[Neromancer]

Yeah. That was my first thought as well. But the Lyriq AWD has nearly 200lbft of torque less than the Blazer EV SS; that is some massive de-tuning. Additionally the RWD is now only rated for 308 miles range and the AWD is rated at 307 miles. That small loss in range between RWD and AWD also seems to indicate the 62kw motor as the AWD assist motor since that motor is designed to disengage when not needed reducing the impact on range, but it also means it probably is not used in regenerative braking.

But I guess we I'll still have to wait and see when more details are released.

Actually I think your right. GM might be using the 62KW induction motor in the front. The torque values are a better indicator. The 500hp might be some type of temporary boost mode. The induction motor can shut off and free spin so the range values won't be impacted much by it.

 

[TKEV]

Actually I think your right. GM might be using the 62KW induction motor in the front. The torque values are a better indicator. The 500hp might be some type of temporary boost mode. The induction motor can shut off and free spin so the range values won't be impacted much by it.

Every time I look at different numbers I get more confused. I was thinking since there was almost no difference in the range it had to use the 62kw motor. But then why is the range for the Equinox EV 20 miles less for the AWD(280) compared to the FWD (300), when they use the same battery and front motor and the AWD uses the 62kw rear motor. Unless those estimates are off

 

[RiptideC8]

Anybody have an idea what will be powering the front wheels of the 2024 Corvette E-Ray Hybrid ?
Thanks in advance

To answer my own question, GM is claiming 160hp and 125 torque to the front wheels of the ERAY Corvette.
It is the same power claimed for the front of the Cadillac Lyriq.
Far below the 340hp the single motor powering the front wheels of the Tesla S Plaid.

I am very disappointed and will not be spending $105k+ on the overpriced, underpowered, and overweight 4,100lb ERAY.

 

[TKEV]

To answer my own question, GM is claiming 160hp and 125 torque to the front wheels of the ERAY Corvette.
It is the same power claimed for the front of the Cadillac Lyriq.
Far below the 340hp the single motor powering the front wheels of the Tesla S Plaid.

I am very disappointed and will not be spending $105k+ on the overpriced, underpowered, and overweight 4,100lb ERAY.

Interesting those power figures match up with the increase in power between the RWD and AWD Lyriq. Maybe that is some performance version of the the 62kw eAWD motor.

 

[JPelletier]

The online configurator for the Lyriq AWD is available, but they forgot to update the Drive unit KW for AWD since it's showing 255Kw

Cadillac | 2024 LYRIQ - Build Your Own

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With all the money spent for the Superbowl Ads I expect (or hope) updates on all EVs from GM

 

[WR-EV]

The online configurator for the Lyriq AWD is available, but they forgot to update the Drive unit KW for AWD since it's showing 255Kw

Cadillac | 2024 LYRIQ - Build Your Own

Customize a Cadillac 2024 LYRIQ to Build Your Own unique driving experience.

www.cadillac.com

With all the money spent for the Superbowl Ads I expect (or hope) updates on all EVs from GM

GM (by way of Cadillac and Chevy) are in a strange posture right now. On one hand, they’re still pumping money into ads, giving the sense they want broader interest in and awareness of their EV’s. On the other, they’ve sold out their 2024(!) runs of Lyriqs and Blazers. Watching the Lyriq process unfold, it seems pretty clear there will be folks who won’t get a car within one year of their reservation and may (or may not) get one closer to two years after putting down a deposit, provided they hang on that long. If the Blazer process is any way similar, it seems like GM is working at cross purposes, promoting what they can’t sell and selling what they can’t produce. I have to believe this isn’t the launch they want, making their actions more confusing. But maybe I’m wrong, and delivering vehicles to customers and meeting expectations is far less important than generating buzz and overall excitement.

 

[JPelletier]

GM (by way of Cadillac and Chevy) are in a strange posture right now. On one hand, they’re still pumping money into ads, giving the sense they want broader interest in and awareness of their EV’s. On the other, they’ve sold out their 2024(!) runs of Lyriqs and Blazers. Watching the Lyriq process unfold, it seems pretty clear there will be folks who won’t get a car within one year of their reservation and may (or may not) get one closer to two years after putting down a deposit, provided they hang on that long. If the Blazer process is any way similar, it seems like GM is working at cross purposes, promoting what they can’t sell and selling what they can’t produce. I have to believe this isn’t the launch they want, making their actions more confusing. But maybe I’m wrong, and delivering vehicles to customers and meeting expectations is far less important than generating buzz and overall excitement.

Right, but it's the same for every constructors (except Tesla). They probably want to attract customers, take reservations and loan an ICE while waiting.

GM seems to be making a lot of deals with suppliers recently, the latest: GlobalFoundries and GM Announce Long-Term Direct Supply Agreement for U.S. Production of Semiconductor Chips

 

[WR-EV]

Right, but it's the same for every constructors (except Tesla). They probably want to attract customers, take reservations and loan an ICE while waiting.

GM seems to be making a lot of deals with suppliers recently, the latest: GlobalFoundries and GM Announce Long-Term Direct Supply Agreement for U.S. Production of Semiconductor Chips

I wouldn’t say the same for Ford, BMW, Volvo, or VW. They’re not sold out of the EV’s they advertise for the next two years and are delivering vehicles in large numbers. The supply contracts are good steps but far from bearing fruit now.

 

[JPelletier]

I wouldn’t say the same for Ford, BMW, Volvo, or VW. They’re not sold out of the EV’s they advertise for the next two years and are delivering vehicles in large numbers. The supply contracts are good steps but far from bearing fruit now.

Maybe in USA, I'm on the wait list of VW ID.4 since 1 year and my ETA is Q4 2023. BMW/Volvo are in another category. Ford Mach-E wait list is > 1 year too