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Edmunds
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- Edmunds
2026 Chevy Bolt EV: Everything We Know
Increased range and Super Cruise tech The 2026 Bolt EV will use a version of the Ultium battery technology found in GM's other electric vehicles, providing faster charging speeds and more range than the previous model. GM is reportedly using less expensive lithium-ion phosphate batteries, which will reduce cost and development time, but could come at the expense of some range. Even so, a range of more than 300 miles should be in the cards, which will keep the Bolt EV competitive. Previously, Chevy offered the Bolt EV alongside a slightly larger Bolt EUV. The key difference between the two was that the EUV offered GM's Super Cruise hands-free highway driving technology. But we're told this tech will make its way to the new Bolt EV, enhancing its appeal. The 2026 Chevy Bolt is scheduled to enter production in late 2025 and go on sale in early to mid-2026. Photos by KGP Photography
WIRED
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- WIRED
GM's Cruise Cars Are Back on the Road in Three US States—But Not for Ride-Hailing
Jul 4, 2025 10:28 AM After sightings by WIRED, GM confirms that a limited number of sensor-laden Bolt EVs have been given a second life. Cruise robotaxis are back on the road… well, kind of. Though General Motors pulled the plug on its self-driving taxi business last year, the automaker has been quietly repurposing a few of the vehicles as it seeks to develop new driver-assistance technologies. This week, WIRED spotted a GM Bolt electric hatchback on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, and later saw a similar vehicle on Interstate 880 near Oakland. In each instance, the car was being driven by a human. But it held equipment on the roof such as lidar sensors that resembled the setup from the Cruise ride-hailing system. The vehicle had 'Mint' written on the hood, but didn't include any visually apparent Cruise branding. GM spokesperson Chaiti Sen confirms to WIRED that the company is indeed 'using a limited number of Cruise Bolt vehicles on select highways in Michigan, Texas and Bay Area for testing with trained drivers to further develop simulation models and advanced driver assistance systems.' She adds, 'This is internal testing and does not involve public passengers.' GM removed the orange-and-white Cruise logo from the cars' sides after it took full ownership of the unit in February, she says. The recent activity began in Michigan and Texas in February and the San Francisco Bay Area-region in mid-April, Sen says. Cruise had named each vehicle in its fleet, and Sen confirmed that 'Mint' has been among the vehicles newly active in the Bay Area. The testing shows for the first time how GM is beginning to give a second life to a fleet of no less than hundreds of vehicles left over from a costly project that ran aground. GM initially acquired a majority stake in San Francisco-based Cruise in 2016, and invested more than $8 billion into developing a robotaxi service. The operation was off to a fast start and eyeing a rapid expansion until October 2023, when a Cruise vehicle struck a pedestrian in San Francisco who had just been hit by a human-driven vehicle. In the aftermath of the incident, Cruise misled state regulators, lost a key permit, halted operations, and laid off a quarter of its workers. After some attempts to restart the business, GM announced this past December that the experiment would be cancelled altogether. At the time, GM CEO Mary Barra told analysts that running a robotaxi fleet was an expensive distraction from the business of making cars. But the technology behind Cruise is helping improve the roughly 7-year-old Super Cruise system found in some GM cars. It aims to help drivers stay in and change lanes, or apply the emergency brake without needing to use their hands. Several automakers are racing to develop cars that offload an increasing amount of driving tasks to computers. GM claims about 60 percent of its 360,000 Super Cruise customers regularly make use of the capability. In the US, the robotaxi industry has been dominated by Waymo, though Elon Musk's Tesla and Amazon's Zoox are among those continuing to try to catch up. GM's repurposed Bolts blend into San Francisco-area roads, on which cars with heavy-duty computer gear attached to roof, back, and sides have become commonplace. They include not only companies testing sensors and algorithms, but also map providers collecting data and hobbyists attempting to upgrade their personal rides.
Miami Herald
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
GM Hints at New Affordable Next-Gen EV Made in U.S.
