Volt Continues to Receive Republican Criticism;

The Chevy Volt which will debut later in 2010 has received quite a bit of criticism from Republican pundits like Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck. They have left other automakers like Volkswagen along for now, whose models can be found at a local VW Dealer. There have been a string of editorials in newspapers like the Chicago Tribune and Tucson citizen after Rush Limbaugh made some negative comments about Chevy's latest plug-in hybrid vehicle. There were no complaints about the Ford F-150 which can be found at a F-150 Inventory, but the Chevy Volt has received criticism for being overpriced and having a limited electric range.

Many automakers like Acura and Volkswagen are looking to also introduce their own new hybrid or electric vehicle models. Some of the latest fuel efficient Acura models can be purchased from a Trenton Acura dealership. The Volt has received most of its criticism for its starting price of $41,000. However with government tax incentives, the price drops down to $33,500 which is more reasonable for the new electric vehicle.

Some have called it a "plaything for the rich" but the vehicle after incentives is not nearly as high priced as many of the luxury vehicle offerings on the market at the moment. If some of these bloggers really want to go after vehicle manufacturers for offering high priced vehicles, they should consider criticizing Mercedes-Benz or other luxury vehicle makers who start off some of their mid-range vehicles at $50,000. The Volt does offer much for its price, particularly several included technology features and a dual electric and gasoline engine with a 340 mile range.

Still, if the Volt is half as good as what some analysts expect it to be, it will be worth the high price. With a large range and a little extra room over the Prius, the Volt will appeal to many different buyers.