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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
GM Hints at New Affordable Next-Gen EV Made in U.S.
General Motors (GM) has announced plans to develop and build an affordable next-gen electric vehicle (EV) at its Fairfax, Kansas, plant. While Chevy's new Bolt EV is entering production by the end of the year at the same Kansas facility, it's unclear whether the up-and-coming next-gen model is part of the Bolt family or a new lineup. GM's president, Mark Reuss, said in October the 2027 Bolt EV's "price isn't final yet," while adding "it [2027 Bolt EV] will be priced only slightly higher than the 2023 Bolt, which started at $28,795, and it will just be one member of a family on the Bolt, including an even lower cost option," according to GM Authority. The average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in May was $57,734, Kelley Blue Book reports. Chevy's 2027 Bolt will be North America's first Ultium-based model with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, helping the model sell at lower prices than ones with nickel manganese cobalt batteries. Despite details on the 2027 Bolt remaining limited, its release around mid-2026 means that Chevy is likely months away from revealing the model. News of the affordable EV in development arrives after GM revealed plans to invest around $4 billion in U.S. production for gas-powered and electric models over the next two years. Domestic manufacturing investments should help GM mitigate the impacts of President Trump's tariffs, which are projected to cost the automaker up to $5 billion in 2025. GM's $4 billion investment will allow the company to manufacture over two million vehicles in the U.S. annually. In addition to making a next-gen affordable EV and the 2027 Chevy Bolt, GM's Fairfax, Kansas plant will support the gas-powered Chevy Equinox's production starting in mid-2027. Equinox sales increased 30% year-over-year during Q1. Separate GM U.S. production facilities include Orion Assembly in Orion Township, Michigan, and Spring Hill Manufacturing in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Orion Assembly will take on gas-powered full-size SUVs and light-duty pickups, while Spring Hill Manufacturing will focus on the Chevy Blazer, the Cadillac LYRIQ and VISTIQ EVs, and the Cadillac XT5. GM's Factory ZERO in Detroit-Hamtramck, Michigan, will handle the Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Cadillac ESCALADE IQ, and GMC HUMMER EV pickup and SUV production. GM also confirmed plans last month to commercialize lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells for future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. These cells will provide a 33% higher energy density compared to the best lithium iron phosphate (LFP)-based cells at a comparable cost. The new battery cells are expected to be a staple of the automaker's electric truck lineup, with over 400 miles of available range, while optimizing savings over their high-nickel pack counterpart, which currently supplies segment-leading range. Following GM's most recent production announcement, the biggest question is whether its next-gen affordable EV will be part of the Chevy Bolt EV family or a new lineup. We also don't know whether the 2027 Bolt EV, which is returning after a three-year hiatus, will revive its hatchback configuration or if the model will adopt crossover styling reminiscent of its EUV version. Still, it's clear that GM's manufacturing strategy is prioritizing affordability in the EV segment and cost mitigation amid tariff policies. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
a day ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
GM Hints at New Affordable Next-Gen EV Made in U.S.
GM has shared info on its development of a new next-gen affordable EV as it ramps up U.S. production with a $4 billion investment. GM's Fairfax, Kansas plant to host automaker's affordable EVs General Motors (GM) has announced plans to develop and build an affordable next-gen electric vehicle (EV) at its Fairfax, Kansas, plant. While Chevy's new Bolt EV is entering production by the end of the year at the same Kansas facility, it's unclear whether the up-and-coming next-gen model is part of the Bolt family or a new lineup. GM's president, Mark Reuss, said in October the 2027 Bolt EV's 'price isn't final yet,' while adding 'it [2027 Bolt EV] will be priced only slightly higher than the 2023 Bolt, which started at $28,795, and it will just be one member of a family on the Bolt, including an even lower cost option,' according to GM Authority. The average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in May was $57,734, Kelley Blue Book reports. Chevy's 2027 Bolt will be North America's first Ultium-based model with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, helping the model sell at lower prices than ones with nickel manganese cobalt batteries. Despite details on the 2027 Bolt remaining limited, its release around mid-2026 means that Chevy is likely months away from revealing the model. GM's ambitious U.S. production plans are taking shape News of the affordable EV in development arrives after GM revealed plans to invest around $4 billion in U.S. production for gas-powered and electric models over