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Kia e-Niro (Niro EV): Could This Family-Friendly EV Be Your Next Ride? 

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Please note: This video was filmed in 2019. Since then, minor changes have been made to the Kia e-Niro's interior (a larger touch-screen), but there is no change to its battery pack and drivetrain.  The delay in publishing was caused by an attack on our internal (and external) servers, some of the video files for this review were lost for more than a year. ---- While difficult to get hold of in certain parts of the world, the Kia e-Niro (or Niro EV) has offered car buyers willing to spend Model 3 money a chance to own a family-friendly crossover that's larger than the Chevrolet Bolt (Opel Ampera-e) that's capable of going the distance on long-distance road trips.

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs – Chevy Bolt EV is undoubtedly an utterly new subcompact that may shortly display on the industry after that year. It gives several auto businesses from all around the entire world jointly in the single show. You will find numerous impressive modern technology and new cars that could be identified. GM will assistance the latest Bolt EV with the small worldwide design that is distributed to all of the Chevrolet Sonic models. Thus, Chevrolet delivers any Chevrolet Bolt EV in this particular Auto Show. And let us acquire an appearance much closer into this phenomenal upcoming car.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Exterior

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Chevrolet provides that Chevrolet Bolt EV had a huge cabin. This kind of car can come designed with 60/40 car seats collapse downward flat incorporates a toned surface and incredibly lean, but comfy car seats that help offer sizeable lower-leg area. The dash panel comes after the common twin cockpit type utilized by Chevrolet on almost all their cars, the only significant difference becoming that all of them in any Chevrolet Bolt EV, some touchscreen manage graphical user interface is included as well. Aside from that it Chevy Volt reviews will likely develop one more delight is all the infotainment program, an entirely latest version of which in turn Chevy My Weblink will help Google Android Auto and The apple company CarPlay. But the original tale is how easy to customize this technique.

Exterior And Interior

Exterior part, lately made Bolt EV features a fundamentally fascinating area. The body is set up with a five various-doorway where can undoubtedly use the interior from the cabin. Virtually any of us would capable of seeing have been that masterfully made Directed front lights, that indeed will present some great add-on from it, been recently very imaginatively re-developed, tail lighting fixtures. A classy grille is now there in the front side part, and typically the car is also provided with fog lighting. The fender is larger in proportions which safeguard the front side region. House windows in rear section are smaller compared to that of front side as it has a growing body, experiencing a sloping roof structure collection. This innovative artistic, creative designers obtained a great idea the best practice to lessen the standard weight in the just recently made Chevrolet Bolt EV.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Interior

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Engine

Every folk’s detail regarding the engine place supplies a very managed strategy, until finally at some point the distinct Bolt EV’s unveiling. Based on programs, it can get started at the end of the 2018 year. All the car producer is however to disclose official information regarding its drive-coach. By rumors, all of the cars can provide all around 150 hp and close to 300 lb feet of twisting. Motor speeds up from 0 towards 60 miles per hour within seven mere seconds. The new age group of battery power permits quite successful and speedy recharging. Electricity intake has not yet nevertheless been identified however it is thought that it will likely be more significant than the past model. These rumors declare how the narrative Chevy Bolt EV electronic run powerplant will help the confident DC speedy seeking. The use of aluminum, carbon dioxide fiber content along with other components will impact the lowering of overall excess weight and boosting Chevrolet Bolt EV general performance.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Specs

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Release Date And Price

Technically, all the Chevrolet Bolt EV begins at $37,495 such as vacation spot. But since it is eligible for a new $7,500 government taxation credit score, all of the base price is efficiently under $30,000. Additional sweetening the offer, a lot of suggests offer you further discounts or income tax credits to incentive purchasing electric autos. After Chevrolet provides more than 200,000 entirely electrical and then plug-in hybrid automobiles. Even though, that changes. Based on established quotations, Chevy will move that tag afterward this year.

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs – Chevy Bolt EV is undoubtedly an utterly new subcompact that may shortly display on the industry after that year. It gives several auto businesses from all around the entire world jointly in the single show. You will find numerous impressive modern technology and new cars that could be identified. GM will assistance the latest Bolt EV with the small worldwide design that is distributed to all of the Chevrolet Sonic models. Thus, Chevrolet delivers any Chevrolet Bolt EV in this particular Auto Show. And let us acquire an appearance much closer into this phenomenal upcoming car.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Exterior

Feature

Chevrolet provides that Chevrolet Bolt EV had a huge cabin. This kind of car can come designed with 60/40 car seats collapse downward flat incorporates a toned surface and incredibly lean, but comfy car seats that help offer sizeable lower-leg area. The dash panel comes after the common twin cockpit type utilized by Chevrolet on almost all their cars, the only significant difference becoming that all of them in any Chevrolet Bolt EV, some touchscreen manage graphical user interface is included as well. Aside from that it Chevy Volt reviews will likely develop one more delight is all the infotainment program, an entirely latest version of which in turn Chevy My Weblink will help Google Android Auto and The apple company CarPlay. But the original tale is how easy to customize this technique.

Exterior And Interior

Exterior part, lately made Bolt EV features a fundamentally fascinating area. The body is set up with a five various-doorway where can undoubtedly use the interior from the cabin. Virtually any of us would capable of seeing have been that masterfully made Directed front lights, that indeed will present some great add-on from it, been recently very imaginatively re-developed, tail lighting fixtures. A classy grille is now there in the front side part, and typically the car is also provided with fog lighting. The fender is larger in proportions which safeguard the front side region. House windows in rear section are smaller compared to that of front side as it has a growing body, experiencing a sloping roof structure collection. This innovative artistic, creative designers obtained a great idea the best practice to lessen the standard weight in the just recently made Chevrolet Bolt EV.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Interior

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Engine

Every folk’s detail regarding the engine place supplies a very managed strategy, until finally at some point the distinct Bolt EV’s unveiling. Based on programs, it can get started at the end of the 2018 year. All the car producer is however to disclose official information regarding its drive-coach. By rumors, all of the cars can provide all around 150 hp and close to 300 lb feet of twisting. Motor speeds up from 0 towards 60 miles per hour within seven mere seconds. The new age group of battery power permits quite successful and speedy recharging. Electricity intake has not yet nevertheless been identified however it is thought that it will likely be more significant than the past model. These rumors declare how the narrative Chevy Bolt EV electronic run powerplant will help the confident DC speedy seeking. The use of aluminum, carbon dioxide fiber content along with other components will impact the lowering of overall excess weight and boosting Chevrolet Bolt EV general performance.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Specs

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Release Date And Price

Technically, all the Chevrolet Bolt EV begins at $37,495 such as vacation spot. But since it is eligible for a new $7,500 government taxation credit score, all of the base price is efficiently under $30,000. Additional sweetening the offer, a lot of suggests offer you further discounts or income tax credits to incentive purchasing electric autos. After Chevrolet provides more than 200,000 entirely electrical and then plug-in hybrid automobiles. Even though, that changes. Based on established quotations, Chevy will move that tag afterward this year.

