…It won’t work.
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That has already been proven false, a few years ago. Everyone should already know that. We desperately need a FAQ for this type of info!

A prototype SERIES hybrid used a smaller battery for a larger vehicle. It was just a NiMH pack which delivered 21 kW of power. There was no plug. Power was supplied exclusively from a fuel-cell stack. In other words, it had a steady-state generator working much like the engine will in Volt. The battery provides the extra power needed during times of heavy demand, like acceleration. It worked just fine.

Want to know more? Do a search for Toyota FCHV.

Well I guess I’m a “greenie in CA”, and I have said here about 100 times that I would purchase one. And yeah, I guess it is largely out of civic duty.

I have offered over and over to put down a substantial deposit, as have many others here. I haven’t seen any response from GM.

I have no doubt in my mind that the “greenies in CA” are ready. Bring it on.

One more addition: (and this could relate to any new technology developed to become energy independent) – I suggest the government take a portion of the proposed Billions being pumped into the economy and set-up a NATIONAL BACKSTOP for warranties on any new battery or alternative energy technology.

The idea is simple: encourage smart development of US proprietary technology and ensure production and manufacturing stays here in the US. If GM installs US made batteries in the VOLT, the batteries are covered by the government funded backstop fund. GM can now sell the VOLT at a lower cost without the risk associated with warranties. The government risk is spread out over time and may never be needed as the batteries may in fact last longer than expected. Details of warranty length, etc, would have to be worked out – but the concept is to instill consumer confidence in new US made technology and reduce the risk to US business willing to make the commitment to design and production here in the US.

No response to #143 at all will imply that you got caught spreading FUD or misleading or misrepresenting… Please clarify. Misunderstandings happen. It’s time to prevent that same question repeatedly asked since the summer of 2007 from being asked anymore.

With the 2-year anniversary quickly approaching, there’s really no excuse for educational materials still not being available… so action is about to be taken.

thanks, JC