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.”
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.