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GM Recalls Chevy Bolts for Second Time Due to Fire Risk

General Motors Co. GM -1.26% is recalling its all-electric Chevrolet Bolt for a second time because of a potential battery defect that can cause a fire, underscoring the technical challenges car companies face as they race to develop more plug-in vehicles.

GM said Friday that its investigation into recent battery fires involving the cars found that manufacturing defects in a certain battery cell were the root cause. It is asking owners of 2017-2019 model year Bolts to keep their electric-vehicle charges at a certain level and to park the cars outside after charging them.

Under the previous recall, initiated in November, owners of 69,000 Bolts were advised to get a software update that would monitor the condition of the lithium-ion battery and flag any potential problems.

GM has since learned that at least one battery fire occurred in a vehicle that had received the software update, the company spokesman said. The company is aware of eight fires total and two related injuries but no deaths, he said.

“Unfortunately the software update was not fully effective in addressing the safety risk in the vehicle, hence the second recall,” the spokesman said.

The remedy will include some changes to the battery hardware but a final solution hasn’t yet been determined, he said.

Shares of GM fell 31 cents to $55.33 in midday trading Friday.

The problems come as major auto makers deepen their investment in electric vehicles with plans to release dozens of new plug-in models in the coming years, a shift being driven by tighter tailpipe-emissions regulations. GM is placing one of the auto industry’s biggest bets on the technology with plans to spend $35 billion by 2025 on 30 new electric models.

Electric-vehicle entrepreneurs are working on the industry’s biggest bottleneck: charging infrastructure. Companies are building more chargers, but it may not be enough to make EVs work for people who can’t plug in at home. Photo illustration: Carlos Waters/WSJ

Electric vehicles still account for a small percentage of the overall car market, but their sales are picking up in the U.S. and globally, as new options become available in showrooms and auto executives push to highlight the benefits of the technology. In the first half of 2021, sales of plug-in electric vehicles in the U.S. more than doubled over the prior-year period, far outpacing the broader auto industry’s growth.

Still, challenges remain for auto manufacturers trying to convince buyers to make the switch, including higher sticker prices, range anxiety and a lack of charging stations. Concerns about battery fires have also weighed on the auto industry, although researchers have said the risks of a blaze in an electric vehicle are comparable to gas-powered cars and incidents are relatively rare.

The lithium-ion batteries in electric cars are similar to those found in consumer electronics and are designed to store large amounts of energy relative to their size. To power an automobile, car companies use more of them, and the energy demands are higher, creating a unique hazard.

Other car companies also have had trouble in the past year with fires involving lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles. Ford Motor Co. , Hyundai Motor Co. and BMW AG each issued recalls for new battery-powered models last year.

The Bolt until recently was GM’s only electric vehicle on sale in the U.S. It recently began selling a larger version of the Bolt and later this year is scheduled to release a Hummer electric pickup truck under its GMC brand.

Meanwhile, owners are being told to charge their cars to 90% capacity and not to drive them below 70 miles of range. They also should park their car outside immediately after charging and not charge them overnight, the company said.

The auto maker said notified customers last week that it was investigating the cause of two battery fires.

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LG Energy Solution, a unit of Korea’s LG Group, supplies the battery cells for the Bolt. A LG representative didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

The Hummer and other plug-in models in the works for GM brands will use a new electric-vehicle system that was developed by the Detroit auto maker and includes an updated battery chemistry, the company has said.

GM is moving to produce its own batteries through a joint venture with LG. The two companies are building a battery factory in Ohio and GM has said it plans three more U.S. battery plants. Their collaboration reflects a broader push by car companies to secure future battery supplies as competition for the parts and materials intensifies.

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GM and LG announce another $2.3 billion EV battery plant

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GM and LG announce another $2.3 billion EV battery plant

The new plant, GM’s second EV battery operation with LG, will be adjacent to the automaker’s Spring Hill assembly plant in Tennessee, where it announced last fall a $2 billion investment to build electric vehicles.

The two companies already have another EV battery plant under construction in Lordstown, Ohio, which was announced in 2019 and is set to open next year. The new Tennessee plant is expected to open in late 2023 and employ 1,300 workers, said GM CEO Mary Barra.

The Spring Hill investment and the battery plants “demonstrate we’re committed to changing the world right now,” said Barra. “A fundamental shift in transportation is taking place and General Motors will lead the way. We’re seeing growing enthusiasm from all corners.”

Virtually all automakers are ramping up production plans for electric vehicles, both to meet increasingly tougher environmental regulations as well as increasing demand among car buyers. Electric cars have fewer moving parts than gas-powered vehicles, and therefore can be cheaper to build because they require less labor.

EV battery shortage ahead

But there is a looming shortage of the batteries needed to power the cars. The lack of inventory could put upward pressure on battery prices, and keep the cost of EVs higher than traditional gasoline cars.

“We’re working to make sure we have adequate supply [of batteries] all the way from the mines,” Barra told investors in February when discussing GM results. “It’s one of the reasons why we’re investing in our own [battery] cell manufacturer …. We want to be in control of our own destiny … making sure we have the ability to have the cells that we need.”

But all automakers are scrambling to find the supply of batteries they’ll need for their EV plans. Even with its own battery plant in Nevada that has been up and running for years, electric car leader Tesla (TSLA) said it needs more batteries from suppliers. It also said that a lack of batteries is the reason it has yet to come out with an electric semi-tractor truck, which will need five times as many batteries as a typical EV.

At the beginning of this year the Center for Automotive Research estimated that current North American EV output could be satisfied with 30 gigawatts of batteries annually, but that could rise to 140 gigawatts in only five to six years. Current plans for investment that been announced only gets the industry to about 80 gigawatts of capacity.

Brett Smith, director of technology for the Center for Automotive Research, a Michigan think tank, said until recently he didn’t think there would be an shortage of EV batteries. Now he does think one is likely if not inevitable.

“My perspective has changed significantly in the last six months. These companies are truly putting their money where their mouths are. This change is happening,” he said about EV production plans. But it will be difficult for the battery supply to keep up with those more ambitious EV plans.

“Building the plant isn’t a huge problem. But making sure the supply lines are available for that quantity of raw materials and chemicals is a much bigger challenge,” he said.

Where will batteries come from, who will build them

The Biden administration has identified EV batteries as one of the four supply chain segments, along with computer chips, pharmaceuticals and some rare earths and other raw materials, in which the US government will work to encourage domestic production rather than relying on international sources from China and elsewhere.

GM’s only EV available for sale at US dealerships, the Chevrolet Bolt, gets its battery imported from South Korea. But that is a different, less expensive battery than the ones to be built in Ohio and Tennessee. Those will be GM’s new Ultium battery that will be the basis of its upcoming electric vehicles such electric Hummers and the Cadillac Lyriq.

Who will build the batteries — and how much they’ll be paid — remains an active question.

GM and LG already had a Michigan plant that built batteries for the discontinued plug-in hybrid Volt. While those workers were represented by the United Auto Workers union, they were paid about $15 to $17 an hour, roughly half of what veteran workers at GM’s US factories are paid.

“We believe that GM has a moral obligation to work with the UAW and the joint venture partner to make sure these are good paying union jobs like those of their brothers and sisters who make internal combustion engines,” said a the UAW in a statement Friday.

Barra did not address what the Tennessee plant will pay its workers. In late 2019 when announcing the GM-LG plant in Ohio, she said if electric vehicle sales are going to grow, then the cost of building the batteries need to be kept in check.

“You have to be competitive,” she said at that time, then adding, “But I think these will be good paying jobs.”

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But in the other intense a power large like Valero has the ability to produce 76 million of yearly income with only 0. pAt the main one intense businesses like Target need an enormous labor force within the hundreds of thousands to operate store operations round the globe. 4 of employees of Walmart.

The speed of mainstream EV ownership continues to be sluggish but is predicted to speed up as car manufacturers overcome these 5 crucial challenges. Gas and oil businesses a minimum of double the amount sales per worker than businesses in every other industries whilst health care and resources businesses likewise have higher proportions as well. Nevertheless for many different factors EVs have to date battled to split in to the mainstream sales for only 2.

Many would concur that the international change to electrical automobiles EV is a vital part of reaching a carbon free future. Cars have depended around the internal burning motor Glaciers since the earlier 20th century and for that reason the possession experience with an EV might be more nuanced. 5 of worldwide automobile revenue in 2019.

This outcomes within the 5 crucial difficulties we look at below. Be aware the focus on initial simply because in the long run EVs might actually be less expensive to maintain. Many budget conscious purchasers also depend around the utilized market where EVs havent much presence.

Authorities financial assistance and the price of electrical energy are also elements to consider. If the market is capable of a typical 31 moment cost time EVs could attain 224 million in yearly earnings throughout these 8 markets alone. Fleet managers people who supervise automobiles for solutions like shiing noted a greater typical EV showing selection of 341 miles.

Similar to cost occasions there is a lot doubt encompassing infrastructure. Despite selection becoming much less important than cost occasions or variety creating models that attraction to numerous customer markets will probably assist to speed up EV adoption. Marketplace study will be in demand nevertheless simply because behaviour in the direction of EVs differ by country.

EVs are the very least aealing within the U. This may be the effect of a reduce understanding of vehicles in generalin 2000 for instance China experienced just 4 thousand vehicles spread throughout its populace of more than 1 billion. And Norway which coincidentally possess the greatest GDP per person one of the 8 nations surveyed.

S. Caution ought to be exhibited since these estimations depend around the 5 crucial difficulties becoming resolved within the short term future. We imagine just how far well liked EV models will give you on real world paths in between significant metropolitan areas and that are the most price effective.

This hinges in a few elements such as technical change facilities expense along with a change in customer attitudes. But changing from the fuel vehicle to an electrical 1 isnt seamless. Between expanding issues about local weather change new commuting actions because of to COVID 19 and upcoming coverage changes the worldwide changeover to electrical automobiles EVs is nicely below way.

For numerous customers the most crucial element of the electrical car is just how much they could journey on one charge. With getting and variety capacities to think about as well as the helping facilities nonetheless becoming gradually rolled in numerous components around the globe comprehending the facts of EV transport is vital. By dividing store price from the optimum selection of every car we are able to paint better image of efficiency.

Though Tesla prospects on general variety and electric battery capability sales for your price of every car implies that cost efficiency is much more competitive amongst brands. 39mile of variety whilst nonetheless putting in the most efficient 10 for variety with 259 kilometers 417 km Top the rest is definitely the Chevrolet Bolt which experienced a price of 141. 15mile of variety adopted from the Tesla Design 3the most effective from the automakers present lineup.

Just powering in 2nd location is the Hyundai Kona electrical at 144. On 1 hands the drive for electrification and advancement in EVs has pushed electric battery capability greater and expenses considerably lower. As the tidal influx of electrical car need and ownership carries on to get vapor customers should expect growing advancement to increase ranges reduce the cost and open options.

As electric batteries take into account the majority of excess weight price and satisfaction in EVs these benefits pays in lengthier ranges and higher productivity with more recent models.

