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by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:41 am
Forum: Off-Topic Chat
Topic: Vauxhall to be all-electric in 2028
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Views: 8805

Vauxhall to be all-electric in 2028

Vauxhall is opening the next chapter of its comprehensive electrification offensive: the British brand will focus entirely on full battery electric vehicles from 2028. Paul Willcox, Managing Director, Vauxhall Motors, commented: “As of 2028, Vauxhall will only offer fully electric cars and vans in t...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:34 am
Forum: Main Vauxhall Astra L chat
Topic: Vauxhall Astra L - 2021 Sale Date and Prices
Replies: 0
Views: 3103

Vauxhall Astra L - 2021 Sale Date and Prices

Vauxhall will open the order books for the new Astra this autumn. The first customers will take delivery of their cars early next year. Further details including UK pricing and specification will be announced at the on sale date.
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:33 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Astra goes electric for first time with powerful plug-in hybrids
Replies: 0
Views: 3208

Astra goes electric for first time with powerful plug-in hybrids

The new Astra will be available from the start of sales with powerful plug-in hybrid electric drive as well as highly efficient petrol and diesel engines, electrifying Vauxhall’s compact class model for the first time in the brand’s history. Power ranges from 81kW (110PS) to 96kW (130PS) with the pe...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:31 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Best-in-class AGR ergonomic seats with massage and ventilation
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Views: 3136

Best-in-class AGR ergonomic seats with massage and ventilation

Vauxhall’s ergonomic AGR seats enjoy an award-winning reputation and the new Astra continues this long-standing tradition. Certified by “Aktion Gesunder Rücken e. V.” (“Campaign for Healthy Backs”) the position of the front seats is 12mm lower than in the previous model, further enhancing the feelin...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:28 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: New Astra brings premium Intelli-Lux Pixel Light® to compact market sector
Replies: 0
Views: 3483

New Astra brings premium Intelli-Lux Pixel Light® to compact market sector

The Astra’s role as advanced technology carrier continues in lighting and seats, typical areas of expertise for the Vauxhall brand. The previous model played a pioneering role in the introduction of adaptive matrix light in 2015 and the next-generation is now bringing the newest development in light...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:27 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Advanced driver assistance systems including semi-automatic lane change
Replies: 2
Views: 4516

Advanced driver assistance systems including semi-automatic lane change

The new Astra’s architecture also incorporates the latest automated driver assistance systems. In addition to the multifunction camera in the windscreen, the technology comprises four body cameras (one at the front, one at the rear and one on each side), five radar sensors (one at the front and one ...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:26 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Dynamic yet composed handling, braking and stability
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Views: 3025

Dynamic yet composed handling, braking and stability

The new Astra is based on the third generation of the highly flexible EMP2 multi-energy architecture, with Vauxhall DNA built in from the start of development. This means that the handling is composed as well as dynamic. The steering and lateral stiffness of the chassis – McPherson strut suspension ...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:26 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Next-generation Pure Panel digital cockpit with fully-glazed option
Replies: 2
Views: 4160

Next-generation Pure Panel digital cockpit with fully-glazed option

The same technical precision applies throughout the interior where the absolute highlight is the next generation of the Pure Panel, first introduced in the Mokka. This expansive, digital cockpit (optionally fully glazed) features two 10-inch displays, seamlessly integrated – together with the driver...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:22 am
Forum: Members Gallery
Topic: Vauxhall Astra L - Interior Pictures
Replies: 1
Views: 4047

Vauxhall Astra L - Interior Pictures

The same technical precision applies throughout the interior where the absolute highlight is the next generation of the Pure Panel, first introduced in the Mokka. This expansive, digital cockpit (optionally fully glazed) features two 10-inch displays, seamlessly integrated – together with the driver...
by Rob
Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:21 am
Forum: Members Gallery
Topic: Official Vauxhall Astra L Pictures
Replies: 1
Views: 4591

Official Vauxhall Astra L Pictures

The new Astra is based on the third generation of the highly flexible EMP2 multi-energy architecture, with Vauxhall DNA built in from the start of development. This means that the handling is composed as well as dynamic.