Polestar is doubling down on its tech-forward identity. The Swedish EV brand has announced that Google Gemini—Google’s next-generation AI voice assistant—will be integrated into every Polestar from the Polestar 2 onward, thanks to a future over-the-air update. And to show the world what’s coming, Polestar is giving a first look inside the upcoming Polestar 5 at Slush, one of Europe’s biggest tech gatherings.

“We continue to evolve the digital experience in our cars,” says Sid Odedra, Polestar’s Head of UI/UX. “Gemini brings the next generation of AI voice interaction into the car, and we’re excited to give a first look at how it will enhance the driving experience.”

Gemini replaces Google Assistant outright, but it’s not just a facelift. It’s built on generative AI, meaning the assistant can do more than simple commands. Drivers can hold natural conversations, ask follow-up questions, or even brainstorm ideas aloud using Gemini Live—all triggered with a casual, “Hey Google, let’s talk.” It’s a step that moves in-car voice control from functional to surprisingly intuitive.

Google’s Director of Product Management, Haris Ramic, adds: “We have collaborated with Polestar for years on bringing innovative technology to connected cars. We’re excited to bring Gemini to Polestar 5 and showcase it at the Slush conference.”

Slush 2025, held November 19–20 in Helsinki, will see Polestar and Google exhibiting side-by-side, with the Polestar 5 serving as the star demo unit for Gemini. Visitors will be able to climb in and experience the AI assistant firsthand.

As for customers? Gemini begins rolling out in 2026, starting with U.S. English. The update will land in current Polestar cars via Google’s update pipeline, reinforcing Polestar’s pitch as an EV brand where software matters as much as hardware.

If the preview lives up to the promise, Polestar drivers may soon find their EVs aren’t just smart—they’re conversational.

Source: Polestar