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Future Chevrolet EV Plans, Details Revealed

General Motors is stepping up its game in the all-electric vehicle segment in a big way, with “at least” 20 new EV models slated to arrive by 2023. Now, GM has revealed plans for its future Chevrolet EV models.

The revelations come by way of GM’s 2019 Sustainability Report, which was released Thursday. The report looks at several aspects of GM’s push in the EV space, including an upcoming flood of future Chevrolet EV products. Among these is a new midsize SUV, which is expected to ride on the new BEV3 platform.

The BEV3 architecture debuted earlier this year as GM’s global third-generation EV-centric platform, with a flexible design that will underpin multiple brands and segments.

BEV3 platform

BEV3 platform

The report also indicated the arrival of a future Chevrolet EV pickup truck, which will offer more than 400 miles of range on a single charge. This vehicle is expected to ride on GM’s BT1 platform, which is also designed specifically for all-electric vehicles, but is instead focused on the pickup truck and SUV segments, unlike the car-focused BEV3 platform. BT1 will also underpin the upcoming GMC Hummer EV pickup.

BT1 platform

BT1 platform

Finally, the report indicates the release of a new Chevrolet Bolt model which will feature distinct SUV styling inspired by the new Chevrolet Blazer. What’s more, this particular future Chevrolet EV will offer the automaker’s Super Cruise driver assistance feature, making it the first vehicle outside of the Cadillac brand to do so.

We can only assume that when GM hints at the debut of a new Chevrolet Bolt model, the automaker will in fact release two vehicles, namely the refreshed Bolt EV and the new Bolt EUV, the latter of which will be larger and more practical, although both will be based on the BEV2 platform.

What’s more, we know that the Super Cruise hands-free driving tech will be available on as many as 10 vehicles by next year, with upwards of 22 vehicles adopting the tech by 2023.

What are your thoughts on these future Chevrolet EV models? Let us know in the comments, and make sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more Chevrolet news and around-the-clock GM news coverage.

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  1. “We can only assume that when GM hints at the debut of a new Chevrolet Bolt model, the automaker will in fact release two vehicles, namely the Bolt EV and the Bolt EUV, the latter of which will be larger and more practical, although both will be based on the BEV3 platform.”

    Did you mean to say BEV2? Because we already knew the Bolt EUV was based on the old platform.
    Unless you are talking years down the line.

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    1. Thanks for calling that out, Nebula. I did indeed mean BEV2, not BEV3. The post has been updated.

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  2. If GM wants to be an EV leader, it has to show the next EV now, so that EV can be in production by 2021. Or else it will get behind Ford and the others.

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    1. Why does GM need to show it now? Technically GM could wait till it’s in pre-production to show it. Development doesn’t hinge around the reveal.

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      1. Because I am about to buy something else and am tired of waiting on wishes.

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  3. Was there an indication whether the Chevrolet Bolt will, indeed, look like the Buick Velite 7 from China? I’m trying to see if it’s possible the Buick could come to the US, if the Chevrolet would get different styling. Thank you.

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  4. Does this mean that we will get a 2nd gen Bolt soon?

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    1. The gen 2 Bolt EV and Bolt EUV are coming next year as 2022 models.

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      1. So GM might have a Chevrolet Mach-E competitor by 2023?

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        1. GM has a factory Detroit-Hamtramck and a battery plant in Lordstown capable of producing over 200k vehicles a year. Ford is maxed out at 50k, so whether GM has a competitor to the Mach-e doesn’t matter as long as they are capable of producing and selling over 200k EVs a year.

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          1. @theflew
            I never said anything about capacity. I said let me know when Chevrolet has a Mach-E competitor.
            The Bolt EUV is like the size of the Trailblazer per media that has gotten to see it.

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            1. Capacity is important, as said earlier GM outside of Tesla have long term planning for E/V despite ICE revenue and some people on here thinking GM failed because they didn’t introduce an E/V that hit 60 in 2 seconds. More than likely an Mach-E competitior would come from Buick.

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              1. @Guestt
                So does Buick compete with Ford now? I thought Buick was Premium like Lincoln?
                My point is still the same, Chevrolet fell behind Ford which is ridiculous especially when you consider the head start GM had.

