If so, we assume the Bolt EV would return as a compact crossover, as opposed to the hatchback body style that is currently available. Even if that’s the case, the replacement model should feel vastly different from the outgoing one, thanks to GM’s latest software and, importantly, the Ultium platform.
The arrival of a new Bolt was announced earlier this year, with Barra underlining the importance of the nameplate to GM’s electric endeavors. The CEO said the second-generation Bolt would arrive quickly, thanks to a new engineering program with lower expenses and capital investment.
It will pick up where the old one left off and continue delivering affordable electric motoring to the masses. “It’s also an important source of conquest sales for the company and Chevrolet,” added Barra. It could serve as a stepping stone, and Bolt EV owners could later upgrade to a Blazer EV or a Cadillac Lyriq in future years.