Comment Re:Raise the Price (Score 1) 462
The Volt's drivetrain, for example, reportedly costs about $6k per vehicle. Why? It's a heck of a lot simpler than a gasoline drivetrain, with a tenth as many moving parts and less raw materials costs.
This statement makes no sense in light of the fact that the Volt's drivetrain includes a four cylinder gasoline engine.
I'm not convinced it's simpler in the transmission either. You still have three clutches, a planetery and a differential.
And yes, the engine can and will provide mechanical power directly to wheels
if conditions are right.
=Smidge=