Archive for May, 2008
Homogenous Charge Compression Ignition
Homogenous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) is a technology, that combines an oil-burner’s fuel economy with the smooth, free-revving character of a petrol engine, courtesy of some clever engineering.
Standard diesels don’t use spark plugs. Instead, they compress the fuel and air mixture until it’s hot enough to burn by itself. Engines fed on unleaded, however, need [...]
10 Millionth Opel Astra
Today the 10 millionth Astra rolled of the Opel’s production line at the same plant. The commemorative model is a Silver Lightning Astra Station Wagon 1.7 CDTI and it’s equipped with special features to celebrate this production milestone.
The Astra is currently produced in eight plants on two continents. In Europe, the current models are [...]
Opel Corsa 4×4
The latest 4×4 four-wheel-drive Corsa was caught on way to dealership. The Corsa 4×4 a Opel’s supermini SUV which is set to follow in the wheeltracks of the Antara when it goes on sale early in 2010.
These are expected to give greater off-road ability without ruining the standard car’s nimble, secure manners on the tarmac. [...]
Opel Insignia Hatchback
The Opel Insignia Hatchback has been spied totally undisguised. The Insignia hatch, possibly to be known as the CombiCoupe or Fliessheck, mimics the lines of the sedan everywhere but the rear section. The liftgate of the new Insignia looks to be of good size, and promises to add a measure of utility to the car [...]
Opel Planning Electric Cars
Opel is planning to launch a series of electric-powered cars under Chevrolet Volt program. The recently announced $1 billion investment will include the development of various electric-powered vehicles based on the E-Flex architecture.
First up will be the production version of last year’s Flextreme Concept that is expected to arrive in the European market one [...]