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Electric Fleet Friday: Chevrolet Grows EV Lineup With 2022 EUV and Bolt EV

DETROIT – Today, Chevrolet expanded its electric vehicle portfolio with the introduction of the new, all-electric 2022 Bolt EUV, alongside the redesigned 2022 Bolt EV.

Distinguished by unique exterior designs, including an SUV-like proportion for the new Bolt EUV, each is propelled by the proven technology that helped make the Bolt EV the industry’s first affordable, long-range electric vehicle — and both are part of General Motors’ plan to launch 30 new EVs globally by 2025.

“We want to put everyone in an EV and the new Bolt EUV and redesigned Bolt EV are crucial to doing so,” said GM President Mark Reuss. “Together, they enable mainstream customers to be part of our vison of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion.”

The Bolt EV has led the charge in putting more drivers in electric vehicles. Since its market introduction in 2017, global sales have topped 100,000 and it has generated some of the best satisfaction and loyalty ratings in the industry. In the U.S., three-quarters of Bolt EV buyers are new to GM.

“The new Bolt EUV is the best of the Bolt EV packaged in an SUV-like vehicle with more technology and features, giving customers more choices and reasons to switch to electric,” said Steve Hill, vice president of Chevrolet. “This is an opportunity for Chevy to capitalize on the success we’ve built with the Bolt EV and bring new customers into the Chevy family.”

Along with broadening the brand’s electric vehicle lineup, the Bolt EUV will also be the first Chevrolet vehicle to offer Super Cruise¹, the industry’s first true hands-free driver assistance system for enabled roads.

Chevrolet is also making charging more convenient with a new Dual Level Charge Cord, which, for many customers, will eliminate the need to purchase a separate charger for their home. It has a changeable plug that allows the customer to plug into a standard 120-volt three-prong outlet for Level 1 charging and a 240-volt outlet for Level 2 charging up to 7.2 kilowatts.

The new Dual Level Charge Cord is standard with Bolt EUV and is available for Bolt EV. For maximum Level 2 charging speed, both vehicles are now capable of 11 kW Level 2 charging, but separate charging equipment (not included) is required.

Additionally, Chevrolet will cover standard installation of Level 2 charging capability for eligible customers who purchase or lease a 2022 Bolt EUV or Bolt EV, helping even more people experience how easy it is to live electric. In collaboration with Qmerit, the offer gives customers access to faster charging right where they want it — at home — and with the new available Dual Level Charge Cord, a standalone charging station is not required².

When it comes to on-the-go public charging, General Motors is providing customers with convenient and expanded access. GM and EVgo, the nation’s largest public fast-charging network, are collaborating to triple the number of fast chargers, with the addition of more than 2,700 chargers around the country by the end of 2025.

Chevrolet customers also have location access to more than 80,000 chargers in North America through the Energy feature within their myChevrolet app¹⁶. It enables owners to plan and manage their routes more efficiently, locate available charging stations along their route, receive real-time alerts about range and easily pay for public charging through the click-to-charge feature.

The starting price for both vehicles is less than the 2021 Bolt EV. The 2022 Bolt EUV is priced from $33,995³ (including destination freight charge), and the 2022 Bolt EV starts at $31,995³ (including DFC), before any available state, local or utility incentives. Both will be available this summer.

“We’ve lowered Bolt EV’s base price by more than $5,000 from the 2021 model, proving our commitment to make EVs attainable for everyone,” added Hill.

A special, limited-production Launch Edition of the Bolt EUV is also available, offering the Super Cruise¹ driver assistance feature, sunroof, unique wheels, special badging and an illuminated charge port for $43,495³ (including DFC). Customers can reserve the Launch Edition now at www.chevrolet.com.

Design distinctions
The new Bolt EUV and redesigned Bolt EV share an architecture, but their designs are unique. No exterior sheet metal parts are shared between the two vehicles and the EUV is approximately 6 inches longer.

“The new Bolt EUV and Bolt EV build on our bold and athletic Chevrolet SUV design themes, but are executed in a uniquely electric way,” said Phil Zak, executive design director, Chevrolet. “These two designs feature excellent proportions and tech-focused interiors, with more premium materials, which are key to our growing EV portfolio.”

