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Tuesday, January 4, 2011
The Volt sports a stylish and futuristic appeal and has a roomy interior featuring leather/suede upholstery, multi-level heating driver and passenger seats, rear seat bench, split-folding rear seatback, power steering, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, tilt-adjustable steering wheel, audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, universal remote transmitter, keyless ignition, rear view camera and retained accessory power. It is also equipped with state-of-the-art entertainment and safety features such as Bluetooth wireless data link for navigation system and hands-free phone, built-in hard drive, video monitor, 4-wheel ABS. stability and traction control, airbags, child safety locks and seat anchors, remote anti-theft alarm system, passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation, and auto delay off headlamps, among others.
Despite its recent financial woes, General Motors has decided to will continue with its plan to release its electric automobile, the Chevrolet Volt. Bob Lutz, GM's new Vice Chairman of Global Product Development, has insisted that the company will stand by its commitment to add the Volt to its product line. I was excited to hear this news, as it will be the automaker's best chance at competing with the hybrid auto market that is currently dominated by Toyota and Honda.
