The financial barrier to saddling up for the electric car revolution continues to fall with the launch of Chevrolet’s newest e-car at CES 2016.
During the General Motors press conference (via Wired), the firm announced the Chevy Bolt EV, which boasts a 200 mile range and a price tag that makes brings it within the reach of mainstream drivers.
With the tax credit advantages for buying an electric car, the new electric Bolt will cost under $30,000. By comparison, the cheapest Tesla vehicle starts at $70,000. Tesla plans to reveal its Model 3 in March this year, which will probably arrive in the $35,000 range.
Meanwhile, the existing Chevy Spark electric vehicle is less expensive than the newly-announced Bolt, but can only travel for around 80 miles before needing a power boost.
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Other features include a 10.2-inch touchscreen in the centre console with 4G LTE connectivity, while the “EV Navigation Mapping” feature will direct drivers towards charging stations.
There are also four cameras positioned around the vehicle giving drivers a 360 degree view around the car while parking.
It also brings support for both Apple Car Play and Android Auto, while the smartphone experience will be integral, thanks largely to a fast-charging mode.
The full details will be announced at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week.
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