In a market where federal tax credits are no longer cushioning electric car prices, the upcoming 2027 Chevrolet Bolt arrives as GM’s latest attempt to keep affordable EVs within reach. Shown off quietly to existing owners, the 2027 model rolls in at $29,990 including destination fees, offering a handful of upgrades over its predecessor rather than any sweeping reinvention.

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This represents a modest price increase over the 2023 model that was discontinued two years ago, and although it remains the most affordable EV from an American brand, the new Bolt still sits several thousand dollars above the entry-level 2026 Nissan Leaf, which is due to arrive next spring starting at $25,360.

Production and Core Specs

At a recent event, Chevrolet confirmed that production of the 2027 Bolt will begin early next year at its Kansas City facility. As revealed in recent images, the electric hatch will include a standard NACS charging port, aligning it with the new industry standard.

It has also been confirmed to come standard with a new 65 kWh lithium-ion phosphate battery pack that will provide it with 255 miles (410 km) of driving range, according to GM’s own estimates. That represents a modest improvement over the outgoing model’s 247-mile figure.

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Beyond boasting a better range than the outgoing Bolt, the new one’s DC charging speeds are no longer capped at 50 kW. Instead, it can charge at up to 150 kW, meaning the battery can be topped up from 10-80 percent in 26 minutes. That’s a big improvement over the old model and matches the charging speeds of the new Leaf.

Chevy has also equipped the Bolt with a new motor, borrowing the unit found in the Equinox EV and producing 210 hp. Performance times have yet to be announced, not that Bolt owners are the kinds of buyers that’ll be participating in traffic light races.

Pricing and Trims

The 2027 Bolt will debut first as a Launch Edition, starting at $29,990 with destination and delivery included. A slightly more affordable LT trim will follow next year priced from $28,995.

From a visual standpoint, the alterations made to the Bolt are less significant than many had expected. Indeed, it mostly looks like a facelifted version of the outgoing model. Key changes made include the fitment of new headlights, different taillights, and a unique tailgate with a redesigned bumper.

The interior is also very similar. However, Chevy has added a larger digital instrument cluster and moved away from gear selector buttons on the transmission tunnel, instead opting for an electronic column shifter.

A particularly welcome addition is a set of large physical dials for temperature and fan speed, providing straightforward control without touchscreen fuss. Two new storage compartments now sit within the dashboard, directly in front of the passenger, adding extra practicality to the cabin.

The new 2027 Bolt is set to make its public debut before the end of the year, but the wait has effectively been cut short. A completely undisguised prototype was spotted and photographed by Instagram user chargepozitive , giving us an unhindered view of the updated design. The images confirm what earlier spy shots hinted at, that this is more of a facelift than a full redesign.

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Captured in a sharp shade of metallic blue, the Bolt EUV was seen charging at a Tesla Supercharger, where its new NACS port was on full display. Positioned on the driver-side front fender, the port mirrors the layout of the outgoing model while aligning the car with the industry’s growing charging standard.

Evolution Over Revolution

In terms of design, GM has worked to overhaul the front fascia of the Bolt by adding new LED daytime running lights that are now connected to the main headlamps positioned further down on the bumper. It has also added a different black grille with a honeycomb mesh pattern, which we think gives the updated Bolt a cleaner and slightly more premium look.

Viewed from the side, there’s very little to differentiate the new model from the one it replaces. That means it has the same door skins and the same thick C-pillars. At the rear, the most noticeable changes are the new taillights and the refined bumper, which features more painted elements.

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Tech Beneath the Surface

Limited technical details about the new model are known at this stage, but we do know it will be underpinned by the BEV2 platform with a 400-volt electrical architecture. The old model had been criticized for only supporting DC charging speeds of up to 55 kW, so we expect some speed improvements to be made to this new model.

Powering the latest Chevy EV will be a lithium-iron phosphate battery pack supplied by CATL, a move that should help balance cost and durability. The last Bolt managed an EPA-rated 247 miles (398 km) of range, but expectations for this update are higher. To stand as a credible rival in today’s market, Chevrolet will likely need to push that figure closer to the 300-mile (482 km) mark.

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Not too long ago, legacy automakers were struggling to keep pace with Tesla, as more buyers left their gas-powered cars behind for the Californian brand’s electric line-up. Now the tide appears to be shifting. Fresh data shows Tesla’s brand loyalty has dropped noticeably, with a growing number of owners not only moving to rival marques but, in some cases, even leaving EVs behind altogether for diesel-powered trucks from the likes of Chevrolet and Ford.

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The new study from S&P Global shows that in the second quarter of 2025, Tesla’s brand loyalty in the US dropped 9.4 percent from the year before, landing at 58.1 percent. That figure put the company behind Ford at 59.6 percent, though it stayed just ahead of Chevrolet at 58 percent, Toyota at 57.3 percent, Honda at 54.9 percent, and Mercedes-Benz at 54.2 percent.

