Press releases - July 2002
 

07/31/2002     
"One generation paves the way successfully for the next"
Rüsselsheim. Leaving General Motors and Opel after 40 years: Jochen Ohse (64), until now General Manager of Opel Powertrain GmbH, has retired.   more...

07/30/2002     
High-Capacity Hydrogen Storage Tank Wins TÜV Certification
Rüsselsheim. Germany's Technical Inspection Association (TÜV = Technischer Überwachungs-Verein) has certified the 700 bar (10,000 psi) high-capacity hydrogen storage tank used in the HydroGen3 prototype fuel cell vehicle developed by Opel and GM. The system has been validated according to EIHP (European Integrated Hydrogen Project).   more...

07/29/2002     
GM Moving Fuel Cell Technology Closer to Commercialization
HONEOYE FALLS, NY. - General Motors Corp. today unveiled a unique, new research facility that will expand its ability to develop fuel cell technology, which will help GM determine how to offer fuel cells on a large-scale basis in preparation for market-ready products.   more...

07/17/2002     
Driving in Luxury: New Vectra Seats
Rüsselsheim. The new Opel Vectra not only offers its occupants plenty of interior space but also an exceptionally high level of comfort. The new-generation seats, developed at considerable effort and expense, make a big contribution to this.   more...

07/16/2002     
GENERAL MOTORS EARNS $1.5 BILLION OR $2.63 PER SHARE IN SECOND QUARTER, EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS AND HUGHES
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07/15/2002     
Double points haul for Opel at Lausitz
Opel's star drivers Manuel Reuter and Joachim Winkelhock both achieved points scoring finishes in the sixth round of the DTM at EuroSpeedway Lausitz in Germany on Sunday.   more...

07/15/2002     
The New Vectra GTS Continues in Opel's Gran Turismo Tradition
Rüsselsheim. Who ever said that coupés must have two doors? The term has always followed the zeitgeist. Couper is French for cut, and the word coupé originally described cars with a "cut" roof. Nowadays, a coupé is supposed to have sleek lines and a flowing rear - exactly the qualities of the Vectra GTS.   more...

07/10/2002     
"Good vibrations" make the difference
Rüsselsheim. Heavy bumps at the Norisring or a completely flat track at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz - the suspension springs and, first and foremost, the shock absorbers play a crucial role in ensuring that the 460-hp touring cars never lose optimal touch with the ground.   more...

07/01/2002     
Opel just misses out on points finish
Star drivers Joachim Winkelhock and Manuel Reuter came close to adding to Opel's DTM points score in front of 126,000 enthusiastic spectators at the Norisring today (Sunday), but circumstances ultimately deprived both of the chance.   more...

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