Four-Year Framework: GM Sinks Massive Investment into the Sustainable Future of U.S. Charging Infrastructure

The ability to charge your electric vehicle easily and efficiently will be one of the most pressing needs of the near future, as infrastructure will need to be put in place to sustain the many buyers who will switch to cleaner transportation. GM announced last week it will invest $750 million into electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the United States and Canada, and the announcement was confirmed during the annual Investor Day presentation earlier this month.

GM Vice President Ken Morris said the company will make this sizable investment over the next four years. The goal is to provide GM EV owners access to reliable Level 2 and fast charging with the high-tech Ultium Charge 360 system. 

This investment will rapidly accelerate infrastructure construction across the workplace, home, and public charging stations throughout the US and Canada. GM electric vehicle owners now have access to more than 85,000 charging stations in North America, with operations overseen by third-party charging vendors making it simple for the driver to catch a quick charge. Seven networks are currently integrated into the Ultium Charge 360 smartphone app, with EV Connect EVgo, FLO, Greenslots, and SemaConnect being some of the most prominent and accessible. As EVs become more common, the expansion of an easy charging experience will be fundamental to the vehicles’ success. 

GM has gone to great lengths to assure that EV owners have access to a charging stations anywhere they are driving so staying in town or hitting the open road will both now be feasible. Fully electric releases over the next four years will include the GMC Hummer EV Pickup, GMC Hummer EV SUV, the Cadillac Lyriq crossover, and a Chevy Silverado Electric truck.

The Silverado EV will offer a fixed-glass roof, providing more space for both front and rear passengers as well as expanded visibility. The electric Silverado’s 4-wheel steering system will also provide tighter turning radius at lower speeds, improved stability and handling at higher speeds, and the capability for trailering power once never thought possible in the electric category. Offering more than 400 miles on a single charge, Ultium batteries and drive motors will power this awesome incoming electric truck. 

2023 Corvette Z06 To Be Star of New Chevy Feature Livestream

The incoming 2023 Corvette Z06 will be officially revealed in a ground-breaking feature film that will stream live on Tuesday, October 26. 

There will be a panel discussion immediately afterward featuring a variety of specialists who will share their perspectives and opinions about this new supercar. Late last month was the first time that a clear photo was shown publicly of the Z06, featuring a C8.R-inspired front fascia as well as a stealth black “wishbone” trim element on the side air intake. The new exterior image brandishes a set of two seven-spoke alloy wheels, and quad exhaust tips are mounted in the center of the rear bumper. 

The Z07 Performance Package will have a massive rear wing, new front splitter, appropriately sticky tires, and lighter wheels. The engine is as capable as they come, as the 5.5-Liter V8 LT6 produces 615 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. It also comes equipped with dual overhead cams, an incredibly impressive 9,000-rpm redline, and an exhaust note that rivals anything exotic and with a larger price tag! 

You’ll also be able to snag the 2023 Z06 in convertible form, enjoying the fresh air and exhilaration the world’s best acceleration offers. The Car And Driver spy photographers caught the brand-new Z06 testing alongside a Ferrari 458 Italia, which solidifies the notion that the flat-plane V8 crank will be the engine of choice for this new model. When high-performance cars such as this are getting ready to hit the market, every little detail is scrutinized, and we’ve realized lately the wheels are going to rock! 

The illustrious history of the Corvette began in the 1950s. The C1 1953 Corvette was a lightweight fiberglass-bodied two-door roadster and boasted a 150-horsepower 3.9-liter Inline 6 under the hood. An all-time favorite is the 1966 big-block V8 model: it was a 6.5-liter unit cranking out 425 horsepower with a 7.0-liter engine, followed up with the 1968 C3 which almost became the first mid-engine Corvette. With fenders always flared, a characteristic wedge nose, and engineers that have been fully dedicated since day one, the Corvette is iconic, groundbreaking, and will forever turn heads!

2021 Chevy Silverado’s Capable V8, High Country Additives, Tow and Cargo Properties Impress Yet Again

For the second year in a row, our favorite truck at West Chevy saw a round of exciting updates. A brand-new configurable tailgate and upgraded trailer-towing technology are a few reasons the 2021 Silverado is raising the bar substantially for its entire class. 

Its hefty 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management Technology, electronically controlled 10-speed automatic transmission, and automatic engine braking all make it a reliable hauler. This is the same engine that can be found in the always-popular Corvette Stingray C8, and it boasts the ability to turn off cylinders when they are not needed. The High Country trim takes power to the next level: its towing capability is up to 9,200 lbs when paired with the 6.2-liter V8. 

The Deluxe Package includes the added safety protection with forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist with lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, front pedestrian braking, safety alert seat, a power sunroof, all-weather floor liners, and 22-inch all-season tires. The Multi-Flex Tailgate is a blessing for anyone who needs to load cargo efficiently, as you can easily control it with a button inside the cab or on the key fob. The inner gate with work surface provides a handy standing desk space that is perfect for using a laptop on a job site.

The primary gate load stop helps prevent extra-long items from suddenly sliding out of the bed, and the full-width step can support 375 pounds. The Cnet.com staff billed the 2021 Silverado as “capable and comfortable,” and they were impressed by its genuine appeal and distinctive design. Every engine option can be paired with a 70-inch short bed, 79-inch standard bed, or 98-inch-long bed, and three axle ratios are offered with the choice of two and four-wheel drive.