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Spy shots reveal sneak peek at Chevy Volt plug-in hybrid

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by Fibb222, Aug 29, 2008.

  1. Fibb222

    Fibb222 New Member

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    Jeez, is that thing ever ugly! And look at the 1950's style dashboard.
     
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    Jiipa MGySgt USMC (Ret)

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    Looks like there are going to be a lot of disappointed people that are waiting for a Volt that looks like the prototype.
     
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    Did you buy the Prius for it's looks or b/c it was a hybrid? I would buy either one GM or Toyota (or other) depending on which was a plug-in and which got the most electric only range (with freeway speeds)...ect. Looks aren't that important to me.
     
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    I love that dash! I think it looks cool as heck!
     
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    Rybold globally warmed member

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    According to The Wall Street Journal Market WAtch, GM released the photos to investors to ensure investors that the Volt was real and tangible. As a result, GM shares shot up 10%.
    http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/story.aspx?guid={CAA88751-374C-4631-AD0C-71C7C2695836}&siteid=rss

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    "The company plans to have 50 prototype Volts completed by the end of the year"
    "GM plans to move the first Chevy Volts to dealer showrooms in November 2010, according to Peterson."

    I like it!
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  7. fthorn

    fthorn From gas hog to greenie to gas hog

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    I like the black/white dash - good for those with low-light vision issues.
     
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    Looks aren't all that important to me either. However, reliability is VERY important. When you compare Toyota to GM ..... well, you get the point.

    There is simply no comparison relative to quality and reliability. :)

    ... Brad
     
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    I hope this works for GM, they are in serious trouble
     
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    Looks like a toy car. That's a Hollywood illusion set of pics.
     
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    darelldd Prius is our Gas Guzzler

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    If it truly comes in purple, then they've already sold one to my wife.