Could the Volt be even bigger in Europe?
Does the Volt make more sense on the other side of the pond?Ultimately, the red-hot Internet buzz machine, the Chevy Volt, is going to cost more than the $30,000 originally predicted. Some GM execs have put the final price around $35,000. Others, closer to $40,000 than $30,000.
Would a $40,000 price tag be too high for most Americans? Probably, but such a price tag might be just right for Europeans. In fact, with $8.00 per liter fuel in Europe, a $40,000 Volt might make far more sense in cities of Europe than cities in America where gas doesn't even cost half as much as in Europe.
posted by Dahcredyns at
8:17 AM
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When I lived in Europe I drove a tiny car, but when I moved to the states I couldn't help but buy a big truck. Gas is so cheap here people can afford to buy any vehicle they want.
Yet, I'm not sure the Volt will be a hit in much of Europe. It might be more cost-effective in Europe, but I'm not sure Europeans are ready to plug-in their automobiles.
8$ per liter is 30$ per gallon, we are not going to see such prices in the foreseeable future, unless the dollar collapses:
http://money.cnn.com/2007/04/26/news/economy/gas_prices/index.htm
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