In the latest Beyond the Road episode, Polestar takes viewers to Australia’s Kangaroo Island, where journalist and environmentalist Stan Gorton is leading the charge in sustainable living with his Polestar 2.
Known for its rugged beauty and close-knit community, Kangaroo Island is a haven for wildlife and nature lovers. With his dog Twiggy by his side, Stan embodies a lifestyle that harmonizes with nature, from solar-powered homes to vegetable gardens, beekeeping, and now, electric vehicles.
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After relocating from mainland Australia, Stan quickly became a beloved figure in the island’s small community, taking up a role at The Islander newspaper and advocating for the environment.
Living “off-grid” on this remote island, he was drawn to the Polestar 2 not only for its sleek design and capabilities but also for the brand’s commitment to sustainability. Stan’s transition to electric driving aligns perfectly with his goal to reduce his carbon footprint and help protect Kangaroo Island’s unique ecosystem.
Driving his Polestar 2 through Kangaroo Island’s scenic roads has become a passion for Stan, and he takes advantage of any opportunity to road trip across Australia, recently even becoming the first to circumnavigate the country in a Polestar.
He shares that planning EV road trips is simpler than most people think, with more charging stations, like the solar-powered one at Nullarbor Roadhouse, making Australia’s remote regions accessible to electric vehicles.
Stan’s commitment to electric driving reflects his broader vision of sustainable living on Kangaroo Island. Charging his Polestar with 100% solar power, he exemplifies how the community can embrace renewable energy, reduce emissions, and protect their beautiful natural surroundings.
“We need to move to EVs,” he says, pointing to climate change as a critical reason for the shift. For Stan, every drive in his Polestar 2 is a step toward a future that respects and preserves the natural beauty of Kangaroo Island, a sanctuary he feels honored to call home.
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