Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Blog

The Chevrolet Bolt EV has already been impressing drivers for a few years now, with its ample electric range, engaging ride quality, roomy interior, and affordable price tag. And the Chevy Bolt family is about to get bigger with the yet-to-be-seen 2022 Bolt EUV, a larger, crossover version of the Bolt. The Bolt EUV is expected to provide everything we love about the Bolt EV in a larger crossover electric utility vehicle. It is expected to be three inches longer than the Bolt EV, providing additional cargo room and rear passenger legroom. The Bolt EUV will also use Level 2…

Earlier this week, General Motors hosted a major press event to announce their future plans for electric vehicles, and eagle-eyed viewers spotted hints that an electric Chevy Camaro may be on the way. During the presentation, several different vehicle body style outlines were projected onto the electric vehicle base, and one of those silhouettes was nearly identical to the shape of the current Camaro. Another clue that leads to a possible electric Camaro in the future is the transfer of longtime Camaro Chief Engineer Al Oppenheiser to a leadership role in GM’s electric division about...

The Chevrolet Bolt EV has already been impressing drivers for a few years now, with its ample electric range, engaging ride quality, roomy interior, and affordable price tag. In a press conference today, General Motors executives announced details of their new electric vehicle platform, including big news for the Bolt. An updated version of the current Bolt is due in late 2020, followed by the yet-to-be-seen 2022 Bolt EUV, a larger, crossover version of the Bolt. And that’s just the beginning of GM’s electric portfolio, expected to expand to 22 vehicles by 2023. “Our team accepted the...

The Chevrolet Bolt EV has already been impressing drivers for a few years now, with its ample electric range, engaging ride quality, roomy interior, and affordable price tag. And for the 2020 model year, the Bolt is even better with an EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a full charge, a 21-mile improvement over the outgoing model year. Changes to the battery cell chemistry allowed this improved range without impacting the exterior of the battery. If you’ve been considering making the switch to electric with a Bolt EV, there’s never been a better time than now, with generous…

When rumors began circulation that the all-new 8^th generation Chevrolet Corvette could be mid-engine, there were also rumors that it could include a version with an additional electric motor to provide even more power. Well, the mid-engine Vette rumors turned out to be true, and judging by this spy shot that shows an electric connector sticking out from under the hood, the hybrid rumors may be true as well. Unlike most hybrid vehicles, the Corvette’s electric motor wouldn’t be used to increase efficiency, but would instead boost performance. An electric motor could increase the...

The Chevy Bolt EV has made a big splash since it was first introduced in 2017, bringing impressive electric vehicle range at an affordable price. The Bolt currently provides 238 miles of driving on a single charge, and that which will bump up to 259 miles for the 2020 model year. And the Bolt isn’t just a great choice for folks concerned about their carbon footprint – it’s a great choice for safety, too! This week, the IIHS named the Bolt a Top Safety Pick thanks to good performance in crash testing and available safety technologies like automatic emergency…

The Chevy Bolt EV has always had a rather uninspiring design, but where it lacks in looks it makes up for price and performance. This affordable electric car is no Tesla when it comes to style, but it’s perfectly capable of competing with other candidates such as the Nissan Leaf, Honda Clarity, and the Toyota Prius Prime.  Performance with the 2020 Bolt is claimed to be impressive; it can range up to 259 miles on a single charge earning it to be EPA-certified. Chevrolet has reported this year that the Bolt has surpassed its expected third-quarter sales and remains…

The Chevy Bolt EV has made a big splash since it was first introduced in 2017, bringing impressive electric vehicle range at an affordable price. The Bolt currently provides 238 miles of driving on a single charge, and that which will bump up to 259 miles for the 2020 model year. And it’s about to get even better with a refreshed new appearance for the 2021 model year! Revised front and rear fascia will carry over sporty design cues seen on the Chevy Blazer. Rumors suggest the Bolt may add even more range in the refreshed model as well…

Every year Green Car Reports compiles a list of the Top 10 Green Cars available on the market, and we are pleased to report that the Chevrolet Bolt EV has earned a spot on the list for 2019! All of the vehicles that made the cut are electric and earned their spots thanks to impressive MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) scores. With an MPGe rating of 119, the Bolt provides 238 miles of driving on a single charge (which will bump up to 259 miles for the 2020 model year). If you’ve been considering making the switch to electric…

The Chevrolet Bolt EV has already been impressing drivers for a few years now, with its ample electric range, engaging ride quality, roomy interior, and affordable price tag. And for the 2020 model year, the Bolt is getting even better with an EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a full charge, a 21-mile improvement over the outgoing model year. Changes to the battery cell chemistry allowed this improved range without impacting the exterior of the battery. “The Bolt EV set the benchmark for long-range, affordable electric vehicles, and we’re excited to raise the bar by offering nearly...