GM Authority Provides Details on 2023 Chevy Bolt EV and EUV Production

In February of 2021, GM unveiled the refreshed 2022 Chevy Bolt EV and all-new 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV during a joint debut, and all of us here at Chuck Hutton Chevrolet were excited to see production details released on the GM Authority blog this past week. The 2023 Chevy Bolt EV and 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV are scheduled to begin production on May 9th at the GM Lake Orion Assembly plant in Michigan, with official order books opening March 10th. 

Last year, there were a few different reasons why production of the Bolt EV and EUV were halted, and we have so many positive things to look forward to as progression takes place. The Chevy Bolt EV has received a segment-level award from IHS Markit during its 26th Annual Automotive Loyalty Awards. These aptly determine which vehicle makes and models can boast that they have the most dedicated and longstanding loyal customers, basing results on whether the home buys another vehicle that is made by the same brand. 

The newly acquired vehicle may be either a replacement or any addition to the household’s collective fleet, and the Chevy Bolt EV received an IHS Markit Automotive Loyalty Award in the Small Car segment, repeating its successful claim from the previous year. This means Chevy Bolt EV buyers are highly likely to return to the dealership to make a repeat purchase, ushering in the future of cleaner energy and much longer charging ranges as a possibility. GM was the top overall manufacturer for loyalty in this study for the seventh consecutive year, and has managed to remain as the best automaker for overall customer loyalty, even after the global chip shortage. 

Enjoying an interior much roomier than its size suggests, the redesigned 2022 Chevy Bolt EV also has enhanced features along with a much lower entry-level price. The current estimate is that the 2022 Bolt EV can travel up to 259 miles on a full charge, giving it an official advantage over the Hyundai Kona Electric, while the all-new 2022 Bolt EUV offers the modern convenience of Super Cruise hands-free driving. The hatchback adds a newly available dual-level charging cord, as well as increased Level 2 maximum charging capability. 

The Bolt EV’s electric motor sends 200 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque exclusively to the front wheels and delivers a composed ride with plenty of available power for highway passing. During a unique and unorthodox test drive in California’s rough and sizzling Death Valley, the Car and Driver team was able to exceed the EPA’s 259-mile estimated driving range with ease. Every Bolt EV features a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with popular standard features, which allows for over-the-air updates and offers built-in apps that work with both Spotify and Amazon Alexa music streaming services. 

Chevy Bolt Production to Resume During January 2022

Electrification has been in many automotive headlines over the past year, as the final blueprints for energy-saving vehicles nationwide are becoming an exciting reality. The Chevy Bolt EV and EUV are now scheduled to resume production during the final week of January after the auto industry experienced a chip shortage which led to a slight pause in production.

This affordable and fun electric commuter has good range, L1 and L2 charge cords, and the convenience of level 2 charging installed for the user at no cost. When the Bolt first hit the market, it was named the 2017 Motor Trend Car of the Year. Now, it is mostly popular as a commuter car with a 259-mile range from its 65-kWh battery. 

The finely-tuned chassis along with a comfortable and controlled drive allow it to stand out among other available choices. You’ll be sitting in high-quality seats in a spacious interior along with a push-button gear shift that allows for more room. The 10.2-inch touchscreen features completely refreshed graphics while fitting perfectly in the dashboard. The EV also enjoys the convenience of one-pedal-driving mode, with regenerative braking ensuring you don’t need to use the brakes to slow down.

The Bolt EV is now available with a dual-level charging cord that is compatible with both Level 1 and Level 2 outlets with the Level 2 charging speed increasing to 11 kw. The driver faces a new 8.0-inch fully digital gauge cluster, and the hatchback’s rear cargo space will still offer up 17 cubic feet and up to 57 cubic feet with the seatbacks flat. Along with standard automatic high-beams and front pedestrian detection, the hatchback also can be outfitted with rear cross-traffic alert and a 360-degree camera system to provide a watchful eye. 

