Powered By Lithium: 2016 Chevy Volt: Almost Everything You Ever Wanted to Know.

Chevy Volt 2016 with 50 miles range can bring more excitement to GM brands. We have more details on the new and improved technology behind Chevy Volt.

Powered By Lithium: 2016 Chevrolet Volt.

Chevy Volt 2016 looks very nice and its new range of 50 miles will increase dramatically the non gas miles driven by the Chevy Volts. Chevy Bolt will bring the whole new chapter to the electric cars mass market.

"The 2016 Volt features:
-New two-motor drive unit is up to 12 percent more efficient and 100 pounds lighter (45 kg) than the first-generation drive unit
-Two-motor design enables 19 percent stronger zero-to-30 mph acceleration
-Battery capacity has increased to 18.4 kWh using 192 cells (96 fewer than current generation) with weight reduced by more than 20 pounds
-Regen on Demand™ feature enables driver control of energy regeneration via a convenient paddle on the back of the steering wheel
-New 1.5L range extender, designed to use regular unleaded fuel, offers a combined GM-estimated fuel efficiency of 41 mpg (EPA estimate pending)
-Stronger body structure and quieter ride
-New braking system with improved capability and blended Regen feel
-New, five-passenger seating with available rear heated seats
-Location-based charging capability
-120V portable cord set has a simpler, compact design with more convenient storage location
-Available illuminated charge port"

Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: 200-Mile Electric Range For The Mass Market.

International Lithium Corp. and Ganfeng Lithium Commence Work Programs on the Avalonia and Mariana Lithium Projects.

"Mr. Kirill Klip, President, International Lithium Corp. comments, "We are very excited with the ability to continue to advance our projects to the next level through our partnership with Ganfeng Lithium. Recent announcements, by General Motors regarding the commencement of production of the battery-electric Bolt and Tesla with the ongoing construction of the Gigafactory and launch of the Model X, are strong indicators that the electric car is not only here to stay, but is the way of the future. As a result lithium will be a key ingredient in our daily lives and ILC will be ready to meet the demand for this raw and critical material." Read more."

 

Powered By Lithium: 2016 Chevrolet Volt.

  Chevy Volt 2016 looks very nice and its new range of 50 miles will increase dramatically the non gas miles driven by the Chevy Volts. Chevy Bolt will bring the whole new chapter to the electric cars mass market.

"The 2016 Volt features:
-New two-motor drive unit is up to 12 percent more efficient and 100 pounds lighter (45 kg) than the first-generation drive unit
-Two-motor design enables 19 percent stronger zero-to-30 mph acceleration
-Battery capacity has increased to 18.4 kWh using 192 cells (96 fewer than current generation) with weight reduced by more than 20 pounds
-Regen on Demand™ feature enables driver control of energy regeneration via a convenient paddle on the back of the steering wheel
-New 1.5L range extender, designed to use regular unleaded fuel, offers a combined GM-estimated fuel efficiency of 41 mpg (EPA estimate pending)
-Stronger body structure and quieter ride
-New braking system with improved capability and blended Regen feel
-New, five-passenger seating with available rear heated seats
-Location-based charging capability
-120V portable cord set has a simpler, compact design with more convenient storage location
-Available illuminated charge port"

Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: 200-Mile Electric Range For The Mass Market.

International Lithium Corp. and Ganfeng Lithium Commence Work Programs on the Avalonia and Mariana Lithium Projects.

"Mr. Kirill Klip, President, International Lithium Corp. comments, "We are very excited with the ability to continue to advance our projects to the next level through our partnership with Ganfeng Lithium. Recent announcements, by General Motors regarding the commencement of production of the battery-electric Bolt and Tesla with the ongoing construction of the Gigafactory and launch of the Model X, are strong indicators that the electric car is not only here to stay, but is the way of the future. As a result lithium will be a key ingredient in our daily lives and ILC will be ready to meet the demand for this raw and critical material." Read more."

 

Powered By Lithium: CNET Car Tech - Chevrolet Bolt concept.

  Tesla Model III and Chevy Bolt will be in face to face competition and it is great news for electric cars mass market. Apple's wild card with iCar is getting serious now after the latest reports from Bloomberg and A123 legal battle. 

Apple Wants to Start Producing Electric Cars as Soon as 2020.

 Now Bloomberg reports more details about Apple Electric iCar programme. We are getting ready!

