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Vauxhall has continued it's unique industry finance package which allows customers to tailor their finance to suit their budgets, putting them in the very best car they can afford.

All buyers have to do is choose and spec their new model at, decide on a deposit from zero upwards (Tony LeVoi will contribute at least £500) and select any term between 24 and 60 months. Our website’s easy-to-use Flexible Finance Calculator means you just enter a deposit and then adjust the slider until the monthly payment figure and the payback duration are right for you. Customers also benefit from zero per cent APR on the offer, which runs until 18 December 2011.

“We are delighted to introduce this highly competitive finance offer,” said Peter Hope, Vauxhall’s Marketing Director. “Flexible Finance allows buyers to drive away a new Vauxhall on a bespoke, flexible monthly payment programme of their choice with the knowledge that they’ve bought the best car to suit their budget.”

Flexible Finance is the perfect complement to Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty, another industry first from the company. This offers owners the reassurance of a comprehensive warranty that could last the lifetime of the vehicle. It applies to the first owner of any Vauxhall and continues throughout the life of the car until it reaches 100,000 miles.

Vauxhall helps reduce avoidable insurance write-offs
Every year, thousands of vehicles classified as category C or D after an accident are written off by insurance companies because their repair is considered too expensive in relation to the vehicle’s market value.

However, the additional cost of writing off rather than repairing such cars has a disproportionately negative effect on Vauxhall owners, insurers and the manufacturer.

Particularly during these financially difficult times, outstanding finance on a vehicle can often mean owners owe more for the written-off vehicle than its market value, leaving them in negative equity when the settlement payment comes through.

For the insurers, that almost certainly means losing a policyholder who is disappointed with the financial situation they are left in, and a higher cash payout to replace a vehicle rather than repair it. Manufacturers and the motor industry also suffer, as they miss an opportunity to supply parts and labour in repairing that vehicle.
In an effort to do its part to reduce the number of category C and D vehicles that are written off, Vauxhall has launched a new discount scheme, the Total Loss Avoidance Programme (TLAP), on crash repair parts. TLAP is a partnership between Vauxhall and its Approved Bodyshop Network which contributes to a defined ‘crash-parts basket’. This basket is made up of approximately 42,000 GM-designated crash parts.

Tony Neff, Vauxhall Accident Repair Channel Manager, said: “The cost of crash repair parts is often too expensive for the insurer to justify getting the vehicle fixed; therefore many vehicles that could be easily repaired are instead being written off, due solely to the cost of parts.

“This results in the consumer having to replace their car, the insurance companies with a hefty payout, and a significant loss of business to Vauxhall Approved Bodyshops, who would otherwise have been able to carry out repairs. To avoid this, TLAP offers substantial discounts on bundles of crash parts, which will mean that we will be able to carry out repairs to many cars classed by insurers as category C or D. The amount of discount is dependent on the part, but can be as much as 50 per cent.

“Motorists have the right to choose where their vehicle is repaired following an accident and the introduction of TLAP gives Vauxhall owners even more reason to turn to Vauxhall Approved Bodyshops,” said Tony.

TLAP applies to category C or D cars. Category D cars are most likely to have non-structural damage which requires relatively light repair, while category C vehicles typically have repairable structural damage which does not compromise vehicle safety.

The Zafira Tourer Concept, previewed at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2011, is to become a production reality, with first cars in UK showrooms by early 2012.

Called the Zafira Tourer, the new model will sit above the current Zafira model in Vauxhall’s line-up and is set to raise the bar for design, luxury, flexibility and innovation in the MPV sector.

The production car’s design has deviated very little from the Geneva concept, illustrating design-chief Mark Adams’ continued influence on the look of all new Vauxhall products, and reinforcing his ‘sculptural artistry meets technical precision’ mantra.

While the Zafira Tourer will continue to use Flex7 seating, which set new standards for seven-seat integration in the original 1999 Zafira, the system has evolved radically in the new car to offer even greater levels of flexibility, innovation and comfort. Improved material quality, more cabin space and an overwhelmingly airy cabin further define the Zafira Tourer from its compact MPV Zafira sibling.

The Zafira Tourer will also hold great driver appeal. A new chassis, using key components from the Insignia, with a longer wheelbase (complementing its 190mm increase in overall length) and wider tracks, will provide outstanding dynamics, while offering occupants more cabin space and ride comfort. Vauxhall’s acclaimed FlexRide adaptive damping system – a rarity in this class – will also be available as an option.

A great emphasis has been placed on safety in the Zafira Tourer, with a plethora of driver-assistance systems making their first appearance in the new model. Traffic Sign Recognition, Side Blind Spot Alert and Advance Park Assist – which helps drivers find an adequate parking space and guides them into it – are among the option highlights.

Two new engines – a 1.4 Turbo petrol and a 2.0 CDTi diesel (with three outputs) – join a 1.8-litre petrol unit to offer a spread of power options from 110PS to 165PS.

