http://www.worldcarfans.com/category/opel http://www.worldcarfans.com/images/feedlogo.gif http://www.worldcarfans.com/category/opel http://www.worldcarfans.com/109110922959/gm-european-ceo-resigns-after-opel-reversal--bob-lutz While details are limited, it appears Forster and GM management clashed over the much-mangled deal to sell Opel to a joint-venture lead by Magna International.]]> Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:20:44 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109110922959/gm-european-ceo-resigns-after-opel-reversal--bob-lutz http://www.worldcarfans.com/109110422885/gm-board-decides-to-keep-opel 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.]]> Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:58:52 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109110422885/gm-board-decides-to-keep-opel http://www.worldcarfans.com/109103022779/opel-corsa-ecoflex-boasts-37-liter100-km-and-98gkm-co2 Power comes from a 1.3-liter CDTI turbo-diesel engine that produces 70 kW (95 hp) and 190 Nm of torque.]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:02:08 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109103022779/opel-corsa-ecoflex-boasts-37-liter100-km-and-98gkm-co2 http://www.worldcarfans.com/109101422410/gm-deal-to-sell-opel-imminent Reports say a deal by General Motors to sell a major stake of its Opel arm to the Magna consortium will be signed on October 15, although hurdles still appear to exist.]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:05:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109101422410/gm-deal-to-sell-opel-imminent http://www.worldcarfans.com/109100822312/mystery-opel-mule-spied-with-enlarged-new-astra-body- A mysterious Opel mule has been spied wearing an Astra body. Some speculation points to the next-generation 2012 Zafira while others reckon it could be an Astra variant.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:42:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109100822312/mystery-opel-mule-spied-with-enlarged-new-astra-body- http://www.worldcarfans.com/109100622257/opel-meriva-spied-completely-uncovered Upcoming compact MPV will come with two 1.4 liter engines, one turbocharged and one not. Opel's turbocharged 1.4 liter unit develops 137 hp. An array of diesel will also be in the mix.]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:58:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109100622257/opel-meriva-spied-completely-uncovered http://www.worldcarfans.com/109093022108/opel-meriva-spied-with-flex-doors-wide-open New photos of the Opel Meriva surfaced today. The car is seen with even less camo than before, and we get a clear look at the suicide-style FlexDoors wide open.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:31:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109093022108/opel-meriva-spied-with-flex-doors-wide-open http://www.worldcarfans.com/109092421982/opel-meriva-spied-less-disguised-on-the-ring New spy photos of the Opel Meriva have surfaced, now with a clearer look at the side windows.]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:22:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109092421982/opel-meriva-spied-less-disguised-on-the-ring http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091721837/2010-opel-asta-public-premiere-in-frankfurt The all-new 2010 Astra made its way into the Opel stand at Frankfurt. When it goes on sale in Europe this autumn it will have engines that include a 1.6-litre turbo producing 180hp.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:56:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091721837/2010-opel-asta-public-premiere-in-frankfurt http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091021634/gm-to-sell-opel-vauxhall-to-magna GM will sell two brands, Opel and Vauxhall, to parts manufacturer Magna International, nearly concluding a months long saga about the fate of 50,000 employees.]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:14:24 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091021634/gm-to-sell-opel-vauxhall-to-magna http://www.worldcarfans.com/109083121412/opel-astra-styling-kit-by-irmscher German tuner Irmscher will unveil its styling kit for the new Opel Astra at Frankfurt. The kit is comprehensive and includes a new front spoiler lip, a rear diffuser and stainless steel tailpipes.]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:54:50 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109083121412/opel-astra-styling-kit-by-irmscher http://www.worldcarfans.com/109082521271/gm-considers-keeping-opel--needs-to-raise-43-billion General Motors would need to raise US$4.3 billion if it decided to keep Opel, a report claims. This option is being considered along with bids from companies like Magna.]]> Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:45:01 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109082521271/gm-considers-keeping-opel--needs-to-raise-43-billion http://www.worldcarfans.com/109082121184/gm-to-review-final-bids-for-opel-today--german-gov-puts-45-billion-behind-magna GM under pressure from German government to sell Opel to Canadian/Austrian auto parts maker Magna International Inc.]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:58:41 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109082121184/gm-to-review-final-bids-for-opel-today--german-gov-puts-45-billion-behind-magna http://www.worldcarfans.com/109080620930/rieger-offers-new-styling-kit-for-astra-h-and-corsa-d Styling tweaks include headlight masks, a sport exhaust system, and H & R lowering springs that reduce the ride height by 30mm.]]> Thu, 06 Aug 2009 17:46:30 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109080620930/rieger-offers-new-styling-kit-for-astra-h-and-corsa-d http://www.worldcarfans.com/109080320845/opel-bankruptcy-now-an-option--report Infighting amongst the current ownership at Opel and Vauxhall may force the two automakers into bankruptcy if a compromise is not realized.]]> Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:20:14 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109080320845/opel-bankruptcy-now-an-option--report http://www.worldcarfans.com/109071620505/one-millionth-opel-meriva-rolls-off-the-line The milestone occurred yesterday, as a rather ordinary 1.3-liter CDTI Meriva ecoFlex rolled off the production line in Zaragoza, Spain.]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2009 16:20:01 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109071620505/one-millionth-opel-meriva-rolls-off-the-line http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070720323/opel-preparing-astra-sport-hatch-for-2011 Although details are limited, the sketch suggests the sport hatch will feature aggressive styling with massive air intakes, LED daytime running lights, and racy wheels.]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2009 22:25:12 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070720323/opel-preparing-astra-sport-hatch-for-2011 http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070120214/new-opel-meriva-hits-the-ring Opel's redesigned Mervia has once again been spotted undergoing testing on Germany's famous Nurburgring.]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:17:08 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070120214/new-opel-meriva-hits-the-ring http://www.worldcarfans.com/109062420101/vauxhall-astra-roadster-speculated-to-arrive-in-2011 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.]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:00:27 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109062420101/vauxhall-astra-roadster-speculated-to-arrive-in-2011 http://www.worldcarfans.com/109061819985/2010-vauxhallopel-astra-interior-revealed 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.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:30:50 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109061819985/2010-vauxhallopel-astra-interior-revealed http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060319726/magna-unable-to-sell-opels-in-us-and-china Terms of the deal between Magna and GM explicitly state that the new owners of Opel will not be able to sell their cars in either the U.S. or China.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:01:22 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060319726/magna-unable-to-sell-opels-in-us-and-china http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060119660/magna-to-acquire-opel--deal-details 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.]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:21:29 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060119660/magna-to-acquire-opel--deal-details http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052119499/opel-astra-5-door-post-reveal--even-better-pics-on-the-street More pics of the 2010 Opel Astra 5-door hatch prowling the streets, ready to take on the VW Golf. The next-generation Opel Astra is scheduled for launch in the fall of 2010.]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 18:47:19 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052119499/opel-astra-5-door-post-reveal--even-better-pics-on-the-street http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052019462/german-government-received-3-bids-for-opel-today Fiat, Magna International and the European Opel Dealer Association are all interested in a stake in the German automaker. The most aggressive bidder is Fiat, which is seeking to take over all of GM Europe's operations to create a global car making giant.]]> Wed, 20 May 2009 17:42:03 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052019462/german-government-received-3-bids-for-opel-today http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052019453/opel-insignia-opc-sports-tourer-breaks-cover 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 this autumn.]]> Wed, 20 May 2009 11:03:03 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052019453/opel-insignia-opc-sports-tourer-breaks-cover http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051419362/opel-insignia-opc-sport-tourer-caught-uncovered Spy pictures of the Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer have appeared. Unlike in previous shots this time the quick Opel was caught off-guard with no disguise in sight.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 15:32:31 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051419362/opel-insignia-opc-sport-tourer-caught-uncovered http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051419359/2010-opel-astra-5-door-post-reveal--pics-on-the-street Next-generation Astra is scheduled for launch in the fall of 2010. The new Astra will first come with a normally-aspirated 1.4 liter engine, with turbo-charged versions of it following later on with varying power outputs of 120 and 140 hp.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 11:19:06 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051419359/2010-opel-astra-5-door-post-reveal--pics-on-the-street http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051219319/2010-opelvauxhall-astra-officially-revealed-with-video 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.]]> Wed, 13 May 2009 07:10:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051219319/2010-opelvauxhall-astra-officially-revealed-with-video http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051119271/2010-opel-astra-new-set-of-teaser-images-released Next-generation Astra will come with a new 1.4 liter, turbocharged gasoline/petrol engine with various power outputs.]]> Mon, 11 May 2009 11:18:26 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109051119271/2010-opel-astra-new-set-of-teaser-images-released http://www.worldcarfans.com/109043019085/opel-announces-insignia-opc-nurburgring-final-testing-on-bonnet 10,000 km of testing with no mistakes: the Opel Insignia OPC does indeed have something to brag about, in advance of its May debut.]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:15:05 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109043019085/opel-announces-insignia-opc-nurburgring-final-testing-on-bonnet