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These first images of the new generation Opel Astra GTC may show it in a virtual landscape, but as it races down an imaginary road, real test cars are now running final validation drives: The Astra GTC is officially a production reality.
The Corsa OPC is now even more powerful. The limited OPC ‘Nürburgring Edition’ is based on the recently upgraded Corsa model line and, with just around 500 units planned, it will offer a rare blend of raw power, performance and passion.
The 239 kW/325 hp high-performance variant of the Opel Insignia – distinguished by the iconic letters ‘OPC’ – is now also available as an ‘Unlimited’ version without an electronically-restricted top speed.
At its meeting today, the Supervisory Board of Adam Opel AG elected Karl-Friedrich Stracke as the new head of the company. As Chief Executive Officer (CEO), he will be responsible for the worldwide business operations of Opel/Vauxhall.
Opel now offers the Astra 2.0 CDTI (118 kW/160 hp) with the environmentally-friendly, fuel saving ecoFLEX Technology Package, including advanced Start/Stop functionality.
Singer and Opel ambassador Katie Melua begins her European concert tour tomorrow in Dresden. Named after her current album “The House“, the tour will take the artist to 50 European cities.
After the Opel FlexApp for the iPhone, the company now introduces the iPad version of the Opel Magazine, the Opel iMag. The automaker’s customer magazine adds a host of interactive elements in its digital presentation on the trendy tablet PC that make the articles livelier and engage the user.
The series production model of Opel’s revolutionary extended-range electric vehicle, the Ampera, will make its grand premiere at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show (March 3-13).
Opel Chairman Nick Reilly opened the Rüsselsheim automaker’s exhibit at the Geneva Motor Show (March 3 – 13) with an optimistic look at the year 2011. At a press conference at the Opel booth with Dan Akerson, Chairman and CEO of General Motors, Reilly said he was pleased with the company’s strong progress last year.
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