Feb 28, 2009
RUESSELSHEIM, Germany, Feb 27, 2009; Christiaan Hetzner, Gernot Heller qand Kerstin Gehmlich writing for Reuters reported that the European unit of U.S. carmaker General Motors (GM.N) said it planned to spin off its German arm Opel and needed 3.3 billion euros ($4.2 billion) in state aid to avert job cuts and site clos ... Continue reading
Did You Miss the 2008 Auto Shows? We Didn't! Experience Them Here! - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO COVERAGE
Feb 28, 2009
Even if you were at the 2008 Auto Shows in Los Angeles, London, Geneva and Detroit there was so much to see and the media introduction schedules were so hectic that chances are you would have missed something. And you may have missed some of the best. But don't worry, because we have it all on TheAutoChannel.com. In ad ... Continue reading
Wolfgang Scholz to Head Opel Classic
Feb 27, 2009
Wolfgang Scholz (56) has been named the new head of Opel Classic, the brand's collection of historic cars. In addition to his current duties in product communication for Germany, Scholz will now take over responsibilities in communicating the brand's history as well as the activities around the countless old- and young ... Continue reading
President Obama Backs Retooled U.S. Auto Industry
Feb 25, 2009
Obama backs retooled auto industry but won't protect manufacturers from own bad practices WASHINGTON DC February 24, 2009; The AP reported that President Barack Obama says his administration is committed to a retooled auto industry, but it won't protect auto makers from their own bad practices. Obama says the nation th ... Continue reading
Feb 19, 2009
DETROIT - February 19, 2009: GM and Chrysler have offered up their plans for viability to the U.S. Treasury ... now what? Join John McElroy and three of the foremost automotive journalists/analysts in America as they discuss what the future holds for these troubled automakers and whether GM and Chrysler can even surviv ... Continue reading
Number 1 in Segment, Flex7 Innovation & 5 per cent Cashback: The Zafira's Got it All Figured
Feb 16, 2009
Like most design classics, once we've been wowed by their style and innovation, it's all too easy to forget why we loved them in the first place. Ten years ago, we were blown away by the first generation Vauxhall Zafira's clever Flex7 seating, allowing it to be transformed from a capacious load-lugger to seven-seater p ... Continue reading
Corsa Supports Fire Investigation and Prevention Work in Cheshire
Feb 16, 2009
A fleet of 25 Vauxhall Corsas purchased by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service are supporting vital fire investigation and safety work across the County and in the Boroughs of Halton and Warrington. The cars are being used by staff who carry out fire safety checks, provide on-site visits following incidents, and offer fir ... Continue reading
VXR8 Bathurst Edition Deals Blower Punch to Rivals
Feb 11, 2009
Few will claim that Vauxhall's storming VXR8 super-saloon is lacking in the power stakes, but just in case there were any doubters, the Bathurst S Edition will put them straight. Thanks to the addition of a Walkinshaw Performance 122 Supercharger, the Bathurst S dispenses 560 V8 horsepower, compared with the standard c ... Continue reading
GM Reports 129,227 Deliveries in January 2009...Down 49 Percent vs Jan 08
Feb 3, 2009
New products and GMAC financing help stabilize retail share above 21 percent for the second consecutive month Cars and crossovers were 65 percent of GM retail vehicles sold "Presidents Day Sale" begins with 0 percent APR or bonus cash offers on select vehicles for qualified buyers DETROIT - February 3, 2009: Driven by ... Continue reading
ADAC's Yellow Angel takes a green trip with a GM/Opel HydroGen4
Feb 3, 2009
On the 'Day of the Yellow Angel,' an annual meeting of the German automobile club (ADAC), GM/Opel has presented the group with a HydroGen4 car they will use for roadside assistance service in the Berlin-Brandenburg region. The hydrogen-powered HydroGen4 will be the first fuel-cell vehicle in the world to be put through ... Continue reading
Vauxhall High-Fives Buyers with All New Cashback Deal
Feb 3, 2009
Consumers seem to be in a no-win situation in today's chaotic economy: if we borrow money, interest is punitive, yet if we have cash to invest the rates we're sold are derisory. But from today, Vauxhall is offering new car buyers a fresh and innovative solution to both these woes with its new 'You Pay, We Pay' deal, gi ... Continue reading
Vauxhall & Opel Celebrate Europe's Most Prestigious New Car Accolade
Jan 27, 2009
It's official: the coveted European Car of the Year title belongs to Vauxhall and Opel for the next year. An international jury, comprising 59 of the most important motoring journalists from 23 countries, presented the marble and coloured-metals trophy for the new Insignia yesterday evening in the place where the succe ... Continue reading
Opel to Reveal Ampera Electric Car at Geneva Motor Show
Jan 27, 2009
Opel has announced Ampera as the name of its revolutionary extended-range electric car. The five-door, four-seat Opel Ampera will be revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show (March 5-15). ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles - the Premier League Choice for Aston Villa
Jan 16, 2009
Aston Villa Football Club has been making the most of the eight Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles currently in use at their Villa Park stadium and Bodymoor Heath training ground. ... Continue reading
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