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The Montreal Auto Show truly has something for everyone. Today, we’re taking a look at what’s happening at Chevrolet and Hyundai.

A Long-Awaited Return

Chevrolet is unveiling the all-new 2027 Bolt in a Canadian premiere. This compact electric car enjoyed tremendous success here, but was less well received south of the border, which ultimately led to the end of its production.

Given today’s economic context and the ever-increasing cost of vehicles, GM has decided to bring the Chevrolet Bolt back for 2027.

At first glance, aside from a few cosmetic updates and a new screen, there’s nothing revolutionary. However, the major changes are found underneath. The 2027 Bolt will be the first electric vehicle in North America to be equipped with a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. This technology boosts range to around 422 km, about 5 km more than the previous Bolt.

The real advantages lie in charging. Charging capacity jumps from 55 to 150 kW—nearly triple the previous figure. This level of power is easily achievable thanks to the NACS charging port, which provides access to Tesla charging stations. Finally, this new battery also helps reduce manufacturing costs and delivers better cold-weather performance.

A Monster

Also making its Canadian debut, Chevrolet is showcasing the all-new Corvette ZR1X. The recipe is nothing short of breathtaking: take the standard Corvette ZR1 and graft on the hybrid system from the Corvette E-Ray. The result is an all-wheel-drive supercar powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.5-litre V8 hybrid producing 1,250 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm.

This Corvette can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in under 1.7 seconds and lap the Nürburgring in 6 minutes and 47 seconds and change. An absolutely mind-blowing machine.

Back to Reality

Hyundai, for its part, is presenting the Crater concept. This hypothetical electric off-road vehicle serves as a showcase for the design language of Hyundai’s next-generation products.

Behind its rugged, angular styling, Hyundai is experimenting with various ideas, such as detachable mirrors that double as flashlights and sleeping-bag-inspired seats. It may be a concept, but many of its influences could very well make their way onto our roads in the near future.