Detroit, MI, United States (AHN) – General Motors announced Wednesday that it would start selling its first all-electric Chevrolet small car in the United States starting in 2013. The electric concept will debut after the launch of the gasoline version in 2012.

The Chevrolet Spark EV minicar will compete with Nissan Motor’s Leaf, currently the only all-battery powered car available in the U.S. from a major auto maker.

GM did not provide additional information such as pricing or expected driving mileage on a full charge.

The verdict is still out about whether U.S. consumers are ready for all-electric vehicles. Charging stations and reliability remain top concerns.

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