Chevrolet has revived the Bolt EV after previously discontinuing it, with a 2027 model featuring new battery technology and motor while retaining the car's original charm. The new Bolt switches to a lithium iron phosphate battery pack instead of the previous lithium-ion design, addressing past recall issues. Despite GM's broader Ultium-based EV lineup, the Bolt remains an important affordable option in Chevrolet's electric vehicle portfolio.
Background
The Chevrolet Bolt was originally launched in 2017 as an affordable electric vehicle with 200+ miles of range. It became GM's bestselling EV but faced a major battery recall affecting over 142,000 vehicles before being discontinued in favor of GM's Ultium platform vehicles.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Mar 9, 2026 at 09:00 PM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10