That's because he took possession of an extended range electric vehicle, the Chevrolet Volt, as part of the club's partnership agreement with the car manufacturer. The Volt can travel up to 50 miles petrol and emission free, and virtually silent, before the on-board generator kicks in to add a further 300 miles of extended range.
He thinks his Volt is 'absolutely phenomenal'.
Chevrolet is currently Manchester United's Official Automotive Partner and will become the club's shirt sponsor beginning with the 2014/15 season. A number of players and other staff will also receive Chevrolets as part of the partnership agreement between the club and General Motors. These include former World Champion and Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton who received a seven-seater Chevrolet Captiva.
Both Sir Alex and Sir Bobby are pictured above with their Chevrolet cars.