The models of the future will be offering the best in clean-sourced power perfect for the daily driver. During the efficient drive, you’ll enjoy the protective features of standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, forward collision warning and automated emergency braking, and available adaptive cruise control. 

First Glimpse of Bolt EUV Reveals a Humble, Eco-Friendly and Fiercely Capable Subcompact

One thing that the world has had to embrace lately in large doses is change, and the environmentally-conscious change coming soon regarding electrification is amazingly exciting! Right now the Chevy Bolt is the vehicle that has been the solo choice for electric power as far as GM for several years now. The incoming Bolt EUV will begin with the basic frame of the Bolt, then adding on for roominess and comfort, and last Wednesday GM offered the first glimpse of the model soon.

The new EUV will take its place in the lineup alongside a refreshed Bolt, and will share the nameplate's existing platform instead of the BEV3 architecture reserved for the Lyriq and others stomping their hooves in the competition line. The platform mates with the revolutionary Ultium battery packs, yielding a range of over 300 miles. In the video shown here, it is seen that the EUV is taller and longer than its hatchback relative. The overall profile and upper works bear some similarity to the Buick Encore GX, with a beltline and hood that are both relatively flatter.

The new EUV is also rumored to gain substantial growth in wheelbase and will be produced at GM's Orion Assembly next summer. The Bolt as well as Bolt EUV will be the first pair of Chevy models to have the Super Cruise hands-free driver-assist system, a gigantic leap forward into the exciting future of autonomous driving and the arrival of ingenious changes that will make their solid mark on automotive history. All of us here on staff at Chuck Hutton Chevy of Memphis are thrilled to be waiting on the arrival of what will serve more as an electric SUV as opposed to a tall hatchback.

The longer wheelbase will make space for a larger battery than the standard Bolt's 66-kW-hr pack, one of the factors that up the driving range further than 259 miles. The incoming model will still be front-wheel drive only, as there are not currently plans to motorize the rear axle. A push-button gear selector and upgraded infotainment system are among the new features, and the entire vehicle is ringed with flat-black plastic cladding in the form of lower-body treatment. The Bolt EUV will also boast more legroom, headroom in the back, and cargo space.

Numerous EV fans were asking repeatedly about the arrival of one-pedal driving mode, and sure enough, this new model delivers on that one as well. After a short learning curve, it makes the driver feel more efficient and as if their mind can stray a bit (safely!) from the task at hand. The Bolt will also have been equipped with a new sensor array and camera, another hint towards furthering the move towards self-driving technology.

2020 Chevy Bolt EV's Extended Range, “All-Around Excellence” Praised by Wards Auto

Wards Auto's Bob Gritzinger and his driving companion were just outside Portland, Oregon last week when they stopped outside for a quick recharge with the 2020 Chevy Bolt. The extra 20 miles of range in the new model makes a noticeable difference in a journey such as this: the two were headed from Seattle to Portland. The '20 Bolt's extra range was seen after some chemistry modifications to its cathode material in the batteries, and no changes were needed regarding mounting hardware or battery-pack space.

Rob Mantinan was the brunt of brains behind the engineering, and he says that the added range was possible without any changes in the car's 200-hp, 266 -lb -ft magnet traction motor or any of the control systems. The DC fast-charging did see an upgrade, allowing depleted batteries to now gain 100 miles of range in 30 minutes in mild temperatures, with some improved charging in cold weather too. The new year's model sees a revised front fascia, high-definition rear and 360-degree cameras, a camera-display rear-view mirror, and a new system that creates sound from external speakers in the front and rear of the vehicle to alert pedestrians.

This particular drive offered up weather elements such as sunshine to pouring rain, and they lamented that the Bolt performed “flawlessly” as they closely monitored the vitals to get the most out of a full charge. They extended the range to 259 miles by using regenerative braking, and by closely watching the cabin ventilation to not overuse air conditioning. The duo concluded that the latest model drove in every single way very similar to previous years, seeing to low-end torque, responsive regenerative braking, and a very smooth overall cruise. They had a great sense of ease with one-pedal accelerations, as well as braking down  to a full stop while using extra-regen low gear.

