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 Opel Ampera is set to establish an entirely new segment in the European automotive market. Scheduled to enter the market later this year, the five-door, four-seat Ampera is designed to provide all the benefits of an electric vehicle while eliminating range anxiety.
Berlin. Opel took center stage at Cinema for Peace Award-Gala-Night to present the International Green Film Award, marking the official launch of Project Earth.
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).
The Corsa’s new looks build on the strong foundation of its successful design. It still retains its dynamic, friendly character, but now introduces a bold, sporty face in line with Opel’s new design language.
The ecoFLEX variant is the lowest-consumption, especially low-emission member in each Opel model line-up. The new Corsa ecoFLEX ideally illustrates Opel’s philosophy of developing ecologically responsible cars that are still fun to drive.
The Opel Corsa’s makeover continues: following the overhaul of everything under its skin in 2010, Opel’s successful small car is getting a new wardrobe in 2011. A redesigned face lends it a sportier, expressive look, making it instantly recognizable as a member of the new Opel family.
Opel innovation now extends to iPhone users. Opel FlexApp, a series of tools in an iPhone app, are designed to help with everything from parking, shopping, vacations, business and finding the right playlist to suit a mood – offering drivers useful tools that help reach a destination in a simple, efficient and enjoyable way.
Now available with Start/Stop technology, the Astra 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX brings even greater efficiency to Opel’s recently launched compact car: The 5-door hatchback version with Start/Stop reduces its CO2 emissions from 109 to just 104 g/km and its combined fuel consumption from 4.1 liters to 3.9 liters per 100 km.
As of today, Opel will once again operate as a stock corporation. The court in Darmstadt officially approved the application that was filed in November following the shareholder’s decision to pursue a change of the company’s legal form. The company is now officially registered as Adam Opel AG (“Aktiengesellschaft”) at the Darmstadt court.
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