The 2027 Chevy Bolt is the McRib of the automotive world

The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt is making a limited-time return, drawing comparisons to the cult-favorite McDonald’s McRib due to its sporadic availability and devoted fan base. GM revived the Bolt to fill an 18-month production gap at its Kansas factory, leveraging advancements in its electric vehicle parts since the original Bolt’s 2016 debut. The new model retains much of the Bolt EUV’s chassis and body panels but features redesigned front and rear sections, suspension tweaks, and interior refinements. Pricing starts at $28,995, making it the most affordable EV in the U.S., though fully loaded versions can exceed $40,000. Key updates include the introduction of a 65 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery—the first for GM—which reduces reliance on costly minerals like cobalt and nickel, improves battery longevity, and allows for consistent power delivery even at low charge levels. The electric motor, sourced from the Chevy Equinox, produces 200 horsepower and