Polestar is doubling down on its commitment to continuous improvement, announcing a significant hardware upgrade for its Polestar 3 electric SUV. Just months after delivering the first customer vehicles, Polestar is already rolling out its ninth over-the-air (OTA) software update for the Polestar 3, and over 30 OTA updates across its entire model range since the Polestar 2 launched in 2020. This latest update brings exciting new features, while a future hardware upgrade promises even greater performance.
The newest OTA software update for the Polestar 3, Europe’s first software-defined vehicle, introduces walk-away locking and digital key functionality for compatible devices. The Polestar digital key allows users to unlock, lock, and even start their vehicle using their smartphone, without even taking it out of their pocket. This convenient feature is also cross-platform compatible, adding even more flexibility.
“With our over-the-air updates we can continue to make our cars better over time,” says Michael Lohscheller, Polestar CEO. “With the latest updates for Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 we’ve done just that. Our customers asked for digital key functionality, and so we delivered, and we’ll continue to add value for our customers over the lifetime of their cars.”
OTA updates from Polestar go beyond just new apps and features. They can also include improvements to driving dynamics and active safety systems. The Polestar 3’s centralized core computing system allows for more comprehensive and impactful updates.
Looking ahead to model year 2026, the Polestar 3 will ship with an upgraded NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin processor, a significant leap in computing power from the current DRIVE AGX Xavier. In an unprecedented move, Polestar will offer this hardware upgrade free of charge to all existing Polestar 3 customers.
“Polestar 3, the first software-defined vehicle from Europe, gets even more brain power,” continues Lohscheller. “The ability to upgrade the hardware of our cars when new technologies become available is the perfect demonstration of our commitment to deliver the very best ownership experience to our customers. With the Orin processor upgrade, the already outstanding Polestar 3 gets even better.”
This complimentary hardware swap will be performed at authorized Polestar service centers. Customers will be contacted when the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin processor becomes available for installation.
In other exciting news, Polestar, alongside Volvo, will be among the first to launch Google’s Car Ready Mobile Apps program. This program makes it easier for developers to bring their large-screen optimized mobile apps to car screens. Polestar drivers will soon have access to dozens of new apps while parked, including popular titles like Farm Heroes Saga and F1 TV. These apps are already live in the Google Play Store on Polestar 2, with Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 support planned for later this year.
Summary:
- Polestar 3 receives ninth OTA software update.
- Digital key and walk-away locking features added.
- Complimentary hardware upgrade to NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin processor for all existing Polestar 3 customers.
- Polestar to be among the first to launch Google’s Car Ready Mobile Apps program.
- New apps, including Farm Heroes Saga and F1 TV, now available on Polestar 2.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for general knowledge and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as an endorsement or recommendation for any specific vehicle or software. All details and specifications should be verified with the manufacturer.
Source: Polestar
This article was crafted with assistance from Gemini