the next two years. Domestic manufacturing investments should help GM mitigate the impacts of President Trump's tariffs, which are projected to cost the automaker up to $5 billion in 2025. GM's $4 billion investment will allow the company to manufacture over two million vehicles in the U.S. annually. In addition to making a next-gen affordable EV and the 2027 Chevy Bolt, GM's Fairfax, Kansas plant will support the gas-powered Chevy Equinox's production starting in mid-2027. Equinox sales increased 30% year-over-year during Q1. Separate GM U.S. production facilities include Orion Assembly in Orion Township, Michigan, and Spring Hill Manufacturing in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Orion Assembly will take on gas-powered full-size SUVs and light-duty pickups, while Spring Hill Manufacturing will focus on the Chevy Blazer, the Cadillac LYRIQ and VISTIQ EVs, and the Cadillac XT5. GM's Factory ZERO in Detroit-Hamtramck, Michigan, will handle the Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Cadillac ESCALADE IQ, and GMC HUMMER EV pickup and SUV production. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV — Source: Chevrolet GM also confirmed plans last month to commercialize lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells for future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. These cells will provide a 33% higher energy density compared to the best lithium iron phosphate (LFP)-based cells at a comparable cost. The new battery cells are expected to be a staple of the automaker's electric truck lineup, with over 400 miles of available range, while optimizing savings over their high-nickel pack counterpart, which currently supplies segment-leading range. An employee holds a full-size prototype LMR battery cell at the General Motors Wallace Battery Cell Innovation Center. — Source: Steve Fecht for General Motors Final thoughts Following GM's most recent production announcement, the biggest question is whether its next-gen affordable EV will be part of the Chevy Bolt EV family or a new lineup. We also don't know whether the 2027 Bolt EV, which is returning after a three-year hiatus, will revive its hatchback configuration or if the model will adopt crossover styling reminiscent of its EUV version. Still, it's clear that GM's manufacturing strategy is prioritizing affordability in the EV segment and cost mitigation amid tariff policies. About the Author Cody Carlson View Profile
Motor Trend
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
The Super-Affordable 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV Is Coming Soon—Very Soon
We've known Chevrolet's next-generation Bolt, its most affordable electric model, was due later this year for quite some time. So while it might not seem newsworthy, at first, that General Motors effectively re-confirmed that fact in a humdrum press release touting investments in U.S. manufacturing, it's actually quite a big deal. After all, with many automakers scaling back their EV ambitions or frantically trying to spin up hybrids, GM is largely staying the course—a bet that's paying off handsomely, as the new affordable Equinox EV has sold so well, it's moved Chevy into second place on the EV sales charts. The new Bolt, which we've rendered above and will cost even less than the Equinox EV (pictured below and in the gallery), should push Chevrolet's electric sales even higher. The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV will begin production in late 2025, with availability likely starting in early 2026. Expected to cost around $30,000, it aims to offer nearly 300 miles of range and improve on the old Bolt's affordability and design. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next So, what did GM let slip about the new Bolt? The model year, for starters. Even though production is set to begin later in 2025 at GM's Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas City, the new Bolt will be a 2027 model-year introduction. We're not sure that means anyone needs to wait until 2027 to buy one—most likely, the Bolt will become available early in 2026. The Bolt's price tag, though not confirmed, is widely expected to land at or around the $30,000 mark, while delivering near or close to 300 miles of driving range. Chevrolet has confirmed that the new Bolt will use GM's Ultium component set—the branding of which has changed—meaning it's likely to incorporate the front motor from the entry-level Equinox EV and sit on a similar platform, albeit one smaller and more carlike than that SUV. A big change is headed for the battery, which will be GM's first LFP-style (lithium-iron phosphate) pack, which will make it more affordable. (The company has a three-pronged battery chemistry approach.) The Equinox EV's relatively modest charging specs—it uses a 400-volt architecture, not a pricier 800-volt setup—and DC fast charging speeds max out at a so-so 150 kW—should carry over, again, in a bid to keep things attainable. Regardless, the new Bolt is expected to drastically outpace the old Bolt, which also was super affordable (something that boosted its popularity in its waning years) but suffered from outdated and slow fast-charging speeds of just 50 kW. That old Bolt (below) also delivered more than 250 miles of range, a big reason