Mike H drives a Polestar 2 Single Motor Pilot Plus 2022 electric car. 

This is Mike’s second electric car, he’s owned the Polestar 2 from new and drives between 40,000-50,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 10,000-20,000 miles and he achieves 220 miles range from a full charge.

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Why did you choose this electric car?

It’s a great looking car designed by a guy who went to the London School of Art. It’s really well put together, it’s quick and handles very well. It’s a quality motor and is really easy to live with. It reminds me of a SAAB, Swedes know about style and command comfort!

Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car.

• Quality build
• stylish
• it’s quick
• easy to live with
• the interior is really nice
• the stereo is good
• the infotainment system is easy to use and quick.

Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car.

• Bit of torque steer otherwise I can’t think of anything negative.

Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?

None

What are the standout tech features of the car?

• Matrix lights
• passive safety like the anti-collision
• the all round cameras.

Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car.

The designer Thomas Ingenlath went to the London School of Art .

What electric car are you interested in next and why?

The Dual Motor Polestar 2 – more powerful and 4 wheel drive.

What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

Pod Point

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What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

It’s reliable

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What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?

• IONITY – fast and reliable
• InstaVolt – plentiful and usually reliable.

List your top 3 favourite public charging networks (in order of preference).

• IONITY
• InstaVolt
• Shell Recharge.

Who do you insure your electric car with? Would you recommend them to others and why?

LV

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Estimate how much money you save per month owning and running an electric car compared to a petrol/diesel car.

£250

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