Today
we find out a little more
about the rumors that have
been flying across the
Internet regarding GM's
turnaround plans. According to
the Detroit
News, GM's CEO Rick
Wagoner is going to stress
GM's new commitment to
"energy diversity" -
using "a variety of
advanced technologies and
fuels that emphasizes the use
of electricity to power
vehicles."
While GM has already announced plans to develop dual mode hybrid vehicles, the real buzz and speculation is regarding the I-car. The I-car, otherwise known as the icon car, is meant to emphasize GM's commitment to its green revolution, and most believe the i-Car is a plug-in hybrid vehicle that will be displayed in early 2007 at the Detroit Auto Show.
Still, this is pure marketing, pure buzz.
Already Bob Lutz, GM product engineer, whom not too long ago ridiculed the hybrid movement, has stated that lithium-ion technology - the key to plug-ins - is still 3 to 4 years away. Moreover, the Detroit News reported that "Wagoner won't commit to building a plug-in until the company can overcome technical hurdles and improve battery technology."
Hopefully, however, this isn't just a public relations move, but truly a new beginning for GM. I guess only time will tell.
While GM has already announced plans to develop dual mode hybrid vehicles, the real buzz and speculation is regarding the I-car. The I-car, otherwise known as the icon car, is meant to emphasize GM's commitment to its green revolution, and most believe the i-Car is a plug-in hybrid vehicle that will be displayed in early 2007 at the Detroit Auto Show.
Still, this is pure marketing, pure buzz.
Already Bob Lutz, GM product engineer, whom not too long ago ridiculed the hybrid movement, has stated that lithium-ion technology - the key to plug-ins - is still 3 to 4 years away. Moreover, the Detroit News reported that "Wagoner won't commit to building a plug-in until the company can overcome technical hurdles and improve battery technology."
Hopefully, however, this isn't just a public relations move, but truly a new beginning for GM. I guess only time will tell.
--See Also - GM working on Saturn Vue Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle