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Price, Interior And Specs – Chevy Bolt EV is undoubtedly an utterly new subcompact that may shortly display on the industry after that year. It gives several auto businesses from all around the entire world jointly in the single show. You will find numerous impressive modern technology and new cars that could be identified. GM will assistance the latest Bolt EV with the small worldwide design that is distributed to all of the Chevrolet Sonic models. Thus, Chevrolet delivers any Chevrolet Bolt EV in this particular Auto Show. And let us acquire an appearance much closer into this phenomenal upcoming car.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Exterior

Feature

Chevrolet provides that Chevrolet Bolt EV had a huge cabin. This kind of car can come designed with 60/40 car seats collapse downward flat incorporates a toned surface and incredibly lean, but comfy car seats that help offer sizeable lower-leg area. The dash panel comes after the common twin cockpit type utilized by Chevrolet on almost all their cars, the only significant difference becoming that all of them in any Chevrolet Bolt EV, some touchscreen manage graphical user interface is included as well. Aside from that it Chevy Volt reviews will likely develop one more delight is all the infotainment program, an entirely latest version of which in turn Chevy My Weblink will help Google Android Auto and The apple company CarPlay. But the original tale is how easy to customize this technique.

Exterior And Interior

Exterior part, lately made Bolt EV features a fundamentally fascinating area. The body is set up with a five various-doorway where can undoubtedly use the interior from the cabin. Virtually any of us would capable of seeing have been that masterfully made Directed front lights, that indeed will present some great add-on from it, been recently very imaginatively re-developed, tail lighting fixtures. A classy grille is now there in the front side part, and typically the car is also provided with fog lighting. The fender is larger in proportions which safeguard the front side region. House windows in rear section are smaller compared to that of front side as it has a growing body, experiencing a sloping roof structure collection. This innovative artistic, creative designers obtained a great idea the best practice to lessen the standard weight in the just recently made Chevrolet Bolt EV.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Interior

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Engine

Every folk’s detail regarding the engine place supplies a very managed strategy, until finally at some point the distinct Bolt EV’s unveiling. Based on programs, it can get started at the end of the 2018 year. All the car producer is however to disclose official information regarding its drive-coach. By rumors, all of the cars can provide all around 150 hp and close to 300 lb feet of twisting. Motor speeds up from 0 towards 60 miles per hour within seven mere seconds. The new age group of battery power permits quite successful and speedy recharging. Electricity intake has not yet nevertheless been identified however it is thought that it will likely be more significant than the past model. These rumors declare how the narrative Chevy Bolt EV electronic run powerplant will help the confident DC speedy seeking. The use of aluminum, carbon dioxide fiber content along with other components will impact the lowering of overall excess weight and boosting Chevrolet Bolt EV general performance.

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Specs

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Release Date And Price

Technically, all the Chevrolet Bolt EV begins at $37,495 such as vacation spot. But since it is eligible for a new $7,500 government taxation credit score, all of the base price is efficiently under $30,000. Additional sweetening the offer, a lot of suggests offer you further discounts or income tax credits to incentive purchasing electric autos. After Chevrolet provides more than 200,000 entirely electrical and then plug-in hybrid automobiles. Even though, that changes. Based on established quotations, Chevy will move that tag afterward this year.

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Top 3 Cars from Westside Chevrolet Houston

1.       2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Starting Price: $37,495- Combined Fuel Economy - 118 MPGe 200 HP

·         Bluetooth Wireless Technology

·         Cruise Control

·         Hands Free Phone

·         Bluetooth Streaming Audio

·         Folding Rear Seat

·         Cloth Seats

·         Remote Control Lift gate/Trunk Release

 2.       2019 Chevrolet Cruze. Starting Price: $18,870- Combined Fuel Economy-33 MPG 153 HP

·         1.4-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Gasoline Engine

·         7-inch Touch Screen - Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration

·         Teen Driver Technology

·         New Front Fascia, which Features a Larger, More Pronounced Grille

·         Folding Rear Seat

·         Cloth Seats

 3.       2020 Chevrolet Impala. Starting Price: $32,495- Combined Fuel Economy-22 MPG 305 HP

·         Standard V6 Engine

·         8-inch Touch Screen

·         Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

·         Blind-spot monitor, lane-change alert and rear park assist

All of these Chevrolet Cars are definitely worth every penny you invest in!

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2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Review: Improved Range Battles Chilly Temperatures

Electric car buyers care about two crucial things: how much range the vehicle offers and how long it takes to charge. Until the 2019 model year, the Chevrolet Bolt EV, our 2017 Car of the Year, was good for 238 miles, but a mild midcycle refresh for the 2020 model year extends the range to 259 miles. Although that increase might not seem significant, it is when you take a look at Chevy’s electric car competition. With Hyundai, Kia, and Tesla all offering EVs with a range of 239-plus miles for less than $40,000, Chevy’s modest range increase keeps the Bolt EV competitive.

The charging times remain the same—it takes about 10 hours to completely charge the battery on a Level 2 charger, and when the battery is depleted, users can get up to 90 miles in 30 minutes using a Level 3 charger. Those with no access to a fast charger at home can expect a charge of about 4 miles per hour on a 120V charger.

In addition to the extended range, the Bolt EV’s refresh also includes some mild upgrades. A new grille tweaks the front end’s look, and the car now also gets a high-definition rearview camera, high-definition cameras for the surround-view camera system, and the second generation of the full display mirror, which is frameless and has optional settings as well as a high-definition camera. Other than that, the interior and exterior remain the same, save for the addition of two new exterior color options, Orange Metallic and Oasis Blue. (The 2019 Bolt EV is shown here.)

But how did the engineers increase the battery’s range without changing its size or weight? The updated battery went from 60 kW-hr to 66 kW-hr, an increase of 10 percent. Engineers changed the material and chemistry of the lithium-ion battery, but the number of electrons remains the same. A change in the ratio of manganese, lithium, cobalt, and nickel helped them reach their 10 percent goal, which translates to 21 more miles of range.