Aging Line-Up and Image Issues

According to S&P Global, loyalty rates at Tesla started to fall earlier this year, due in part to its aging line-up and reliance on just two high-volume vehicles, the Model 3 and Model Y. Both have received updates, but their foundations trace back several years. With no fresh addition, buyers are increasingly tempted by rival brands offering broader choices. Additionally, the political leanings of head honcho Elon Musk continue to turn off many owners.

Analysts stress that Tesla’s drop is not simply a rejection of electric cars, but rather a reflection of buyers migrating to brands offering more diverse lineups and equipment choices. BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota are among the biggest winners when Tesla’s sedan and SUV buyers defect, highlighting the brand’s limited variety.

Switching to Other Fuels, Including Diesels

From those walking away from Tesla, 68.9 percent chose another EV as their next vehicle in the first half of this year, down from a peak in the mid-70s during 2023. The remaining 31.1 percent switched fuel types, with 28.2 percent moving to hybrids and an unexpected 2.9 percent opting for diesel, an unusual move for former EV drivers.

Other interesting findings from the study show that when ex-Tesla owners moved to Chevrolet, 55 percent went back to gas, 37 percent chose another EV, and nearly 8 percent somehow landed in diesels, according to Autonews. The report doesn’t explain that last group, though it’s hard not to imagine many, if not all, being unhappy Cybertruck owners defecting to diesel-powered Chevy Silverados.

Tesla’s advantage over Ford has also shrunk, with its conquest ratio sliding to 1.9-1 from 2.4-1 a year earlier. Among defectors to Ford, half bought gasoline models, 29 percent stayed electric, 13 percent opted for hybrids, and 5 percent decided diesel was the answer. BMW doesn’t look much better for Tesla either: 47 percent of switchers there picked gas, 42 percent went electric, and 11 percent settled on hybrids.

EV Repeat Buyers Losing Momentum

Overall, loyalty to battery-electric vehicles has slipped to 58.7 percent in 2025, down from nearly 68 percent two years ago, pointing to a wider slowdown in repeat EV purchases. Traditional internal combustion models still hold the highest loyalty at around 84 percent, though that figure is gradually declining. Hybrids are gaining ground but continue to trail both ICE and BEVs.

In contrast, loyalty is strengthening among buyers of other electric marques. Fuel-type loyalty for non-Tesla EVs has climbed to 46.4 percent, up from roughly 45 percent in 2020, suggesting adopters outside the Tesla ecosystem are more committed to staying electric. Overall EV brand loyalty has also improved, rising to 43.5 percent compared with around 40 percent in 2021, buoyed by a wave of more competitive models.

Tesla Still Winning Over Many Buyers

Even with defections mounting, Tesla continues to attract a healthy share of conquests. In the second quarter, it won over about twice as many Chevrolet drivers as Chevrolet did Tesla drivers. That ratio, however, is down sharply from 4-1 it had been just a year ago.

The difference is even more stark when looking at BMW. Tesla’s conquest-to-defection ratio ratio against the German brand was around 9-1. Today, with BMW fielding a much broader range of electric models, that figure has fallen to just 1.5-1.

In contrast, loyalty is strengthening among buyers of other electric marques. Fuel-type loyalty for non-Tesla EVs has climbed to 46.4 percent, up from roughly 45 percent in 2020, suggesting adopters outside the Tesla ecosystem are more committed to staying electric. Overall EV brand loyalty has also improved, rising to 43.5 percent compared with around 40 percent in 2021, helped by a wave of more competitive and appealing models.

Preferences Over Price

One crucial detail stands out: price is not the driving factor. Data shows that most households moving away from Tesla are buying vehicles in the $60,000 to $75,000 range, indicating the trend has more to do with preference and product variety than with saving money.

“Tesla brand loyalty is still strong, but it’s no longer the default,” said S&P Global. “In a more competitive, more body style-rich EV market, even category leaders are being held to a higher standard.”

John Halas contributed to this story.

America’s auto policy is in flux yet again and it’s already messing with production schedules. General Motors is one of the first big names to blink. It will pause production of two electric models in December and scale back output well into 2026, a move that will bring temporary layoffs.

The decision follows policy changes from the Trump administration, which has scrapped the federal EVs tax credit and removed penalties for automakers that miss fuel efficiency targets. With fewer incentives in place, manufacturers have more reason to lean on gas-powered vehicles.

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According to a report from Reuters, GM’s production cuts will start in October and November when its assembly plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee, which is responsible for building the Cadillac Lyriq and Vistiq, is shuttered. In December, assembly of the two models will also be paused.

Production at this same plant will also be significantly curtailed through the first five months of 2026. This will force the company to temporarily lay off employees working on one of the two shifts at the plant

Ripple Effects at Other Sites

It’s not just this site in Tennessee that is impacted. GM has reportedly decided to indefinitely delay the start of a second shift at its plant near Kansas City. This site will be home to the next-generation Chevrolet Bolt, which is set to commence production later this year. While this move isn’t expected to impact the launch of the new Bolt, it does mean that The General will not ramp up production as much as it had initially planned.