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                1. So what?, Ford killed their Buick competition (Mercury) while Buick is going strong in China.

                  One whole EV that appeals to idiots and teens is supposed to put GM out-of- business while GM have a program and infrastructure rather than just a model. Look, go on what you want but GM is actually putting rubber on the road for EVs. Complain at Ford, they’d slidelined their EV program while GM was behind in ’10.

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                  1. I am not old enough to really remember but wasn’t Mercury the competitor to Oldsmobile? Apologies if I am wrong.
                    I always though Buick was Lincoln competitor and Ford had nothing for Cadillac, hence “Standard of the World” slogan.

                    Who said anything about going out of Business?
                    I never once said that Ford Motor Company is ahead of GM. I said how did GM allow Ford to leapfrog Chevrolet so badly when they started so much earlier. Yes I call that unacceptable and pretty ridiculous.
                    Chevrolet cannot sell Old EV Tech in tiny vehicles when the rest of the Auto Makers are making EV CUV’s the size of lets say the Nox.
                    Hurry up already Chevrolet.

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  5. It’s still anyone’s guess whether the GEN 2 Chevrolet Bolt gets introduced before Cadillac’s Lyriq which is supposed to be the next General Motors EV.

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  6. 50k combined sales at best and I’m being generous.

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    1. I’m not sure why people are giving you thumbs down, it’s a fairly honest statement. The Bolt only sold 16k units last year and is on the same pace this year. It’s nice that GM has invested so heavily in the electric vehicles, but right now traditional ICE vehicles are in much larger demand. Maybe GM could focus a little money, just a dab, on a better offering utilizing the Vss-f platform.

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      1. I mean absolutely no disrespect to anyone that has a Bolt. I am only compering it to other vehicles.
        Does anyone realize how difficult it is to convince a NON EV Believer into a Bolt than lets say the cheapest Tesla?
        It isn’t because Tesla the name it is because once I sit someone down and explain their Day to Day operation of a Tesla than a Bolt, it literally makes zero sense to get a Bolt. Just the DC Fast Charging alone takes it off most people list let alone the Kids toys plastic grade interior.
        GM has some work to do in the EV game. If you cannot charge a modern EV up to 250 Klw so basically 20% to 80% IN ABOUT 20 Minutes it will be a NOOOOOOO for Non EV believers. This is the secret sauce to Tesla. Nothing really changes for most people. When I road trip I stop for 15 minutes to go to the Bathroom and get snacks and coffee. So changes nothing for most ICE Drivers to convert into a Tesla.

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        1. Legit statement. The only reason I drive a Bolt is because used ones were available for around $20k. I was close to leasing a Tesla for $100/month more for all the reasons you mentioned.
          I took nine months of deep diving the numbers to grok EVs and sort out a used Bolt was a good value for a near-disposable EV commuter while the tech transitioned over the next few years.

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          1. @Carter Harvey
            Exactly. Bolt is great for a City run about as long as you can charge at home or office. Especially if you get a great deal on it or slightly used as you did. It has great Range for everyday driving too.
            It is just not meant for longer Trips. DC Fast Charging capability is just not there.

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            1. The Bolt’s 50kW charging cap agrees with you.
              With home charging, it’s a stupidly economical daily commuter.
              My trips from San Diego to Disneyland and other cities in SoCal say the fast charging issue is manageable. Not awesome, just manageable.

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        2. “I mean absolutely no disrespect to anyone that has a Bolt.”
          OK, that’s good, because..
          “…once I sit someone down and explain their Day to Day operation of a Tesla than a Bolt, it literally makes zero sense to get a Bolt.”
          So are you saying that “telling someone their personal decision makes zero sense” isn’t meaning disrespect?
          Because I think it is… When you think about it…
          As for me and my day to day operation.
          It would be identical whether I had a Tesla or a Bolt.
          Plug in at home. Wake up to a full charge. Done that for 3+ years.
          Nothing against Tesla’s. They are great cars. Glad they are out there. Have many friends who have them.
          But there are valid reasons for owning a Bolt. Maybe not for you. And that is fine.
          Options are good. IMHO..