To test the new range, we drove from Tacoma, Washington, to Portland, Oregon. Instead of driving 144 miles down Interstate 5, we chose the scenic route, driving west toward U.S. 101 then going south to Astoria, Oregon, where we then headed southeast toward Portland. The 2020 Bolt EV should’ve covered the 246-mile route with no issues, but an early fall cold front brought chilly temperatures to the Pacific Northwest and impacted our range. When we left Tacoma, the temperature was 38 degrees, but by the time we got through the rush-hour traffic, we saw a bump in range thanks to the Bolt EV’s smart regen braking. Most of the time my co-driver and I drove in Low mode, which has a more aggressive regen when you take your foot off the gas. Using the paddle shifter for even more regen also helped during rush hour. By the time we got out into the countryside, though, it was clear we weren’t going to make it to Portland on one charge.

We arrived at our lunch stop in Astoria with 96 miles ahead of us, but the trip computer indicated we only had about 65 miles of juice left. We got to an Electrify America DC fast-charging station in Kelso, Washington, with 25 miles of range; after a 15-minute stop, our range increased to 72 miles, enough to make it to Portland International for my flight home.

In our test, the 2020 Bolt EV had enough juice to cover about 200 miles of our route—short of the 259 miles it promises to deliver (and also short of the 2019 Bolt EV’s 238 miles). But we can’t blame everything on the car. It’s tough when you think you have sufficient battery life to get where you’re going but weather conditions hamper you. Colder temperatures affect battery performance; strong wind gusts also contributed to our range shortfall. However, the quick 15-minute stop was enough for us to continue on our way.

And although the charging infrastructure isn’t at its best yet, it’s getting better. One of the Electrify America chargers wasn’t working when we got to the station, and with only three chargers available, some of the journalists who showed up after we did had to wait in line to recharge. On the other hand, Chevrolet is taking steps to make it easier for drivers to charge their Bolt EVs. The myChevrolet app includes navigation showing stops with fast chargers on your route.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV was and still is a fun car to drive. It delivers instant torque, like all electric cars, and also handles well on twisty roads. Its 200 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque are enough to for a mid-6-second 0–60 sprint. (Our long-term 2017 Bolt EV made it from 0 to 60 in 6.3 seconds.) And although it has some drawbacks, like a noisy interior, it continues to be a sharp EV.

Although the interior has lots of hard plastics, Chevy designers did a good job of selecting a different color palette for the dashboard; the nice white color gives the cabin a premium look. The 10.2-inch infotainment screen is big and has modern graphics and cool colors that give it personality, and the 8.0-inch digital instrument panel is bright and easy to read. We wish there were a bit more room for cargo, but passenger space is still be ample—both in the front and the rear.

There’s no denying that the Bolt EV we crowned MotorTrend’s 2017 Car of the Year is facing more challenges today than it did back then. The Hyundai Kona Electric delivers 258 miles, the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus comes in at 240 miles, and the Kia Niro EV has 239 miles of juice. All of them are capable and competitively priced; the electric vehicle market is not the same as it was three years ago. Only time will tell whether the 2020 Bolt EV will continue to shine as brightly as it did when it first arrived.

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EV advocates, critics charged up over B.C. goal of phasing out gas vehicles by 2040 Travis McKeown with his new blue Chevy Bolt in Richmond, BC., May 6, 2019.Nick Procaylo / Postmedia When Travis McKeown considered getting rid of his 2007 Honda Civic recently, the high price of gas and the abundance of government rebates made the idea of switching to an electric vehicle too good to pass up. The 32-year-old IT worker did the math on his daily commute from Surrey to Richmond, the travel range needed for his wife and two young children, the cost of premium gas for his Civic SI, the fact he’d get an HOV sticker for the George Massey Tunnel, the lower maintenance fees and the almost $16,000 in rebates currently available from the provincial, federal and SCRAP-IT programs. In the end, McKeown bought a fully loaded $60,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric, and cut the price down to $44,000 with incentives. He took possession of his high-tech new ride early May 2019, and is pleased at how it all worked out. “If the rebates weren’t there, it wouldn’t make sense,” he said of his purchase. However, McKeown is now facing hassles and more than $4,000 to get a charger installed in his strata townhome due to electrical upgrades. The B.C. government is counting on motorists like McKeown to sort out the details and make the switch from gas to electric vehicles as part of its aggressive target to require all new car, SUV and light-duty trucks sales be zero-emission by 2040. The idea to phase out gas vehicles as part of the NDP’s Clean B.C. climate-change-pollution

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Chevrolet Bolt EV, Cadillac CT5 et Salon du Hobby

Le 10 avril 2019

Enfin, j’ai réussi à mettre la main sur la Chevrolet Bolt électrique pour toute une semaine. Cette petite auto était si populaire qu’elle n’était que rarement disponible. Et là encore, elle avait été inscrite à mon agenda il y a plus d’un mois mais on a dû me la retirer car elle devait servir à une conférence quelconque. J’avais déjà conduit la Bolt auparavant mais que quelques minutes et dans des conditions idéales. J’anticipais l’essayer en plein hiver pour voir si elle se débrouillerait bien dans notre dur climat. Je l’aurai donc eue en hiver mais pas nécessairement dans des conditions difficiles sauf, peut-être la dernière journée.

Ma Bolt d’essai fichait une voyante couleur verte du nom de Shock! (Photo Éric Descarries)

La Bolt est une véritable petite citadine efficace ! (Photo Éric Descarries)

Pour ceux qui ne le savent pas, la Bolt est une auto entièrement électrique de General Motors contrairement à la spectaculaire Volt qui, incidemment, n’est plus en production. La Bolt est une sorte de sous-compacte à traction avant mue par un moteur électrique de 200 chevaux en prise directe avec les roues avant. Cela veut dire pas de boîte de vitesses. Elle n’en a d’ailleurs pas besoin. Selon son constructeur, cette jolie petite urbaine aurait une autonomie qui frôlerait les 320-330 kilomètres d’autonomie. Elle serait donc capable de certaines longues distances mais il faudrait alors compter sur une recharge pour le retour. Et, dans le cas de celle-ci, il faudrait attendre environ neuf heures avant que la batterie soit « pleine » (si vous disposez d’un chargeur de Type II, 150 kilomètres par 90 minutes environ). Toutefois, en conditions urbaines, la Volt s’avère un choix idéal avec une capacité de charge qui devrait durer toute une journée, voire plus. Évidemment, si vous achetez une Bolt (le mot veut dire « éclair » en anglais), vous choisirez alors la recharge avec le chargeur approprié connecté aux 220 volts. Dans mon cas, je me suis contenté du chargeur de base avec connexion domestique à une prise de courant extérieure de 120 volts. J’ai alors pris l’habitude de recharger la batterie chaque nuit pour me retrouver avec une voiture « pleine » chaque matin. L’indicateur au tableau de bord marquait alors que la batterie de la Bolt me permettrait une autonomie d’environ 280 kilomètres en utilisation normale avec un maximum d’environ 320 kilomètres si je pouvais faire appel à la régénération au maximum (avec les freins ou en descendant plusieurs côtes) et un minimum d’environ 250 kilomètres si j’exigeais plus du moteur.

