
The tuners from Steinmetz has presented their customized 2009 Opel Insignia Sports Tourer at the Tuning World Bodensee this year. The car has received a series of custom components that include a new front spoiler, front grille, a two-piece spoiler developed for the roof and tailpipe trims. The car sits on 20-inch alloy wheels with 245/35/R20 tires and features a lowering kit that takes the ride height down by 25 mm for better handling and stability. More»

Here’s the first official image of the new 2010 Opel Astra which is set to be unveiled at 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show this Fall. The Astra will come in two different engine versions: petrol versions with 70 hp and 200 hp and between 90 hp and 150 hp for the diesel versions. Stay tuned for more updates. [ZerCustoms]

Here’s the first official image of the upcoming Opel Ampera which will make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show this week. The new Ampera is essentially Opel’s version of the Chevrolet Volt but gets a bit more modern and more attractive appearance. Underneath, the car is powered by new ‘Voltec’ plug-in hybrid system that features both a compact internal combustion engine and an electric drive system. The Ampera is likely to go on sale in early 2011. [MotorAuthority]

Opel has recently announced its revolutionary extended-range electric car ‘Ampera’. This five-door, four seat Opel Ampera will make its world debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. For short trips up to 60 km (40 miles), the Ampera will run only on lithium-ion battery power charged via a standard 230v outlet. For longer distances, the car will continue to drive on electricity that is generated by a small internal combustion engine. Stay tuned for more updates. [NetCarShow]