GM Announces 2016 Chevrolet Volt Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show

FenwickHockey65 · 08-07-2014, 09:55 AM

Next Generation Volt to debut at 2015 NAIAS
Will continue to be manufactured at GM’s Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant
General Motors

August 7, 2014

ACME, Mich. – The next generation Chevrolet Volt will debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Global Chevrolet Chief Marketing Officer Tim Mahoney said today.

The 2016 Volt will build on the award-winning original’s strong foundation of technology innovation. Volt sales were up 13 percent in July and more than 65,000 have been sold since it was introduced – making it the best-selling plug-in passenger car in the U.S. market.

“Volt is the perfect example of the ingenuity that drives everything we do at Chevrolet,” Mahoney said at the Center for Automotive Research Management Briefings. “Volt fully delivers on the promises of Find New Roads and will continue to provide consumers with the transportation solutions they need and deserve in the future.”

Volt owners are driving more than 63 percent of their overall miles in electric vehicle mode, collectively logging more than 500 million gas-free miles since the Volt’s retail debut in 2010. That has saved more than 25 million gallons of gasoline.

While the driving range in EV mode can be affected by temperature, driving technique and terrain, the ease with which Volt drivers are avoiding gasoline use demonstrates the Volt’s suitability for almost any lifestyle.

Volt owners who charge regularly typically drive more than 970 miles between fill-ups and visit the gas station less than once a month.

The Volt has received multiple customer satisfaction awards from leading third-parties. According to a recent leading independent satisfaction survey, the Volt is the highest-rated compact car under $55,000. Owners are showing their satisfaction as well. For the past three years, a leading customer publication has reported survey results showing more than 90 percent of Volt owners said they would definitely buy a Volt again.

The Volt continues to draw buyers from non-General Motors’ products. In the 2013 calendar year, nearly seven of 10 new Volt buyers traded in a non-GM vehicle, the majority of which were Toyota Priuses.

Among its accolades, the 2014 Volt has been recognized for its safety, most recently receiving the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety 2014 Top Safety Pick+ designation for vehicles equipped with an available Forward Collision Alert system.

G-Oil Guy · 08-07-2014, 10:16 AM

When's the show? Early next year right?

FenwickHockey65 · 08-07-2014, 11:07 AM

Next January.

toesuf94 · 08-07-2014, 11:52 AM

Here's hoping they make it with a USABLE BACK SEAT so I can buy one. It becomes - at best - a three seater with me behind the wheel! (5-11, 265 lbs)

KMPrenger · 08-07-2014, 10:54 PM

I have always liked the Volt, and hope to see even greater things with this new model. Hopefully it still looks good too...I think everything about the current Volt except for maybe parts of the rear end, looks great.

Only gripe is that it started off a bit expensive, and is still a bit pricey today, but I think that is changing for the better. I think if it keeps moving this way, this car could eventually be a big hit.

08-07-2014, 09:55 AM	#1
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	GM Announces 2016 Chevrolet Volt Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show Next Generation Volt to debut at 2015 NAIAS Will continue to be manufactured at GM’s Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant General Motors August 7, 2014 ACME, Mich. – The next generation Chevrolet Volt will debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Global Chevrolet Chief Marketing Officer Tim Mahoney said today. The 2016 Volt will build on the award-winning original’s strong foundation of technology innovation. Volt sales were up 13 percent in July and more than 65,000 have been sold since it was introduced – making it the best-selling plug-in passenger car in the U.S. market. “Volt is the perfect example of the ingenuity that drives everything we do at Chevrolet,” Mahoney said at the Center for Automotive Research Management Briefings. “Volt fully delivers on the promises of Find New Roads and will continue to provide consumers with the transportation solutions they need and deserve in the future.” Volt owners are driving more than 63 percent of their overall miles in electric vehicle mode, collectively logging more than 500 million gas-free miles since the Volt’s retail debut in 2010. That has saved more than 25 million gallons of gasoline. While the driving range in EV mode can be affected by temperature, driving technique and terrain, the ease with which Volt drivers are avoiding gasoline use demonstrates the Volt’s suitability for almost any lifestyle. Volt owners who charge regularly typically drive more than 970 miles between fill-ups and visit the gas station less than once a month. The Volt has received multiple customer satisfaction awards from leading third-parties. According to a recent leading independent satisfaction survey, the Volt is the highest-rated compact car under $55,000. Owners are showing their satisfaction as well. For the past three years, a leading customer publication has reported survey results showing more than 90 percent of Volt owners said they would definitely buy a Volt again. The Volt continues to draw buyers from non-General Motors’ products. In the 2013 calendar year, nearly seven of 10 new Volt buyers traded in a non-GM vehicle, the majority of which were Toyota Priuses. Among its accolades, the 2014 Volt has been recognized for its safety, most recently receiving the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety 2014 Top Safety Pick+ designation for vehicles equipped with an available Forward Collision Alert system. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

08-07-2014, 10:16 AM	#2
G-Oil Guy Where am I? Drives: Zoe the ZL1, 2012 Frontier Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mars, PA Posts: 6,071	When's the show? Early next year right? __________________ FOR SALE: 2013 ZL1 Message me if interested

08-07-2014, 11:07 AM	#3
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	Next January. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

08-07-2014, 11:52 AM	#4
toesuf94 Drives: THR #11 E-force supercharged Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Posts: 4,746	Here's hoping they make it with a USABLE BACK SEAT so I can buy one. It becomes - at best - a three seater with me behind the wheel! (5-11, 265 lbs) __________________ Cars and women are both going to give you problems...but you can pay somebody else to fix your car!

08-07-2014, 10:54 PM	#5
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,967	I have always liked the Volt, and hope to see even greater things with this new model. Hopefully it still looks good too...I think everything about the current Volt except for maybe parts of the rear end, looks great. Only gripe is that it started off a bit expensive, and is still a bit pricey today, but I think that is changing for the better. I think if it keeps moving this way, this car could eventually be a big hit. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)