International Lithium Corp. and Ganfeng Lithium Commence Work Programs on the Avalonia and Mariana Lithium Projects.

Electric iCar: Apple Sued by Advanced Lithium Battery Maker on Several Counts.

Powered By Lithium: 2016 Volt Electric Hybrid Cars: New and Improved.

Powered By Lithium: Chevy Volt 2016 - The Next Step in Electric Evolution.

  Anton Wahlman covers interesting report that GM Bolt can come sooner than expected before and will compete with Tesla Model III. We already know that Elon Musk is not afraid of any competition and even welcomes development at GM. The Lithium market will welcome these developments, mass market for EVs is coming very soon now.

GM To Deliver Inexpensive 200-Mile EV 2 Years Ahead Of Tesla

"Summary

• Reuters reports sources inside and around GM say 200-mile EV production to start in October 2016 in Michigan.
• Tesla’s equivalent Model 3 now looks to enter volume production in 2018, but with a possible interpretation of a slip into 2019.
• As a result, GM absolutely destroys Tesla’s profit and growth prospects for the out-years.
• Model 3 being first to market with an inexpensive 200-mile range EV was the main justification for Tesla’s premium multiple.
• GM looks not just to be able to price Tesla into perpetual losses, but also do so years earlier than previously expected."

Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: 200-Mile Electric Range For The Mass Market.

"Better electric cars are coming on the streets. Tesla Model III and GM Volt will launch the mass market for EVs. LG Chem is building its Lithium Megafactory to meet to rising demand and Foxconn - manufacturer of iPhones - invests in electric cars in China. Next step in action now is to secure the supply of strategic commodities for this rEvolution - Lithium and REE."

Powered By Lithium: Spy Video - Testing of Tesla Model X.

  It looks like Tesla Model X to me. There are some ideas on the web that it can be Tesla Model III, but before the image of Tesla Model III was different. Hopefully, we will find out soon. They are coming! Very soon we all will appreciate very bold vision of Elon Musk for the future of electric cars and why we need not just one, but hundreds of Gigafactories. Boston-Power with our strategic partner Ganfeng Lithium already have taken notice.

Elon Musk Q&A At Tesla Motors International Auto Show Event.

There are quite a few very interesting bits of information in this interview. Tesla Model X will be priced as Tesla Model S. This year is all about Tesla Model X with launch in the summer 2015. Next year Tesla Model III is coming. Supercharger Network will allow to travel from Quebec to Vancouver! GM Bolt is not the threat for Tesla: "eventually all cars will have to be electric."

Boston-Power Aims to Rival Tesla With Gigawatt Lithium Battery Factories.

 "Eric Wesoff reports on very interesting development in China. Boston Power is building its own Megafactory to produce lithium batteries and even the super cheap urban EV for ... $8,000. It will be the game changer for the booming market for EVs in China, where EV sales are up 320% last year. We have discussed LG Chem Megafactory before and now you can appreciate more recent move of our strategic partner Ganfeng Lithium. China is building very fast its new strategic industry - electric cars. International Lithium is the part of the vertically integrated Lithium business with Ganfeng Lithium in China. Read more."

Elon Musk Interview: World Needs Hundreds of Gigafactories.

  Elon Musk talks about the Gigafactory and incredible numbers behind his vision: "Everything will be fully electric, except for Rockets!" In China his vision can be the only way forward with personal mobility due to the terrible level of air pollution.

Powered By Lithium: Chevy Volt 2016 - The Next Step in Electric Evolution.

"Explore the all-new 2016 Volt in motion. Every detail has been carefully considered, from its brilliant design to the unrivaled technology throughout. Which means whether you are navigating your route to work or your next adventure, day or night, electric or gas, you can expect an innovative drive that allows you to travel 1,000 miles between fill-ups, on average.

Learn more about the stunning Next Gen Volt here: http://www.chevrolet.com/2016-volt/"

Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: 200-Mile Electric Range For The Mass Market.

"Better electric cars are coming on the streets. Tesla Model III and GM Volt will launch the mass market for EVs. LG Chem is building its Lithium Megafactory to meet to rising demand and Foxconn - manufacturer of iPhones - invests in electric cars in China. Next step in action now is to secure the supply of strategic commodities for this rEvolution - Lithium and REE."