The Zafira Tourer will receive its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show from 15 to 25 September 2011

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Combining “lounge-on-wheels” luxury with the same high degree of flexibility the Zafira name has become synonymous with over the last 12 years, the concept’s cabin has a light, airy feel and generous space for rear-seat passengers.

“We have transferred the idea of a relaxing lounge to a vehicle and created an automobile oasis, a place to relax and enjoy,” said Mark Adams, Vauxhall’s Vice President of Design. “The Zafira Tourer Concept’s exterior design also makes a bold statement with its sleek, flowing lines and premium feel.”

Elegant Design

The New Zafira Tourer concept’s roomy, warm interior is encased in an elegant, sculpted body painted in Frost Liquid Metal, a sophisticated metallic silver-grey. At the front of the car, wing-shaped LED daytime running lights, bi-xenon Advanced Forward Lighting (AFL) and fog lamps are all contained behind a single Plexiglass cover and encased in polished aluminium frames to visually shorten the front overhang. The characteristic Vauxhall centre-crease on the hood reaches from the grille to the windscreen.

Like the New Astra Sports Tourer, the New Zafira concept’s belt-line sweeps upwards and visually helps to propel the vehicle forward. The aerodynamic body significantly reduces wind noise for quiet cruising and the silhouette, designers say, is reminiscent of a high-speed train.

Aerodynamic outside mirrors house turn indicators that are encased like jewels in an elegant, polished aluminium body. These high-class trim details are echoed in the waist moulding of the side glass as well as on the roof rails.

The dark LED tail lamps, which incorporate Vauxhall’s signature blade, wrap around the body side and tailgate. The horizontal aluminium bar stretches far into the light elements, giving the concept a broad, sporty look at the back. The parallelogram-shaped dual exhaust pipes are integrated in another aluminium bar in the lower fascia, adding to its distinctive appearance.

Ambient lighting bathes spacious seven-seat cabin

The New Zafira Tourer concept interior is bathed in light thanks to a panoramic windscreen that flows into a generous glass roof extending to the rear of the car. A second pane of high-tech composite material is edge-lit by LED lights. Tiny metallic particles are embedded in the cabin’s upper sections to reflect the light and give off a warm glow that can be varied in different shades of yellow.

Vauxhall’s Flex7 seating makes a welcome return in the concept, but it has evolved further. With two rows in place, providing five-seat capacity, the New Zafira Tourer concept can be transformed at the push of a button into a four-seater with limousine levels of space. A clever new folding mechanism allows the centre section of the second row to fold down, revealing two armrests for occupants in the outer seats. These seats can then slide back and towards each other, creating generous levels of space around passengers. Extended footrests complement the seating system still further.

The concept’s tilt-able three-piece headrests are electrically powered, though for safety reasons the driver’s headrest remains in a vertical position when the car is moving. In the ‘lounge’ setting, with the exception of the driver’s headrest, each swivels 90 degrees to the horizontal position while the outer elements curve slightly forward.

Up front, a large touch-screen display dominates the centre console. Above it, a covered storage compartment can hold a tablet PC like an iPad. The heating can be controlled using two turn knobs below the display, and air conditioning via touch-buttons.

Passengers in the second row can comfortably surf the internet or control multi-media applications on the flexible and pivot-mounted tablet PCs on the front-seat backs.

And seats tailored in high-quality caramel leather with colour-matched quilted seams and stitching, contrasted with Cocoa dark brown door trim, soft deep-pile carpet and a host of premium materials underline the concept’s exclusivity.

Enhancing practicality and comfort

The dark metallic grey 20-inch twin-spoke alloy wheels with 245/40 R20 tyres all round hint at the New Zafira concept’s dynamic prowess, as well as its quality. The polished high-gloss spokes contrast with diamond-cut aluminium surfaces that make them stand out against the dark background of the rims.

The New Zafira Tourer concept is powered by a new version of the downsized, fuel-efficient 1.4 Turbo featuring Start/Stop technology, providing exceptional efficiency with brisk performance. Underpinning the car is a range of innovative technologies, such as the FlexRide® adaptive damping system.

Vauxhall has become a driving force behind British football after signing sponsorship agreements for all four of the UK’s home football associations.

Vauxhall will be the lead national partner for the Football Association (England), the Irish Football Association, the Scottish Football Association, and the Football Association of Wales.

All four sponsorships will run up to and include the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and include sponsorship of all national teams and a full inventory of other grass-roots national football programmes.

Announcing the sponsorships, Vauxhall Managing Director Duncan Aldred said: “Football and cars are two of the UK's greatest passions and these partnerships are a clear and unequivocal sign that Vauxhall is determined to be the UK's number one supporter of football.

"We are not only committed to helping the England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales national senior teams compete successfully on the international stage, [...] we are also focused on developing initiatives covering youth and junior football, women's football and disability football.”

