Vauxhall: Latest News
GM Board Decides to Keep OpelNovember 4, 2009 3:58:52 PM
In a surprise move, GM's board of directors has decided to keep Opel. While details are scarce, the board believes Opel and Vauxhall are vital to the success of General Motors.
Vauxhall Astra Roadster Speculated to Arrive in 2011June 24, 2009 3:00:27 PM
Despite recent news about a sale to new parent Magna, Vauxhall is trying to show the world that they are not slowing down. The Vauxhall Astra Roadster has been set for a 2011 or 2012 release.
2010 Vauxhall/Opel Astra Interior RevealedJune 18, 2009 3:30:50 PM
The Opel/ Vauxhall-inspired interior of the new Astra has been shown for the first time. It is said to offer innovative space-utilisation solutions and class-leading comfort levels.
Magna to Acquire Opel - deal detailsJune 1, 2009 1:21:29 PM
Magna's proposal to take over German automaker Opel has been approved at the last-minute before former parent GM files for bankruptcy. The deal also includes U.K. manufacturer Vauxhall.
Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer Breaks CoverMay 20, 2009 1:03:03 PM
More official details have been released regarding the new Vauxhall Insignia VXR Sports Tourer. The wagon does 0 - 60mph in 6 seconds but still offers 1,530 litres of space. It goes on sale in the UK ...
2010 Opel/Vauxhall Astra Officially Revealed with VideoMay 13, 2009 9:10:00 AM
The first pictures and details of the all-new 2010 Opel Astra aka Vauxhall Astra have been released. The car will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
Investors Lining up for OpelApril 20, 2009 11:12:10 PM
A number of possible investors in Opel/Vauxhall have been identified by GM. According to CEO Fritz Henderson these are serious people ready to do a deal.
Vauxhall Announces BTCC Withdrawal at the End of 2009 SeasonApril 17, 2009 5:59:21 PM
Vauxhall has announced that they will be discontinuing their VX Racing activities in the British Touring Car Championship at the end of this season.
Vauxhall Insignia VXR aka Opel Insignia OPC Officially RevealedApril 15, 2009 11:02:38 AM
VXR edition of the Insignia comes with an all-wheel drive system and a 2.8 liter V6 twin-turbo with 325 hp.
2012 Opel Zafira Sketch SurfacesApril 9, 2009 1:44:52 PM
Next-generation Zafira will come with a whole new Insignia-inspired design. On the inside, independent seats in a three-row arrangement offer more comfort in what will be a roomier cabin too.
2010 Opel Astra Unofficially RevealedApril 9, 2009 11:14:09 AM
Opel’s upcoming 2010 Astra has been unofficially revealed thanks to German publication Auto Motor und Sport.
Vauxhall Announces New Zafira ecoFLEX Model (UK)March 16, 2009 6:05:41 PM
The new Zafira ecoFLEX has been released in the UK. It runs on a 1.7-litre CDTi turbo diesel engine making 110PS and 260Nm. C02 emissions are said to average 139g/km.
UK's Vauxhall Volt to cost $7000 less than US' Chevy VoltMarch 9, 2009 8:24:36 AM
How is it possible that the Vauxhall Ampera will sell in the U.K. for $7,000 less than the Chevy Volt? We don't know either.
Vauxhall Ampera Confirmed for UK in 2012March 4, 2009 11:30:00 PM
GM has confirmed that Vauxhall will get a right-hand drive version of the Ampera, with production beginning in 2012
Vauxhall Corsa & Astra VXR Limited Editions AnnouncedFebruary 27, 2009 7:13:00 PM
VX Racing Editions come dressed in the race team's red and black color scheme. The fire-engine red VX comes accented with alloy wheels in a glossy-black and 18-inch rims for the Corsa, 19-inch for the...
