General Motors Co. has released early prototype images of its Chevrolet Bolt electric car, evidence the Detroit auto maker is likely well ahead of Tesla Motors Inc. in the race to launch a more affordable long-range battery-powered car. The images show a car that is similar in size and design to the Bolt concept vehicle shown at the Detroit auto show in January. The company says the car will achieve 200 miles of driving distance on a charge, and cost about $30,000 after factoring in federal tax incentives. GM’s Chevy Bolt is slated to hit the market in 2017, at roughly the same time Tesla and other auto makers are expected to be close to launching similar offerings. Currently selling a pricier sedan called the Model S and in the midst of launching the sibling Model X SUV, Tesla expects its Model 3 to help take the product lineup […]