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Polestar (PSNY) taps Volvo markets head for board seat

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Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC (PSNY) announced a Board of Directors change, appointing Arek Nowinski, currently Head of Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific at Volvo Cars, to its board. He replaces Francesca Gamboni, who has chosen to retire from the Polestar board.

The company describes a product line-up of four models (Polestar 2, 3, 4 and 5) and planned future models including a Polestar 4 new variant in late 2026, a Polestar 2 successor in early 2027, Polestar 7 in 2028 and the Polestar 6 roadster. Polestar’s cars are available in 31 markets across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, with manufacturing on two continents and plans for production of Polestar 7 in Europe. Polestar states climate ambitions to halve per-vehicle-sold greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and to become climate-neutral across its value chain by 2040.

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Global markets 31 markets Number of markets where Polestar’s cars are available globally
Current model line-up 4 models Polestar 2, Polestar 3, Polestar 4 and Polestar 5 in the line-up
Planned Polestar 4 new variant timing last quarter of 2026 Introduction of a new variant of Polestar 4
Planned Polestar 2 successor timing early in 2027 Launch timing for Polestar 2 successor
Planned Polestar 7 timing 2028 Introduction of the Polestar 7 compact SUV
Greenhouse gas reduction target halve emissions by 2030 per-vehicle-sold Stated climate target for greenhouse gas emissions per vehicle sold
Climate-neutral target year 2040 Target year to become climate-neutral across the value chain
Manufacturing continents 2 continents Vehicle manufacturing currently in North America and Asia
Board of Directors regulatory
"Polestar announces the appointment of Arek Nowinski to its Board of Directors."
The Board of Directors is a group of people chosen by a company's owners to help make big decisions and oversee how the company is run. They act like a team of advisors or managers, making sure the company stays on track and meets its goals. Their choices can influence the company's success and how it grows.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This press release contains statements that are not historical facts, but rather forward-looking statements"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
climate-neutral financial
"become climate-neutral across its value chain by 2040"
Climate-neutral means an entity balances the greenhouse gases it emits by cutting emissions and using credible methods to remove or offset any remaining emissions, so its overall contribution to atmospheric warming is effectively zero. For investors this signals lower exposure to carbon-related fines, shifting regulations and consumer backlash—like a company showing a balanced budget for its climate impact—though investors should check how reductions and offsets are verified to avoid misleading claims.
greenhouse gas emissions financial
"halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 per-vehicle-sold"
Greenhouse gas emissions are the gases a company releases into the air—like carbon dioxide or methane—that trap heat in the atmosphere and contribute to global warming. For investors, these emissions matter because they can lead to higher regulatory costs, fines, shifting consumer preferences, and physical risks (like supply-chain disruptions), or create opportunities in low-carbon products; think of emissions as a company’s climate footprint that can affect future profits and value.
value chain financial
"become climate-neutral across its value chain by 2040"
A value chain is the sequence of activities a company performs to create and deliver a product or service, from sourcing materials and manufacturing to distribution, sales and after‑sales support. For investors it reveals where costs, bottlenecks and competitive advantages live—think of it like a relay race where each handoff affects speed, quality and profit potential, so small improvements or disruptions can change a company’s returns.

FAQ

What board change did Polestar (PSNY) announce in this Form 6-K?

Polestar announced that Arek Nowinski has been appointed to its Board of Directors, replacing Francesca Gamboni, who has chosen to retire from the Polestar Board of Directors.

Who is Arek Nowinski, the new Polestar (PSNY) board member?

Arek Nowinski is Head of Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific at Volvo Cars. He previously served as President of Volvo Cars Poland, Senior Vice President of Volvo Cars EMEA and President of Volvo Cars International Markets, and holds finance degrees from universities in Derby and Warsaw.

How many markets does Polestar (PSNY) currently serve?

Polestar states that its cars are available in 31 markets globally across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

What models and planned vehicles does Polestar (PSNY) highlight?

Polestar lists four models in its line-up: Polestar 2, Polestar 3, Polestar 4 and Polestar 5. Planned models include a Polestar 4 new variant in late 2026, a Polestar 2 successor early in 2027, Polestar 7 in 2028 and the Polestar 6 roadster.

What sustainability targets does Polestar (PSNY) describe?

Polestar states an ambition to halve greenhouse gas emissions per vehicle sold by 2030 and to become climate-neutral across its value chain by 2040, as part of a sustainability strategy covering Climate, Transparency, Circularity and Inclusion.

