Presenting the Sonic

As the North American International Auto Show kicks off in Detroit, Chevrolet is showcasing the “Sonic,” a new subcompact sedan/hatchback that will begin production at the Orion Plant in August. A recent report in the Free Press indicated that the anticipated number of cars produced (between 60,000 and 70,000) may not be enough to meet consumer demand.

While there has been controversy over some of the details of GM’s plans at the Orion Plant, the fact remains that retooling for a new, energy efficient car of the future has come to Lake Orion. In fact, the Sonic will be the only subcompact car built in the United States in the year 2010.

There are plenty of links today about the Chevrolet Sonic – a sign of private sector technology at the Orion Plant.

The Sonic:

http://www.chevrolet.com/sonic/

Details about possible demand for the Sonic:

http://www.freep.com/article/20110109/BUSINESS0101/101090514/1205/BUSINESS0101/GMs-new-CEO-Akerson-eyes-long-term-prize

The only subcompact built in the United States:

http://www.freep.com/article/20110110/BUSINESS01/301100007/1331/BUSINESS01/Sonic-to-be-only-subcompact-built-in-U.S.