Goodbye Sparky: Chevy Axes Spark EV
Well, we knew that this day has been coming for a while, now. The peppy little Spark EV has simply been limping along, only selling 419 models in its best month of 2016, April. From there, things have just gotten worse and worse for the poor thing, with it eventually limping its way through December […]
2016 Chevy Volt and Spark EV Land on ACEEE Greenest List
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has published its annual rankings of the 12 greenest vehicles on American streets, as well as meanest (or least efficient). The ACEEE bases its listings on several variables, including fuel economy ratings and manufacturing processes. It was a good year for Chevrolet, which landed two vehicles on the […]
2016 Chevrolet Spark EV Overview
Lately, when it comes to Chevrolet‘s electric lineup, it feels like all the attention is going to the plug-in hybrid Volt or the upcoming long-range EV, the Bolt. However, we shouldn’t forget that there is more to the Chevy green lineup than these two–there is the Volt’s subcompact cousin, the Chevy Spark EV. The 2016 […]
2015 Chevy Spark EV Price Cut Pays Off Big for GM
With the new and improved (and colorful!) 2016 Chevy Spark EV on its way to market, General Motors decided last month to lower the cost of 2015 Sparks. GM knocked almost $700 of the price, bringing the 2015 model’s MSRP down to $25,995. Even more enticing, the automaker lowered lease prices from $199 to just […]
2015 Chevy Spark EV Gets $690 Price Cut
With the advent of the new, colorful 2016 Chevy Spark, Chevrolet announced today that it will be dropping the MSRP of the 2015 Spark EV 1LT to $25,995. That’s a reduction of $690 in the minicar’s current price. Of course, the government will foot a significant portion of that bill—customers are eligible for up to […]
Chevy Tackles Range Anxiety in Latest Spark EV Commercials
In the newest commercials for the 2015 Chevy Spark EV, Chevrolet is attempting to assuage common electric vehicle fears of short ranges and long charge times. The first ad, aptly titled “Zero-Emission Driving Up to 82 Miles,” states that the Spark’s lithium-ion battery is capable of powering the vehicle for 82 miles on a single […]
GM Promises Chevy Spark EV in Maryland by End of June
Chevrolet made headlines in Detroit at this year’s NAIAS with the reveal of the Bolt EV concept and the debut of the new 2016 Volt. Now, the automaker is capitalizing on all that electric energy with the announcement that it will begin offering the Chevy Spark EV in Maryland by the end of June. “The Spark EV […]
Spark EV Is The Most Fuel Efficient Vehicle of 2014
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Energy (DOE) have identified the 2015 Spark EV as The Most Fuel Efficient Vehicle of 2014. This marks the second consecutive year that the Spark EV has received this distinction. The 2015 Spark EV yields a combined rating of 119 MPGe, which beats out its […]
Updates for the 2015 Chevy Spark, Spark EV Discussed
The new Chevy Spark and (even newer) Chevy Spark EV have accomplished quite a lot since they hit the market, so it’s easy to wonder what’s next for the subcompact cars. The updates for the 2015 Chevy Spark and Spark EV are minor but are still important for the future of these little engines that […]
Midwest Chevy Spark EV: Coming to a Farm Near You?
The News Wheel is based out of Dayton, Ohio, so we’ll be the first to tell you that we don’t see too many electric vehicles on the road. In fact, many residents here are opposed for one reason or another. So when we saw an article on Hybrid Cars speculating on a Midwest Chevy Spark […]
GM and Google Ride-Sharing Program Stars 2015 Spark EV
The recently announced GM and Google ride-sharing pilot program partnership will use the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV, chosen for its “small footprint.” The pilot program will take place in Mountain View, California, at Google’s really cool campus that everyone and their mother want to work at. Go Camo: See what the 2016 Chevy Silverado Realtree […]
Brownstone Battery Assembly Plant Will Take on Spark EV
General Motors announced today that its Brownstone Battery Assembly Plant in Brownstone, Michigan, will be producing the battery systems for the all-new 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV. “Using our in-house engineering and manufacturing expertise enabled us to deliver a battery system that is more efficient and lighter than the 2014 Spark EV without sacrificing range,” explained […]
2013 Chevrolet Spark EV Overview
What’s New for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV The Chevrolet Spark EV is a brand new addition to the Chevy line-up for the 2013 model year. 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV Exterior The Chevrolet Spark EV is a small four-door hatchback, and with its unique and unconventional exterior color choices, the Spark is certainly a cheerful […]
Chevy Spark EV Range, Handiness of Empty Gatorade Bottles Tested
Early this month, Digital Trends writer, Nick Jaynes, took it upon himself to test the all-new 2014 Chevy Spark EV range to see just how far he could go in one charge in “ideal conditions.” Technically, the EPA rates the Spark EV at 82 miles (119 MPGe), but Jaynes was determined to discover how far […]
Chevrolet Spark EV History
Introduction The Spark EV was introduced to the market in 2012, allowing Chevrolet to join the push towards more available electric-powered options. Though it’s only sold in the United States in California and Oregon, its popularity has helped Chevrolet establish itself as a competitor in the all-electric segment. History The Spark EV was first introduced […]
2014 Chevy Spark EV Overview
2014 Chevy Spark EV Specifications 2014 Chevy Spark EV Exterior There’s really only one word to describe the exterior of a 2014 Chevy Spark EV—spunky. With a grounded stance that throws a confident attitude in your face, the Spark EV has an energetic appearance that reminds us a bit of a Jack Russell terrier. A […]
2014 Chevy Spark EV the Most Fuel Efficient Vehicle Sold in US
Hate spending upwards of $50 every time you hit the pumps? You might consider looking into a more fuel-efficient option, and while that doesn’t necessarily mean giving up your large SUV, it does mean looking into alternative fuel sources, like a hybrid or electric model. However, your best bet is to downsize and go electric. […]
History of the Chevrolet Spark
The Chevrolet Spark was introduced to the U.S. in 2012 and arrived for production as a 2013 model. The bold Spark was challenged with the task of attracting young car buyers to the Chevy nameplate, and it has been immensely successful in doing so. An easy-to-use supply of interior technology features and exciting exterior paint […]