“One of the most complete electric cars money can buy.” - Top Gear
The Genesis of Polestar: A Legacy of Innovation and Excellence
Born from the high-performance division of Volvo, Polestar stands as a beacon of automotive innovation and Swedish engineering excellence. With over 90 years of heritage from Volvo – a brand revered for safety and reliability – Polestar carries forward this esteemed legacy into a new era of automotive design and technology.
Volvo's Groundbreaking Innovations
Volvo’s journey, marked by groundbreaking achievements, set the stage for Polestar’s inception. Most notably, in 1959, Volvo introduced the world’s first three-point seatbelt, a safety revolution that became a global standard, saving countless lives. This ethos of innovation for the greater good is deeply ingrained in Polestar’s DNA.
Polestar's Emergence and Evolution
Polestar’s story began as Volvo’s performance project, transforming Volvo cars with enhanced power and handling. In 2015, this successful partnership evolved, as Polestar became a separate entity, focusing on high-performance electric vehicles. This shift marked a new chapter, combining Volvo’s safety and quality with a fresh, electrified vision.
Benefits of driving Uber with the Polestar 2
With its futuristic design, eco-friendly build and state-of-the-art technology – the Polestar 2 will elevate the rider experience and make driving a dream. Here are just some of the benefits when driving Uber with the Polestar 2:
Increased earning potentials thanks to Uber’s EV fee reduction scheme
Higher earning potential with Uber Premier and Uber Comfort
Reduced downtime services only required every 30,000km
Reduced running costs – no hefty fuel expenses
Making an essential step toward carbon emission reduction
Polestar 2 on the road
Uber driver and long-time Splend member, Anthony, recently took the plunge and upgraded to a Polestar 2 from his Toyota Camry Hybrid. From the lower running costs to the increased earnings and driver experience – he says it’s one of the best decisions he ever made.
“As much as I loved my Camry, I needed something different. I had already been contemplating EVs for a few years, and after speaking to the Customer Specialists at Splend and seeing the Polestar 2, I just fell in love with it.”
Charging made easy
Charing an EV has never been easier! The ideal situation is to install a home charger, that’s why we’ve partnered with JET Charge to bring you an affordable at home charging solution, starting from $33/month plus installation.
Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor
Electric car
2022 model
From $419 per week
Flexi own
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Electric car
2022 model
From $479 per week
Flexi own
Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor
Electric car
2022 model
From $419 per week
Used Car Flexi Own
What its like to go electric according to an Uber driver
As a rideshare driver, it’s essential that you drive a car which enhances your career. One of the first customers who took the plunge was Anthony, here's what he had to say about what its like to go fully electric with the Polestar 2 Read his story
10 myths busted about driving an EV for Uber
If you’re still on the fence about whether an electric car is really worth it, we’re here to bust a few common misconceptions about what it means to live with one, especially as a rideshare driver. Read our blog
4 reasons to switch to an EV
Owning and driving an electric vehicle is actually a smart idea, especially in 2023. Here are a few reasons why you should consider an EV. Find out why
Top EV charging apps in Australia
There’s never been a better time to switch to an electric vehicle. Australia is in the middle of developing a comprehensive network of public charging stations so you never need to worry about running out of charge. Here are the most popular EV charging apps in Australia. Read now
Gurinder
Our first member to take full ownership of his car, Gurinder was completely new to Uber when he chose our Flexi own plan. He went with Splend because he found our services “very easy to use” and the team helped him gather all the paperwork and get started with Uber. Read his story
Olu
An extremely bright and talented young man, Olu is living the dream playing the trumpet in his band, and he drives to earn money whenever he has some time to kill. We met Olu thanks to his friend – also a musician and Splend member – who’s put in a good word for us through our referral program. Read his story
Graham
Graham picked up on-demand driving after his nursing career was cut short because of an accident. Not one to hide away from a bold move, he saw this as an opportunity to rebrand himself and along came #thebestuberever. Graham has now decked out his car with 1,000 LED lights, lollies, and more. Read his story
Vishal
Vishal is not only a full-time Uber driver, but also a law student, father, and husband. He was considering buying a car but ended up choosing our Flexi plan. Vishal was glad not to be locked into a contract for years and that he didn’t need to pay a large down payment, and he particularly enjoyed that he was able to pause his payments during his 7-month trip to India. Read his story
Elle
Ellie has built a reputation amongst passengers for being the Party Uber driver! Ellie dresses up her new Splend car to ensure she provides every passenger with an unforgettable experience. Find out how Splend helped Ellie get on the road with Uber.
Huss
Huss has the most 5-star passenger comments of any Uber driver in the world! He was recently presented an award by the head of operations for Uber Australia. Hear how Splend has helped Huss on his Uber journey.