"In 2010, the Chevrolet Volt revolutionized the electric car. Since then, owners have driven over 600,000,000 EV miles, saved 32,000,000 gallons of gas and averaged over 900 miles between fill-ups. And now we're ready to do it again. The electric evolution continues with the #NextGenVolt.

The all-new 2016 Volt drives 50 miles on pure electricity and has a range of more than 400 miles on a full charge and tank of gas. On average owners will be able to drive more than 1,000 miles between fill-ups at the gas station."

Powered By Lithium: Tesla Model X First Look - Family Friendly and Extremely Powerful.

"Tesla’s Model X is arguably one of the more anticipated car releases of the past decade. The automaker has become a darling in the electric vehicle industry, gaining a cult following that grows bigger every day. And the Model X is atop that glorious pile of zero emissions glory. It’s just too bad the damn thing’s release keeps getting pushed back."

Elon Musk Q&A At Tesla Motors International Auto Show Event.

There are quite a few very interesting bits of information in this interview. Tesla Model X will be priced as Tesla Model S. This year is all about Tesla Model X with launch in the summer 2015. Next year Tesla Model III is coming. Supercharger Network will allow to travel from Quebec to Vancouver! GM Bolt is not the threat for Tesla: "eventually all cars will have to be electric."

Powered By Lithium: Tesla Model X at CES 2015.

 Beautiful car Tesla Model X is coming to the market very soon. It will drive a lot of passion among SUV crowd.

International Lithium Corp. Update on Avalonia (Ireland) and Mariana (Argentina) Lithium Projects.

Elon Musk Interview: World Needs Hundreds of Gigafactories.

  Elon Musk talks about the Gigafactory and incredible numbers behind his vision: "Everything will be fully electric, except for Rockets!" In China his vision can be the only way forward with personal mobility due to the terrible level of air pollution.

Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: 200-Mile Electric Range For The Mass Market.

I would like to share the great write-up on Chevy Bolt today.

Electric Cars Growing In Popularity In China.

"Charging infrastructure for the electric cars will be the challenge in China, but nothing is out of reach for the existing technology. Investments and government push in "War Against Pollution" will turn the tide. Better electric cars are coming on the streets. Tesla Model III and GM Volt will launch the mass market for EVs. LG Chem is building its Lithium Megafactory to meet to rising demand and Foxconn - manufacturer of iPhones - invests in electric cars in China. Next step in action now is to secure the supply of strategic commodities for this rEvolution - Lithium and REE."

China Puts Billions Into Electric Cars & EV Charging Stations.

International Lithium Corp. Update on Avalonia (Ireland) and Mariana (Argentina) Lithium Projects.

UpdateCar:

"Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: 200-Mile Electric Range

Bad news for EV1 conspiracy theorists: GM has unveiled a new, dedicated electric vehicle, the Chevrolet Bolt, which will arrive in two years. The Bolt, which promises 200 miles of range and which will sell for roughly $38,000 before tax credits, could also prove to be a bummer for the upcoming Tesla Model 3 and the BMW i3.

Whizzing past us to the stage, the Bolt EV concept almost had us thinking we’d arrived at the BMW stand, right down to its Tang-orange paint, which could have been lifted from the i3 concept of 2012. The Bolt’s thick upright bumper, thin grille, LED headlamps, and tall proportions echo the Bimmer up front while carrying a smidge of Honda Fit at the back. Under the skin is a trendy mix of aluminum, magnesium, and carbon fiber, although the R&D budget undoubtedly went to the powertrain, not to mimicking BMW’s hyper-pricey carbon-fiber body shell. Expect the Bolt to lose the full-glass roof, glass hatch, and wraparound rear window in the transition to production. The vented rear fenders and other “active aero” features for maximizing range likely will stay.

The minimalist, two-tone interior features a flat floor, with pedestal-mounted seats to which the center console is attached. There are twin LCD screens and a touch-sensitive dash (the latter is a little surprising considering that the new, 2016 Volt actually brings back physical buttons). And while there is a button to start the car, there’s also an app that can act as the Bolt’s key. It further manages the auto-valet function, in which the car can theoretically drive itself into a garage and be retrieved upon command. In what may be an attempt to combat Uber, the app also, in GM’s words, “allows ride-sharing management,” including reservations, payment, and tracking.

