Opel and PSA make plans for the future and Opel plans offspring for ADAM

OpelOpelGermany, 1863 > present85 models
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seems to plan the extension of its minicar AdamOpel ADAM Gen.1Germany, 2012 > present25 versions
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into an entire model family.

In an interview with the German magazine auto motor und sport, asked for additional variants of the new model, new Opel design manager Michael Ableson said: "The idea of ​​an Adam family is interesting, and I'll admit, we have many options, but there are no variants yet that I could talk about."

But he already rejected the idea of having ​​a two-seater version in the same market segment as the Smart, as demand for vehicles with such small volume was not sufficient.

Smaller electric models from Opel, slotted below the AmperaOpel AmperaGermany, 2009 > present8 versions
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, are an option according Ableson, although the costs are still relatively high with regards to the  small range and long charging time. The Ampera convinces many customers due to its extended range. Especially in markets where government subsidies promote electric cars, for example in the Netherlands and England, sales are good. Altogether, from February to July 2012, more than 3500 Amperas were sold in Europe.

Ableson did not object speculation about a new entry into the executive segment. Building on the successful tradition of DiplomatOpel DiplomatGermany, 1964 > 19772 series
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and KapitänOpel KapitänGermany, 1938 > 19706 series
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was conceivable, but concrete plans made yet as the InsigniaOpel InsigniaGermany, 2003 > present409 versions
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continues to lead the portfolio.

Also talked about was the planned cooperation between Opel and the French PSA Group. Not only will production capacities be shared, but also the joint development of models, up to the midsize segment, vans and crossovers is underway and a common sourcing strategy is also planned.

Source: Motor Presse Stuttgart