Polestar Precept: From Concept to Car

There’s peeking behind the curtain. And then there’s having an all-access backstage pass.

Une esquisse de la Polestar Precept.

The former provides a momentary look at what actually happens behind the scenes. A glimpse of the activity, the work, and the hustle and bustle of many people working on something big.

The latter takes a deep dive into every detail, giving an unfiltered, unobstructed look at the entire process, warts and all.

“Polestar Precept: From Concept to Car" is a documentary series on Polestar Precept, from the first idea to the finished product, covering every step of the journey. From pencil sketch to clay model. From the design studio to the road. From contentious arguments over tiny components to celebrating breakthroughs as a team.

This series is an all-access backstage pass, providing an unprecedented look into just what’s involved in the design, production, and release of a car.

See the trailer here.

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Polestar Precept: From concept to car, episode 9

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When in Rovaniemi

Do as the locals do. Words of wisdom that any seasoned traveller is familiar with. They don’t just govern behavior, however. They speak to the importance of having an open mind, embracing new customs, and adapting to one’s surroundings. There are equivalents in all languages. In English, one is told that “when in Rome, do as the Romans do”. It counts for the Italian capital, just as it counts for northern Finland. Which is exactly where we headed this winter.