to expect the new one to land somewhere between that distance and the Equinox EV's 315-mile best. The Bolt's lower, smaller body relative to that electric SUV should help its aerodynamics, while its smaller frontal area will surely boost range even if its battery is smaller than its Equinox sibling's. The Equinox EV already sets a smart standard for basic-yet-functional interior design, and the Bolt will no doubt borrow heavily from that model—namely its Google-equipped digital displays. Though the Bolt will be cheap, the Equinox (as well as the stylish yet affordable Trax) shows Chevy is getting very good at designing low-cost interiors that don't feel low-buck or crummy. We're expecting the Bolt to be larger than before but smaller than the Equinox EV, as well as less upright-feeling than its dumpling-shaped predecessor. It's possible GM tries to inject a little more driving fun into the Bolt, something the old version, while comfortable and refined, sorely lacked. All of GM's EV learnings up to this point are being poured into the Bolt. The automaker has learned a lot about EV customers, their wants, and their pain points, as well as its own technologies; all of that will be synthesized through a filter focused on affordability and accessibility. We're excited to see the new Bolt, and more important, its price. After all, the affordable EV space is heating up. There is a new Nissan Leaf on the way for 2026, and Tesla has promised (again) a more affordable model to slot in beneath its current Model 3. And with the $7,500 EV tax credit in trouble, EVs that are both good and cheap—with or without tax credits—will be critical to serving customers eager to go electric, but less eager to spend big money to do so.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The Most Exciting Electric Cars Hitting the Market by 2027
While electric vehicles are much more popular than they used to be, they still remain fairly niche in the grand scheme of the market. However, production is ramping up on the next generation of EVs, and these new vehicles could completely change the landscape of the automotive market. The technology behind electric vehicles is rapidly changing, and has been for the past decade or so. This development has meant that EVs are constantly improving and becoming a more viable option. Taking a look at what some companies have been working on, we will definitely have some exciting options to choose from in the next couple of years. Exploring the EVs scheduled to hit the market, we've found what we believe are the ten most exciting and important models that should be released before 2027. We explore the ideas behind these electric vehicles as well as some of the core features that may help them change the minds gas enthusiasts. In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources. Models are ranked based on the year in which they are expected to hit the market. The Chevrolet Bolt was an excellent budget electric car, with a palatable starting price and plenty of standard features. This is why we were so sad when it was discontinued after the 2023 model year. Its hiatus, however, has proven to be short-lived, with the next generation expected later this year. Ultium platform Expected range of 250-300 miles Similar price to old model Faster charging Improved exterior design Where before the Bolt EV could be had in hatchback or mini-SUV form, the upcoming model is expected to only be offered as a small crossover. While there aren't a ton of details available for this small electric vehicle, we know it will run on GM's Ultium platform and it will have more range and charge faster than the previous model. A mid-engined Corvette was already a break from convention and had people losing their minds. Then Chevrolet announced a hybrid version of the sports car. Expected next is the first ever all-electric Corvette, which is expected to hit the market sometime later this years. Ultium battery platform Expected all-wheel drive Sleek and aerodynamic Tri- or quad-motor setup Sub-three seconds 0-60 time Chevrolet has been fairly tight-lipped when it comes to the actual features or specs we can expect from the all-electric Corvette. Mostly, we just know that it is confirmed to hit the streets. Other than knowing that it will make use of General Motors' Ultium platform, everything else is speculation. Cadillac was once seen as the pinnacle of luxury, developing cars that weren't just luxurious but were status icons. The Celestiq is an attempt to return to that era, aiming to take on the likes of Bentley and Rolls-Royce. This impressive electric vehicle will reset the trajectory for the American brand. Hand-built Over 300 miles of range Large 55-inch pillar-to-pillar touchscreen Advanced autonomous driving $300,000+ price tag Cadillac aims to build the Celestiq by hand, with a small number of orders being fulfilled. This aspirational, ultra-luxury sedan will likely cost well over the $300,000 mark, and it will be stacked with details to justify this price tag. This is a gamble, though, as we're unsure that the Cadillac badge has the clout to carry it into this segment of the market. Ferrari initially claimed that the full reveal of their first venture into the world of electric vehicles would debut at the end of this year, on