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GM Plunges Deep Into European Waters at 2006 Geneva Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED


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Seven World and European Premieres

* Top attraction: Futuristic Saab Aero X sport-coupé concept
* Additional world premieres: Opel GT, Chevrolet Epica and Captiva
* European debuts: New Cadillac Escalade, 310-hp Saab 9-5 Aero BioPower Concept, Chevrolet Tahoe Two-Mode Hybrid

Geneva - March 1, 2006: With four world and three European premieres among many other new models, General Motors (GM) ushers in the new automotive spring season at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show (March 2 to 12). The highlights are the futuristic Saab Aero X sport-coupé concept, the new Opel GT and the new Chevrolet Epica and Captiva models, which are unveiled for the very first time. The two new Chevrolets will already be available by mid-2006, with the GT roadster following in spring 2007.

Here's some great video clips of the event. It's like being there!

Bob Lutz, GM Vice Chairman, intros new Opel GT. Click4Video.

Unveiling of Opel GT. Click4Video.

Jim Taylor, Cadillac GM introduces Escalade. Click4Video.

Wayne D. Brannon, Exec Dir Chevy Europe, intros new Chevrolet car models. Click4Video.

Carl-Peter Forster, Pres GM Europe, NOT introducing the new Opel Corsa. Click4Video.

Here, Carl-Peter does discuss alternative fuel for Europe. Click4Video.

What about GM hybrids in Europe, you ask? Here's the plans: Click4Video.