Here in the States, the Bolt absolutely remains the non-Tesla BEV champion, leading the competition against the BMW i3, Hyundai Kona, Nia Niro, Nissan Leaf, and Volkswagen Golf electric models. It's pretty easy to get used to the daily drive when it sinks in that Evs are nearly silent in operation, have much lower maintenance requirements, and provide a very instant amount of torque for very brisk off-the-line acceleration.

There is just shy of 17 cubic feet of luggage space behind the rear seats, and if you fold the backrests down this rises to 56 cubic feet. Another edition for the 2020 year is high-definition cameras for the available surround-view and backup systems, which adds to overall driver confidence. All of us on staff here at Chuck Hutton of Memphis know that the future is approaching rapidly and some things in the industry are changing faster than ever, and we would love to demonstrate to you how a new Bolt can alleviate your daily dependence on the pump! 

Continuing on The Path to AC-Powered Greatness: 2021 Chevy Bolt Improvement Docket

From the sales lot to the service bay here at Chuck Hutton Chevy of Memphis, the ripples of change have been making their profound mark concerning the popularity of all-electric cars. Just last month, we were excited to announce that the 2020 Bolt EV will be seeing a significant range increase! Up from 238 miles for the 2019 model, the incoming Bolt now sees a range of 259 miles.

To make this happen, the energy of the cell electrodes was improved by making small changes to the cell chemistry without needing to change the actual battery pack, and the way it is integrated into the overall vehicle structure. This is great news as it means that in the range category the new Bolt now beats out the Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro EV, and Nissan Leaf Plus. According to the folks on staff at GM Authority, the range is not the only aspect that will see improvement in Bolt models down the line. When it comes to feedback from consumers that have test driven and also owned specific vehicles for some amount of time, the brand we love to represent so much has promised to make some other drastic changes to the interior to boost satisfaction.

More comfortable seats and higher-quality materials for the interior have both been heavy on the request list, and they are supposed to be included in the 2021 model year. This is also when the Bolt is expected to receive its mid-cycle update, and when the Chevy Bolt EUV is slated to launch in North America. Similar to last year's model, the 2020 Bolt EV's electric powertrain generates 200 horsepower, and 266 lb-ft of torque. The Bolt EV was the car to originally set the benchmark for an affordable electric vehicle with a long range, and seeing nearly 10 percent more EPA-estimated range for this model year is very exciting.

Using the myChevrolet mobile app, purchasers of Bolt Evs have access to the exclusive Energy Assist feature. It allows customers to search for charging stations, plan a trip with multiple charging stops, closely monitor their route, and receive alerts if anything happens to render their destination unsafe. Just last year, this mobile app was also updated to enable smartphone projection of the Energy Assist feature straight to the vehicle's infotainment system through Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, for any Bolt EV newer than 2017.

We are also thrilled to announce that Chevy has recently announced a partnership with Qmerit that now enables EV owners an easy way to locate quotes from expert electricians to install the necessary at-home charging equipment. As the world changes so very rapidly every day, the demand for sustainability is now at an all-time high. Ranges go up every year along with tech features and other great qualities, and we are proud to stand behind this model that will no doubt change history and encourage smart day-to-day use.

Road Show Finds Bolt EV to Be A “Solid Value,” Brandishing “Excitement Turn-By-Turn”

Good for 238 miles of EV cruising range, the 2019 Chevy Bolt was an Eco-friendly and tech-laden topic that the staff of Road Show were eager to cover this past week on their blog. Quick to claim it as “one of the best EV's on the road,” it highlighted some of the great features that make it stand out, as competition from many other brands is mounting steadily. Making its debut during 2016, the class-leading 238 miles of EPA range brandished at helm is one of its strongest selling points. The Nissan Leaf weighs in at a measly 150 miles of range, as does the Hyundai Ioniq.

