Swedish EV maker Polestar has announced that Michael Lohscheller has been appointed as new CEO.

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It comes as Thomas Ingenlath, who has served as CEO since Polestar’s inception, has resigned.

Mr Lohscheller’s role will be effective as of 1 October 2024.

Polestar, which is owned by China’s Geely, builds its 4 model cars in Geely-run plants and do not operate on Volvo’s platform.

Winfried Vahland, Polestar’s incoming Chairman, said: “Michael Lohscheller is the ideal leader to guide Polestar into its next chapter.”

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Michael Lohscheller said: “I look forward to working with the talented team to build on this strong foundation and accelerate our development.”

He has previously served as CEO of Stellantis-owned Opel, Vietnamese EV maker VinFast, and Nikola.

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