The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in series hybrid vehicle to be produced by General Motors, expected to be launched as a 2011 model with integration prototypes to be built starting on June 1, 2009.
Sales are scheduled to begin in November 2010.
The Volt's propulsion system will be based on GM's new Voltec (formerly known as E-Flex) platform.
Unlike current commercially available hybrids, the actual propulsion of the Volt is accomplished by the electric motor, as the internal combustion engine (ICE) is not mechanically connected to the wheels.
With fully charged batteries, this electric power may be sourced exclusively from its onboard litium-ion batteries, for up to 40 miles (64 km).
After 40 miles (64 km), a small 4-cylinder internal combustion engine drives a 53 kW generator to provide a longer range.
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