"When the Chevrolet Bolt debuted in 2017, the electric hatchback stood out: Here was an electric vehicle with more than 200 miles of range for less than half the price of a Tesla Model S. The Bolt had its ups and downs, though. A $1.8 billion recall saw the automaker replace the battery packs in more than 142,000 cars, which wasn't great."
"This was not well-received. Even though Chevy promised an almost-as-cheap Equinox EV, Bolt fans besieged the company and engineered a volte face. At CES in 2023, Barra revealed the Bolt would be brought back, with an all-new lithium iron phosphate battery in place of the previous lithium-ion pack."
"When GM originally designed the Bolt, it was the company's sole EV, but now there's an entire (not-) Ultium model range. The automaker also has a giant parts bin to pick from, so the Equinox EV donates its drive motor, plus there's a new Android Automotive OS infotainment system."
The Chevrolet Bolt, GM's bestselling EV, faced cancellation in 2022 when the company planned to retool its assembly plant for electric pickups. However, strong customer backlash prompted GM to reverse this decision at CES 2023. The revived Bolt features significant upgrades including a new lithium iron phosphate battery replacing the previous lithium-ion pack, faster charging capabilities, and modern Android Automotive OS infotainment. The vehicle benefits from GM's expanded EV platform resources, incorporating the Equinox EV's drive motor. Available in LT and sportier RT trim levels, the refreshed Bolt maintains its position as an affordable, practical electric vehicle option.
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