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Originally Posted by snizzle
GM has all but abandoned hybrids of any kind (Corvette E-Ray being the fringe exception). Shortsighted IMO but I do acknowledge the complexity to build them. They had all they needed with the Voltec powertrain which was brilliant and refined, oh well.
In the meantime they won't have an answer to PowerBoost or this rumored 2.3 PHEV as you mentioned.
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Yes, the Voltec had a lot of unrealized promise. Using the newer batteries for more electric miles would help a lot. One of my boys had one for 3-4 years and liked it a lot. A slightly stronger engine setup would have been great for an entry lever coupe sports car. Sorry to see then kill that off.