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Vauxhall offers excellent service to van owners

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Vauxhall UK has started offering premium service to owners of Vauxhall vans in the United Kingdom. The car brand now has over 90 per cent of UK businesses covered with a Premier Van Center available within a 30-munite drive.

The new Vauxhall centers offer expert diagnostics without the need for an appointment, lead times no longer than three days and a dedicated Premier Van Helpline, thus maximizing mobility and minimizing downtime for your business. In addition to that Vauxhall will collect and deliver vehicles within a 10-mile (five miles for the M25) radius (16 km or 8 km for M25) and offer a courtesy vehicle free of charge. All Premier Van Center sites will carry out Class 7 MOTs and have a 5-tonne lift on-site.

“This is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to looking after the needs of van customers,” said Rachel Parker, Vauxhall Operations Director.

Vauxhall’s Premier Service Centers have to meet strict selection criteria. Only sites that can provide sales and service support and meet strict service level requirements can qualify for Premier Van Center status. Premier Van Centers are also listed on Epyx 1link for ease of identification and online service booking requests. Repairs are carried out at fixed labor rates with job sheets completed on the day the work is completed and invoiced within five working days, so no hidden or unexpected surprises. Customers can also take advantage of a while-you-wait option when a repair is expected to be completed on the same day. Once work is complete a 25-point safety check is carried out including all safety enhancements and software updates. Vauxhall even throws in a wash and vac with every annual service and free fitting of wiper blades.

The new service follows the UK launch of the all-new and British-built Vauxhall Vivaro, which further enhances Vauxhall’s award-winning van range.

Source: Vauxhall

August 7, 2014

2014 Vauxhall Astra GTC Gets New Diesel Engine

2014 Vauxhall Astra GTC will be more powerful on the road thanks to its new and refined 1.6 CDTi ‘Whisper Diesel’ engine. The Astra GTC is the latest model which will take the advantage of getting the more economical new unit, which was at first introduced in the Astra, Meriva and Zafira Tourer. In fact, Vauxhall has announced that due to the introduction of this powerplant, there will be a cessation of the 1.7 CDTi.

Precisely, the ‘Whisper Diesel’ engine produces 136 horsepower (100 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It is coupled with an improved six-speed manual transmission, which ensures that the refinement and economy of the unit matches its performance.

Astra GTC will be available for the MY2014 in three trim levels: Sport, Limited Edition and Sri Trims. They will be all equipped with Start/Stop and with a braking energy recuperation system as standard. The result is that the GTC 1.6 CDTi will deliver fuel efficiency of up to 68.9 mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of just 104g/km and 109g/km.

The engine is also Euro 6-compliant, and Vauxhall states that this is one of the engines best in its class for noise and vibration. This is due to the efficient combustion process with multiple injection, re-designed components and the utilization of acoustic covers.

Source: Vauxhall

July 11, 2014

Vauxhall Reveals Fourth-Generation Corsa

2015 Vauxhall Corsa is the fourth-generation of the famous model which has been just revealed. The company has also announced that the new Corsa will reach production later this year. It will offer enhanced driveability, efficiency, comfort and practicality, and will be perfect for urban driving due to its compact exterior dimensions and clever use of cabin space. Although the fourth-gen model is almost identical in length to the current model, it retains its space utilization for occupants. Many changes have been made, and in fact nearly every other element of its design and engineering has been changed.

Precisely, every single body panel is new. The profile of the car has been overlaid with Brit Mark Adams’ sculptural design. It includes elements such as the ‘blade’ running across the lower door-sections. Inside, the new design can be seen on the instrument panel and dashboard.

New engine is the 1.0-litre three-cylinder ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo. It will be available with either 90 hp (66 kW) or 115 hp (85 kW) outputs, each of which achieves 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) of torque from 1,800rpm.

A new version of Vauxhall’s 1.4 turbo engine will also be included in the engine range. It generates 100 hp (74 kW) and 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) of torque. Two naturally-aspirated petrol engines: 1.2- and a 1.4-litre, have been revised and adapted for the new Corsa. Additionally, also improved is the 1.3 CDTi diesel engine. Each of the engines can be coupled with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearbox.