Where does Polestar (PSNY) manufacture its vehicles and what are future plans?

Polestar reports that its vehicles are currently manufactured on two continents, North America and Asia. It adds that production of Polestar 7 is planned in Europe, further diversifying its manufacturing footprint.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 6-K 

 

 

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the month of August 2026

 

Commission File Number: 001-41431

 

 

Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC

 

 

Assar Gabrielssons Väg 9

405 31 Göteborg, Sweden

(Address of principal executive office)

 

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F. 

 

Form 20-F  x               Form 40-F  ¨

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1):  ¨

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7): ¨

 

 

 

 

 

 

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS REPORT ON FORM 6-K 

 

On August 26, 2026, Polestar issued a press release describing certain changes to its Board of Directors. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

 

Exhibit 99.1 to this Report on Form 6-K shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act.

 

 

 

 

EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit No.   Description of Exhibit
   
99.1   Press Release of Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC, dated August 26, 2026.

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

  POLESTAR AUTOMOTIVE HOLDING UK PLC
     
Date: August 27, 2026 By: /s/ Michael Lohscheller  
  Name: Michael Lohscheller
  Title: Chief Executive Officer
     
Date: August 27, 2026 By: /s/ Jean-François Mady
  Name: Jean-François Mady
  Title: Chief Financial Officer

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

Polestar

 

Polestar announces change to Board of Directors

 

GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN – 26 August 2026. Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) announces the appointment of Arek Nowinski to its Board of Directors. Arek is currently Head of Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific at Volvo Cars and has held several other senior sales leadership positions during his career. He holds an MSc in International Finance from the University of Derby and an MA in Finance and Banking from the Warsaw School of Economics.

 

Arek replaces Francesca Gamboni, who has chosen to retire from the Polestar Board of Directors.

 

Winfried Vahland, Polestar Chair, says: “I would like to thank Francesca for her excellent contribution to the work of the Board. I’m also pleased to welcome Arek, who brings significant commercial expertise and experience, as Polestar enters a phase of model expansion and sales network development across existing and new markets.”

 

Ends.

 

Contacts

Theo Kjellberg

Head of Corporate Communication

theo.kjellberg@polestar.com

 

Anna Gavrilova

Head of Investor Relations

anna.gavrilova@polestar.com

 

 

 

 

About Arek Nowinski

Arek is currently Head of Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific at Volvo Cars. Previously, he was President of Volvo Cars Poland, as well as Senior Vice President of Volvo Cars EMEA and President of Volvo Cars International Markets. He holds degrees from both the University of Derby and the Warsaw School of Economics.

 

About Polestar

Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) is the Swedish electric performance car brand with a focus on uncompromised design and innovation, and the ambition to accelerate the change towards a sustainable future. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, its cars are available in 31 markets globally across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

 

Polestar has four models in its line-up: Polestar 2, Polestar 3, Polestar 4, and Polestar 5. Planned models include Polestar 4 new variant (to be introduced in the last quarter of 2026), Polestar 2 successor (to be launched early in 2027), Polestar 7 compact SUV (to be introduced in 2028) and the Polestar 6 roadster. With its vehicles currently manufactured on two continents, North America and Asia, Polestar is diversifying its manufacturing footprint further, with production of Polestar 7 planned in Europe.

 

Polestar has an unwavering commitment to sustainability and has set an ambitious roadmap to reach its climate targets: halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 per-vehicle-sold and become climate-neutral across its value chain by 2040. Polestar’s comprehensive sustainability strategy covers the four areas of Climate, Transparency, Circularity, and Inclusion.

 

 

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains statements that are not historical facts, but rather forward-looking statements within the meaning of Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include those that address activities, events or developments that Polestar or its management believes or anticipates may occur in the future. All forward-looking statements are based upon, as applicable, our current expectations, various assumptions and data available from third parties. Our expectations and assumptions are expressed in good faith and we believe there is a reasonable basis for them. However, there can be no assurance that such forward-looking statements will materialize or prove to be correct as forward-looking statements are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual future results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the future results, performance or achievements expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Numerous risks, uncertainties and other factors may cause actual results to differ materially from those set out in the forward-looking statements, including those risks and uncertainties set forth in the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in Polestar’s Form 20-F, and other documents filed, or to be filed, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission by Polestar. For any forward-looking statements contained in this or any other document, we claim the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and we assume no obligation to update publicly or revise any such statements in light of new information or future events, except as required by law.

 

 

 

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