Why the Chevy Volt Must Succeed

General Motors Has High Hopes for the Chevy Volt and You Should, Too

The Chevrolet Volt, unveiled by General Motors on September 16^th, could be the future of automobiles. The Volt, scheduled for release to the public at the end of 2010, will be capable of driving up to 40 miles without using a single drop of gas. At that point, a small gasoline engine will kick in, allowing the driver to travel another several hundred miles before having to recharge or refill.

The Volt has to be a success - America needs it to be. In today's environment of harmful greenhouse emissions, skyrocketing gas prices, and economic dependence on foreign oil, we need something to break the cycle. The Volt, and other cars like it, could be that key. Below are four reasons why it is important for the Chevy Volt and other electric cars to succeed.

The environment

Anyone who has spent time in Los Angeles should be able to attest to the fact that vehicle emissions are contributing to the pollution of our air. Smog and haze are clogging peoples' lungs and obscuring beautiful night skies all over the country and the world. The carbon monoxide and other gasses emitted by our beloved Hummers and SUVs are polluting our environment at an alarming rate and there is little end in sight. Electric cars, though, produce no emissions and offer very few drawbacks. Aside from a higher initial cost and the inconvenience of having to recharge the lithium-ion battery, the Volt is an attractive, sporty, powerful sedan. The only difference is that it will save you countless dollars at the tank while saving the environment at the same time.

The effect on the demand for oil