The New Chevy Bolt Charges Quicker Than GM’s Pricier EVs. It’s More Proof That Voltage Matters
There’s a clever choice at the heart of every “Ultium”-powered General Motors EV. Whether it’s a big honkin’ GMC Hummer EV or an affordable, base-model Chevy Equinox EV, all of the General’s electric products rely on the same foundational pillar: The same basic cells, arranged into 24-cell modules. All of them, that is, except the new […]
GM’s EV Cost-Cutting Plan Goes Beyond Batteries, Mary Barra Says
General Motors is looking for ways to reduce electric vehicle prices beyond just using cheaper batteries. The automaker will introduce its next-generation software-defined vehicle in 2028. Simpler electrical architectures and less wiring can help make future GM EVs more competitive. General Motors is working to reduce the cost of its electric vehicles, beyond just using […]
GM Just Fixed One Of The Biggest Headaches Of EV Charging
General Motors EV owners can now delete a charging app from their phone without getting range anxiety. Over 5,000 DC fast chargers have been integrated into the company’s own apps. In total, GM EV drivers can access over 250,000 public chargers in the U.S. and Canada. General Motors just made life a little easier for […]
GM’s CEO Just Admitted An Uncomfortable Truth About Plug-In Hybrids
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the company remains committed to an “an EV future,” despite industry headwinds. The automaker is looking at hybrid options in the meantime, Barra said, as it currently offers none. There’s just one problem with plug-in hybrids, and that’s making sure people actually plug them in. On paper, China’s Chevrolet […]
These Pre-2026 EVs Are Still Filling Dealer Lots, So Expect Big Price Cuts
Many luxury EVs are about to get significantly cheaper as we step into 2026. That’s because dealers still have a lot of leftover inventory for 2025 and even 2024 models. As time passes, dealers will want them gone sooner rather than later. Even with the generous $7,500 federal incentive for EVs out the window, there […]
GM Pulled The Plug On Apple CarPlay. This Mod Brings It Back
Most of General Motors’ new electric cars don’t have Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in the U.S. That’s despite the cars’ infotainment systems supporting both features. Now, a new third-party mod wants to bring back CarPlay to GM EV owners. General Motors removed Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from almost all of its new electric […]
The 2027 Chevy Bolt Configurator Goes Live. It’s A Tremendous EV Deal
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt can now be configured on the automaker’s website. The base Bolt LT starts from $28,995, including destination. It comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic high beams and an 11.3-inch infotainment screen. The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt online configurator has gone live on the automaker’s website, which means customers can now check […]
Which EVs Have The Most Range After 3 Years
In general, you shouldn’t worry too much about battery degradation in modern electric cars. Still, cars from some brands appear to fare better over time as far as range is concerned. In any EV, the battery will lose capacity over the years. According to Recurrent, Hyundais are among the best, while BMWs and Jaguars lose […]
I Saw The 2027 Chevy Bolt In Person. It Looks Fantastic—And Still Small
The heavily updated 2027 Chevrolet Bolt made a surprise appearance at the GM Forward event in New York this week. It could easily be mistaken for the old Bolt, but under the skin, it adds new batteries, better fast-charging, modern software and a Tesla-style charging port. The updated Bolt goes on sale early next year […]
New Chevy Bolt undercuts “affordable” Tesla, wins on features
On today’s extreme episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got the most affordable new EV in America packing 255 miles of range, sub-30 minute charging, V2H support, and more – all that for a price about $10,000 LESS than that new “affordable” Tesla. We’ve also got specs for the all-new, all-electric Ferrari Elettrica and a world’s first, […]