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Chevrolet Volt production begins November 11

Chevrolet Volt production begins November 11

General Motors confirmed this morning that November 11, 2010 has been set as the official Job 1 date for the Chevrolet Volt. The news initially reported by Translogic was verified to AutoblogGreen by GM spokesman Rob Peterson. November 2010 has always been the targeted production launch timing for the Volt, but a specific day couldn’t [...]

Nissan says Leaf EV beats Chevy Volt with 367 mpg

Nissan says Leaf EV beats Chevy Volt with 367 mpg

The green car mileage race is now under way, and Nissan Motor Co. isn’t impressed by the Chevrolet Volt’s 230-mpg claim. The Japanese automaker says its new Leaf electric vehicle gets 367 mpg, or about 60 percent better fuel efficiency. “Nissan Leaf = 367 mpg, no tailpipe, and no gas required,” Nissan wrote on its [...]

GM’s Turnaround Rides on a Successful Chevy

GM’s Turnaround Rides on a Successful Chevy

With General Motors leaving bankruptcy, can its core brand churn out cars and crossover SUVs that stand up to Toyotas, Hondas, and Fords? As General Motors emerges from bankruptcy reorganization to launch a new era, it is no exaggeration to say that as goes Chevrolet, so goes General Motors. The Chevrolet brand has always been [...]

2009 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid

2009 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid

Bottom Line: For those who need to tow more than 6,100 pounds, this truck isn’t for you. Pros: Fuel economy Delivers torque like a diesel Sedanlike interior Cons: 6,100 pounds maximum towing Only one cab style Only one cargo box length For full-size pickup trucks, these are tumultuous times. The segment peaked at more than [...]

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