A 230 mpg car?

GM reported Tuesday that it's Chevrolet Volt electric car could get 230 mpg in city driving. However, Edmunds.com cast doubt on whether drivers will achieve that mileage, as it apparently depends a lot on driving style. (Oh, and wait until you see the sticker price.)

Here's an interesting quote about the Volt technology from SiliconValley.com:

"Unlike the Prius and other traditional hybrids, the Volt is powered by an electric motor and a battery pack with a 40-mile range. After that, a small internal combustion engine kicks in to generate electricity for a total range of 300 miles. The battery pack can be recharged from a standard home outlet."

And finally, the sticker price of the Volt? It's reported to be $40,000. Ouch.

Here's a link to the Chevrolet Volt website.