I had the pleasure of driving the Chevy Volt and learning about its
capabilities. It is the first long range electric vehicle on the mass
market and the winner of many awards. I believe that the vehicle could
make a significant contribution towards making Iceland the first country
in the world to rely 100% on renewable energy. The vehicle is reportedly capable of traveling 60 km without a single
charge and this could be extended depending on driving practices, since
the vehicle charges its batteries while moving. Given the size of
Reykjavik and driving patterns here, a commuter could conceivably use
the vehicle all week without ever using gasoline. Think about it. It is
truly revolutionary. I look forward to the unveiling later today of the
vehicle for the Icelandic market; Icelanders will immediately see the
potential for moving ever closer to a future powered 100% by renewable
energy.
I had the pleasure of driving the Chevy Volt and learning about its
capabilities. It is the first long range electric vehicle on the mass
market and the winner of many awards. I believe that the vehicle could
make a significant contribution towards making Iceland the first country
in the world to rely 100% on renewable energy. The vehicle is reportedly capable of traveling 60 km without a single
charge and this could be extended depending on driving practices, since
the vehicle charges its batteries while moving. Given the size of
Reykjavik and driving patterns here, a commuter could conceivably use
the vehicle all week without ever using gasoline. Think about it. It is
truly revolutionary. I look forward to the unveiling later today of the
vehicle for the Icelandic market; Icelanders will immediately see the
potential for moving ever closer to a future powered 100% by renewable
energy.