In addition, the new Corsa features entirely redesigned chassis that rolling refinement, ride quality, precise handling and stability. As a matter of fact, the new chassis has no carry-over components from the current model and features new suspension components.

The vehicle has 5 mm lower centre of gravity. This aids stability and roll characteristics. More taut and precise handling is ensured by the stiffer front sub-frame and new front suspension geometry that features new knuckle joints.

Speed-sensitive electric power steering has been added and improvements have also been made to damper characteristics. The rear suspension has also been retuned. Furthermore, the new chassis is complemented by a wide range of driver safety systems that include: Hill Start Assist, Automatic Park Assist and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.

Stepping inside, one sees that almost every element of the interior has been redesigned. The newly-designed instrument panel is themed around horizontal lines. 2015 Corsa will be also available with IntelliLink that operates through a 7-inch colour touchscreen.

Moreover, as a standard the car will include heated front seats, steering wheel and windscreen. It will also add soft-tone ambient lighting and a full-size panoramic roof. A wide range of new safety systems are also present. These include Side Blindspot Alert, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, bi-xenon lights and a rear-view camera.

2015 Vauxhall Corsa’s additional details and full pricing will be disclosed later this year.

Source: Vauxhall

July 9, 2014

2014 Vauxhall Vivaro Van – Full Details

Vauxhall has presented the new 2014 Vivaro Van, which is set to build on the of previous generations. The model has started its production back in 2001 and since then it has a huge success. The all-new Vivaro boasts class-leading build quality and exceptional practicality. It comes with improved cargo dimensions as well as an excellent payload capability. The 2014 Vivaro is already available on the market and the first deliveries will commence in September.

The exterior boasts large, prominent grille, distinctive headlamps and the flowing blade side feature from Vauxhall’s multi-award-winning design language, it includes the characteristic forms of the brand’s passenger car models.

The headlamps are executed in high-gloss black moldings with embedded chrome accents that enhance their jewel-like effect. The daytime running lights come with signature Opel wing graphic design and are available with modern, crisp LED technology, giving the Vivaro an unmistakable look.

The engine range includes all-new turbo-diesel units with class-leading economy and low emissions. There are also several ecoFLEX variants with Stop/Start and braking energy recovery.

The rear suspensions is carefully tuned for maximum comfort and security and the ESP (Electronic Stability Program) is now standard on all models. There is a new load-through option allows 4.15 metre-long stowage inside vehicle.

The pricing starts from £17,995 to £23,145 for the panel van, which is £450 less than the outgoing model. There are two trim levels: Vivaro and Vivaro Sportive; and four body styles – Panel Van, Combi, Double Cab and Platform Cab.

Source: Vauxhall

June 23, 2014

Mädchen & Motoren Opel GT

Mädchen & Motoren Opel GT is a project which celebrates the tenth anniversary of the tuning company. The used Opel GT is a production model from 2008 and has been refined with the help of the experts at Cam Shaft, who have made a perfect foliation on the body. At first, the body shell was entirely stripped and all elements which were considered unnecessary were removed. This allowed a widening of the body on both sides by 8 cm.

The weight of the car was reduced to 1.150 kg due to the use of fibreglass cowl, new hardtop as well as company’s front fender. The car is powered by the 6.2 litre Corvette LS3 engine with a hot cam, other valves and a carbon airbox. As a result, it delivers full 530 horsepower (390 kW).

The specialist also created exhaust manifolds and exhaust system for this project. The built-in Tremec-gearbox TR-6060 originates from Corvette ZR1, while the brake system with its 6-piston calipers in front and rear as well as Cup brake disks were taken from Porsche GT3 RS.

All of the aforementioned components were then combined with a KW Competition chassis. The wheel and tire combination consists entirely from 11×18 inch GT-Racing rims from ATS fitted with 295/30 tires and Racelogic traction control.

Inside, the GT comes equipped with welded FIA-safety cell. The sound system and air conditioning have been removed for the sake of weight saving. There has been added a Recaro Pro Racer seat, while a pole position of the same origin is installed on the passenger side. A red-white outer shell with labeling and yellowish headlamps further adds to the eye-catching image of this Opel GT.