Shining high in a category where having high-tech premise and an alluring low price will always be a draw, all of us here at Chuck Hutton Chevy of Memphis are excited to show you in detail the many benefits of owning a Bolt. It's all about the battery when you're talking about EV's, and the one in question here is a 960-pound, 60-kWh lithium-ion power supply, situated under the seats. Because of this, the seating position is about a head taller than it would be in some competing models, making highway drives have a bit more of a commanding sense from the cockpit.

If you happen to be in a rush which so many of us are during these demanding days, the optional DC Combo Fast Charging system can juice up the battery to 90 miles of range in a half an hour flat. With a grand total of 238 hours to work with, the testing staff from Road Show did not ever run into a situation where they needed this fast charge, but knowing that it is there for you on standby for long trips can provide an ample peace of mind. The 200-horsepower unit does send up to 266 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels, by means of a single-speed reduction gear.

This amount of torque equips the Bolt abundantly with very responsive performance and plenty of pep for the typical around-town jaunt. One of the most amazing features of this modern engineering accomplishment is the way in which the Bolt incorporates regenerative braking. With the simple use of a paddle on the steering wheel, you activate a very significant slowing of the EV, with results as if you'd pressed the brake pedal. This is just one of the ways that you can make sure you get the optimal range and promise out of your Bolt, as well as using the “one pedal driving” mode. Bluetooth calling, audio streaming, and USB connectivity for audio playback are all found within the 10.2-inch color touchscreen display, that is also home to a unique version of the MyLink infotainment system.

Are you looking for the ultimate in protection and heightened awareness during driving for your new car search? Another great feature to check out is the amazing Surround Vision System that is available on the Premier model: the complete evolution of the rear-view camera that pieces together feeds from 4 different cameras to provide a 360-degree view of the car's area during times of low-speed travel is ultra-keen at keeping you safe. One of the most revolutionary technologies that we have seen as of late is Lane Keeping Assist: it incorporates the electric power steering to keep the Bolt between lane markers during moments of potential drowsiness on the highway. As the future of cars lurches bravely ahead into a large array of electric power offerings, one of the true pioneers absolutely remains the most attractive: come to pay us a holiday visit soon, and appreciate the many reasons the versatile and Bolt can win you over this holiday season!

Highly Anticipated Bolt EV Named MOTOR TREND Car Of The Year

According to Chevrolet, MOTOR TREND has recognized the all-new Chevrolet Bolt EV as their 2017 Car of the Year. As one of the most affordable electric cars on the market, the Bolt EV offers an EPA-estimated 238 miles of range on a full charge.

“Chevrolet is the fastest-growing full-line retail brand in the industry thanks to an exceptional vehicle lineup, which includes ground-breaking products like the Bold EV,” stated Alan Batey, president of GM North America and Global Chevrolet brand chief. “Being recognized once again as MOTOR TREND Car of the Year is a great honor for the Chevrolet team.”

The Car of the Year decision is based on six important evaluation categories, including advancement in design, engineering excellence, efficiency, safety, value and performance of intended function.

This is not Chevy’s first go-around with MOTOR TREND, either. The brand has been awarded four times in the last three years, with the Camaro being named 2016 Car of the Year and the Colorado being named Truck of the Year in both 2015 and 2016.

“Chevrolet is on a roll with new and compelling vehicles that have reset the bar for trucks in 2015, trucks and sports cars in 2016, and for 2017, electric cars,’ said Ed Loh, MOTOR TREND Editor-in-Chief. “The Bolt EV is certainly a game changing vehicle and we look forward to seeing whether we’ll be recognizing another Chevrolet next year in our annual awards.”

Excited to check out the Bolt EV for yourself? Be on the lookout- it will be arriving to Chuck Hutton Chevy in Memphis, TN next month!