Bolt EUV brings its own character to the growing small SUV segment with a modern, muscular design and a roomier interior and ample rear legroom. It also features a distinctive front-end with a sculpted grille and signature lighting, including standard LED headlamps and Chevy’s brand-specific, high-eye daytime running lamps, which double as sequential turn-signal indicators.

Additional Chevy SUV styling cues on the EUV include a center crease line that runs from the front fascia through the hood and seamless horizontal body lines that give a sense of motion even when the vehicle is standing still. Standard roof rails also reinforce the SUV aesthetic.

For Bolt EV, the design updates include a new, more upright front fascia and new front and rear lighting signatures — including the signature high-eye daytime running lights in front.

Inside, both vehicles feature new instrument panels, vehicle controls and seats, with a 10.2-inch-diagonal infotainment⁴ color touchscreen and integrated climate controls common to both for clean, intuitive interfaces. The infotainment screen features real-time displays with more details available on the 8-inch-diagonal reconfigurable color gauge cluster.

There’s also a new, electronic gear shift design that uses pull toggles and push buttons to free up more interior space. For increased regenerative braking, there’s even a new one-pedal driving button that keeps the system active between drive cycles.

The new interior includes a sporty, flat-bottom steering wheel that incorporates the Regen on Demand paddle and a black Chevy “bowtie” emblem. Additionally, the redesigned seats feature a triangular geometric pattern and contrasting color stitching — premium design that gives a consistent and upscale atmosphere, while also complementing the new instrument panel and steering wheel designs.

When it comes to spaciousness, the all-new Bolt EUV expands on the Bolt EV’s already roomy cabin, with 3 inches of additional rear legroom. Heated and ventilated front seats and heated rear outboard seats are available, along with a panoramic power sunroof for Bolt EUV.

Super Cruise¹ and additional technologies
The 2022 Bolt EUV is the first Chevrolet offered with Super Cruise¹, the industry’s first true hands-free driver assistance technology for enabled roads. It can be used on more than 200,000 miles (320,000 km) of enabled roads in the U.S. and Canada.

Super Cruise employs many advanced technology features, including a Driver Attention System and precision LiDAR map data. The Driver Attention System uses a small camera located on the top of the steering column and works with infrared lights to determine where the driver is looking whenever Super Cruise is in operation.

If the Driver Attention System detects the driver’s gaze has turned away from the road ahead for too long, the steering wheel light bar will prompt the driver to return their attention to the road. If the system determines continued inattentiveness, it will use visible and audible alerts to notify the driver to take back control of the wheel. Super Cruise is available on Bolt EUV Premier.

Chevy Safety Assist⁵ is standard on both Bolt EUV and Bolt EV and includes safety and advanced driver assistance technologies, such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam and Front Pedestrian Braking.

Available driver assistance technologies for both vehicles include Rear Cross Traffic Alert⁵, HD Surround Vision⁵ and Adaptive Cruise Control⁵. HD Rear Vision Camera⁵ is standard on both Bolt EUV and Bolt EV.

Additional connectivity technologies offered in the Bolt EUV and Bolt EV include new wireless Apple CarPlay⁶ and Android Auto⁷ phone projection capability, as well as wireless phone charging⁸ that is standard on Bolt EUV and available on Bolt EV, and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot⁹.

Also, new In-Vehicle Apps¹⁰ allow users to browse a list of available apps such as Alexa¹¹, Spotify¹², The Weather Channel and many more, and install them on the infotainment system⁴. With Alexa, drivers can use simple voice commands, while keeping their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel. Alexa can play music, get directions, place calls, listen to audiobooks, control your smart home¹³, access tens of thousands of Alexa skills and more — just ask, and Alexa will respond.

Proven propulsion system
Powering the Bolt EUV and Bolt EV is the proven battery technology that helped make the Bolt EV the industry’s first affordable long-range electric vehicle.

An advanced 65 kilowatt-hour, lithium-ion battery pack helps the Bolt EV deliver up to a GM-estimated 259 miles of range (416 km) on a full charge¹⁴. With the slightly larger Bolt EUV, the GM-estimated range on a full charge is 250 miles (402 km)¹⁴.

