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Chevy Bolt News, Reviews and Pricing (Page 3)

Chevy Bolt News, Reviews and Pricing

The Chevy Bolt EV is the first all-electric car offered by General Motors. Preceded by the much-loved plug-in hybrid Chevy Volt, Chevrolet introduced the Bolt EV in late 2016 as the first affordable long-range electric vehicle release in North America. The model has gone on to sell more than 50,000 units since then, at a time when electric vehicles remain only a small fraction of the North American market. The car is currently sold in the following two trim levels, with various safety and comfort packages available:

  • Chevy Bolt EV LT: MSRP - $36,620
  • Chevy Bolt EV Premier: MSRP - $41,020

In terms of the all-important range, the Chevy Bolt EV is capable of traveling an EPA estimated 238 miles on a single charge, although many owners report getting more than 300 miles in ideal conditions. The Bolt EV is powered by a 60kWh lithium-ion battery pack that produces 200 HP and delivers 266 lb-ft of torque. That’s enough to hit a 0-60mph time of 6.5 seconds, which puts this EV’s performance much closer to “hot-hatch” territory than the simple sub-compact cars to which it is often compared.

Despite having a raft of competitors - most notably the Tesla Model 3 - enter the marketplace since its launch in 2016, the Bolt EV continues to sell in steady numbers. The Chevy Bolt EV provides a practical, affordable alternative to other all-electric options available in the United States and Canada.

