Articles about Chevy’s Bolt
We’re now on our second Chevy Bolt and as a result I’ve written a lot about the Bolt. In addition there has been a number of news stories about the Bolt and GM’s on and off again plans to produce the car in the future. I am assembling the articles here for my friends, colleagues, and family members who drive a Bolt.
Chevy Bolt One Week Review — 4½ Stars
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For those who are comfortable with a used EV, a low mileage Bolt with a new battery — which comes with an 8-year warranty from the date the battery was replaced — is an excellent choice, especially now with the $4000 federal tax credit available. I am happy to give our “new to us” Chevy Bolt 4½ stars. It’s a darn good car that we are looking forward to driving for years to come.
Mary Barra Hints Chevy Bolt May Return On Ultium Platform
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GM CEO Mary Barra suggested in a radio interview this week that there might be a next generation Chevy Bolt in the works.
Weight of EVs Will Crush the World—Not
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Paul Gipe
The latest in a long line of anti-EV propaganda is that the weight of Electric Vehicles will crush the world—or …
What Discontinuing The Bolt Means Depends Heavily On What GM Does Next
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If GM can’t offer something affordable, it is as unserious as everybody else, and should be treated as such.
GM Ending Bolt Production–My take
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Paul Gipe
Today owners of Chevy’s Bolt EV began receiving notice from General Motors that the sporty compact crossover will be discontinued …
GM announces Chevy Bolt is over
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The news was expected as the Chevy Equinox and its ~$30,000 starting price is expected in the Fall, largely taking the place of the small footprint CUV segment. The Equinox and Blazer SS, due this summer, are based on GM’s Ultium platform and this will phase out the Bolt’s older battery/motor drivetrain system.
