AI Generated Custom Forged Wheels Design for Polestar 1 by Bête Noire Ver1.2

Custom Forged Wheels for Polestar 1 -- Bete Noire Ver1.2

Only 1,500 Polestar 1 units were ever built, making it one of the rarest performance hybrids on the road -- fitting generic aftermarket wheels to a car this exclusive would be missing the point entirely.

Every kilogram matters on an electric vehicle. The Polestar 1 carries a 34 kWh PHEV battery battery pack, and lighter wheels extend the 78 km electric-only range. Stock cast wheels typically weigh 12-13 kg per corner. Forged monoblock alternatives come in at under 9.5 kg. Less rotating mass means the motors work less hard to accelerate and decelerate the wheels, the regenerative braking system operates more efficiently, and the suspension responds faster to surface changes. Read our forged vs cast wheels comparison for the full engineering breakdown.

The Bete Noire Ver1.2 is a minimalist eight-spoke design with Scandinavian-inspired clean lines. In snow white it pairs naturally with the Polestar 1's factory lines. The spokes are CNC-machined from 6061-T6 forged aluminium billet, giving each surface a precision that cast or flow-formed wheels cannot match. The concave profile adds visual depth and allows generous clearance for the Akebono six-piston front calipers.

Fitment Specifications

The Bete Noire Ver1.2 is part of Hodoor's AI wheel design programme. The system generates over 1,000 unique wheel concepts per day, each engineered to be manufacturable as a forged monoblock. You are not choosing from a static catalogue -- the AI produces designs tuned to a specific car's dimensions, brake clearances, and visual character. The design phase is free. You only pay when a concept moves into production.

If none of the AI-generated options match your vision, our in-house designer works from hand sketches. Either route leads to the same CNC-machined 6061-T6 billet, the same balancing and inspection process, and the same four-to-eight-week production timeline.

Available Finishes

• Gloss black
• Satin black
• Brushed titanium
• Polished aluminium
• Custom RAL colour matching (any colour, applied with ceramic clear coat)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these wheels clear the Akebono six-piston front calipers?
Yes. The Bete Noire Ver1.2 is designed around the Polestar 1's Akebono brake package. Both 20" or 21" options provide proper clearance.

Will lighter wheels actually improve electric range?
Yes. Reducing unsprung mass lowers the energy required to accelerate and decelerate the wheels. On a PHEV like the Polestar 1 with its 34 kWh PHEV battery battery, every efficiency gain extends the electric-only range. Read our wheel technology guide for the physics.

Given the Polestar 1 is limited to 1,500 units, can the wheel design be made exclusive?
Absolutely. Each AI-generated design can be limited to a single production run. Contact us to discuss exclusivity options.

Complete Your Build

Pair these wheels with the Polestar 1 Custom Wide Body Kit By B Te Noire. For other AI-designed wheel options, see the full AI wheels collection.

To order or request a custom variation, email [email protected] with your car details.