By John Goreham on July 5, 2022 - 11:39AM
As the affordable battery-electric vehicle market in America implodes, the type of vehicle shoppers desire most, AWD crossovers, are selling in tiny numbers. Be warned, if you are drinking the battery-electric vehicle Kool-Aid, this story will not make you happy.
By Carl Malek on June 4, 2022 - 12:39AM
Cruise LLC outfit has been working diligently on perfecting its lineup of autonomously operated taxi vehicles thanks to a partnership with General Motors (among others.) But while the specially modified Chevrolet Bolts have been operating for some time in the city, they were not allowed to formally charge commercial fares to customers. That's changed with San Francisco politicians approving plans for a fare-operated service.
By John Goreham on April 19, 2022 - 12:22PM
Back in 2019, GM told us its “electric future is now.” This week Toyota said nearly that exact same thing about its new EV.
By John Goreham on April 11, 2022 - 4:18PM
The Chevy Bolt has been out of the marketplace for a long time with a battery fire recall stopping sales. One study proves that this model is going to come back strong.
By John Goreham on April 1, 2022 - 1:08PM
U.S. Market Fun Fact; Toyota put more hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles in driveways in the first quarter of 2022 than GM did all types of battery-electric vehicles.
By Carl Malek on March 3, 2022 - 2:11PM
Production of the Chevrolet Bolt and its bigger EUV sibling has been shuttered for the past few years as GM and battery supplier LG navigated their way through a massive battery recall that saw some of the affected Bolts catch fire when charging due to a battery cell defect. A new report however finally appears to reveal when Orion Assembly plant will resume Bolt production once again
By John Goreham on February 8, 2022 - 11:20AM
Two years after GM declared that its all-electric future was now, the company is losing critical American-market customers to competitors. Here’s why an important part of GM’s customer base is leaving for other brands.
By John Goreham on February 2, 2022 - 8:47AM
Mazda’s MX-30 is being delivered to American consumers right now. Many much-hyped battery-electric crossovers from brands like GM, Toyota, Subaru, Kia, and Nissan are not.
By Mary Conway on January 28, 2022 - 9:29PM
GM's top executive tweeted out a video of herself riding in an autonomous Chevrolet Bolt vehicle with the head of Cruise. Barra says while inside the vehicle, "It's too bad we have to wear masks because I can't stop smiling."
By John Goreham on January 5, 2022 - 11:01AM
Toyota fuel cell electric vehicle is held in disdain by many battery-electric vehicle fans. The uncomfortable truth is that Toyota’s FCEVs outsold the BEVs from most brands in 2021.
By John Goreham on January 3, 2022 - 10:02AM
A common question for many shopping for an EV is how much can be saved in energy costs by opting for an electric vehicle instead of a vehicle with a traditional powertrain. Here’s your answer.
By Carl Malek on December 7, 2021 - 3:40PM
The financial pain that GM battery supplier LG Energy has endured to cover the ongoing Bolt battery so far has been immense with the company setting aside $918 million to cover it. However, it appears that LG is entering uncharted territory, with the company announcing an IPO to help raise an additional $10.8 billion.
By John Goreham on December 3, 2021 - 1:44PM
Step back and realize that Mazda sells more battery-electric vehicles right now in America than many much larger automobile manufacturers. Including our President's favorite.
By Carl Malek on November 16, 2021 - 2:11PM
The Chevrolet Bolt has been hobbled by an ongoing battery fire recall and investigation but a new report appears to shed some new details on what's exactly going on, while also showing the challenges involved in making sure it doesn't happen again.
By Mary Conway on October 12, 2021 - 9:40PM
Chevrolet says it has an agreement from LG to pay for almost all of the battery recall costs.
By John Goreham on October 10, 2021 - 2:48PM
One of the most respected electric vehicle experts/advocates makes the case that those who want to buy an EV this year should not. Here’s why.
By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 5:29PM
Although GM ceased new vehicle sales of the Bolt and Bolt EUV line during Q3, the results are still pretty solid.
By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 2:22PM
A spokesperson for Chevrolet tells us what the current plan is for the many Bolts that owners sold back to GM following the Bolt battery fire recall.
By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 9:23AM
General Motors’ Cadillac Lyriq was posted for reservation and almost immediately sold out. So why do we need EV tax incentives?
By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 3:52PM
Kia confirms the Niro returns for 2022 and provides updates on its features.
By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 12:52PM
Automakers love to hype vehicles as “New” or “All-New.” If they really are new, there are real reasons you should consider avoiding them. Here’s what owners and experts report.
By John Goreham on September 20, 2021 - 9:32AM
Chevrolet has given owners instructions on how to safely use their Bolt electric vehicle while the battery replacement recall rolls out. Winter is coming and could throw a monkey wrench into the mix.
By Mary Conway on August 23, 2021 - 8:09PM
Chevrolet is now recalling every 2017-2022 Chevrolet Bolt it has produced. Now the automaker needs to get reimbursement from the battery supplier.
By John Goreham on August 19, 2021 - 10:02AM
As electric vehicle adoption ramps up, what is becoming clear is that charging is a mess on all levels to those starting out new to EVs.
By John Goreham on August 12, 2021 - 10:50AM
We have just tested both the 2022 Bolt EUV and the conventional 2022 Bolt. Here’s why buying the Bolt EUV makes much more sense.
By John Goreham on August 10, 2021 - 12:04PM
New Hampshire’s Public electric vehicle charging infrastructure is horrendous. Here is one popular destination in New Hampshire's White Mountains that offers EV-driving visitors ample charging options.
By John Goreham on August 4, 2021 - 3:25PM
We took a Chevy Bolt Electric utility Vehicle to the highest peak in the Northeast to test one-pedal driving and brake energy regeneration. The Bolt EUV passed with flying colors.
By John Goreham on August 3, 2021 - 3:41PM
We tested the new 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV with Super Cruise and found that it takes this already great EV crossover to another level. Here’s how.
By John Goreham on July 26, 2021 - 10:10AM
One common misconception is that EVs have proven more reliable than modern hybrids and plug-in hybrids. The Prius and Volt disprove this theory quite easily.
By John Goreham on July 26, 2021 - 9:26AM
If you are an EV owner who counts on a mobile charger, or perhaps a rental property owner or condo association manager, be sure you know about these two common mobile charger mistakes automakers warn about.