Following the Chevrolet Volt’s official launch at the Los Angeles Auto Show, GM announced that California and Michigan would be the first markets where eager consumers will be able to get their hands on the this highly-anticipated all-new extended range plug-in electric vehicle. In addition to these two states, Washington D.C. residents will also become of one of the initial launch markets for the Volt
One of the biggest factors concerning all future electric vehicles will be infrastructure and how easily drivers will be able to access recharging stations. Naturally, this plays a large role in where the Volt will become available for launch. Chevrolet wanted the Volt to first be available markets where local and state governments, as well as utility partners, were the most progressive in facilitating this new vehicle.
Among the Washington D.C.-area utilities that will be partnering with GM during the Volt’s launch will be Pepco and Dominion, both of which are committed to establishing a vehicle charging program. Overall, 500 new charging stations are due to be installed in the D.C. area for residential, business, and public use. Consumer feedback will also be used by GM and its utility partners during this initial launch phase to ensure seamless access to electrical outlets in these regions and in future markets.
One Woodbridge Nissan dealer expects that the Volt and the upcoming Nissan Leaf will be competing head-to-head for EV early-adopters, but only time will tell which one will win-over mainstream consumers.
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