GM to end Chevy Bolt EV production next year, move China-made Buick to US factory

General Motors Shifts Production to U.S. Factory in Kansas, Ending Chevy Bolt EV Production

General Motors is making significant changes to its vehicle production lineup, with a move that will see production shifting from China and Mexico to a U.S. factory in Kansas. The decision to move production away from China and Mexico is influenced by economic and political factors, including the Trump administration’s tariff policy and the end of the federal EV tax credit.

One of the key implications of this production shuffle is the discontinuation of the Chevrolet Bolt EV, the only vehicle currently being produced at the Fairfax Assembly Plant in Kansas. The 2027 Chevy Bolt EV, which recently hit dealerships, is expected to cease production in about a year and a half. Despite its discontinuation, the new Chevy Bolt EV is priced at $29,990, making it one of the most affordable electric vehicles available to U.S. consumers.

GM has confirmed that the next-generation Buick Envision, currently manufactured in China, will be moving to the Fairfax Assembly Plant in Kansas in 2028. Additionally, the gas-powered Chevrolet Equinox, currently produced at the San Luis Potosí plant in Mexico, will also be shifting to the Kansas factory in mid-2027.

Regarding the future of the Bolt, GM has indicated that it was always intended to be a limited run model. The company may consider extending its production if sales exceed expectations, but for now, the focus is on transitioning production to other vehicles. GM continues to offer other electric vehicles, such as the electric Chevy Equinox and Chevy Blazer.

Looking ahead, GM has committed to making new investments in the Fairfax Assembly Plant for the production of its next generation of affordable EVs. While specific timelines for these investments have not been announced, GM’s dedication to electric vehicle production remains strong.