Underscored by the release of the Volt plug-in hybrid, Chevrolet has been keeping busy generating interest in EV technology. Their dialogue around the zero-emissions system has been running since the beginning of the year. It's been Volt wins this award. Volt breaks that record. That's all good and well. But, some enthusiasts are understandably starting to get tired of hearing the EV's name. Chevy gets it.

To liven the conversation a bit and spark greater interest in EV technology, Chevrolet is rendering a pure EV variant of the Spark mini car. Operative words: "pure EV". The Spark EV is fitted only with A123 Systems; li-ion battery, no gas required.

Similar to many EVs on the market and in development, the new Chevrolet Spark EV is expected to transform urban driving. Different than its competitors, it will do so with unparalleled proficiency and style. Via strategic development, the new Chevy Spark EV is synonymous with stealth cornering, nimble response, pent-up pep, and athletic good looks.

"The Chevy Spark EV offers customers living in urban areas who have predictable driving patterns or short commutes an all-electric option," says Jim Federico, Global Vehicle Chief Engineer for Electric Vehicles, Chevy humbly. "It compliments Chevrolet's growing range of electric vehicles, including the Volt extended-range EV and the 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco with eAssist technology."¹

When will the Chevy Spark EV be available? In the not-to-distant future. According to Chevy, the pure-electric Spark will be available in select U.S. markets, in limited quantity, in 2013. To learn more about the Spark EV's availability, be sure to stay tuned to the Dan Vaden Chevrolet blog. We're the Beaufort area's premier local source for global Chevy news.

Source: ¹ http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/14/gm-puts-spark-ev-all-electric-vehicle-into-production-begins-de/