Go back and read some of my posts where I said things like "I can only talk about products released to the press" or "I can only talk about products that have been publicly announced". Well this is one of the products I could not talk about then. What's the point? The point is that the 2008 VUE 2-Mode has been in the works for several years. It is one part of a well thought out strategy, not a response to the currently available BAS Green Line.

So if the 2-Mode is so great, why was the BAS Green Line released first? Simple. From a technology implementation stand point, it is an easier application. It was ready first. Also notice that the 2008 VUE is totally changed from the 2007. The FWD 2-Mode was develop coincident with the change to the new VUE chassis and design. The BAS system is more transportable across vehicle designs, so it could more easily be developed for the 1st design VUE and carried over to the new design.

The BAS is also less costly to produce, therefore offering a lower price to the consumer. What you'll see when the 2008 2-Mode is available is the basis of the GM hybrid strategy. One model at a modest price with modest fuel economy improvement. This allows people who want a hybrid but can't afford to pay - $3 - 5,000 above the base vehicle price to still experience a hybrid. Another high tech / high fuel economy model for people who want the maximum improvement in fuel economy and are willing to pay the option price for it.

Peace,

Martin

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues