive industry. Personally, I would even pay for updates to keep my car on the latest tech. But… most people outside here wouldn’t care.
Volvo also manufacture XC40, XC60 and XC90's in Chengdu, China. BMW also manufacture models like their all electric iX3 in China as it makes sense from a battery sourcing perspective. This isn't a bad thing though, as it keeps costs down for consumers.
It sounds better than in practical use. It is typically too small of a place to see anything meaningful up ahead.
Charging of course 😉Why are they only on street corners? Is no one actually driving them?
Its still Volvo and BMW quality though much like our iPhone's are still quality products despite being manufactured there. The stigma about American built cars is becoming a thing of the past too, yet so many people still won't touch them. A lot of Tesla Model 3's for the European market are made in China and its becoming harder to find EV's with parts and builds that do not originate there.
Technically, not any more. Polestar was the optional performance and tech arm of Volvo but they’ve split up (still owned by the same Chinese parent company). The Polestar 3 is being developed in Volvo’s US South Carolina (IIRC) plant alongside the all electric EX90.
It is being built there for the US market, Polestar's second biggest sales market outside of China. Development in regards to design is primarily done here in the UK though as Polestar's main R&D facility is at MIRA Technology Park. It is located there due to its strong links withn the motorsports sector. I saw what was clearly a Polestar 3 in camouflage here in Wales last year.
I don't think it's a matter of the place (the instrument cluster display) being too small. It's that you still have to glance down to see it, though it's safer than having to gaze to your right to look at a center-mounted screen. Anything that takes the driver's attention away from the road increases the risk, even if only slightly.
Showing nav directions and other information on a head up display is better, though not many vehicles do that yet. This will improve as AR features are added to the HUD, but it will take some time.
Wish VW would do this.. At least I can my upcoming turn or direction in the center display behind the wheel
There was an in-person event here in Denver a few weeks ago but I missed it because I was sick 👎🏼 Unfortunately, it didn’t stick around long enough that I was able to see it in person.
I’ve had my Polestar 2 for a bit over a month now after being a lifelong VW owner (last one being MK7.5 Golf R) and although I loved the R, the Polestar is surprisingly fun to drive and it still brings a smile to my face when I smash my foot down on the accelerator!
So nice to see the after purchase software updates that actually add functionality. The funny thing is there the Android Automotive system offers a better experience with an iOS device vs Android because CarPlay.
Now, if only Polestar would release the OTA update in North America! Only Europe has seen it so far.
So nice to see the after purchase software updates that actually add functionality. The funny thing is there the Android Automotive system offers a better experience with an iOS device vs Android because CarPlay.
Now, if only Polestar would release the OTA update in North America! Only Europe has seen it so far.
I've had my long range dual motor Polestar 2 for 1.5 years now, and I absolutely love it.
Minimalist, Scandinavian design inside and out.
Driving dynamics are so fun, the thing handles so well.
Didn't have to deal with dealerships, as you purchase your car on the website (no dealer markups, no BS), direct to consumer.
It's also a hatch, so love the functionality of it as well. Ground clearance is pretty good at 5.9inches (actually more than a Mach E).
And for those that love OPD (one pedal drive), it has the strongest one in the business, and brake calibration/integration is also the best in the business.
I was so waiting for CarPlay to arrive a few OTA updates ago, but honestly i rarely use it. the car's integration with AAOS is so good that i prefer the system's native OS. 'Hey Google' works so much better than SIRI, and is so well integrated into the car's system. Not to mention google maps gives an excellent range estimate on destinations, and % left on return.
I might give it a go after OTA 2.9, now that the maps display is in the driver information display behind the steering wheel, but really happy with AAOS.
Minimalist, Scandinavian design inside and out.
Driving dynamics are so fun, the thing handles so well.
Didn't have to deal with dealerships, as you purchase your car on the website (no dealer markups, no BS), direct to consumer.
It's also a hatch, so love the functionality of it as well. Ground clearance is pretty good at 5.9inches (actually more than a Mach E).
And for those that love OPD (one pedal drive), it has the strongest one in the business, and brake calibration/integration is also the best in the business.
I was so waiting for CarPlay to arrive a few OTA updates ago, but honestly i rarely use it. the car's integration with AAOS is so good that i prefer the system's native OS. 'Hey Google' works so much better than SIRI, and is so well integrated into the car's system. Not to mention google maps gives an excellent range estimate on destinations, and % left on return.
I might give it a go after OTA 2.9, now that the maps display is in the driver information display behind the steering wheel, but really happy with AAOS.
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