The All-Electric Chevrolet Lineup in Ballwin, MO
If you're looking at upgrading to a new vehicle, you couldn't have picked a more electrifying moment. Chevrolet offers an amazing selection of all-electric vehicles, including the Blazer EV, Equinox EV, and Silverado EV. What does that mean? These vehicles offer everything you love about the great Chevrolet SUVs and trucks of the same names, but with the added bonus of never needing to spend another dollar on gasoline.
Chevrolet Equinox EV
The Chevrolet Equinox has earned its reputation for being an excellent SUV for families, and its all-electric spin-off just takes that rep to another level. The first-ever all-electric Equinox EV boasts sporty style with options like a two-tone roof and stylish wheels, and it's perfectly spacious and accommodating on the inside with seating for five and perks like a dual-heigh cargo floor. Add in advanced safety and connectivity tech, and the new Equinox EV is a winner.
If you're on the fence about going electric because of concerns about driving range, worry not with the Equinox EV. Thanks to its cutting-edge Ultium platform, the all-new Chevrolet Equinox EV covers 319 miles of range on a full charge.[1] Charging at home is easy, too — you can plug the Equinox EV into any standard 120-volt outlet or install a GM PowerUP+ Level 2 charger to recover up to 34 miles of range per charging hour.
Chevrolet Blazer EV
Drivers in Ballwin love the Blazer for its athletic, aggressive style and matching performance capabilities. And while it doesn't have an engine under the hood like its sibling, the new Chevrolet Blazer EV delivers on all of those critical qualities. Want excitement on your daily drive? The Chevrolet Blazer EV SS comes through thanks to Wide Open Watts, kicking output up to 557 horsepower and 648 lb-ft of torque and allowing it to go from 0-60 mph in under four seconds.[2]
There's a lot to love about driving the Blazer EV, especially thanks to Super Cruise™ hands-free. This feature works on more than 400,000 miles of highways across the United States and Canada, allowing you to take your hands off the wheel, kick back, and enjoy the ride. And you can enjoy that ride with full confidence thanks to 324 miles of maximum range[1] and access to more than 174,000 public chargers across the continent. These factors make it easy to see why the Chevrolet Blazer EV is the 2024 MotorTrend SUV of the Year®.
Chevrolet Silverado EV
The Chevrolet Silverado EV isn't just the electric truck to beat in so many key ways — it's arguably the best Silverado Chevrolet has ever made. You expect a truck to be capable, and the Silverado EV comes through with up to 10,000 pounds of maximum towing and an incredible 754 horsepower and 785 lb-ft of torque with Wide Open Watts.[3] That makes it the quickest and most powerful Silverado of all time. On top of that, it offers the most standard range of any electric truck with 440 miles.[4]
It's also the most advanced vehicle from Chevrolet to date thanks to features like a Multi-Flex Midgate®, which works with the Muli-Flex Tailgate to accommodate items up to 10 feet, 10 inches in length. Add in four-wheel steer, Super Cruise(RM), and the ability to supply power to your home during an outage with GM Energy PowerShift and a GM Energy Vehicle-to-Home Enablement Kit, and the Silverado EV lets you do more than you've ever imagined.
Electric Vehicle Maintenance
Electric vehicles have significantly fewer moving parts than traditional combustion-powered cars. Consequently, they tend to be less expensive to maintain. That said, they still require routine maintenance to parts such as tires, brakes, filters, and fluids.
Battery Maintenance
According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory of the United States, most batteries should last 12-15 years in moderate climates. Regular use in extreme conditions could lower their lifespan to 8-12 years. To extend the life of your battery, avoid extreme hot or extreme cold temperatures and follow the charging tips outlined further down on the page. Outside of these considerations, your battery should require virtually no maintenance during its lifecycle.
Brake Pads
Despite being heavier than most vehicles, EVs tend to experience less brake wear thanks to regenerative braking technology, which allows the motor to slow itself down while recycling kinetic energy.
Tire Wear
Because EVs are on the heavier side, they may need more frequent tire changes than combustion-powered vehicles. Make sure to check the tread at regular intervals to be sure.
Fluids
While EVs don't use engine oil, they still need brake fluid, coolant, and windshield wiper fluid. Electric power steering also removes the need for another fluid.
Charging Tips and Tricks
There are three main levels of EV charging: Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging. Level 1 charging is compatible with 120-volt household outlets and is suitable for people who drive only a few miles per day. For a full charge, it could take a few days. Level 2 home charging supports up to 240 volts and makes overnight top-ups more realistic, even if you have a long commute. DC fast charging is as fast as it goes. The Blazer EV, for example, can regain about 78 miles of range in only 10 minutes at a DC fast-charging station. However, this is best reserved for road trips. Faster charging degrades the battery more quickly. It's also advisable to keep the state of charge between 20%-80% rather than 0%-100% to further extend the life of your EV battery.
Going electric with your next new vehicle could be one of the best decisions you'll ever make. Not just because you'll save money on fuel and maintenance over time, but because you'll wind up with one of the best vehicles in Chevrolet history. Experience the excellence of the Chevrolet EV lineup at ELCO Chevrolet in Ballwin, MO. Contact our team to get started!
[1] On a full charge. Actual range may vary based on several factors, including ambient temperature, terrain, battery age and condition, loading, and how you use and maintain your vehicle.
[2] On a closed course only. Based on initial vehicle movement.
[3] Available on model year 2024 4WT. Based on preliminary GM testing. Actual production model may vary. May require optional trailering equipment to achieve maximum capacity. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner's Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
[4] Excludes GM vehicles. On a full charge. GM estimated range based on development testing and/or analytical projection consistent with SAE J1634 revision 2017-MCT and subject to change prior to production. Actual range my vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, loading, and how you use and maintain your vehicle.
| Monday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Saturday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 7:45AM - 4:30PM |
| Tuesday | 7:45AM - 4:30PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45AM - 4:30PM |
| Thursday | 7:45AM - 4:30PM |
| Friday | 7:45AM - 4:30PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |