Polestar posts record first-quarter sales as network expands

Polestar has reported its highest-ever first-quarter retail sales, delivering 13,126 vehicles globally in Q1 2026.

The result represents a 7% increase on the same period last year, when the company sold 12,263 vehicles.

Polestar chief executive Michael Lohscheller says the performance builds on a strong 2025.

“Following a record 2025, we’ve delivered our highest-ever first-quarter retail sales figure of 13,126 cars.

“Growth compared to the first quarter last year totalled 7%, with a strong performance in key markets such as Australia, Germany, Sweden, South Korea and the UK, testament to the hard work of our teams and our established brand position,” he says.

“Our performance in the first quarter has shown resilience, with market conditions becoming more challenging, amid ongoing geopolitical developments.”

The company also expanded its global retail footprint, with 230 sales points in operation at the end of the quarter, up from 154 a year earlier — a 50% increase.

Polestar says it expects to continue expanding its retail network, targeting around 250 sales points globally by the end of 2026.