Le «génie» sous le capot, ce petit moteur électrique capable de l’équivalent de 200 chevaux! (Photo Éric Descarries)

Si l’on s’arrête au design extérieur de la Bolt, on reconnaît rapidement le design des calandres typiques aux produits Chevrolet. La caisse n’a rien de spectaculaire, c’est celle d’une petite auto urbaine à quatre portes avec un arrière tronqué dont le coffre est atteignable par un hayon. L’aimer ou pas n’est qu’une question de goût mais, en ce qui me concerne, je la trouve assez jolie. Il faut dire que la couleur verte (Shock) de ma petite auto d’essai était plutôt voyante. Plusieurs la comparaient aux peintures un peu folles des produits Chrysler des années soixante (que FCA nous a récemment ramenées).

Le tableau de bord est un petit dénudé mais il a une instrumentation complète. (Photo Éric Descarries)

L’intérieur est un peu moins spectaculaire. En fait, sa finition fait trop plastique. Le tableau de bord est d’une grande simplicité avec des commandes faciles à retrouver. L’instrumentation est relativement simple avec le compteur de vitesses et quelques fonctions de base surtout axées sur le fonctionnement et la charge de la batterie. Pas de jauge d’essence (!), pas d’indicateur d’huile et ainsi de suite. Quant à l’écran central, il est un peu petit mais fonctionnel. Mon auto d’essai n’avait pas de GPS (GM croit que la connexion de votre téléphone intelligent avec l’application de GPS devrait combler cette lacune.  

Les places arrière sont relativement généreuses pour une petite voiture mais le dessin de la finition est vraiment simpliste. L’auto mériterait une plus belles sellerie…surtout à ce prix! (Photo Éric Descarries)

Par contre cet intérieur est spacieux! Vu que mon véhicule d’essai était un modèle Premier, ses sièges avant (d’un dessin un peu simpliste) étaient chauffés. Les places arrière étaient quand même généreuses pour une si petite auto. Le coffre n’est pas des plus grands mais il pourrait suffire à transporter les quatre ou cinq sacs de voyage des passagers. Si les places arrière ne sont pas utilisées, on peut en rabattre les dossiers pour en agrandir l’espace.

Ce n’est pas le plus grand des coffres mais il suffit aux besoins de base. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Sur la route

Bien entendu, c’est sur la route qu’on découvre la Bolt. Pas de bruit de démarreur lorsqu’on «part» le véhicule. Le levier de vitesse «normal» permet au conducteur de passer en vitesse. C’est fou de ne pas entendre de bruit de moteur à l’accélération. Toutefois, la Bolt nous surprend par des accélérations vives, peut-être les plus vives des autos de ce format avec un 0-100 km/h d’environ sept secondes. Et les reprises sont aussi «folles»! La visibilité y est très bonne et la direction, quoique un peu imprécise, est rapide. Le freinage qui sert à la régénération est aussi puissant. Les pneus d’hiver Michelin ont été aussi silencieux que désiré pour une voiture qui n’émet pas de bruit de mécanique. Outre le manque de ce son, la Bolt se conduit comme une petite voiture ordinaire…vite…mais ordinaire. Le seul désagrément que j’ai vécu avec la Bolt, ce fut de déplier le câble d’alimentation pour la prise électrique. Il est toujours sale à force de traîner à terre. Puis, il est froid à manipuler en hiver! Je n’ai pas de prise de chargeur spécial (de type II) qui pourrait recharger la batterie en neuf heures, si elle est complètement déchargée. Mais je ne faisais qu’une soixantaine à une centaine de kilomètres par jour et je rebranchais chaque soir. Le lendemain matin, j’avais tout le jus dont j’avais besoin. Il faut dire que cette semaine ne fut pas trop froide. Toutefois, alors que j’allais rapporter l’auto chez GM, la tempête de verglas que nous avons vécu (surtout à Laval) commençais à frapper. J’ai alors dû utiliser les essuie-glaces avant et arrière, les dégivreurs avant et arrière, les sièges chauffants en plus de plus de chauffage et alors, j’ai constaté que la réserve de courant baissait plus rapidement. Pas tragiquement mais plus rapidement!  Difficile d’expliquer la «consommation» mais l’instrumentation marquait 24,1 kWh/100 km…

Les pneus d’hiver Michelin sont demeurés silencieux pour la Bolt. (Photo Éric Descarries) 

Toutefois, il reste un obstacle important…le prix! Le prix de base d’une Bolt EV Premier est de 49 600 $. Sa peinture Shock est une option de 490 $ alors que les détails en décalques noir affichent un prix de 260 $. Cette Bolt était équipée de l’option Driver Confidence d’aide à la conduite de 795 $. Évidemment, notre bon vieux gouvernement canadien «sérieux» oblige la surtaxe d’accise de 100 $ pour le climatiseur (cette loi vieillotte s’appliquait aux grosses autos des années soixante-dix avec moteur à essence (!) V8 dont le compresseur du climatiseur pompait un peu plus de puissance du moteur…donc de l’essence…ALLO! La Bolt ne consomme pas d’essence…Elle est ÉLECTRIQUE mesdames et messieurs les fonctionnaires…Oh Zut! Peine perdue…Donc, ajoutons-y le transport, la préparation de 1795 $ et quelques autres petites dépenses et on en arrive à un total de 53 040 $ ! OK, il est possible de profiter d’une remise d’environ 8000 $ du gouvernement provincial et la subvention de 2000 $ de Ville de Laval si vous y demeurez et si vous y payez des taxes…Quand même, le prix demeure assez élevé pour une auto de cette dimension. Rappelez-vous, ce n’est pas une luxueuse Tesla!