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          1. I said literally.
            I even said that for Home Plug in and pretty much city driving the Bolt is a great vehicle especially if you get a great deal on them which most of the time GM has.
            Most people that are not EV Adopters will most likely not be able to understand or accept DC Charging one vehicle in say an hour and a half when the other vehicle that they only know is an EV charges in 20 minutes at a Fast Charger. That was the point I was trying to make. No disrespect was meant to anyone. I was making a General statement about how a Non EV knowledgeable person would look at the two vehicles.
            It would be easier to talk them into going EV over ICE in a Tesla like vehicle than the Bolt Tech which is not at the same level. That was my main point I was trying to convey.

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          2. True me also for my VOLT. I will get a BEV only if 300 miles or more and the charging speed to get to 80% is 30 minutes or less as I travel long distance rarely and can live with that time as you say for a quick break for whatever reason say 2 times on my distance travels when I dont fly.

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        3. People buying Bolts are using them mainly for commuting and regional travel. I’ve used my DC fast charge about 4 times in 3 years. Most charge at home overnight. They also save $10K-$20K in actual transaction price over a Model 3. Just depends on what people need vs what people want.

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          1. Yes agreed.

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  7. GM always promising all these new models etc but rarely delivering.

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  8. GM and EV’s, blah, blah, blah, blah. Enough with the talk, let’s see them walk the walk. And don’t give us the mis-shapened SUV/CUV style we’ve gotten dribbled out the door so far. Something stylish, with 300+ mile range, and features we all want, at a price a lot of us can afford. Oh, and creating a nationwide quick charge system would be a nice bonus!

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    1. @JAWS4
      You are 100% correct. Give us the Chevy version of the Lyriq ASAP GM
      Cannot have Ford jump in the EV game so late and completely leapfrog GM so Badly with the Mach-E
      Man I hate giving Praise to Ford.
      They introduced four new vehicles and they are much better than what Chevy has
      Mach-E
      F-150
      Bronco
      Bronco Sport

      MAKES ME SICK TO MY STOMACH TO PRAISE FORD!!!

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      1. The biggest take away from your post is that Ford got in the EV game after GM had a couple of models of its own out in the real world. Ford proceeded to leapfrog GM and brought us a better looking design, with better real life appeal and at a reasonable price. And GM countered with blah, blah, blah, blah. For the record, my last 8 vehicles have been GM products, including my current 2019 Chevy Silverado LTZ Crew Cab.

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      2. Yet who do you think has a better understanding of EV’s and has more capability of growing faster in the EV space? Hint – not Ford. Mach E is a nice looking EV, but limited to 50k worldwide. The Bronco is a very nice looking and functional vehiclr, but what is the market for a Bronco like vehicle? At 16 my daughter wanted a jeep because that’s what all the girls on the soccer team were getting. Do you think the Bronco would even have been an option? It’s like wanting an iPhone and you come home with a LG Android phone.

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  9. The Nissan entry coming next year looks like a winner, so Chevy needs to step up its game or will lose out to the competition.

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  10. about the 2017 Bolt:
    I love it. I’m glad you are addressing the rough ride due to the short wheel base.
    I wish you would develop a county wide way of paying for charges like easy pass.
    What are you doing about tat?
    Eileen

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  11. I want to see the goods, date and relative pricing. Or its whatever is best out that I can afford by then. Tired of waiting!

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  12. “At least” 20 new EV models slated to arrive by 2023. Well, let’s see them. That’s only two years from now.

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    1. Real question is does “arrive” mean at dealers for purchase or just unveiled as future models. GM has really failed in the EV world. I am going to replace my ATS in the next two years, and the Mach E and tesla model 3 are the leading contenders for me right now. Pretty sad considering I haven’t owned a non GM vehicle in 20 years.

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    2. 2023 doesn’t necessarily mean for North America…

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  13. We own a 202 Volt. Great car!

    We leased a 2017 Bolt. Again, great car!

    It is time for us to decide on a new vehicle. What does Chevy have that is new and improved for us? Promises. The same promises they made a few years ago….

    So we have ordered a Ford Mach-E.

    GM has lost us as customers because of inaction. And that is just sad!

    JMHO

    Jim

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  14. Thanks for showing my 2020 Oasis Blue Bolt.

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  15. I still see no answer to my question about GM’s plans to develop a way of paying for charges that works across the Continental USA….like Easy Pass system.
    Eieen

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