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To: steve harris who wrote (374646)	3/19/2003 8:12:14 PM
From: Rock_nj	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 769670

Did GM really say they are dumping hybrids? I just pulled this off their site. GM To Offer Hybrid Power on More Than a Dozen Popular Models CEO Rick Wagoner with the dual electric motor that will be available in the Saturn VUE. DETROIT (Jan. 6, 2003) – General Motors Corp. will offer optional hybrid powertrains on several of its most popular models including trucks, SUVs and mid-size sedans starting in late 2003, GM President and CEO Rick Wagoner announced today at the North American International Auto Show. "This is a major commitment to offer consumers three different hybrid propulsion systems on three vehicle architectures, representing more than a dozen of our most popular models," Wagoner said. "Although today's hybrid market represents relatively low volumes, we're well positioned to meet market demand as it develops. In fact, if consumers were to select the hybrid option on all of the models included in our multi-year plan, it could eventually exceed 1 million vehicles. More... GM Hybrid Trucks Deliver Better Gas Mileage, Go-Anywhere 110-Volt Power — Without Compromises GM's Advanced Hybrid System Is Versatile, Effective GM's Belt Alternator Starter Hybrid System ------------------------------- Rock_nj - GM will be at a competitive disadvantage if they abandon hybrids. Market forces will force them to continue with the hybrid rollout.