Hmmm...
By volume, gasoline is still one of the absolute cheapest liquids one can buy. In light of the fact that ethanol is a new technology with virtually no existing infrastructure, I would be surprised if it could be made widely available for the same price as gasoline.
Secondly, what is the incentive for consumers to buy these new GM vehicles? The thought of saving the environment (see sales trends in hybrids)? The thought of reducing our dependency on foreign oil (see sales trends in hybrids)? The thought of saving money (see above)?
Basically, I don't think said mixture would be available at a competitive price with pure gasoline, let alone at a savings. I also don't see anyone changing their buying habits for the purpose of securing an alternative fuel vehicle.
My $0.02...
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