General Motors (GM) has announced plans to develop and build an affordable next-gen electric vehicle (EV) at its Fairfax, Kansas, plant. While Chevy's new Bolt EV is entering production by the end of the year at the same Kansas facility, it's unclear whether the up-and-coming next-gen model is part of the Bolt family or a new lineup. GM's president, Mark Reuss, said in October the 2027 Bolt EV's "price isn't final yet," while adding "it [2027 Bolt EV] will be priced only slightly higher than the 2023 Bolt, which started at $28,795, and it will just be one member of a family on the Bolt, including an even lower cost option," according to GM Authority. The average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in May was $57,734, Kelley Blue Book reports. Chevy's 2027 Bolt will be North America's first Ultium-based model with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, helping the model sell at lower prices than ones with nickel manganese cobalt batteries. Despite details on the 2027 Bolt remaining limited, its release around mid-2026 means that Chevy is likely months away from revealing the model. News of the affordable EV in development arrives after GM revealed plans to invest around $4 billion in U.S. production for gas-powered and electric models over the next two years. Domestic manufacturing investments should help GM mitigate the impacts of President Trump's tariffs, which are projected to cost the automaker up to $5 billion in 2025. GM's $4 billion investment will allow the company to manufacture over two million vehicles in the U.S. annually. In addition to making a next-gen affordable EV and the 2027 Chevy Bolt, GM's Fairfax, Kansas plant will support the gas-powered Chevy Equinox's production starting in mid-2027. Equinox sales increased 30% year-over-year during Q1. Separate GM U.S. production facilities include Orion Assembly in Orion Township, Michigan, and Spring Hill Manufacturing in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Orion Assembly will take on gas-powered full-size SUVs and light-duty pickups, while Spring Hill Manufacturing will focus on the Chevy Blazer, the Cadillac LYRIQ and VISTIQ EVs, and the Cadillac XT5. GM's Factory ZERO in Detroit-Hamtramck, Michigan, will handle the Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Cadillac ESCALADE IQ, and GMC HUMMER EV pickup and SUV production. GM also confirmed plans last month to commercialize lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells for future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. These cells will provide a 33% higher energy density compared to the best lithium iron phosphate (LFP)-based cells at a comparable cost. The new battery cells are expected to be a staple of the automaker's electric truck lineup, with over 400 miles of available range, while optimizing savings over their high-nickel pack counterpart, which currently supplies segment-leading range. Following GM's most recent production announcement, the biggest question is whether its next-gen affordable EV will be part of the Chevy Bolt EV family or a new lineup. We also don't know whether the 2027 Bolt EV, which is returning after a three-year hiatus, will revive its hatchback configuration or if the model will adopt crossover styling reminiscent of its EUV version. Still, it's clear that GM's manufacturing strategy is prioritizing affordability in the EV segment and cost mitigation amid tariff policies. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
GM Hints at New Affordable Next-Gen EV Made in U.S.
GM has shared info on its development of a new next-gen affordable EV as it ramps up U.S. production with a $4 billion investment. GM's Fairfax, Kansas plant to host automaker's affordable EVs General Motors (GM) has announced plans to develop and build an affordable next-gen electric vehicle (EV) at its Fairfax, Kansas, plant. While Chevy's new Bolt EV is entering production by the end of the year at the same Kansas facility, it's unclear whether the up-and-coming next-gen model is part of the Bolt family or a new lineup. GM's president, Mark Reuss, said in October the 2027 Bolt EV's 'price isn't final yet,' while adding 'it [2027 Bolt EV] will be priced only slightly higher than the 2023 Bolt, which started at $28,795, and it will just be one member of a family on the Bolt, including an even lower cost option,' according to GM Authority. The average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in May was $57,734, Kelley Blue Book reports. Chevy's 2027 Bolt will be North America's first Ultium-based model with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, helping the model sell at lower prices than ones with nickel manganese cobalt batteries. Despite details on the 2027 Bolt remaining limited, its release around mid-2026 means that Chevy is likely months away from revealing the model. GM's ambitious U.S. production plans are taking shape News of the affordable EV in development arrives after GM revealed plans to invest around $4 billion in U.S. production for gas-powered and electric models over the next two years. Domestic manufacturing investments should help GM mitigate the impacts of President Trump's tariffs, which are projected to cost the automaker up to $5 billion in 2025. GM's $4 billion investment will allow the company to manufacture over two million vehicles in the U.S. annually. In addition to making a next-gen affordable EV and the 2027 Chevy Bolt, GM's Fairfax, Kansas plant will support the gas-powered Chevy Equinox's production starting in mid-2027. Equinox sales increased 30% year-over-year during Q1. Separate GM U.S. production facilities include Orion Assembly in Orion Township, Michigan, and Spring Hill Manufacturing in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Orion Assembly will take on gas-powered full-size SUVs and light-duty pickups, while Spring Hill Manufacturing will focus on the Chevy Blazer, the Cadillac LYRIQ and VISTIQ EVs, and the Cadillac XT5. GM's Factory ZERO in Detroit-Hamtramck, Michigan, will handle the Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Cadillac ESCALADE IQ, and GMC HUMMER EV pickup and SUV production. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV — Source: Chevrolet GM also confirmed plans last month to commercialize lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells for future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. These cells will provide a 33% higher energy density compared to the best lithium iron phosphate (LFP)-based cells at a comparable cost. The new battery cells are expected to be a staple of the automaker's electric truck lineup, with over 400 miles of available range, while optimizing savings over their high-nickel pack counterpart, which currently supplies segment-leading range. An employee holds a full-size prototype LMR battery cell at the General Motors Wallace Battery Cell Innovation Center. — Source: Steve Fecht for General Motors Final thoughts Following GM's most recent production announcement, the biggest question is whether its next-gen affordable EV will be part of the Chevy Bolt EV family or a new lineup. We also don't know whether the 2027 Bolt EV, which is returning after a three-year hiatus, will revive its hatchback configuration or if the model will adopt crossover styling reminiscent of its EUV version. Still, it's clear that GM's manufacturing strategy is prioritizing affordability in the EV segment and cost mitigation amid tariff policies. About the Author Cody Carlson View Profile
Motor Trend
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
The Super-Affordable 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV Is Coming Soon—Very Soon
We've known Chevrolet's next-generation Bolt, its most affordable electric model, was due later this year for quite some time. So while it might not seem newsworthy, at first, that General Motors effectively re-confirmed that fact in a humdrum press release touting investments in U.S. manufacturing, it's actually quite a big deal. After all, with many automakers scaling back their EV ambitions or frantically trying to spin up hybrids, GM is largely staying the course—a bet that's paying off handsomely, as the new affordable Equinox EV has sold so well, it's moved Chevy into second place on the EV sales charts. The new Bolt, which we've rendered above and will cost even less than the Equinox EV (pictured below and in the gallery), should push Chevrolet's electric sales even higher. The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV will begin production in late 2025, with availability likely starting in early 2026. Expected to cost around $30,000, it aims to offer nearly 300 miles of range and improve on the old Bolt's affordability and design. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next So, what did GM let slip about the new Bolt? The model year, for starters. Even though production is set to begin later in 2025 at GM's Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas City, the new Bolt will be a 2027 model-year introduction. We're not sure that means anyone needs to wait until 2027 to buy one—most likely, the Bolt will become available early in 2026. The Bolt's price tag, though not confirmed, is widely expected to land at or around the $30,000 mark, while delivering near or close to 300 miles of driving range. Chevrolet has confirmed that the new Bolt will use GM's Ultium component set—the branding of which has changed—meaning it's likely to incorporate the front motor from the entry-level Equinox EV and sit on a similar platform, albeit one smaller and more carlike than that SUV. A big change is headed for the battery, which will be GM's first LFP-style (lithium-iron phosphate) pack, which will make it more affordable. (The company has a three-pronged battery chemistry approach.) The Equinox EV's relatively modest charging specs—it uses a 400-volt architecture, not a pricier 800-volt setup—and DC fast charging speeds max out at a so-so 150 kW—should carry over, again, in a bid to keep things attainable. Regardless, the new Bolt is expected to drastically outpace the old Bolt, which also was super affordable (something that boosted its popularity in its waning years) but suffered from outdated and slow fast-charging speeds of just 50 kW. That old Bolt (below) also delivered more than 250 miles of range, a big reason to expect the new one to land somewhere between that distance and the Equinox EV's 315-mile best. The Bolt's lower, smaller body relative to that electric SUV should help its aerodynamics, while its smaller frontal area will surely boost range even if its battery is smaller than its Equinox sibling's. The Equinox EV already sets a smart standard for basic-yet-functional interior design, and the Bolt will no doubt borrow heavily from that model—namely its Google-equipped digital displays. Though the Bolt will be cheap, the Equinox (as well as the stylish yet affordable Trax) shows Chevy is getting very good at designing low-cost interiors that don't feel low-buck or crummy. We're expecting the Bolt to be larger than before but smaller than the Equinox EV, as well as less upright-feeling than its dumpling-shaped predecessor. It's possible GM tries to inject a little more driving fun into the Bolt, something the old version, while comfortable and refined, sorely lacked. All of GM's EV learnings up to this point are being poured into the Bolt. The automaker has learned a lot about EV customers, their wants, and their pain points, as well as its own technologies; all of that will be synthesized through a filter focused on affordability and accessibility. We're excited to see the new Bolt, and more important, its price. After all, the affordable EV space is heating up. There is a new Nissan Leaf on the way for 2026, and Tesla has promised (again) a more affordable model to slot in beneath its current Model 3. And with the $7,500 EV tax credit in trouble, EVs that are both good and cheap—with or without tax credits—will be critical to serving customers eager to go electric, but less eager to spend big money to do so.
