Polestar to Exit U.S. Market Beginning with 2027 Model Year
Polestar will no longer be able to sell new model-year 2027 vehicles in the United States after the U.S. Department of Commerce denied the company's authorization under the Connected Vehicle Rule. While Polestar will continue selling its existing inventory of Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 models and support current customers, future products—including the Polestar 5, the next-generation Polestar 2, and the Polestar 7 SUV—will not be available in the U.S. The decision highlights the expanding impact of federal regulations governing connected vehicle technology, which apply regardless of where a vehicle is assembled.
The ruling serves as another reminder that geopolitical and regulatory factors are becoming an increasingly important part of fleet vehicle planning. Organizations considering EV adoption should be aware that manufacturer availability can change quickly due to trade and technology policies, not just production or demand. While Volvo received approval to continue selling connected vehicles in the U.S., Polestar did not, underscoring the importance of evaluating long-term product availability and manufacturer stability when developing future acquisition strategies.
Toyota Corolla Gas Sold Out for 2027 Model Year
Toyota has officially sold out of the 2027 Corolla Gas, closing order availability for the model after strong demand throughout the ordering cycle. The sellout reflects continued interest in affordable, fuel-efficient sedans despite a market increasingly dominated by SUVs and crossovers. Toyota also recognized the efforts of its sales and ordering teams in achieving another successful model-year launch.
Inflation Eases, but Higher Financing Costs Continue to Shape Fleet Decisions
June brought encouraging inflation news as both the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) declined for the first time since last summer, largely due to falling energy prices. Gasoline costs dropped sharply, helping ease overall inflation, while new-vehicle prices, used-vehicle values, and auto parts pricing remained relatively stable. Automotive retail sales also strengthened during the month, signaling continued consumer demand even as the broader economy showed signs of moderating.