"Frank" on one of the other recent threads here mentioned the idea of GM doing a roadshow with the car.
The more I think about it, the better I like that idea, at least later when actual true production prototypes are built. Imagine the interest generated in the general public if they move these things around the country, maybe pre-scheduled events in shopping malls, colleges, etc. Just the sheer nature and publicity of such an effort would imply to people that this is something significant; that GM is serious about getting off gasoline and oil dependence. They could run them around the country like the NASCAR guys do their show cars, along with maybe a video presentation and someone to answer questions, let people see the motors and batteries, show off the car's looks, etc.
Something like this might go a long way in changing the public biases of GM. It also would get the target market, the common person, up close and personal with the car. Maybe take some of the concerns and uneasiness with the technology away. Show them the fuel saving benefits, conveniences, etc.. You can't just look at a picture. You need to stand beside this car to appreciate it. Not to mention a relaxed atmosphere absent the salesman pitch.
One of GM's biggest problems is overcoming the public preconceived opinions about their cars. Being such a game changer technologically, this car may also offer a game changing opportunity to the historical paradigm about how the car is marketed and how GM is viewed by the public.
Of course all of this depends on a timely and substantial initial release and production. Any one else like this idea?
