Oct 24, 2008 -
Chevrolet Volt Officially Revealed
The Chevrolet Volt is perhaps the most important vehicle coming down the pipeline at GM, so it’s fitting that the Chevy Volt is officially unveiled for GM’s centennial celebration. With up to a 40 mile range on just electricity, the production Chevrolet has immense potential as it can provide plenty zero emissions driving for eco-conscious drivers.
This morning, officials at General Motors had announced that the automaker had unveiled the Chevrolet Volt as it’s a great way to introduce the brand’s second century, which is great news to Chevrolet San Diego and other dealers. The GM’s Chairman and CEO, Rick Wagoner, said, “The Volt is symbolic of GM's strong commitment to the future.”
The design of the Chevrolet Volt has changed since its initial introduction as a concept at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Hours of wind tunnel testing has contributed to the vehicle’s overall design, where aerodynamics played a large role in order to reduce drag and improve overall efficiency. One aspect of aerodynamic efficiency is the extremely raked windshield. But the design also embodies an athletic stance, and also adorns the new Chevrolet front fascia design.
The resulting design for the Chevrolet Volt has perhaps become the most aerodynamic vehicle in the automaker’s history to help aid the vehicle’s 40 mile range without using gasoline which has appealed to customers at Boonville Chevrolet who increasingly demand efficiency. But the Volt also offers comfort and innovative design on the inside as well, with all the comforts and space a customer would expect from a four-passenger sedan.
Among the range of features included with production Chevrolet Volt include a driver-configurable, liquid crystal instrument display, a touch screen that displays a variety of vehicle information, an infotainment display, and a navigation system providing music storage as well. With popular information systems such as Ford's Sync, Birmingham Chevrolet dealers believes this will help draw customers to dealers. There’s even Bluetooth connectivity for portable devices.
The Chevrolet Volt’s electric system is what powers the wheels at all times and all speeds. The a range of 40 miles on electricity alone, a gasoline and E85 powered engine is also on board which helps generate power for the electric drive unit which keeps the battery charged. This process extends the Volt’s range for hundreds of miles. Although Spokane Chevy customers are excited about the range, some are skeptical about the cost of plugging in the electric vehicle to their home.
For charging, the Chevy Volt can be plugged into a standard 120 volt wall outlet or use 240v, which Bob Watson Chevrolet customers think will be highly convenient. Plugged into a 120v outlet, the battery can be charged in as little as eight hours. GM estimates that the vehicle will cost drivers about 80 cents per day in electricity, and will consume less energy than a household refrigerator.
With a quiet interior and surprising performance, the Chevrolet Volt should provide ample power for drivers. The vehicle’s electric motor produces the equivalent of 150 horsepower and has a top speed of up to 100 miles per hour which shouldn't disappoint too many drivers at New Mexico Chevy dealers as drivers are buying Prius models and other hybrids that don't offer significantly more power.
Production for the Chevrolet Volt is estimated to begin in late 2010. Pricing has not yet been announced, but it was been estimated to have a price tag of about $40,000.
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