[gogeo]

I'm amazed at the number of things spouted as fact on this thread, that just ain't so. If we can't agree on the facts, there's no point in discussion, is there?

Truthguy has made several excellent points on this thread, until he decided to engage in name calling.

In your case, I'm not sure how he could know what kind of mileage you got on a trip. I do know that since the early '80s the EPA has revised their methodology three times to, as they said, 'more accurately reflect the real-world results.'

Any person willing to drive reasonably can, for the most part, blow away the EPA ratings. That's because the EPA ratings more than ever factor in those who do not drive reasonably.

[Joan Kerrey]

EPA ratings more than ever factor in those who do not drive reasonably.

I realize that and it’s true that I used the lightest foot possible, crept slowly away after stopping and on purpose allowed the car to slow down on upgrades rather than try to maintain speed on upgrades. I was trying for the best mpg possible and looks like 39mpg is the result. I know it’s not normal driving but it surprised me that results were that good. First time I’ve ever been impressed on a cars mpg potential. 4 cylinder direct injection engine and 6 speed transmission is plenty for this old gal.

[truthguy]

You are correct that I've engaged in name calling but I've been accurate. I'm very frustrated by comments from posters misstating the facts about the Chevy Volt. I know a lot about the Volt and have been following it for at least 3 years. There are so many idiots posting stupid and inaccurate posts and this has a negative effect. I think they listen to Rush Limbaugh and just parrot what he says. I've listened to his show the last couple of days and he's been trashing the vehicle big time. He's wrong in his comments and analysis and is shooting from the hip. He doesn't know what he's talking about and he's flat out wrong!