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Polestar told to stop selling cars in the U.S. due to Chinese ownership
By Scott Budman at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Polestar has been told to stop selling cars in the United States because it’s primarily owned by a Chinese company.
The U.S. Department of Commerce, citing security concerns, said the electric car maker, originally launched by Volvo but majority owned by a Chinese company, can no longer sell m...
Key takeaway Cybersecurity expert Michelle Dennedy said the crackdown is not all that different from the controversy over TikTok’s Chinese ownership.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The decision to stop Polestar from selling cars in the US due to its Chinese ownership has significant implications for the San Francisco Bay Area, where many residents are eager to adopt electric vehicles. With the region's high cost of living and congested roads, affordable and attractive electric cars like those offered by Polestar are in high demand. The crackdown on Polestar's sales may limit options for local consumers and could potentially drive up prices for alternative electric vehicles. As Volvo plans to manufacture the Polestar 3 in South Carolina, it will be worth watching whether this strategy allows the company to bypass the new rule and continue selling cars in the US, including in the Bay Area market. The impact of this decision on local car buyers and the broader electric vehicle market in San Francisco will be closely monitored in the coming months.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Polestar has been told to stop selling cars in the United States because it’s primarily owned by a Chinese company.
The U.S. Department of Commerce, citing security concerns, said the electric car maker, originally launched by Volvo but majority owned by a Chinese company, can no longer sell m...
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