October ninth. However, they have since said that the reveal will happen in multiple stages, with the first reveal only being for the powertrain, the second stage being for the design, and the third being the full reveal. Unique electric sound profile Potential simulated shifting Lightweight construction Prioritizes driving feel over power Sub-three second 0-60 time Ferrari has been incredibly tight-lipped about their upcoming electric vehicle. The one thing that we have been given is that the sound it makes will be "authentic". Head of Product Marketing, Emanuele Carando, has said that "electric cars are not silent", and test mules have been spotted making a raucous sound despite their lack of a gasoline engine. BMW has never been scared to push the envelope when it comes to exterior styling. Their Vision Neue Klasse concept car that was unveiled in 2023 was a perfect demonstration of this. The next generation of the 3-Series, which we expect to hit roads next year, takes heavy inspiration from this concept. Based on Neue Klasse platform Minimalist interior Range of 300+ miles Next generation iDrive system Built with sustainable materials The electric 3-Series has been spotted wearing heavy camouflage, but keen-eyed individuals will easily be able to see the relation to the Neue Klasse concept. Alongside the electric i3, BMW has also confirmed the development of a high-performance iM3, which will be an alternative option to the gas-powered model. Honda has partnered with Japanese media brand Sony to create a brand-new automotive brand, Afeela. Their first car, which they have been showing off at CES for the last couple of years, is a sedan creatively named the 1. The sedan aims to take on competitors like the Tesla Model S and the Lucid Air. Advanced AI system Fully-autonomous driving Minimalist design Panoramic screens Gaming integration Rather than offering a more traditional luxury experience in their new EV, the fresh company aims to deliver a tech-laden experience. The dashboard is fully digital, even including cameras instead of side mirrors. It also makes use of 40+ different cameras and sensors which will help drive the autonomous system for hands-free driving. The RSX is a revival of a pretty beloved name from the 2000s. It was teased earlier this year as the Acura Performance EV Concept and features a sloping roofline and sleek curves. While it isn't the JDM-esque sedan that it used to be, Acura's second electric vehicle shows plenty of promise already. Coupe-like styling Uses Honda's EV architecture Premium performance Possibly using LG batteries A-C-U-R-A script on the rear Acura has kept most of the details surrounding the new EV a secret. However, test mules have been spotted that show how the upcoming Acura will make use of SUV-coupe styling, targeting competition like the BMW X6. It will also set the bar for Acuras moving forward, with new standard styling elements, like the brand name printed on the back, becoming the norm. Just like the 3-series, the upcoming generation of the X5 will also feature an all-electric option, dubbed the iX5. This model also takes heavy inspiration from the Neue Klasse concept, with spy shots revealing a smaller grille and new lighting elements. BMW's electric model will aim to take on the Genesis GV80 and the Porsche Cayenne. CLAR Platform Will likely use motors from the i5 sedan Expected range of 300+ miles Large curved screen Semi-autonomous driving One of the things we expect the new generation of the X5 to make use of is the CLAR platform currently used by the 7-Series, 5-Series, and the iX. This platform allows BMW to deliver gas, hybrid, and electric models. It would make sense for the German brand to use the same motors used in the i5 sedan, with some tweaks here and there. Alfa Romeo has been really indecisive in the last little while. They have canceled their plan to become all-electric by 2027 and they have been hot and cold about turning the Giulia into a crossover instead of a sedan. We do know that the Giulia will be reworked for the 2028 model year, with the introduction of an electric option. Stellantis STLA platform Focus on driver engagement Could potentially use motors from the new Dodge Charger Approximately three-second 0-60 time 300+ mile max range Alfa Romeo's indecisiveness means that there hasn't been all that much solid information revealed around the upcoming Giulia. However, it would make a lot of sense for Stellantis to make use of the high-performance parts utilized in the Dodge Charger Daytona EV. Alpine is a French brand that has been producing some exciting performance EVs over in Europe. They have made their intention to enter the North American market by 2027, and a strong candidate for their launch is the upcoming A390. Teasers have been seen, with the full reveal scheduled for later this month. Co-developed with Lotus Lightweight construction Dual-motor All-wheel drive Rally-inspired design Right now Alpine is best known for their A110 gas-powered coupe. However, their plan to enter the United States revolves around a new lineup of electric vehicles. The A390 has been teased as a major rival to models like the Porsche Macan EV, focusing on performance and spirited handling. It has recently been spotted completing its cold-weather testing.