Sales Momentum Meets Caution

GM’s electric lineup has been gaining traction, with August marking its strongest EV sales month to date at 21,000 units. The thing is, much of that surge is tied to the final days of the $7,500 federal tax credit, which expires at the end of the month. Without that incentive, demand for electric vehicles will likely ease.

The company admitted that changes are less about immediate EV demand and more about preparing for slower overall industry growth. In a statement to Reuters, GM said it is “making strategic production adjustments in alignment with expected slower EV industry growth and customer demand by leveraging our flexible ICE and EV manufacturing footprint.”

Still, executives are keen to emphasize that the automaker is not backing away from electrification entirely or they’re just putting on a brave face. According to GM head of North America Duncan Aldred, “the strength of our ICE portfolio will continue to separate our brands from the pack and give us flexibility and profitability that EV-only companies lack.”

The clean vehicle tax credit is set to expire on September 30 and that looming deadline has kept dealers busy. In fact, GM said “U.S. electric vehicle sales likely set an all-time monthly record in August” as consumers made a mad dash to buy an EV before the incentive expires.

Thanks to the rush, GM sold more than 21,000 EVs in August to set a new monthly record. While the automaker didn’t release hard numbers, they reported strong demand for the affordable Chevrolet Equinox EV as well as the upscale Cadillac Lyriq and GMC Sierra EV.

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General Motors went on to say they’re the second best-selling EV company in America and they’re expecting a busy September as well. What happens next is the big mystery, but sales are expected to collapse.

GM North America President Duncan Aldred said, “There’s no doubt we’ll see lower EV sales next quarter after tax credits end September 30, and it may take several months for the market to normalize.” He went on to say “we will almost certainly see a smaller EV market” and the company will respond by cutting production. Despite this grim outlook, Aldred believes they can still grow their electric vehicle market share.

As he explained, before the Inflation Reduction Act was passed, the strongest EV segments were for luxury and affordable vehicles. GM has these bases covered with Cadillac as well as the Equinox EV and reborn Chevrolet Bolt.

The automaker added, “We are seeing marginal competitors dramatically scale back their products and plans, which should end much of the overproduction and irrational discounts we’ve seen in the marketplace.” GM also noted their ICE-powered lineup will “continue to separate our brands from the pack and give us flexibility and profitability that EV-only companies lack.”

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Chevrolet has trotted out a handful of Corvette concepts over the past few months and that continues today with the new CX and CX.R Vision Gran Turismo. They’re futuristic supercars that were created by the Chevrolet Performance Studio in Warren, Michigan.

Interestingly, Chevrolet emphasized that while the CX and CX.R are not bound for production, “the pair will serve as inspiration to inform Corvette design language for years to come“.

Unveiled at The Quail, the CX embraces “quintessential Corvette hallmarks” while pushing the car into radical new territory. It features an evolutionary front fascia with aggressive intakes and slender lighting units. They’re joined by sleek bodywork and pronounced wheel arches, which stand out as the car is less than 41 inches (1041 mm) tall.

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Aerodynamics played a big role in the design and there are a couple of active components including the front diffuser and rear wing. Chevrolet also took a cue from the McMurtry Spéirling as the concept has built-in fans that “draw air through the open-channel bodywork, generating massive downforce and adjusting the airflow over the rear diffuser to refine aerodynamic balance in real-time.”

The jet-like canopy opens forward to reveal a minimalist cabin with Inferno Red sports seats wrapped in premium silicone leather. We can also see milled aluminum components and forged carbon fiber accents.

On the technology front, the Corvette CX has a motorsport-inspired steering wheel with an integrated display. Chevrolet said it’s used to operate all major controls and keep the driver’s focus on the road ahead. Aiding in this is a ‘digital windscreen,’ which apparently acts as a massive heads-up display.

Since we’re in fantasy land, Chevrolet said the car features four electric motors that generate a combined output in excess of 2,000 hp (1,491 kW / 2,028 PS). They’re powered by a 90 kWh lithium-ion battery and give the concept four-wheel torque vectoring.

Corvette CX.R Vision Gran Turismo

The Corvette CX.R Vision Gran Turismo follows in the footsteps of the standard CX, but was designed for racing. As a result, it wears a black and yellow livery as well as a more extreme aero package.

The changes immediately stand out as we can see a larger front splitter, revised intakes, and sportier side skirts. They’re joined by a fixed rear wing and a ventilated engine cover.

Drivers will find a lightweight carbon fiber dashboard and purpose-built seats wrapped in suede. The cabin also has a revamped steering wheel and yellow accents.

Chevrolet envisions the race car would use a twin-turbo 2.0-liter V8 engine that runs on e-fuel and produces 900 hp (671 kW / 913 PS). It’s connected to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, which sends power to the rear wheels.

The car has also been outfitted with three electric motors as there’s one for each front wheel as well as a third in the aforementioned gearbox. The company said this would provide “instant torque” as well as a combined output of 2,000 hp (1,491 kW / 2,028 PS).

Both cars will come to Gran Turismo 7 later this month as Chevrolet worked with Polyphony Digital to incorporate them into the iconic racing game.