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Chevy Volt
Anyone else looking in the Volt?
From Chevy website:
The Extended-Range Electric Vehicle that is redefining the automotive world is no longer just a rumor. In fact, its propulsion system is so revolutionary, it's unlike any other vehicle or electric car that's ever been introduced. And we're making this remarkable vision a reality, so that one day you'll have the freedom to drive gas-free.
Chevy Volt is designed to move more than 75 percent of America's daily commuters without a single drop of gas.3 That means for someone who drives less than 40 miles a day, Chevy Volt will use zero gasoline and produce zero emissions.2
Unlike traditional electric cars, Chevy Volt has a revolutionary propulsion system that takes you beyond the power of the battery. It will use a lithium-ion battery with a gasoline-powered, range-extending engine that drives a generator to provide electric power when you drive beyond the 40-mile battery range.
Chevy Volt. Launching 2010
From Chevy website:
The Extended-Range Electric Vehicle that is redefining the automotive world is no longer just a rumor. In fact, its propulsion system is so revolutionary, it's unlike any other vehicle or electric car that's ever been introduced. And we're making this remarkable vision a reality, so that one day you'll have the freedom to drive gas-free.
Chevy Volt is designed to move more than 75 percent of America's daily commuters without a single drop of gas.3 That means for someone who drives less than 40 miles a day, Chevy Volt will use zero gasoline and produce zero emissions.2
Unlike traditional electric cars, Chevy Volt has a revolutionary propulsion system that takes you beyond the power of the battery. It will use a lithium-ion battery with a gasoline-powered, range-extending engine that drives a generator to provide electric power when you drive beyond the 40-mile battery range.
Chevy Volt. Launching 2010
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Permalink Reply by Jim Neptune on -
Just finished an article in Automotive Engineering published by the Society of Automotive Engineers. The article highlighted the Nissan Leaf which is projected for introduction into the US in the latter part of 2010. This vehicle is a Li-ion EV, 4-door hatchback that is slightly larger than the Versa.
Nissan says that the vehicle will have a maximum speed of 87 mph and a single-charge range of 100+ miles!!! The range is based upon the U.S. LA4 test cycle where the AC & heater are turned off.
The charging ports are located in the nose of the vehicle. One port is for DC 50-kW quick charging that requires 30 minutes for a 80% charge. The second port is for AC home-charging with approximately 8 hours to fully charge the vehicle.
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Permalink Reply by Lisa M. Bronaugh-Blanco on -
Reduction is good. I've looked into the Volt. Excellent car, emulates the class that the big gas guzzlers have, but is better for the environment. There are only a few things that consern me, not just about the Volt but all of the other cars. I'm conserned about the batteries. They contain acid. When the battery dies, what happens to it? It it stored underground like so many leaking barrels of toxic and radioactive waste? Where can I find the answer?
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