Vauxhall VXR8 Bathurst S Edition packs 560hp Supercharged LS3February 11, 2009 6:01:14 PM
Vauxhall’s already powerful VXR8 sedan has gotten rave reviews for providing tons of power at an affordable price but now the company has decided to take things to the next level by introducing the VX...
New Opel Astra Spied Completely UndisguisedFebruary 10, 2009 9:35:12 AM
The upcoming Opel/Vauxhall Astra, scheduled to go on sale at the end of the year, has been caught without camouflage at GM's German test facility
Opel/Vauxhall Insignia OPC/VXR Leaked PhotoJanuary 28, 2009 11:19:09 PM
This is a leaked picture of the new Opel Insignia OPC, known in the UK as the Vauxhall Insignia VXR. The high performance sedan is claimed to do a time of just over 8 minutes around the Nürburgring.
Thorney Motorsports shows Vauxhall Astra and Corsa VXRsDecember 26, 2008 7:03:57 PM
Tuned Astra will come with up to 300 hp and a racing suspension, Corsa gets 230 hp out of its 1.6 turbo. Both hot hatches will come as either Sport or Racing versions of the VXR.
New Opel Meriva Spy VideoSeptember 16, 2008 10:00:06 AM
This is the best footage so far of the new Opel Meriva, for the first time revealing the new model’s grille and allowing a better view at the headlights and rear side door.
2010 Vauxhall/Opel Astra Teasers ReleasedSeptember 8, 2008 1:12:42 PM
Although these silhouette sketches reveal very little, we could not help but notice one of the included press images which contains a collage of sorts.
VXR Styling Kit for Vauxhall Astra TwinTop (UK)September 4, 2008 12:00:00 AM
Consisting of a deep front spoiler skirt, side sills, rear spoiler and lower spoiler skirt, the kit is inspired by Vauxhall’s record-breaking British Touring Car Championship team.
Opel Astra Prototype Spotted Once AgainAugust 21, 2008 5:00:03 PM
The black clad camoflage along with the annoying black and white paintjob has covered many of the specific design details in the past but the engineers and designers are slowly removing it.
Opel Insignia OPC Caught Testing?August 20, 2008 1:00:05 AM
This Opel/Vauxhall Insignia OPC prototype was spotted at the Nurburgring, there is a fair bit of camoflage on the front fascia which appears to be hiding larger air intakes.
Vauxhall/Opel Insignia Sports Tourer RevealedAugust 14, 2008 3:00:05 PM
Having already unveiled the sedan and hatchback version of the all-new Opel Insignia, General Motors has now presented us with the third variant of the range.
Vauxhall Insignia in DetailJuly 22, 2008 4:41:51 PM
With the entry level Exclusiv package, the petrol 140PS 1.8-liter ECOTEC costs £15,935, while the 2.0-litre diesel is £16,935.
Vauxhall Insignia Drops in on LondonJuly 21, 2008 8:28:00 PM
The Vauxhall Insignia made its first public appearance today when the vehicle, which emerged from the bottom of a container (aka the “orb”) suspended above Potters Fields Park, quickly lowered 45 mete...
Vauxhall Corsa VXR Arctic Edition AnnouncedJuly 17, 2008 6:00:01 PM
As a result of the Remus sport exhaust, Vauxhall claims the power output is increased by 15PS over the standard Corsa VXR's 1.6-litre turbocharged engine which produces 192PS.
Opel Insignia Fastback Spied in Full Production TrimJune 25, 2008 10:00:03 PM
Soon after the first images of the Opel Insignia Sedan a new hatchback protortype appeared on the roads and now as its London Motor Show debut draws ever closer we are able to bring you the best shots...
Forget the Upcoming Regular Opel Astra - Bring on the OPC VersionJune 5, 2008 11:00:03 PM
The Astra OPC (dubbed the Vauxhall Astra VXR in the UK) will hit the dealerships in 2010 which is around the same time its main rivals (Ford Focus ST and Golf GTI) are also set to reach the market.
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