[HEVguy]

Just to chime in, from an educated perspective, rob2299usa is absolutely correct, and eurohazard is completely oversimplifying, at best. At worst, eurohazard, you really do have no idea what a 2-mode eCVT is, in order to have 6 'fixed mechanical' gears, it would need 3 modes, which isn't necessary! This IS GM's MOST ADVANCED TRANSMISSION out there. Not only that, but it is MORE ADVANCED THAN THE PRIUS' eCVT, since it overcomes the Prius' requirement for higher speed motors for highway driving speeds, AND the consequantial Prius' compromises necessary for highway speed operation.

As far as the article. It seems like a pretty good review, focusing in on the details for those needing this kind vehicle, but staying true to the current question the US society is asking... why does everyone else need a vehicle like this? I didn't realize the Tahoe 3rd row was still difficult to configure, that is too bad.