Opel Zafira 2012 live

Opel Zafira 2012 live

Opel Zafira 2012 live

 Opel Zafira 2012 live

Opel Zafira 2012 live

The Vauxhall Zafira Tourer diesel engine range includes three versions of Vauxhall Euro 5 compliant 2.0CDTi common rail unit, even in the Insignia and Astra found. Power outputs start with a choice of either 110PS or 130PS, while the most powerful engine has been upgraded to produce 165 hp.

The petrol range comprises a smaller 1.4 Turbo unit produces 140PS and a naturally aspirated 1.8-liter 140hp. Availability of start / stop on some gasoline and diesel engines will be announced later this year.

Six-speed transmission is all 1.4T and 2.0 CDTI engines equipped with the option of a six-speed automatic on certain models. A five-speed manual ‘box is equipped with the 1.8-liter gasoline engine.The Opel Zafira Tourer will make its world premiere at the 64th International Motor Show in Frankfurt am Main, September 15 – 25, 2011. Offering a perfect blend of functionality and wellness, the Opel Zafira Tourer brings Insignia premium quality values and innovative technologies as well as Opel’s design philosophy – “sculptural artistry meets German precision” – to the monocab segment.

The “Tourer” in the name marks a quantum leap forward: With an extensively re-designed Flex7 seating system, the third generation of Opel’s compact monocab establishes new standards in cabin flexibility and quality. But the metamorphosis goes beyond this enhanced ability to transform its cabin layout: The overall experience is upgraded. Relaxed driving comes with premium qualities thanks to a refined design, airy cabin atmosphere, an upgraded chassis and innovative technologies that increase comfort and safety.

NEW OPEL ASTRA CABRIO DEBUT IN 2013

Will also be more practical and quiet, but the coupe-cabriolet have been shown to have the thrill of discovery with the traditional canvas roof. The manufacturers seem to have understood this, and come back to watch with interest to the "old" convertible. One of these is certainly Opel, Which will replace the current Astra TwinTop a Astra Cabrio equipped with the most classic soft-top.
The German manufacturer has already officially confirmed in late February it planned a new version of the Astra Cabriolet, destined to debut in 2013. The new German convertible will therefore monitor the ever-increasing "return to origin" of the convertible, choosing a light (also good ...) canvas roof. One of the most recent examples of this dynamic is the Golf Cabriolet.
The current EosCharacterized by the retractable hardtop, will have no heirs, and the role of medium-small discovery of the Wolfsburg will play just the revived Golf open, which just happens-your-toe on a canvas roof. The Astra Cabrio born naturally on the same platform as the sedan and will be produced in Gliwice, Poland.

Report: GM's Opel Could Build Cars for Other Makers if Acquired by Magna

Report: GM's Opel Could Build Cars for Other Makers if Acquired by Magna

And the plot thickens... Citing sources close to Magna International, German newspaper 'Welt am Sonntag' is reporting that if the Austrian-Canadian auto-parts maker wins the battle against Fiat S.p.A. and acquires a controlling stake in General Motors' Opel - Vauxhall division, then there's a strong possibility that it could "loan" Opel's production capacity to other makers such as Ford or Peugeot if the automaker is forced to reduce output.

Fyrthermore, the German newspaper claims that while Magna has no intention of closing any plants in Germany, it may shut down GM's European plants in Antwerp, Belgium and Luton, England.

Via: Yahoo News

Vauxhall Pulling Out of BTCC at the end of 2009 Amid Crisis

Vauxhall Pulling Out of BTCC at the end of 2009 Amid Crisis

General Motors' UK brand Vauxhall announced on Friday that it will depart from the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) at the end of the 2009 season due to the ongoing global economic crisis. "The decision to withdraw from the BTCC in 2010 was influenced by the absence of other manufacturer-backed teams and financial prudence in the current global economic downturn," Vauxhall said in a statement. However, the company left an open window for the future saying that it may return to the sport in future years.

"The company has enjoyed immense success with BTCC, both on track and as a focal marketing activity for the VXR brand. However a number of factors have led us to take the decision to withdraw from the championship at the end of this season," said Andy Gilson, Marketing Director, Vauxhall Motors. "Vauxhall's primary focus for next year will be bringing to market exciting new products, such as the new generation Astra and Meriva models."

For the remainder of the year, Vauxhall's team, VX Racing will continue to campaign on the BTCC with three cars driven by Fabrizio Giovanardi, Matt Neal and Andrew Jordan.