general motors working to replace chevrolet equinox ev alreadyChevrolet is already mapping out the future of its affordable electric vehicle lineup, with plans for a second-generation Equinox EV currently underway.The latest talk indicates that the redesigned compact electric crossover is scheduled to break cover in either late 2028 or early 2029, officially hitting dealership lots as a 2029 model.The most significant change for the upcoming Equinox EV involves replacing its core structure. A report from GM Authority reveals that General Motors will allegedly migrate the next-generation Equinox EV to its upcoming, dedicated BEV-N architecture.AdvertisementAdvertisementThis marks a notably short production run for the first-generation model, which only recently debuted. The current version of the Equinox EV relies on GM's corporate BEV3 platform-a structural footprint it shares with a wide array of stablemates, including the Chevrolet Blazer EV, the Cadillac Lyriq, the Optiq, the Vistiq, and the high-end Celestiq flagship sedan.Moving the vehicle to the fresh BEV-N setup indicates that GM is actively refining its manufacturing processes to cut production costs and optimize packaging for its entry-level electric fleet.general motors working to replace chevrolet equinox ev alreadyThe decision to invest heavily in an immediate successor comes during an intricate sales year for Chevrolet's electric passenger cars. The subcompact Chevy Bolt EV has returned to a strong reception, but its larger sibling, the Equinox EV, has recently hit a rough patch.Following an aggressive manufacturing ramp-up, the Equinox EV put up massive numbers, moving 57,945 units to become the bestselling non-Tesla electric vehicle in the domestic market. However, consumer momentum has slowed significantly. Through the first half of the year, Chevy delivered just 16,249 units of the electric crossover, pushing it down to fifth place on the sales chart.AdvertisementAdvertisementDespite the recent dip in volume, General Motors is pushing straight ahead with its electrification roadmap. By fast-tracking the development of a second-generation Equinox EV on an updated platform, corporate planners are banking on long-term architecture upgrades to secure the company's footing in the competitive, affordable compact EV space.
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