A Good Article on Chevy Volt’s 230mpg Claim

There has been a lot of press and discussion about the Chevy Volt getting 230 mpg.  This Edmunds blog takes a closer look.  The true story appears to lie in the drive cycle.  If trips are kept under 40 miles, the Volt does very well.  If not, it appears that the Volt performs like a hybrid gasoline vehicle.  Either way, a 230 mpg rating is likely misleading…..take a look for yourself:

http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2009/08/gms-230-mpg-estimate-for-volt-works-or-not-depending-on-the-drive.html