Confirming the appointments, Steve Plunkett, Volvo and Polestar's body and paint programme development manager, said: "Polestar is now firmly established here in the UK. It's a brand that is growing at a phenomenal pace and we are having to effectively play catch up by providing owners with a network of approved repairers who meet the demands and requirements laid out by years of service to motorists by Volvo.
Steve added: "Since being appointed as one of our Volvo repairers three years ago, Fix Auto Dagenham has, as you'd expect, met every requirement we demand and excelled as one of our official repairers."
Peter Weddle, Director of Fix Auto Blackburn, said: "Electric vehicles are the future for the industry and we are already seeing a steady increase in the number of EV's coming into our bodyshop. We have invested heavily over the last 12 months to ensure we are equipped and trained to repair Polestars and other EV's safely and efficiently."
Paul Cunningham, Commercial Director at Fix Auto Dagenham added: "Our industry is developing at such a frenetic pace that, some say, hasn't been experienced in decades and that is mainly down to the explosion of EVs. We simply cannot afford to stand still and ignore their presence on roads. Polestar has undoubtedly emerged as a leading premium brand in this area. Being appointed as one of the company's first official repairers is a privilege."