"Volt" Gets Top Marks

[Guy]

I read that the Volt was selected as "Green Car Of The Year" at the LA Auto Show----first time an electric car was selected. That makes me want to keep my eye on how the Volt progresses. Does anyone know why it came out on top?

 

[tuner]

Not sure why it came out on top, but I have heard of the car and like the concept. I'm not looking for an electric car anytime soon, but I have a feeling that they are going to become increasingly popular in years to come and the makers of winning cars like the Volt now have a head start in producing quality vehicles.

 

[Andy C]

When they get the kinks out of them and the Volt starts showing up at the used car dealers, then they will become popular. Remember when any new type of car or new brand comes out, it takes a bit to hit the secondary market but when it does, it seems to start the popularity in the primary market.

 

[Mario]

"Range anxiety" has been a big deal, and the Volt's range and efficiency made big strides with the 2011 model. From what I understand, the performance "leap" raises the bar for the the whole industry now.

 

[philio]

I really like the Volt too. It seems like with it, you would not need to worry about range because it has the back up generator. But since it only kicks in when the charge runs out you are still making a difference.