GM Gives Volt Owners Loaners as It Investigates

As the US investigates the Chevy Volt following fiery crash tests, General Motors will lend cars to current owners of the electric vehicles, the Wall Street Journal reports. Meanwhile, the company is working to fix the problem. It believes the fires aren’t caused by overheating chemicals, but rather, that faulty electronics are at issue. One possible solution: stronger battery casings. "I believe in the safety of the Volt," says an exec. "This technology should inspire confidence and pride, not raise doubt and concern." (More General Motors stories.)