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Originally Posted by oil pan 4
It probably only applies to the first gen volt.
The gasoline engine ran above 70 mph.
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I can't find any info about that. Can you share a link? What I
am reading is the ICE powers the wheels directly at 70+ MPH, but
only if it was already running (eg. the EV range was depleted and the generator/ICE was on). EG:
link,
link,
link. In charge-sustaining mode, the generator/ICE "cheats" via a clutch that connects it to the transmission/wheels above 70 MPH.
As far as I know, as long as the battery isn't empty, both generations of the Volt will run up to top speed solely on electric power.
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As far as acceleration goes my leaf can light up the ecopia tires a little. I doubt it will be able to get much more than a squeek out of the yoko avid ascend tires.
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I did hear the front tires "slip" yesterday when I pulled out into a smaller gap in traffic than usual. Not a squeal/chirp. But to be honest, I haven't tried flooring the accelerator yet.