Interesting Facts About the Chevy Bolt

With an EPA-estimated 240-mile range on a single charge, the Chevrolet Bolt is a purely electric vehicle that produces the equivalent of a standard vehicle. Here are three intriguing facts about the electric vehicle that you might not know.

1. Tons of Storage

Unlike other electric vehicles, the Chevy Bolt has back seats that fold flat. This lets you enjoy lots of cubic feet of storage space. The company also has plans to develop a fleet of Bolts for commercial operations. These models would eliminate the rear seats completely and make the rear a cargo area. This design would make the Bolt become the smallest and most fuel-efficient line of vehicles in the commercial industry.

2. Battery Sits in the Floor

While traditional cars have an engine under the hood, electric cars have lithium-ion batteries. The Bolt’s impressive battery rests beneath the seats in the floor. This allows passengers to sit up more than they would in a compact car giving the illusion of a larger space.

3. You Can Brake with a Paddle

Called a Regen on Demand paddle, this feature first appeared with the 2016 Bolt. You can slow the car by pulling the paddle, which sits behind the steering wheel. Short for regenerative braking, the Regen transfers kinetic energy from braking into electricity. 

Named as a Top Pick by Consumer Reports, the Chevy Bolt has several intriguing facts that make it worth checking out. If you’re considering this electric vehicle for your next car, reach out to the professionals at A&T Chevrolet for all your electric vehicle needs.