Enfin, sachez que si l’auto vient avec une garantie de trois ans, son système électrique incluant la batterie a une garantie de 8 ans (160 000 km) alors que la Bolt vient aussi avec une assistance routière de 5 ans (100 000 km). Semble-t-il qu’en calculant bien son budget basé sur les dépenses normales que l’on vivrait avec une auto à moteur à essence (à coup de 75 à 90$ d’essence par semaine plus l’entretien avec les changements d’huile et autres), on devrait y gagner au change. Ouais! Si je m’y mets, peut-être que je reconnaîtrai cette affirmation…Qu’importe, au départ, j’ai été impressionné par la Bolt! Sachez-le, je la recommande. Elle fait partie du petit groupe de voitures électriques qui peuvent faire autour de 250 kilomètres et plus par charge et cela, c’est déjà remarquable. La Bolt connaît une certaine concurrence et elle en connaîtra d’autres sous peu…Quelque chose me dit qu’avant longtemps, il y aura plus de voitures électriques sur nos routes que prévu…Avec ces prévisions du prix de l’essence qui devrait graviter autour des 1,50 $ le litre l’été prochain…

(Ironie du sort, comme j’allais finir ce blogue et le publier…j’ai vécu une panne d’électricité de plus d’une trentaine d’heures dans mon patelin…c’est drôle, parler d’autos électriques pendant une panne…comme quoi il faut remettre la charge chaque fois que l’on rentre chez soi pour bout de temps! Vaut mieux prévenir que guérir…)

J’ai aussi fait un petit voyage éclair à Detroit pour assister à une explication détaillée de la nouvelle Cadillac CT5 qui sera dévoilée publiquement au Salon de New York la semaine prochaine. Mais il faudra attendre pour s’en reparler. Je suis sous embargo pour les détails…

La nouvelle Cadillac CT5 sera dévoilée au public au Salon de New York la semaine prochaine (Photo Éric Descarries)

Avertissement aux amateurs de miniatures

Attention, amateurs de miniatures qui ont l’habitude de se rendre à l’école polyvalente Georges-Vanier de Laval pour le salon du Hobby (anciennement Expo-Train). CE Salon qui s’est déroulé à cette école le week-end dernier déménagera ses pénates à l’École Académie Junior de Laval, 2323 boul. Daniel-Johnson, Laval à partir des 2 et 3 novembre prochains!

Le maintenant légendaire Salon du Hobby change de place. Il a encore prouvé sa popularité le week-end dernier. (Photo Éric Descarries)

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December 29 Green Energy News

Headline News:

“Massachusetts Reboots Its EV Incentive Program” • After January 1, the maximum rebate for EVs in Massachusetts will be reduced to $1,500 and only fully battery electric or hydrogen fuel cell cars will be eligible. Hybrids will not be given rebates. In addition, the sticker price of the car must be under $50,000 to qualify for the program. [CleanTechnica]

Chevrolet Bolt

“WSJ Auto Columnist: Next Vehicle Will Be Electric, Gasmobiles Soon to Be Like Flip Phones” • Wall Street Journal auto columnist Dan Neil discussed his next car. It will be an EV. He said, “During the reasonable service life of any vehicle I buy today, I expect the demand for IC-powered vehicles will drop to practically zero. [CleanTechnica]

“EPA Proposes New Rule That Could Allow Fewer Restrictions on Toxins” • The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it is proposing new rules for the regulation of hazardous air pollutants, potentially making way for fewer restrictions on various pollutants in the future. A number of groups were quick to criticise the move. [CNN]

“Powerhouse 3.0 Solar Shingles Head to The Roof” • The snail-slow solar shingle race is moving once again, as Real Goods Solar accepted the first of its $127 million worth of Powerhouse preorders on December 27. The company also announced plans to ramp up production every quarter during 2019 toward a 5-MW annual capacity. [CleanTechnica]

“NREL Details Great Potential for Floating PV Systems” • In a paper that was published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, researchers at the DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory estimated that floating solar PVs on the more than 24,000 man-made US reservoirs could provide about 10% of the nation’s electricity. [POWER magazine]

For more news, please visit geoharvey – Daily News about Energy and Climate Change.

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2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Specifications and 2019 Upgrades!

With more than 200 miles of range, ample of space for cargo and people, a friendly price tag, and a brilliant driving experience, the 2018 Bolt EV is a mainstream electric car that makes every drive possible no matter what road you take for your Bolt EV. 

It can undoubtedly fulfill the needs of most commuters.

Before we jump on to 2018 Bolt EV specifications, it is necessary to know few upgrades which Chevrolet had made for its 2019 version of Chevrolet Bolt EV.

They are;

Improved user experience.

The charge-termination feature now has more selectable levels at which you can choose to stop charging.

Its Low driving mode has been updated to keep the Bolt from moving when the seatbelt is unbuckled and it has stopped moving.

The touchscreen now has separate buttons for air conditioning and heat.

Inflating the tires is easier with a tire-fill alert that indicates when it has reached the correct pressure.

2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Trims

The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a hatchback that is offered in just two trims;

2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT

2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier

Both share the similar mechanical running gears, including the vast 60-kWh underfloor battery that is ideal for nearly 238 miles on a complete charge and a 200-horsepower electric motor.

Drivability

It is complex to imagine how it could drive efficiently. The electric motor is smooth, and the single-speed direct-drive transmission never changes.

Steering

Turn the wheel, and the Bolt reacts smoothly, with a just precise level of response that's neither too dead nor too darty. There is also good feedback and good feel as you dial in more steering; moreover, on the freeway, it has good straight-ahead steadiness that doesn't ask a lot of driver attention.

Acceleration 

Being equipped with plenty of oomph when you press the Bolt's accelerator, It merges onto freeways effortlessly, and there's a good amount of reserve power for passing on two-lane paths. 

Braking

The Bolt is distinct among EVs because it depends on conventional friction brakes in mode D, which is why they are so consistent and feasible to function. It stops from 60 mph in an outstanding 116 feet, put the lever in L mode for strong regenerative braking and improved range.