The battery system features Chevy’s proven active thermal management system, which uses coolant to maintain the battery at its ideal operating temperature. This technology is a primary enabler of Chevrolet’s 8-year/100,000-mile limited battery system warranty¹⁵.

Additionally, standard DC fast public charging capability enables the Bolt EV to add up to 100 miles (160 km) of range in 30 minutes¹⁶ and 95 miles (152 km) for Bolt EUV¹⁶.

With the Chevrolet EV Access package, customers can remotely view their current charging status and battery charge level, customize their charge settings and set up charge notifications via the myChevrolet Mobile App¹⁷. The Energy feature¹⁸ within the myChevrolet Mobile App can help plan road trips by locating charging stations — including real-time availability — and start a charge session with participating charging networks.

Additional propulsion system highlights include:

• Single-motor drive unit that delivers 200 horsepower (150 kW) and 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) of near-instant torque
• Regen on Demand that allows the driver to convert kinetic energy into energy stored within the battery for future use by simply pulling on a steering wheel-mounted paddle
• One Pedal Driving lets the driver speed up, slow down and even come to a complete stop using only the accelerator pedal¹⁹

The 2022 Bolt EUV and Bolt EV were introduced through a special, 90-second commercial titled “Magic is Electric,” which was made in collaboration with Walt Disney World Resort. It can be viewed at www.chevy.com/EV.

 

Work Truck Wednesday: The New Knapheide Saw Body Is Here!

The new Knapheide Saw Body is here!

Saw Body Features:

Dedicated body to transport and support heavy concrete saws and equipment used for slab and flat cutting. Dhollandia Cantilever liftgate with a 3300 lb. capacity and a 57” platform for loading and unloading of concrete saw and supporting equipment. Compartments are designed for specific storage for items such as saw blades, hoses, cords, etc.

This great body is mounted on the Chevrolet medium-duty Silverado 6500 with 22,940 GVWR to carry those heavy concrete saws and all the equipment needed to get the job done. Just imagine using the space that this Saw Body offers.

See more about this truck here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now inventory at ParadiseFleet.com

Knapheide Customer Story: Minuteman Plumbing & Drain Services

Taking care of the plumbing needs of large chains in southern California isn’t something that can be completed from behind a desk. It takes the right people, with the right mindset and a powerful partnership. 

Minuteman Plumbing and Drain Services has been in business for over 30 years and almost exclusively focuses on commercial plumbing.

My Chevy Truck ft. BRELAND | Chevrolet

The only thing that’s allowed to get my truck dirty is the road. Hands off.

For more music videos featuring Breland and Chevy Silverado, visit: tiktok.com/@chevrolet

Fleet Truck Friday - State of the Fleet Industry: Latest Trends in Fleet Ordering & Remarketing

The forty-third State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers an updated look at the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich. 

Topics discussed include: 

-Strong demand for new vehicles in the retail and fleet markets, but earlier final order deadlines is making supply tight.

-Inventory constraints due to high demand for trucks and high demand for vans in last-mile delivery segment.

-Resale values remain strong as vehicle inventory in the wholesale auction market has returned to historical norms. 

-Why the shortage of automotive microchips and semiconductors may have lingering effects as far as 3rd Quarter 2021.

Work Truck Wednesday - The Big Boy For Big Landscape Jobs Or Debris Cleanup

 

When you've got big jobs, it is time to bring out the bigger truck. This Chevrolet Silverado 6500 Medium-Duty chassis has the capacity at 23,500 lbs. GVWR to handle this Martin 16' Landscape Dump or what may also be perfect as a Debris Body. With the steel sides and swing-away rear gates, you can load this truck and get larger loads hauled to where they need to go much more efficiently.

See more about this great truck here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now inventory at ParadiseFleet.com

Easy Delivery. Fuel-Efficient. Goes In Parking Garages. Solid Chevy Value.

 

Needing a quick and easy delivery or work van? We have a good selection of new Chevy 2500 cargo vans with interior upfit packages with shelving and bulkhead to help you get your work done efficiently and cost-effectively.

See all of our ready to go to work right now work trucks at ParadiseFleet.com

GM President Discusses GM's All-Electric Future with Malcom Gladwell | CES 2021 | General Motors

Author Malcolm Gladwell talks with GM President Mark Reuss about GM's strategy to accelerate EV adoption and bring #EVerybodyIn​ to an all-electric future.

