# Snow-Ready Electric Cars The Polestar 'Article Circle' is a Newly Unveiled Winterized Prototype By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-02-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/article-circle References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/cars/polestar-2-arctic-circle-concept) & [polestar](https://www.polestar.com/us/)  Polestar has launched a special edition of the [Polestar 2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bst-edition-270) called the 'Article Circle,' which debuted with a video featuring the new car trekking through an ice and snow-covered landscape. The new one-off car and promotional video are being used by the brand to highlight the possibilities of creating an everyday Polestar model fitted with various cold-weather upgrades. In particular, the 'Article Cricle' model comes equipped with a 1.18" raised ride height, a boost in performance with 469 hp and 502 lb-ft of torque, tuned three-way [Öhlins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allebike-elize-polestar-engineered) dampers, bespoke 19" [studded winter tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michelin-xice-snow-tires), rear and front strut braces, a new launch control system, and even a fiber snow shovel. In addition, the vehicle features Stedi Quad Pro LED front lights and a carbon fiber skid plate. Image Credit: Polestar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Winterized Electric Cars:** Polestar's 'Article Circle' prototype showcases the potential for an electric car specifically designed for harsh winter conditions. - **Cold-weather Upgrades:** There is an opportunity for car manufacturers to offer additional cold-weather upgrades to improve winter driving performance and safety. - **Off-road Electric Vehicles:** Electric car makers can explore the potential of producing electric vehicles specifically built for off-road terrains. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can leverage the trend towards winterized electric cars by offering more cold-weather upgrades for electric models. - **Outdoor Recreation Industry:** Companies in the outdoor recreation industry can explore opportunities to offer winter sport enthusiasts electric vehicles designed for harsh winter conditions. - **Electric Power Industry:** The electric power industry can promote the transition to electric cars and winterized electric cars as a way to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Race-Ready Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bst-edition-270.md) - [Snow-Constructed Car Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-snow-space.md) - [Iced Car Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-car-showroom.md) - [Redesigned Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-polestar-2.md) - [516 HP All-Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-suv.md) - [Arctic Edition Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-ariya-pole-expedition-ev.md) - [Weatherized Winter Concept Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-snow-speedium.md) - [Ultra-Fast Production Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-4-1.md) - [Safety-Centric Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safetycentric-electric-suv.md)