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First UK Review of Volt/Ampera

Discussion in 'Chevrolet Volt' started by GrumpyCabbie, Jun 28, 2010.

  1. GrumpyCabbie

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    Very limited UK review of the new Volt/Ampera which is being launched next year over here.

    BBC News - Ampera paves the way for GM Europe revival

    One thing I did pick up on was how sluggish the car at higher speeds. They didn't say if the car was running on electric only on with the engine powering the generator, but comparing it to turbo lag on a 1980's car doesn't sound too good.

    Still, the Volt should be available in the US this Autumn but will it be worth the wait?
     
    #1 GrumpyCabbie, Jun 28, 2010
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    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Interesting article.
     
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    Another, more comprehensive review. They're coming thick and fast now so there's obviously a fair bit of interest.

    Shame we're going to have to wait until 2012 at the earliest before we get our hands on a RHD one.

    Vauxhall Ampera prototype review - Telegraph
     
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