Karken & Ag4ever,

You both raise some very good points. Could more have been done sooner to level out the shortcomings of the EV-1? Probably. Could strong hybrids like the Tahoe, Yukon, and VUE 2-Mode vehicles have come to market sooner? Probably. It all comes down to prioritizing spending and human resources.

The downside (from a hybrid / EV enthusiast perspective) is that those activities apparently were prioritized behind Cadillac resurgence, complete Saturn makeover, Chevrolet portfolio turnover, Full Size Truck redo and development of the mid-size crossover products (Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave).

The upside is that they were still funded and resourced even during a time when several "industry watchers" were trying to predict the day and hour of GM filing for bankruptcy. I think that shows some commitment. The advanced projects were apparently funded and staffed at levels that did not threaten focus on maintaining strength with bread and butter programs and products and we're just now starting to see the product exit the development pipeline. The next couple years will be pretty exciting.

Peace,

James

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