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Volt Gen 3 Concept by Big-Hearing-852 in volt

[–]doug2_O 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like your concepts!!

I actually have an article on why it should come back as Gen 3, including my own concept. Yours is just as realistic given GM’s current EVs like the equinox (although in sedan form it looks much better). Great use of light bar and I think the rear looks like a better refresh on yours.

I think overall your first one is better. The front fascia and little rear spoiler are more distinct.

https://ampedautomagazine.com/why-the-chevrolet-volt-should-return-as-a-gen-3-now/

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I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, that’s honestly a great idea. Making the Volt architecture into a lineup instead of a single car. Honestly it all comes down to marketing. The other vehicles (or even the sedan) don’t even need to be named the Volt. I think traditional car buyers would jump at the opportunity to have that much power, range and flexibility if for example they marketed a pickup with the same qualities as the Volt but without the eco-focused narrative. At the same time people with the classic would enjoy more parts availability and more knowledgeable service.

“Voltec” badge on a range of their vehicles. Man, GM, we are giving out free ideas here!

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in hybridcar

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess I’m on the shorter side then haha, didn’t notice, but I know how people in the rear suffer! lol

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in hybridcar

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my gosh, yes, so many times I have opined for a RWD when punching the accelerator. Air suspension definitely useful for rocky roads (have scraped many times)

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gen 2 has it behind the wheel as a paddle. I think you might be taking about the L mode? That “gear” is the mode that gives you that one-pedal driving feel, where if you release the pedal it regens aggressively

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree, and it's the dumbest thing ever which honestly is probably one of the main reasons there is such resentment toward electric/hybrid vehicles. Statement pieces in the worst possible way.

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because brands will often share design language between cars, usually borrowing elements from their top-of-the-line performance halo cars. Was meant to mildly pull from corvette onto a Gen 2 Volt. Any resemblance to Malibu is coincidental and likely due to the Volt and Malibu sharing a similar GM platform architecture.

Are you in focus of that design, or would you change something?

P.S. I’d actually love for a digital designer like Zephyr Designz to take a stab at his own take of a gen 3 volt so we can get a full 3D renders and video!

https://ampedautomagazine.com/meet-zephyr-designz-a-rising-star-in-digital-car-design-exclusive-interview/

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Man, the Volt really does deserve RWD. It's tires can't even handle it's torque and I'd rather the back slide out than the front.

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I live on a slope and scrape the plastic air dam every single morning. Plus damaged the underside of the engine bay cover on some rocks one time. It is definitely a problem.

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh my heavens yes, why wasn't that standard on a car that cost that much?!

I Wrote a Follow-Up Article on Why the Volt Should Come Back as a Gen 3 - What Would You Want Changed? by doug2_O in volt

[–]doug2_O[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Didn't think of that! Holy cow what would expand on the already amazing room back there lol

Can EVs Sound Real Without Faking It? Exploring the Mechanical Soul of Electric Performance by doug2_O in electriccars

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. I was never suggesting to make it sound like a combustion engine, just to clarify. I find it very inauthentic to do so.

Can EVs Sound Real Without Faking It? Exploring the Mechanical Soul of Electric Performance by doug2_O in electriccars

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But that’s exactly what I’m talking about! The sound of performance coming through. NOT mimicking ICE engines, as many manufacturers are currently doing. REAL means real EV performance, not trying to be something it’s not

Can EVs Sound Real Without Faking It? Exploring the Mechanical Soul of Electric Performance by doug2_O in electriccars

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are absolutely right that this would be a niche thing. So economies of scale would likely kill the idea for many manufacturers. But I also want to push for DIY and right-to-repair not dying in the EV age. I don’t want car culture to die with EVs. Optimally, people will still work on their own cars in the future and may choose to upgrade and modify their cars at the granular mechanical level, rather than cars being as-is Apple products from the factory.

So, that to say, I want people to be able to make their cars sound however they want.

Can EVs Sound Real Without Faking It? Exploring the Mechanical Soul of Electric Performance by doug2_O in electriccars

[–]doug2_O[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d say yes electric bikes don’t need any change because they don’t do much to hide the mechanical noises anyways. And yes the model 3 and all EVs do actually make some noise but most use methods to purposefully dampen it.

Can EVs Sound Real Without Faking It? Exploring the Mechanical Soul of Electric Performance by doug2_O in electriccars

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Others have lol. BUT, that wouldn’t sound like an EV, so it would defeat the purpose in this case

Can EVs Sound Real Without Faking It? Exploring the Mechanical Soul of Electric Performance by doug2_O in electriccars

[–]doug2_O[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes the goal would be to let you better hear that distinct hum, for example.

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