We really hope Chevy keeps the concept’s suspension, which features adjustable ride height and damping. GM wouldn’t discuss battery chemistry or motor outputs, but if it’s as fun and sprightly as the comparison-winning Spark EV, the Bolt should be shocking, jolting, or any number of positive, electrically themed adjectives. For a $10-grand premium over the Spark EV, it had better be. That $30,000 price you’ve seen in initial reports on the car? That number reflects a $7500 federal tax credit that you can only claim every April 15th (and it’s not a rebate).

Still, if GM can deliver an EV by 2017 that reaches the 200-mile mark, it won’t have any competition. The i3 musters only an EPA-estimated 81 miles and costs $43,350. The next Nissan Leaf will supposedly crack 249 miles, but it’s at least a couple of years away. And the Tesla Model 3—also expected to deliver a 200-mile range and cost $40,000—is banking on both the Gigafactory battery plant and Model X production to run perfectly on schedule.

Unlike the Spark EV, which is available in California and Oregon, Chevy is committed to selling the Bolt in all 50 states. By doing so, it could become the only automaker to sell a class-leading plug-in hybrid and a full EV side-by-side. Chevy just needs to hope Elon Musk doesn’t have a wild card hidden up his sleeve."

Elon Musk Q&A At Tesla Motors International Auto Show Event.

  

  There are quite a few very interesting bits of information in this interview. Tesla Model X will be priced as Tesla Model S. This year is all about Tesla Model X with launch in the summer 2015. Next year Tesla Model III is coming. Supercharger Network will allow to travel from Quebec to Vancouver! GM Bolt is not the threat for Tesla: "eventually all cars will have to be electric."

Powered By Lithium: Tesla Model X at CES 2015.

 Beautiful car Tesla Model X is coming to the market very soon. It will drive a lot of passion among SUV crowd.

International Lithium Corp. Update on Avalonia (Ireland) and Mariana (Argentina) Lithium Projects.

Elon Musk Interview: World Needs Hundreds of Gigafactories.

  Elon Musk talks about the Gigafactory and incredible numbers behind his vision: "Everything will be fully electric, except for Rockets!" In China his vision can be the only way forward with personal mobility due to the terrible level of air pollution.

2016 Chevrolet Volt Goes Mainstream, Chevy Bolt Is A $30k EV For The Masses.

"The second generation of GM's flagship electric vehicle has just been revealed at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The 2016 Chevrolet Volt is an all-new car featuring more mainstream styling and an electric-only range of 50 miles. Meanwhile, GM also unveiled the Bolt concept car, which is an electric CUV with a 200-mile range and which the company thinks could be sold at a very competitive $30,000."

GM To Release The $30k Chevy Bolt 200 Miles Range EV in 2017.

"This is the real head to head competition between GM and Tesla Motors. Tesla has announced before that Model III will have 200 miles range and $35k price tag. Is GM really getting serious about electric Cars now? Reading the LG Chem Lithium Megafactory article will give you the idea about the long term strategic planning behind this move.

  With LG Chem supplying the batteries I can see the next move that GM will try to fight Tesla's market share in the largest auto-market in the world in China. It is the great news for all electric cars and lithium technology industry! This technological advance coupled with announced by China "The War on Pollution" will bring the real mass market for electric cars in a few years time."

Rebuttal to Study: EVs Being More Dangerous Than Internal Combustion Vehicles.

Bill Williams puts all the nonsense about Electric Cars being more dangerous than with Internal Combustion engines vehicles to rest.

Lithium "Megafactory": LG Chem Breaks Ground For EV Battery Plant In China.

 China is already the top lithium materials producer and now LG Chem will put it solidly on the lithium battery map. LG Chem plans are very ambitious - company plans to produce 100k batteries per year! Tesla Gigafactory rightfully attracts a lot of attention and LG Chem move will find its investment audience as well. All this production of batteries will need the secure supply of lithium.

  International Lithium is positioned to participate in this huge market opportunity in China as part of the vertically integrated lithium business with our strategic partner Ganfeng Lithium. Read more."

Powered By Lithium: Tesla Model III - The BMW 3 Killer Is Coming!

 "Tesla Model III will be the game changer for the mass market for electric cars. Particularly for China it can be the only way forward in order to be able to increase the amounts of cars on its roads without chocking on the very dangerous level of air pollution, which is already causing serious problems for the country. Read more."

China Rolls Out Welcome Mat for Electric Cars: Ganfeng Lithium Partners with International Lithium in Argentina and Ireland.

