GM Volt – Too Expensive

I just read that GM thinks its new “plug in hybrid” is going to be priced around $40,000. Ouch! I had high hopes for the Volt. I understand it will run about 40 miles on electric alone. That’s a bit short for me with a daily commute of 75-80 miles, but it is promising.

GM is trying to convince Congress that they should get a tax break that would make the car more affordable. In other words… everyone would help pay for the Volt through taxes. I am not sure I like that. I don’t know the answer, but I would rather they beat Toyota at the hybrid game without needing a tax break.