Fleet Truck Friday: Cruise and GM Team Up with Microsoft to Commercialize Self-Driving Vehicles

 

SAN FRANCISCO, DETROIT and REDMOND, Wash. – Cruise and General Motors on Tuesday announced they have entered a long-term strategic relationship with Microsoft to accelerate the commercialization of self-driving vehicles. The companies will bring together their software and hardware engineering excellence, cloud computing capabilities, manufacturing know-how and partner ecosystem to transform transportation to create a safer, cleaner and more accessible world for everyone.

“Our mission to bring safer, better and more affordable transportation to everyone isn’t just a tech race – it’s also a trust race,” said Cruise CEO Dan Ammann. “Microsoft, as the gold standard in the trustworthy democratization of technology, will be a force multiplier for us as we commercialize our fleet of self-driving, all-electric, shared vehicles.”

To unlock the potential of cloud computing for self-driving vehicles, Cruise will leverage Azure, Microsoft’s cloud and edge computing platform, to commercialize its unique autonomous vehicle solutions at scale. Microsoft, as Cruise’s preferred cloud provider, will also tap into Cruise’s deep industry expertise to enhance its customer-driven product innovation and serve transportation companies across the globe through continued investment in Azure.

Microsoft will join General Motors, Honda and institutional investors in a combined new equity investment of more than $2 billion in Cruise, bringing the post-money valuation of Cruise to $30 billion.

"Advances in digital technology are redefining every aspect of our work and life, including how we move people and goods,” said Satya Nadella, CEO, Microsoft. “As Cruise and GM's preferred cloud, we will apply the power of Azure to help them scale and make autonomous transportation mainstream.”

“Microsoft is a great addition to the team as we drive toward a future world of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion,” said GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra. “Microsoft will help us accelerate the commercialization of Cruise’s all-electric, self-driving vehicles and help GM realize even more benefits from cloud computing as we launch 30 new electric vehicles globally by 2025 and create new businesses and services to drive growth.”

In addition, GM will work with Microsoft as its preferred public cloud provider to accelerate its digitization initiatives, including collaboration, storage, artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities. GM will explore opportunities with Microsoft to streamline operations across digital supply chains, foster productivity and bring new mobility services to customers faster.

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About Cruise:
Founded and headquartered in San Francisco, Cruise's goal is to drive change by building the world's most advanced self-driving, all-electric, shared vehicles that safely connect people to the places, things, and experiences they care about. Join our mission at getcruise.com.

About GM:
General Motors (NYSE:GM) is a global company focused on advancing an all-electric future that is inclusive and accessible to all. At the heart of this strategy is the Ultium battery platform, which powers everything from mass-market to high-performance vehicles. General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Baojun and Wuling brands. More information on the company and its subsidiaries can be found at https://www.gm.com.