Source: Mädchen & Motoren via Miranda Media

June 3, 2014

Vauxhall Goes To Rio With Astra Copacabana

Just like the MINI Paceman GoalCooper, Vauxhall has just unveiled the new Astra Copacabana that celebrates this year’s FIFA World Cup. It has the Brazilian flag on its roof, while palm trees, dancing lines and silhouette of football players all along its doors.

The vehicle is based on Astra GTC and under its bonnet has the 1.6 Turbo litre engine, which offers more drama due to the capability of 200 horsepower (147 kW). The car needs only 2.6 seconds to cover the accelerations sprint from 0 to 60mph.

Inside, the interior sports unique upholstered from genuine Rio turf seats. In fact, the coupe is an example of craftsmanship: Vauxhall’s interior designers successfully processed original grass from the famous Maracanã Stadium and put it inside. What is more, every car comes with a certificate that proves the authenticity of the sacred greenery.

The footwells has also received unique treatment. They were filled with finest sand from the Copacabana beach. In addition, each special edition comes with a handy pair of flip-flops in the glove compartment.

The car will be offered in a choice of Samba or Vuvuzela tones, and will be equipped with a beverage vending machine that mixes up ice-cold Caipirinhas during the drive (alcohol-free of course). Vauxhall Astra Copacabana is currently on sale.

Source: Vauxhall

April 1, 2014

VV Brown and her Unique Vauxhall Adam

Vauxhall and the musician VV Brown has partnered to create a one-off Adam. The car makes a cameo in the video for ‘Faith’, VV’s upcoming single from her acclaimed second album Samson and Delilah, released on 14^th March.

The exterior boasts a matte black paint with purple graphics on the hood and roof. The last touch for the exterior is the tinted windows. There are also leather seats, ambient interior lighting and the IntelliLink infotainment system. Other highlights include aluminum pedals and a set of custom floor mats.

“Every day I have to customise. Making music and running my own label are all creative processes where you have to make something that exists a little better or different. Designing my own Vauxhall ADAM was definitely the most unique experience I have had the pleasure to be apart off and a creative process that was a first for me. I really enjoyed it” , commented the singer.

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VV Brown’s Driving Playlist:

VV Brown – Faith (feat Kele Okereke)
Bjork – Crystalline
Robin S – Show me love
James Blake – To the last
De La Soul – Ego Trippin
Elbow – New York Morning
Jeff Buckley – Hallelujah
Factor floor – Two different ways
Little Dragon – Brush The Heat
Jai Paul – BTSTU

Source: Vaxhall

March 18, 2014

2014 Vauxhall Meriva – Full Details

Vauxhall has unveiled full details about the all-new 2014 Meriva. The compact MPV was firstly launched back in 2003 and since then it has a lot of achievements. The direct rivals of Meriva are Ford B-Max, Nissan Note, Fiat 500L and Citroen C3 Picasso.

2014 Vauxhall Meriva boasts new grille and newly-designed headlamps, LED DRLs are available for the first time and there is a new Emerald Green pearlescent exterior paint colour. An elegant, all-new chrome beltline swoops down the side of the vehicle, highlighting the wave design that accentuates the rear window and offers additional visibility to small children sitting in the rear seats.

The engine range includes a newly-developed 1.6 liter CDTi Whisper Diesel with 136HP (100 kW) and 320Nm (237 lb-ft) of torque. There are also 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol with revised 6-speed automatic transmission. The new low-friction transmissions are now available across the whole new Meriva family. All petrol engines comply with EURO 6 regulations.

Other improvements include UK-tuned steering and active safety features including more sophisticated ESP functions. There is a new generation IntelliLink infotainment system as well as FlexDoor-style system.

The safety is granted by Vauxhall’s Adaptive Forward Lighting System offered as option and low front fascia and narrow A-pillars giving occupants clear view.

The pricing starts from £12,620 to £22,355 on-the-road. There are 6 trim levels including Expression, S, Exclusiv, Energy, Tech Line and SE.

Source: Vauxhall

March 18, 2014

Vauxhall Astra VXR Extreme at 2014 Geneva Motor Show

Vauxhall is going to exhibit the all-new 2014 Astra VXR Extreme at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, in March. The ultra-hot hatchback comes with extreme body kit and extreme engine.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol has over 300HP (225 kW), which means that is the most powerful front-wheel drive Vauxhall, ever. Derived from last year’s Astra Cup race car that competed in the Nurburgring Endurance Championship, the Extreme model is the lighter, more powerful street-legal race sibling to the current Astra VXR. The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox sending the power to the front wheels through an LSD (limited slip differential).

