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05/27/2002
Carbohydrates
- "power fuel" for racing drivers
Rüsselsheim. Like petrol fuels the race car, carbohydrates fuel its
driver. Physical and mental fitness is playing an increasingly important
role as drivers are fighting over fractions of a second. Close fighting
like this is standard in the DTM series, set to stage its fourth seasonal
meeting at the Sachsenring this first weekend in June. more... |
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05/23/2002
New
Opel Meriva: Innovative, Versatile and Compact
Rüsselsheim. Ingeniously versatile, a spacious interior and attractive
design combined with compact exterior dimensions - meet the new Opel
Meriva, which will celebrate its premiere at the Paris Motor Show
at the end of September. Production is scheduled to begin at Opel's
plant in Zaragoza, Spain, in early 2003. more... |
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05/21/2002
Fuel
cell cars offer solution to curtail greenhouse gas emissions
Rüsselsheim/Brussels. Opel and GM's Fuel Cell Activities Center presented
initial results from a comprehensive study assessing the greenhouse
gas emission characteristics of a wide range of potential fuel and
propulsion systems for the car of the future at the "Hart World Fuels
Conference" today in Brussels. more... |
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05/20/2002
Puncture
deprives Menu of second - Pole and point for Reuter
Alain Menu (Opel Euroteam) lost out on a guaranteed second place after
suffering a puncture just two laps from the finish in the DTM's thrilling
and incident-packed return to Donington Park in the UK. The heartbroken
Astra V8 Coupe driver pitted for new tyres after running over carbon
fibre debris and went on to finish eighth. more... |
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05/15/2002
AUTOnomy:
"Engine of the Year"
Stuttgart. High praise for AUTOnomy, the fuel cell concept car developed
by General Motors' and Opel's joint Global Alternative Propulsion
Center (GAPC): An international jury of 41 motor journalists from
around the world distinguished this car with the "Engine of the Year"
award in its "Best Concept" category today. more... |
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05/14/2002
German
Chancellor Gerhard Schröder opens 'Opel in Berlin'
Rüsselsheim/Berlin. The German Chancellor, Gerhard Schröder, along
with the Mayor of Berlin, Klaus Wowereit, and the Chairman of Opel's
Board of Management, Carl-Peter Forster, today opened 'Opel in Berlin',
Opel's new coordination center in the German capital. more... |
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05/14/2002
Aerodynamic
efficiency shows significant improvement
Rüsselsheim. When Opel go to the starting grid of the third DTM race
in the United Kingdom this coming weekend, the first victory of the
Calibra V6 at Donington Park nine years ago will be "old hat." More
than ever, a perfect set-up will be crucial on this beautiful, but
highly demanding circuit. more... |
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05/13/2002
Martin
Smith Appointed Director of Design at Opel
Rüsselsheim. Martin Smith has been appointed Director of Design at
Adam Opel AG, effective May 1, to succeed Hans Seer. Previously, Smith,
52, had served as Vehicle Line Design Director responsible for the
Astra and its derivatives. more... |
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05/07/2002
New
Vectra GTS - Fastest Opel of All Time
Rüsselsheim. The coupé-style Vectra GTS - the second model in Opel's
new Vectra range - takes to the road in September. The GTS appeals
especially to customers who value sporty looks paired with dynamic
handling and performance. more... |
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05/02/2002
Opel
Vivaro as "Combi" People Carrier and Long-Wheelbase Panel Van
Rüsselsheim. Stylish, practical and as comfortable and safe as a passenger
car - the Opel Vivaro has set new standards in the light commercial
vehicle market. Europe's "International Van of the Year 2002" is now
available in two new variants, as a "Combi" people carrier and a long-wheelbase
panel van. more... |