About Microsoft:
Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and related comments by management may include forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations about possible future events and thus are inherently uncertain. Our actual results may differ materially from forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including: (1) our ability to deliver new products, services and customer experiences in response to increased competition in the automotive industry; (2) our ability to timely fund and introduce new and improved vehicle models that are able to attract a sufficient number of consumers; (3) the success of our crossovers, SUVs and full-size pick-up trucks; (4) our ability to successfully and cost-effectively restructure our operations in the U.S. and various other countries and initiate additional cost reduction actions with minimal disruption; (5) our ability to reduce the costs associated with the manufacture and sale of electric vehicles and drive increased consumer adoption; (6) unique technological, operational and regulatory risks related to our autonomous vehicle regulations; (7) global automobile market sales volume, which can be volatile; (8) our significant business in China which is subject to unique operational, competitive and regulatory risks as well as economic conditions in China; (9) our joint ventures, which we cannot operate solely for our benefit and over which we may have limited control; (10) the international scale and footprint of our operations which exposes us to a variety of political, economic and regulatory risks, including the risk of changes in government leadership and laws (including labor, tax and other laws), political instability and economic tensions between governments and changes in international trade policies, new barriers to entry and changes to or withdrawals from free trade agreements, changes in foreign exchange rates and interest rates, economic downturns in foreign countries, differing local product preferences and product requirements, compliance with U.S. and foreign countries' export controls and economic sanctions, differing labor regulations, requirements and union relationships, differing dealer and franchise regulations and relationships, and difficulties in obtaining financing in foreign countries; (11) any significant disruption at one of our manufacturing facilities could disrupt our production schedule; (12) the ability of our suppliers to deliver parts, systems and components without disruption and at such times to allow us to meet production schedules; (13) prices of raw materials used by us and our suppliers; (14) our highly competitive industry, which is characterized by excess manufacturing capacity and the use of incentives and the introduction of new and improved vehicle models by our competitors; (15) the possibility that competitors may independently develop products and services similar to ours or that our intellectual property rights are not sufficient to prevent competitors from developing or selling those products or services; (16) our ability to manage risks related to security breaches and other disruptions to our vehicles, information technology networks and systems; (17) our ability to comply with increasingly complex, restrictive, and punitive regulations relating to our enterprise data practices, including the collection, use, sharing, and security of the Personal Identifiable Information of our customers, employees, or suppliers; (18) our ability to comply with extensive laws and regulations applicable to our industry, including those regarding fuel economy and emissions and autonomous vehicles; (19) costs and risks associated with litigation and government investigations; (20) the cost and effect on our reputation of product safety recalls and alleged defects in products and services; (21) any additional tax expense or exposure; (22) our continued ability to develop captive financing capability through GM Financial; and (23) significant increases in our pension expense or projected pension contributions resulting from changes in the value of plan assets or the discount rate applied to value the pension liabilities or mortality or other assumption changes.. A further list and description of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018, and our subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. GM cautions readers not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. GM undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements.

Work Truck Wednesday: Bringing The Workforce AND The Tools And Cargo To The Job!

 

Flying solo is great but being able to bring the workforce and the tools to the job at the same time has multiple advantages. Here's the Chevrolet 2500HD Crew Cab chassis upfitted with the Harbor 8' Service Body. This rig will carry the crew and the tools and cargo and tow a trailer if more cargo is needed.

The truck is equipped with the 6.6 gas V8, automatic transmission, AC, power windows, and door locks, and a host of other features to add function and convenience going to and from job sites. The truck body has Stainless Steel open top lids, MasterLock System, HD material rack, and more. What a great combination to get the work done efficiently and quickly.

See more about this truck here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now inventory at ParadiseFleet.com

You may also contact our commercial/fleet specialists to help you find the perfect truck for your specific business needs at 951-364-2499

No Way Norway | Official Big Game Commercial | General Motors

Norway is crushing us at EVs. We have to do better. Are you in? #EVerybodyIn​​

Learn more about our all-electric future at gm.com

Knapheide's New Saw Body Is Excellent Pairing With Silverado Medium Duty or LCF Chassis

Featuring the all-new Saw Body at The Work Truck Show from Knapheide is designed specifically with concrete cutting construction in mind.

Give Paradise Chevrolet Fleet a call today at 951-364-2499 and let us talk about the perfect truck for your work. See all of our ready-to-go-to-work-today inventory at ParadiseFleet.com

Fleet Truck Friday: The New Teletrac AI Smart Dashcam

For more information visit us at https://www.teletracnavman.com/produc...​. Our HD dual and quad AI cameras record all drive time and provide forward and driver facing views and are built on AI / Edge computing platforms. Infrared technology ensures unparalleled video footage at night or other low light conditions.

Working Truck Wednesday IS The Cargo Van!

The cargo van is the single most popular work vehicle on the planet. They begin as an empty shell and can easily be customized for the needs of the owner. This unit has a Masterack shelving system and bulkhead. The bulkhead makes riding in the van much quieter and also is easier to keep cool or warm as desired without heating or cooling the entire van.

Whether you use this as a short-run delivery vehicle or as a contractor carrying tools and things needed for your type of work, the cargo van is a great choice. They are inexpensive, comfortable, easy to get in and out of, and will carry a lot of stuff. 

See more about this unit here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now at ParadiseFleet.com

 

All Set - Tools and Technology | Chevrolet Certified Service

At Chevrolet Certified Service, our expert technicians have the tools and know-how to get your Chevy  ready for the road ahead. 

Learn more about Chevy Certified Service here:  http://www.chevrolet.com/certified-se...​