The curb weight is whopping 100kg less than the original model thanks to the use of high-quality carbon components. This high-strength, ultra-light material is used for the aerodynamically-optimised rear wing, the diffuser, front spoiler, bonnet, suspension cross-bracing, engine cover, wheels, rear wheelhouse ventilation and roof.

Other highlights include a set of ultra high-performance, 245/35, 19” tyres, specially developed for the Extreme modell a Brembo 6-piston brake system including 370mm diameter discs up front and adjustable dampers.

The interior comes with a roll-bar, Recaro bucket seats, with six-point safety belts from Schroth and a carbon-fibre-reinforced, suede-covered steering wheel with fine yellow decorative stitching.

The car is actually planned to go in a low-volume production, which are great news.

Source: Vauxhall

February 26, 2014

A Glimpse At The Vauxhall Astra VXR Extreme

Vauxhall-Astra-VXR-Extreme-Concept-shadow It’s always exciting to talk about something that’s supposed to be the -iest of its kind. That’s why when we saw the “Radical Vauxhall Concept Heralds Fastest Production Astra” title, we flinched a bit. Still not resistant enough to sensationalist headings then

But Vauxhall are indeed up to something. Here’s the first picture ever (sorry) of the Astra VXR Extreme…concept. It’s essentially a “sibling” to the current 280 PS and 400 Nm Astra VXR. We are not good at taking hints. Does that mean no more than that power or no less than that? We do know for a fact, however, that the Extreme will be on a strict carbon fiber diet. Even though its interior spots an integrated safety structure and racing seats and six-point safety belts, the Extreme will be completely road-legal. However, with the Astra Cup race car playing the role of a biological mother, it will feel most at home on closed grounds. Anyone up for making some history at the local track day circuit in the fastest production Astra ever?! (Darn it, we did it again, didn’t we?)

The full reveal is expected at the 2014 Geneva expo. More to come in the coming month.

Source: Vauxhall

January 30, 2014

Vauxhall Astra GTC Hitting 200 PS With Ecotec 1.6

Vauxhall-Astra-GTC-shadow Vauxhall-Astra-GTC-medium The Vauxhall Astra GTC line will now be available with a 1.6 Ecotec power plant. This engine might just be the biggest cause of headaches at Volkswagen.

That’s right, the GTC now pulls off 200 PS and 300 Nm. Yikes! That’s 30 percent more power than the previous equivalent. If we translate that to 0-to-60-time, it means 7.3 seconds or the fastest non-VXR Astra. At the same time, the GTC returns 51 mpg and 154 g/km of CO2 emissions (13 percent less).

Just because its a new model anyway, they’ve decided to throw in an optional extra as well – an Intellilink infotainment system that’s supposed to be user-friendly and intuitive. It comprises of a satelite navigation, voice control, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a picture viewer some reason and Gracenote album art for some reason. All gets mediated to you through a 7-inch screen.

The new GTC hasn’t hit the streets yet, but it is available for ordering. Arrival should be around Spring this year. Your move, other companies that make really good hatchbacks and rival each other. Vauxhall-Astra-GTC-medium-2

Source: Vauxhall

January 7, 2014

2014 Vauxhall VXR8 GTS – Price £54,999

The new Vauxhall VXR8 GTS is the most powerful production car ever to emerge from Australia. It is priced at £54,999 in the UK and allows owners the least expensive membership into the 500+HP club.

The new VXR8 GTS is powered by a 6.2 liter LSA supercharged V8 – 576HP (426 kW) and 739Nm (545 lb-ft) of torque, which is 150HP and 190Nm more than the previous VXR8. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

To cater for the extra performance, the GTS is fitted with an all-new Brake-Torque Vectoring system that applies braking to the inside rear wheel and transfers torque to the outside rear wheel to reduce understeer during high-speed manoeuvres.

The GTS also receives the latest generation Magnetic Ride Control with three independent settings. Hardware and software improvements deliver greater body control, sharper handling and a significantly more pliant ride quality, compared with the outgoing model.

Source: Vauxhall

December 11, 2013

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