Really not a lot of new news

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Mapleev

Discussion Starter · 6 mo ago

I have my Google news feed that has topics that are followed. One of my topics is the Equinox EV. I check it every day.

Really since the early September announcements, there has not been a lot of news or GM releases on the Equinox EV.

There also has not been a lot of new You Tube videos either, since the early September rush.

I guess come Spring, with the first wave of RS’s coming out in the Fall there will be a lot more information coming out.

Patience Grasshopper!

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Steverino

· #2 · 6 mo ago

Yes, we won't be getting much until maybe end of first or second quarter of 2023. Even then it may not be complete.

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Nebula1701

· #3 · 6 mo ago

Tomorrow GM is holding an investor meeting and they will be talking about recent developments including Ultium Gen 2 batteries.

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Evan1

· #4 · 6 mo ago

Steverino said:
Yes, we won't be getting much until maybe the end of the first or second quarter of 2023. Even then it may not be complete.

The LA show which starts today, Thurs. Nov 17 22 might exhibit the same preproduction models maybe the ones we saw a few months ago or perhaps in different colors who knows?

Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #5 · 6 mo ago (Edited)

Evan1 said:
The LA show which starts today, Thurs. Nov 17 22 might exhibit the same preproduction models maybe the ones we saw a few months ago or perhaps in different colors who knows?

I checked a number of articles and auto blogs about the show and not one mention of the Equinox EV. There was barely any mention of any North American based vehicles. The new generation Toyota Prius seems to be the darling of the show. 2023 Toyota Prius, Prius Prime boast more power, sleek style

I downloaded the LA Auto Show App and it showed where the Chev booth would be, but no other details..

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Peterd15

· #6 · 6 mo ago

I’m going to the LA show on Saturday. I really hope the equinox and the blazer will be there. I think they will be. I’m sure I won’t be able to get too close but hoping to see the size difference.

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Steverino

· #7 · 6 mo ago

Peterd15 said:
I’m going to the LA show on Saturday. I really hope the equinox and the blazer will be there. I think they will be. I’m sure I won’t be able to get too close but hoping to see the size difference.

Take pics and impressions and let us know, Peterd15!

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Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #8 · 6 mo ago

Not specifically on the Equinox but new news for GM EV’s: GM expects EV profits to be comparable to gas vehicles by 2025, years ahead of schedule

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Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #9 · 6 mo ago

This is an article I had not read. The second half of the article is about the EV Equinox. Not much new, but the EQ EV might be a hair faster than I expected.

www.autoinfluence.com

The Future’s So Bright for the Chevy Equinox

As the song goes, the future of the Chevy Equinox is so bright, you’ve got to wear shades when you stop into your local Equinox dealer.

www.autoinfluence.com

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Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #10 · 6 mo ago

I am not sure how much is new news, but an article just out.

insideevs.com

GM Targeting $50 Billion In EV Revenue By 2025

General Motors believes it will make $50 billion in annual EV revenue by 2025.

insideevs.com

Evan1

· #11 · 6 mo ago

Mapleev said:
I am not sure how much is new news, but an article just out.

GM Targeting $50 Billion In EV Revenue By 2025

General Motors believes it will make $50 billion in annual EV revenue by 2025.

insideevs.com

Yep. Saw that too.

Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #12 · 6 mo ago

This is a new You Tube video I believe. Not too glamorous, but it has a lot of facts, some facts that might be new to some people:

Nebula1701

· #13 · 6 mo ago

eh computer voiced video.... I usually try to avoid those.

Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #14 · 6 mo ago

One thing I don’t think I heard is the RS3 with the upgraded charger, also has an output to power outside accessories.

Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #15 · 6 mo ago

Nothing really new in the article, but a recent article on the EQEV I had not read: 2024 Chevy Equinox EV Strives for Futuristic Styling & Affordable Pricing

Steverino

· #16 · 6 mo ago

Dumb question, will the eAWD be selectable or instead be always engaged? s the 280 miles for eAWD only when eAWD is engaged? I assume eAWD is selectable. So I wonder what the range will be when eAWD is off.

Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #17 · 6 mo ago

I have never had an AWD vehicle where it is selectable, it was always on demand.

Steverino

· #18 · 6 mo ago

I 'm thinking about 4 wheel drive locks, not quite the same as AWD, but with eAWD it would seem possible to let the driver choose to have the car be FWD and AWD based on conditions. During winter or hilly driving or rain, choose AWD for example.

On-Demand Coupling
Up to this point we’ve been talking about systems that drive all four wheels all the time through a center differential. On-demand systems operate differently in that they primarily drive only one axle until the coupling engages the opposite axle for assistance. Clutch packs are commonly used here, but so are toothed couplings called dog gears. Often the hardware sits just ahead of the secondary axle, though some systems decouple on both sides of the driveshaft to improve efficiency. Wherever the coupling is located, its mission is the same: Engage the assist axle progressively as needed.

A clutch-pack coupling increases the torque routed to the assist axle by increasing the clamping force on the friction discs, but these systems typically use lighter-duty hardware than full-time systems use because they only drive the second axle a small percentage of the time. Defaulting to two-wheel-drive operation also improves efficiency, which is why on-demand systems have become so popular in this age of strict fuel-economy regulations. Moreover, they offer most of the benefits of electronically controlled limited-slip differentials since they can be programmed to dispatch torque to the secondary axle before slip is detected.

[+] Improved efficiency relative to full-time all-wheel-drive systems
[-] Not full-time all-wheel drive
Found in: Mazda CX-5,Volkswagen Golf R[/URL]

Nebula1701

· #19 · 6 mo ago

it's not a mystery on how it works... look at the motor design and how the 4wd system works on the Hummer.

Mapleev

Discussion Starter · #20 · 6 mo ago

My AWD MDX drove in front wheel drive, until conditions caused a loss of traction in the rear wheels, and then the AWD would kick in. It was on demand AWD. The vehicle made the decision not me. My truck I have to chose 2 wheel drive, 4 wheel drive, 4 wheel drive Low, or 4 wheel drive lock, but I would prefer if it had come with AWD on demand as the standard drive mode. I think there are now trucks where you can select that.

I highly doubt the EQ EV will allow a choice.

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