The first generation hybrid-electric Volt has been a very slow seller lately, but GM looks committed to follow up with a second generation – and sources say it could be sold in two variants.
According to people with inside information in the supply chain, Chevrolet plans to up demand by releasing two 2016 Volt versions – with one of them being a more affordable, smaller battery pack equipped.
According to the sources, the next generation Volt should begin production within 16 months at General Motors Co’s Detroit Hamtramck plant, which recently has received a $450 million cash infusion alongside the battery factory that makes the Volt packs.
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