Inspiring. The New Opel Insignia - Made by Irmscher
Oct 16, 2008
The Opel Insignia. Opel's new top-of-the line model follows the Vectra starting from November 2008. With a new name, the newest developments and setting new standards for equipment in that category, the Insignia starts from 22/11/2008. Irmscher, since 40 years partner of Opel in the field of sporty processed vehicles, ... Continue reading
SHOCKER IF TRUE: Report Says GM and Chrysler are in Merger/Acquisition Talks
Oct 11, 2008
DETROIT - October 11, 2008: AP is saying that the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times are reporting today that General Motors and Chrysler have had preliminary talks regarding an acquisition of Chrysler's automotive operations. The AP's report states that the WSJ report claims that Cerberus Capital Management wo ... Continue reading
Oct 10, 2008
A solution to General Motors' North American woes may be staring them right in the face By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher General Motors' Europe President Carl-Peter Forster made an ironic cry for government help during his 2008 Paris Motor Show presentation. In discussing carbon emission requirements ... Continue reading
Opel Model Year 2009: Cleaner, More Economical and Attractive
Oct 9, 2008
The main attraction in Opel model year 2009 is without question the new Insignia. The notchback and hatchback versions will be introduced in November 2008 and the station wagon variant, the Sports Tourer, will follow a few months later. All three models are now available to order. ... Continue reading
Optimum Light for Every Situation
Oct 6, 2008
The new Opel Insignia is the first mid-class vehicle in the world to be available with an adaptive headlamp system. This adapts automatically to the respective road profile and the visibility conditions, thus providing a significant increase in active safety. ... Continue reading
Station Wagon Practicality Wrapped in Elegant Style
Oct 6, 2008
The new Opel Insignia Sports Tourer showcases the dynamic look of the new Opel midsize class in the station wagon segment and reflects this in its name. Two new engines for the entire Insignia class also make their world premiere at the Paris Motor Show (October 4 - 19). The innovative 2.0-liter BiTurbo diesel with cle ... Continue reading
Economy Without Compromise: Opel Insignia ecoFLEX
Oct 2, 2008
The new Insignia ecoFLEX, debuting at the Paris Motor Show, offers environmentally friendly driving without making any compromises. In contrast to many other competitors, it is not a low-end model, but rather combines powerful propulsion and driving fun with highest efficiency. Opel's newest ecoFLEX model features a po ... Continue reading
Opel: Lightweight Body Applications Leverage Payload Advantage
Sep 25, 2008
At the 62nd International Automotive Show (IAA) for Commercial Vehicles in Hanover, Opel expands its comprehensive LCV range - Combo, Vivaro, Movano - with a number of new individual conversions and body applications. Alongside existing collaboration with renowned partners, Opel is pursuing further cooperation ventures ... Continue reading
Opel Showcases Two World Premieres at Paris Motor Show
Sep 19, 2008
At the Paris Motor Show (Oct. 4 - 19), Opel arrives fully equipped with two world premieres - its dynamic new Insignia Sports Tourer with two new engines and the sleek Insignia ecoFLEX model that combines driving fun with fuel efficiency. ... Continue reading
GM Focuses on a Thriving Future on Centennial Anniversary - VIDEO ENHANCED
Sep 17, 2008
<p>DETROIT, September 16, 2008 - As GM concludes its first 100 years with a legacy of iconic brands and technological breakthroughs, the company is embarking on a new century as a global leader in design and innovation.</p> <p>To help commemorate its Centennial today, GM began its second century with GMnext Day to affi ... Continue reading
GM to Mark 100th Anniversary with Surprises and Live Broadcasts - Watch It Here On The Auto Channel
Sep 16, 2008
Series of Activities Will Focus on Future of Transportation DETROIT, August 16, 2008 - On September 16, 2008, General Motors will mark the beginning of its second century with GMnext Day, a series of forward-looking activities that will focus on the future of automotive transportation. The event also caps a year-long g ... Continue reading
EPA Joins GM in World's Largest Market Test of Hydrogen Powered Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
Sep 13, 2008
Federal agency continues commitment to alternative fuel technologies with the addition of a Chevy Equinox Fuel Cell electric vehicle to its fleet Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Stephen L. Johnson and General Motors Vice President Environment, Energy and Safety Policy Beth Lowery Download Photography WASH ... Continue reading
GM Design Interns Look Into the Future, Pt. 7 - VIDEO FEATURE
Sep 10, 2008
WARREN, MI - September 10, 2008: As the program winds towards its end, the graphic designers and animator are wrapping it all together for the big presentation. Using their creative juices and technological expertise theyâre working to infuse their vehiclesâ core messages into the teamsâ logos and animat ... Continue reading
GM Design Interns Look Into the Future, Pt. 6 - VIDEO FEATURE
Sep 3, 2008
WARREN, MI - September 3, 2008: This week the design interns work with GM engineers to transform the wild creativity into real-world feasibility. Through its annual summer intern program, General Motors is hosting twenty one college interns from around the world at the GM Design Center in Warren, Michigan. Their charge ... Continue reading
Opel Fuel-Efficiency Stars: New Corsa and Astra ecoFLEX Models
Aug 28, 2008
Opel introduces new pro-environmental ecoFLEX variants of the Corsa and Astra for model year 2009. With CO2 emissions of just 109 (Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX) and 119 g/km (Astra 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX), the two are real fuel-efficiency stars, requiring just 4.1 and 4.5 liters of diesel, respectively, per 100 km. ... Continue reading
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