"According to the World Bank, air pollution costs China as much as $300-billion a year in health problems and productivity losses.

In response, the Chinese central government just announced a slate of pro-electric car policies, including slashing charging station rates by 30%. Navigant Research predicts that global lithium ion battery sales will increase 400% by 2023. Read more."

GM To Release The $30k Chevy Bolt 200 Miles Range EV in 2017.

  This is the real head to head competition between GM and Tesla Motors. Tesla has announced before that Model III will have 200 miles range and $35k price tag. Is GM really getting serious about electric Cars now? Reading the LG Chem Lithium Megafactory article will give you the idea about the long term strategic planning behind this move.

  With LG Chem supplying the batteries I can see the next move that GM will try to fight Tesla's market share in the largest auto-market in the world in China. It is the great news for all electric cars and lithium technology industry! This technological advance coupled with announced by China "The War on Pollution" will bring the real mass market for electric cars in a few years time.

Rebuttal to Study: EVs Being More Dangerous Than Internal Combustion Vehicles.

Bill Williams puts all the nonsense about Electric Cars being more dangerous than with Internal Combustion engines vehicles to rest.

Lithium "Megafactory": LG Chem Breaks Ground For EV Battery Plant In China.

 China is already the top lithium materials producer and now LG Chem will put it solidly on the lithium battery map. LG Chem plans are very ambitious - company plans to produce 100k batteries per year! Tesla Gigafactory rightfully attracts a lot of attention and LG Chem move will find its investment audience as well. All this production of batteries will need the secure supply of lithium.

  International Lithium is positioned to participate in this huge market opportunity in China as part of the vertically integrated lithium business with our strategic partner Ganfeng Lithium. Read more."

Powered By Lithium: Tesla Model III - The BMW 3 Killer Is Coming!

 "Tesla Model III will be the game changer for the mass market for electric cars. Particularly for China it can be the only way forward in order to be able to increase the amounts of cars on its roads without chocking on the very dangerous level of air pollution, which is already causing serious problems for the country. Read more."

China Rolls Out Welcome Mat for Electric Cars: Ganfeng Lithium Partners with International Lithium in Argentina and Ireland.

"According to the World Bank, air pollution costs China as much as $300-billion a year in health problems and productivity losses.

In response, the Chinese central government just announced a slate of pro-electric car policies, including slashing charging station rates by 30%. Navigant Research predicts that global lithium ion battery sales will increase 400% by 2023. Read more."

WSJ:

GM plans a $30,000 electric vehicle called the Chevrolet Bolt capable of driving 200 miles on a charge by 2017

By

JOHN D. STOLL

Jan. 9, 2015 10:19 p.m. ET

General Motors Co. plans to launch a $30,000 electric vehicle called the Chevrolet Bolt that would be capable of driving 200 miles on a charge by 2017, according to people familiar with the strategy, a move to gain ground on Tesla Motors Inc.

GM will show off a concept version of the Bolt on Monday at the Detroit auto show, eight years after the auto giant disclosed it would re-enter the electric car market with the Chevrolet Volt. The Volt, on sale since late 2010 and redesigned for 2015, is being upgraded to get better capability and sharper design, and has a backup gasoline motor on board in case juice runs out.

The Chevy Bolt, carrying a more capable battery manufactured by South Korea’s LG Chem Ltd. , will be aimed squarely at Tesla’s forthcoming Model 3, a $35,000 electric car also slated to debut in 2017. The concept version of the electric car will be a hatchback designed to look more like a so-called crossover vehicle, according to people familiar with the design. The Bolt will be capable of driving four times farther than a Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid on a single charge.

GM has thus far struck out in its attempt to match its Silicon Valley rival. Recently, GM launched a $75,000 Cadillac ELR plug-in car that failed to dent Tesla’s dominance among luxury electric-vehicle buyers who have clamored for the Model S sedan.

By placing the Bolt in the high-volume Chevrolet line and giving it a name similar to the Volt, executives hope to polish Chevy’s image as a full-line vehicle manufacturer prepared to meet demand, regardless of prices at the pump, according to people familiar with the strategy. GM expects the Bolt to compete globally, including in markets such as China. It is unclear if a car similar to the Bolt would be inserted in the Opel, Cadillac or Buick brands down the road. Read more on WSJ."