VW is getting serious with plug-in business. Yesterday, I've read a very positive review about their Golf GTE Plug-In with which VW is taking a similar approach like Tesla: making EV cars sporty and fun to drive.
The good thing is as the USA hybrid and fuel efficient market takes a hit from lower priced fuel, other countries are still facing expensive gas and diesel. A global market for fuel efficient cars means the technology will continue and USA buyers will still have options. Bob Wilson