Automotive Fleet
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Polestar Lists on Nasdaq, Closes Deal with Acquisition Company

EV company Polestar and Gores Guggenheim expect to raise $850 million. Polestar’s stock has now started trading on Nasdaq under “PSNY.”

Polestar Lists on Nasdaq, Closes Deal with Acquisition Company

Following Polestar’s merging with Gores Guggenheim, the EV company has started trading on Nasdaq. It will add three new premium electric cars to its portfolio by 2024.

Photo: Polestar

2 min to read


Swedish electric car company Polestar and Gores Guggenheim (GGPI), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), closed their merger deal on June 23.

The combined company will retain the Polestar name and will commence trading on the Nasdaq under the new ticker symbol “PSNY” on June 24.

Ad Loading...

The Nasdaq trading announcement comes after record YTD sales for the company, large interest in and orders for the Polestar 2, and growth in six new markets. Polestar will ring the opening bell at Nasdaq on June 28 to celebrate its debut as a publicly traded company.

“This is a hugely proud moment for the entire team at Polestar,” said Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar, in a news release. “We will now open a new chapter in our story that can be summarized in one word – growth. By 2025 we aim to be selling 290,000 cars per year, 10 times as many as we sold in 2021. We already have a real and successful business; this listing gives us the funds and platform to help deliver our ambitious future plans and drive industry-leading sustainability goals forward.”

The transaction with Gores Guggenheim is expected to raise at least $850 million in gross proceeds though a combination of a fully committed PIPE and cash held in trust, according to a Polestar news release. The cash held in trust accounts for a maximum 25% in preliminary redemption elections and assumes none of such preliminary redemption requests are withdrawn.

“To have limited redemptions in this challenging macro environment is an incredible feat and speaks to the strength of Polestar’s brand – as well as the high conviction our investors have in Polestar’s potential,” said Alec Gores, chairman of Gores Guggenheim. “We are proud of the momentum Polestar has built over the past several months and we look forward to the expected closing of our business combination this week.”

The meeting of GGPI stockholders and the meeting of the company’s warrant holders was held on June 22.

More Fleet Forward

keynote speaker photo of David Harkey
Fleet Forwardby StaffMay 1, 2026

IIHS Brings Commercial Vehicle Safety Analysis to 2026 Fleet Forward Conference Stage

IIHS President David Harkey will share early findings from new testing of delivery vans, pickups, and work trucks — and what the data means for fleet safety decisions.

Read More →
Image of a fleet manager with fleet on left, data on right of his face.
Fleet Forwardby Chris BrownMay 1, 2026

Fleet Manager or Data Strategist? You’re Both

The job hasn’t changed, but the expectations have. Do you have a plan on how to use AI to thrive?

Read More →
Automotive Fleet awards--fleet visionary, hall of fame, and fleet manager of the year call to nominations.
Fleet Forwardby Faith HowellApril 27, 2026

Nominations Are Open for the 2026 Awards!

The Hall of Fame, Visionary, and Fleet Manager of the Year award nominations are officially live. Don't miss your chance to recognize someone deserving.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Automotive Fleet Fleet Manager of the Year 1985 winner Jack Lamb
Fleet Forwardby StaffApril 24, 2026

Fleet Manager of the Year Winners Over the Years

The Edward J. Bobit Fleet Manager of the Year award honors commercial fleet managers whose leadership, innovation, and business acumen have advanced the profession.

Read More →
VMS Virtual Fleet Manager graphic showing a central AI chip connected to vehicle data, diagnostics, and system workflows across a fleet management platform.
Fleet Forwardby News/Media ReleaseApril 22, 2026

Vehicle Management Systems Introduces Virtual Fleet Manager

VMS recently launched an AI-first fleet platform that streamlines system design, organizes data, and supports decision-making.

Read More →
Person using stylus on tablet with dashboard charts, illustrating LightMetrics AI system that filters driver safety alerts to reduce false positives for fleet managers.
Fleet Forwardby News/Media ReleaseApril 21, 2026

LightMetrics Launches Cloud AI Layer to Reduce False Driver Safety Alerts

New FP platform filters dashcam alerts before they reach fleet managers, aiming to cut false positives, improve trust, and streamline safety coaching.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Graphic promoting 2026 nominations for the Automotive Fleet Manager of the Year Award, featuring a badge and a photo of the 2025 winner receiving the honor on stage.
Fleet Forwardby StaffApril 10, 2026

Call for Nominations: 2026 Fleet Manager of the Year Award

Nominations are now open for one of the fleet industry’s most prestigious honors—the Edward J. Bobit Professional Fleet Manager of the Year Award. Recognizing leaders who drive innovation, safety, and measurable impact, this award celebrates the very best in fleet management.

Read More →
AF Weekly News recap thumbnail represents a series.
Fleet Forwardby Faith HowellMarch 13, 2026

Is AI About to Change How Fleets Manage Vehicles? | AF News Recap

In this recap, host Faith Howell covers the top news released at Work Truck Week 2026.

Read More →
A graphic with two women looking at a computer screen represents the celebration of International Women's Day on March 8 for fleet leaders.
Fleet Forwardby Faith HowellMarch 9, 2026

Women in Fleet Reflect on Leadership and Industry Change

Kathryn Schifferle and Lori Olson discuss how technology, mentorship, and collaboration are shaping today’s fleet landscape.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
A woman in a blue shirt and apron stands in an automotive suite with her arms crossed.
Fleet Forwardby News/Media ReleaseMarch 6, 2026

The Hourglass Foundation Debuts New Scholarship Program

The Hourglass Foundation has launched a $60,000 program dedicated to supporting future technicians in the workforce.

Read More →