Opel, has released the first images of its new 2010 Astra, which will be officially unveiled at Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2009.

Mark Adams, GM Europe’s Vice President of Design said: “The present Astra already combines a high level of technical substance and emotional styling, but with the new car we are taking a big step forward in both respects, while emphasising its sporting credentials.”

The new Astra will be based on GM’s latest Delta platform and according to Opel/Vauxhall, it will be offered with a new range of engines designed to maximize fuel economy. On the technology field, the Astra will benefit from a series of systems that were launched in the Insignia, including the Front Camera System, which combines traffic sign recognition with a lane departure system, and the next generation Adaptive Front Lighting (AFL) that provides nine unique light beams to improve visibility.

In Europe, the 5-door version of the Astra will go on sale by the end of 2009. The sportier three-door GTC with its coupe-like roofline will be available by spring 2010 followed by the sedan, station-wagon and coupe-cabriolet models. As for the North American market, the Saturn will arrive in late 2010. Unlike the current Astra that is imported from Europe, the new model will be built locally to take advantage of lower U.S. production costs, thanks to the weaker dollar.

The all-new Opel Corsa Limited Edition was unveiled at the Leipzig Auto Show in Germany. The Opel’s Chairman Hans Demant gave the “ok” for the production of a limited edition run of 1,000 units.

Available with three engine options -1.2L 80Hp and 1.4L 90Hp petrol and 1.3L 90Hp diesel units, the Opel Corsa Limited Edition combines a white colored body with black colored rooftop, mirrors, grille and 17-inch alloy wheels. Additionally, the limited edition version features a subtle bodykit that includes front and rear lip spoilers, side skirts, roof spoiler and chromed exhaust tip.

The black and white theme is also continued in the interior. The Opel Corsa Limited Edition are scheduled to arrive a european dealerships on June 2008 with prices starting from €15,850.