In years gone by there has been the promise of a shift away from Internal Combustion Engines and towards the irresistable lure of the electric vehicle.

The promise has been there for decades but we are only just seeing the mainstream results come to fruition next year with the release of the Chevy Volt.

I know, I know, I know, Toyota has had the Prius in its linup for a few years, but I discount that as a token effort.

WHY?

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