What is the Chevrolet Volt?
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Chevrolet Volt is an extended-range electric vehicle capable of driving in all weather and road conditions. The battery stack, composed of 288 lithium-ion battery cells, provides the Volt with power comparable to a V6 engine, delivering a maximum torque of 370 Nm and a peak power of 111 kW. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just about 9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 160 km/h. Due to the Chevrolet Volt's quiet operation during driving, to alert pedestrians at intersections—especially those with visual impairments—the Volt is equipped with a manually activated vehicle alert sound. This alert feature was developed in collaboration between General Motors and the American Federation for the Blind.
The Volt was a pretty interesting hybrid from Chevrolet, featuring range-extender technology. Simply put, it primarily relied on the battery to power the electric motor, delivering a quiet and smooth ride similar to a pure electric vehicle, but with a small gasoline engine tucked in the trunk. This engine didn’t directly drive the wheels—it acted purely as a power bank, kicking in to recharge the battery when it ran low, allowing you to keep driving. The first generation could go about 60 km on pure electric power, and with the gas engine, the total range extended to over 500 km. Back when I drove it on long trips, I never had to hunt for charging stations—just refuel and go. It’s a shame it’s discontinued now; otherwise, it would’ve been perfect for those with range anxiety who still wanted to save on fuel costs.
