As the auto industry quickly moves into the electric age, the “Big Three” of Detroit—Ford, GM, and Chrysler—are fighting to stay ahead of the competition and dominate the next generation of cars.
Led by the groundbreaking 2019 Chevrolet Bolt—the first mass-market electric car with a range of over 200 miles—GM has been quick to take advantage of the fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) market. With the upcoming release of the electric Hummer and the launch of its BrightDrop EV platform, GM is signaling its dedication to investing in the future.
In response, Ford has also made big moves in the electric game. Their big focus has been on the iconic Mustang, with the company releasing its first-ever all-electric version in 2021. Ford is also working on several other all-electric models, as well as new hybrid powertrains and a line of powered autonomous commercial vehicles.
As these two giants battle it out, Chrysler has been more content in the background until recently. While GM and Ford have been busy unveiling their newest electric projects, Chrysler has quietly been ramping up production of the Pacifica Minivan, the first ever plug-in hybrid minivan on the market.
It’s clear that all three Detroit players are now in a race to the finish line when it comes to electric vehicles, and each one seems to be making their own push in a different direction. Ford is going for the Mustang, GM for the Bolt, and Chrysler for the Pacifica.
The next few years are sure to be an exciting time for the automotive industry, as the Detroit Big Three continues to vie for dominance in the emerging electric age. While the competition is certain to be fierce, only one can come out on top. It remains to be seen who will bring home the gold in this heated battle.