Comfort

On balance, the Bolt comes as comfortable- like any EV, its cabin is exceedingly quiet.

Interior

The Bolt's interior is operational, with simple-to-understand functions, and adequate room in the front and the back, as well as easy entry and exits, are the most feasible attributes to consider.

Utility 

As a ground-up design, the 2018 Bolt EV does well in this segment because of the underfloor position of its vast drive battery, a tall profile, a situation that has no negative results for either passenger or cargo space.

Cargo Space 

At 16.9 cubic feet with every seat in function, the 2018 Bolt's EV cargo area is properly sized. The floor panel cover can either be left in place for hidden basement storage or removed to carry bulkier things. To open up a bigger space, fold one or both parts of the 60/40-split back.

Child Safety Seat Accommodation

LATCH anchors and top tethers covering all three rear seat positions, and you can select to accommodate one car seat in the middle of a pair in the outer seat space. The anchors are easy and simple to reach, and the door opening is adequately large and doesn't slope down much. There's enough space for bulky rear-facing seats.

Technology

The Bolt handles smartphones intelligently, with up to four USB ports slot. Apple Android and Apple Car Play will echo your phone's map on the primary screen, but you have should have one of those phones/devices have a good data plan and be in an area with data coverage.

Driver Aids

Our Premier came familiar with rear cross-traffic, blind-spot monitoring, and rear parking sonar, all of which are voluntary on LT. Extra systems that are optional on the Premier /not available on LT include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assistance.

To know more about the 2018 & 2019 Bolt EV, head to Westside Chevrolet updated inventory in Katy, TX!

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General Motors and DTE Energy are Making Michigan a Clean Energy Powerhouse

General Motors and DTE Energy are Making Michigan a Clean Energy Powerhouse

General Motors and DTE Energy are working together to accelerate Michigan’s transition to renewable energy with a deal to source 500,000 megawatt hours of solar energy as part of DTE’s MIGreenPower program. This follows an initial investment of 300,000 MWh of wind energy purchased by GM in February 2019, bringing the total amount to more than 800,000 MWh, or the amount of electricity consumed by more than 100,000 homes in an average year.*

The MIGreenPower program is available to all DTE Electric customers who want to attribute a greater percentage of their energy use to DTE’s wind and solar energy operations.

GM’s investment in MIGreenPower should deliver enough clean energy to supply GM’s Southeast Michigan facilities by 2023, including the Renaissance Center global headquarters in Detroit, the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, the Milford Proving Ground in Milford and two local assembly plants; Orion and Detroit-Hamtramck, as well as several smaller GM sites across Southeast Michigan.

By 2023, GM’s Orion and Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plants are expected to be powered by renewable energy. Orion Assembly builds the Chevrolet Bolt EV.** Detroit-Hamtramck will build the GMC Hummer EV, Cruise Origin and other future EVs.** GM has also committed to expanding the availability of workplace charging stations at its facilities in Southeast Michigan, which will also be powered by wind and solar.

“Projects like this can have a substantial impact on reducing emissions and we’re proud to lead the way in clean energy procurement in our home state,” said GM’s Chief Sustainability Officer Dane Parker. “Not only should this agreement reduce emissions in the near term, it’s a glimpse into a world with electric vehicles, built by renewable energy, and in the case of our workplace chargers, charged by a green grid too. And as we scale our EV portfolio and access to a green grid around the world, the future looks brighter than ever.”

This investment will fund two new DTE solar parks that are currently in development and will be among the largest in the state. GM’s initial MIGreenPower commitment was used to fund three wind parks scheduled to achieve commercial operation at the end of 2020. Based on similar projects, DTE expects this investment to support approximately 1,500 clean energy jobs in Michigan during project construction.

“DTE is grateful to GM for their commitment to building a clean energy future for Michigan,” said Trevor F. Lauer, president and COO, DTE Electric. “We developed MIGreenPower to provide all of our customers, business and residential alike, with access to more clean energy. We have enrolled thousands of residential customers in the program as well as some of our state’s most well-known companies. We encourage all of our customers to sign up and help us accelerate renewable energy development in Michigan and help mitigate the impacts of climate change.”

DTE has also accelerated its carbon reduction goals to reduce carbon emissions 80 percent by 2040 and to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in its electric company by 2050. Growing participation in its MIGreenPower voluntary renewable energy program will play a key role in achieving these targets. Customers who match their electricity use to DTE’s utility-scale wind and solar projects increase the amount of renewable energy DTE can build beyond what is required by law, accelerating the demand for clean energy and providing more access to these projects.

“This investment is in line with GM’s accelerated renewable energy commitment to source 100 percent of GM’s U.S. facilities with renewable energy by 2030 and global facilities by 2040,” said Parker.

DTE Electric customers interested in signing up for the MIGreenPower program can enroll by visiting www.migreenpower.com or calling 855.613.4445

* According to the EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator. **Chevrolet Bolt EV, GMC Hummer EV and Cruise Origin are built in Michigan from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

About DTE Energy

DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide. Its operating units include an electric company serving 2.2 million customers in Southeast Michigan and a natural gas company serving 1.3 million customers in Michigan. The DTE portfolio includes energy businesses focused on power and industrial projects; renewable natural gas; natural gas pipelines, gathering and storage; and energy marketing and trading. As an environmental leader, DTE utility operations will reduce carbon dioxide and methane emissions by more than 80% by 2040 to produce cleaner energy while keeping it safe, reliable and affordable. DTE Electric aspires to achieve net zero carbon by 2050. DTE is committed to serving with its energy through volunteerism, education and employment initiatives, philanthropy and economic progress. Information about DTE is available at dteenergy.com, empoweringmichigan.com, twitter.com/dte_energy and facebook.com. 

About General Motors

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around. General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Holden, Baojun and Wuling brands. More information on the company and its subsidiaries, including OnStar, a global leader in vehicle safety and security services, and Maven, its personal mobility brand, can be found at http://www.gm.com.

source: https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/44826-General-Motors-and-DTE-Energy-are-Making-Michigan-a-Clean-Energy-Powerhouse?tracking_source=rss