Opel Ampera: the full, official technical story

By Tim Pollard Motor Industry 25 March 2009 10:05 Opel/Vauxhall predict that the new Ampera production car will sell more in Britain than anywhere else in Europe. The extended range electric vehicle, unveiled at the recent 2009 Geneva motor show, will go on sale here in late 2011 and marketing bosses say the UK is more accepting of hybrids and alternative vehicles than other markets. It’s not clear at this stage how much the Ampera will cost in the UK, but we’re looking at a likely cost around £20,000.

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The best retro fashion at 2013 Goodwood Revival

Visitors to the 2013 Goodwood Revival made the show sparkle with a dazzling array of retro and vintage outfits. The motorsport show celebrates the cars of the post-war era when the Goodwood motor racing circuit was in its heyday - and punters flock to the show in clothes to suit. Please click on the image above to view the rest of the story