Comments on: GM-Volt EXCLUSIVE!: Brand New Interview with Bob Boniface, GM Director of Volt Design on the Production Model Volt http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/ Real-time news, information, and discussion about the Chevrolet Volt. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:07:32 -0800 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 hourly 1 By: Pamantha http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-101704 Pamantha Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:20:21 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-101704 Do you guys have a recommendation section, i'd like to suggest some stuff Do you guys have a recommendation section, i’d like to suggest some stuff

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]]> By: GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Concept Site » GM-Volt Exclusive: Inside the Chevy Volt/E-Flex Design Studio http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-28342 GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Concept Site » GM-Volt Exclusive: Inside the Chevy Volt/E-Flex Design Studio Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:01:25 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-28342 [...] The Chevy Volt we have become familiar with is the concept car, or show car. After gaining broad public appeal in January 07, when it was first revealed, GM began the process of rapidly bringing the car to fruition. The interior and exterior design of this final or production vehicle is taking place in a brand new space called the E-Flex design studio and it’s team is headed by Bob Boniface (see previous interview here). [...] [...] The Chevy Volt we have become familiar with is the concept car, or show car. After gaining broad public appeal in January 07, when it was first revealed, GM began the process of rapidly bringing the car to fruition. The interior and exterior design of this final or production vehicle is taking place in a brand new space called the E-Flex design studio and it’s team is headed by Bob Boniface (see previous interview here). [...]

]]> By: GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Concept Site » GM’s Brand New E-Flex Design Center http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-18919 GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Concept Site » GM’s Brand New E-Flex Design Center Tue, 11 Dec 2007 15:06:09 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-18919 [...] (Either JavaScript is not active or you are using an old version of Adobe Flash Player. Please install the newest Flash Player.) Back in early October when I interviewed Bob Boniface (post), the Volt’s Chief designer, he told us about GM’s new E-Flex design center, which he happened to be moving into that day. He described it as a grand and extensive facility. [...] [...] (Either JavaScript is not active or you are using an old version of Adobe Flash Player. Please install the newest Flash Player.) Back in early October when I interviewed Bob Boniface (post), the Volt’s Chief designer, he told us about GM’s new E-Flex design center, which he happened to be moving into that day. He described it as a grand and extensive facility. [...]

]]> By: GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Concept Site » Clarification: Chevy Volt Will Not be Based on Malibu http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-14808 GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Concept Site » Clarification: Chevy Volt Will Not be Based on Malibu Thu, 15 Nov 2007 13:01:20 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-14808 [...] This isn’t true.  Lutz said the concept’s aerodynamics were not good enough for the efficiencies required for the Volt to get a 40 mile range, and thus had to be re-designed.  This “production Volt” will still look like the concept in some ways.  GM is not releasing the design yet or saying much about it.  Per designer Bob Boniface he wants to keep it a surprise (see my interview). [...] [...] This isn’t true.  Lutz said the concept’s aerodynamics were not good enough for the efficiencies required for the Volt to get a 40 mile range, and thus had to be re-designed.  This “production Volt” will still look like the concept in some ways.  GM is not releasing the design yet or saying much about it.  Per designer Bob Boniface he wants to keep it a surprise (see my interview). [...]

]]> By: Robert V http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-11031 Robert V Mon, 15 Oct 2007 22:39:22 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-11031 Why no leasing is available as the Toyota Prius? After 4 years, will I have to pay thousands of dollars to replace the batteries? I want an honest answer... Not a pitch sale answer... Thank you! Why no leasing is available as the Toyota Prius?
After 4 years, will I have to pay thousands of dollars to replace the batteries? I want an honest answer… Not a pitch sale answer…
Thank you!

]]> By: RB http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10990 RB Mon, 15 Oct 2007 12:12:38 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10990 ROMI said: "October 8th, 2007 at 9:41 pm Quote I think we are missing another big point. "A decision has not been made with regards to the number of electric ports. There should be no question, TWO ports are needed! If we are plugging in everyday I don’t want to mess around with making sure I pull in with the plug on the correct side or I have to drag an extension cord around the car. It’s like having a minivan with one sliding door, remember those? People often wondered why you wouldn’t have another door. The same will happen if only one port is installed. Just add the extra port and forget about it." I agree that this point is going to become a major one, as it is an operation that will happen over and over. Ports on both sides would be a great convenience. If that is not going to happen, we need to know in advance where the port will be. The cord is another matter. The car can be like my electric lawnmower -- lawnmower has only a (male) plug built in. The user provides his own connecting cord, and pushes the (female) connection on the cord on to the mower. The mower does have a nicely considered arrangement for holding the cord in place. Given the variation from dwelling to dwelling in exactly where electrical outlets will be located, some variation in cord length and type is going to have to be chosen on a case by case basis. ROMI said:

“October 8th, 2007 at 9:41 pm Quote
I think we are missing another big point.

“A decision has not been made with regards to the number of electric ports. There should be no question, TWO ports are needed! If we are plugging in everyday I don’t want to mess around with making sure I pull in with the plug on the correct side or I have to drag an extension cord around the car. It’s like having a minivan with one sliding door, remember those? People often wondered why you wouldn’t have another door. The same will happen if only one port is installed. Just add the extra port and forget about it.”

I agree that this point is going to become a major one, as it is an operation that will happen over and over. Ports on both sides would be a great convenience. If that is not going to happen, we need to know in advance where the port will be.
The cord is another matter. The car can be like my electric lawnmower — lawnmower has only a (male) plug built in. The user provides his own connecting cord, and pushes the (female) connection on the cord on to the mower. The mower does have a nicely considered arrangement for holding the cord in place.
Given the variation from dwelling to dwelling in exactly where electrical outlets will be located, some variation in cord length and type is going to have to be chosen on a case by case basis.

]]> By: Robert V http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10879 Robert V Sat, 13 Oct 2007 23:06:39 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10879 All the parts are at the good place to make a dream car for North America. I do not care much about the size of the wheels; 18 or 20 inches instead of 23 is ok with me! My concern is, there will be enough cars for the demand in Canada? Or should we wait another 2 to 3 years to get one of this wonderfull car? This is my dream of an entire life. Do not make of it an other Ev-1... All the parts are at the good place to make a dream car for North America. I do not care much about the size of the wheels; 18 or 20 inches instead of 23 is ok with me! My concern is, there will be enough cars for the demand in Canada? Or should we wait another 2 to 3 years to get one of this wonderfull car?
This is my dream of an entire life. Do not make of it an other Ev-1…

]]> By: dakotatycoon http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10623 dakotatycoon Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:04:43 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10623 With GM's track record, Ill believe it when I see it. "Fool me once, Shame on you. Fool me twice, Shame on me." When the volt or it's dirivitative hits the showroom floor, available for PURCHASE not lease. Then, and only then will I consider the volt something other than vaporware. With GM’s track record, Ill believe it when I see it.

“Fool me once, Shame on you. Fool me twice, Shame on me.”

When the volt or it’s dirivitative hits the showroom floor, available for PURCHASE not lease. Then, and only then will I consider the volt something other than vaporware.

]]> By: Tim http://gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10548 Tim Wed, 10 Oct 2007 21:07:17 +0000 http://www.gm-volt.com/2007/10/08/gm-volt-exclusive-brand-new-interview-with-bob-boniface-gm-director-of-volt-design-on-the-production-model-volt/#comment-10548 Lyle, nice analgy. Lyle, nice analgy.

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