Alex Horne, the FA’s General Secretary, said: “We are delighted to have concluded an agreement with an organisation of Vauxhall’s calibre.

“Vauxhall is a perfect fit in so many ways, not least the fact that they are a British vehicle manufacturer with a 107 year heritage of car manufacturing in the UK.”

The Football Association today announces a three-and-a-half-year agreement with Vauxhall Motors which will see the leading British vehicle manufacturer become Lead Partner to the England teams.

The agreement runs from 1 January 2011 to 31 July 2014, encompassing UEFA Euro 2012™ in Poland-Ukraine and the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil.

In addition to becoming Lead Partner to the men’s senior national team, the partnership includes sponsorship of all other 23 representative England sides – including the women’s teams, men’s youth teams and all the England disability sides.

It will also see Vauxhall become the Official Vehicle Supplier to The FA and the governing body’s Official Youth Partner, covering activities undertaken to promote football in the 12-18-year-old age group.

"This announcement represents a major landmark for The FA and the England teams" said FA General Secretary Alex Horne. “I am looking forward to a long and prosperous relationship with Vauxhall in the coming years.

"Through a difficult economic climate we have concluded a deal of considerable value to the FA and we can now look forward with optimism. Everyone is aware of the difficulties of last year, but we have an opportunity to move forward and there is much in 2011 to be excited about.

"It is also significant news that Vauxhall are also our Official Youth Partner for 12-18 year olds, a key area of attention at the moment. Adrian Bevington, Sir Trevor Brooking and I have been investing a lot of time on our plans for Youth Development and this partnership will be key to those plans.

"Vauxhall is a company with a great history and through our initial conversations it became clear they share our goals and vision for how this relationship can prove mutually beneficial. I'm very much looking forward to getting started."

Announcing the partnership at Wembley Stadium today, Vauxhall Managing Director Duncan Aldred said: "This is an historic day for Vauxhall. To become the lead partner of the England team is a great honour for us.

"We are delighted to be partnering The FA and hope to be a driving force behind the further development and activation of an expansive grass roots football strategy encompassing the whole of the country.

"We have a strong heritage in supporting football including official sponsorship of the highly successful UEFA Euro ’96 Championship in England.

"Football and cars are two of our nation's biggest passions and this partnership is a clear and unequivocal sign that Vauxhall is firmly behind not only a successful England senior team but is also committed to supporting grass roots initiatives covering youth and junior football as well as women’s football and disability football."

England Manager Fabio Capello said: "I'm very happy that Vauxhall are the new team sponsor.

"Vauxhall is a strong company and it is good for everyone at The FA and all the England teams that we have such a strong commercial partner. To achieve your goals in football you need as much support as possible, and it is very important for us all that Vauxhall have provided this strong commitment.

"We will do all we can to reward Vauxhall for their support and this begins with our first objective of this new year; to qualify for Euro 2012."

The agreement was negotiated by The FA’s sponsorship team, led by Peter Daire who commented: “I’m delighted that we are announcing the England Lead Partner for the next two major tournaments, sitting alongside our existing Official Supporter and Official Supplier agreements.

“Everyone at The FA was determined to link up with a brand which has national relevance and matches our aspirations. Vauxhall’s 108-year British heritage, including many years supporting football, perfectly echoes these objectives.”

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The new Vauxhall Corsa, sporting a fresh new face, trims and colours, will be ready for delivery to the first UK customers in February 2011.

The Corsa, Vauxhall’s second best-selling model after the Astra and a near-permanent fixture in the UK’s top-three best sellers’ list, has now adopted many of the premium styling cues from other recently launched Vauxhalls, such as the Insignia, Astra and Meriva.

Styled by Niels Loeb, Vauxhall / Opel’s Chief Exterior Designer working in Briton Mark Adams’ design team, the new Corsa features a signature chrome bar, carrying the new Griffin badge, stretching across the front grille, while a re-styled front bumper with a more prominent, wider and lower grille gives the Corsa a smiling appearance.

Framing the Corsa’s new face are ‘eagle-eye’ headlamps, familiar from the recently launched Meriva. The units have a chrome finish and include daytime running lights as standard across the range. New chrome-finished fog lamps and housings complete the picture at the front of the car.

Complementing the Corsa’s fresh look are five new exterior colours in the range. Lime green pearlescent and chilli orange metallic enhance the car’s new look, with guacamole – a solid hue – completing the pallet of all-new Vauxhall colours. Sunny melon (a bright yellow) makes a welcome return to the Corsa range, while pepperdust metallic is carried across from the new Meriva range.

Vibrant new colours also dominate the Corsa’s cabin, with seat trims such as steel blue and Tabasco orange brightening the interior, accompanied by a range of different coloured door trims, centre consoles, air-vent rings and door handles.

Also inside is Vauxhall’s new optional Touch & Connect multi-media system, which replaces the existing CD60 unit. Touch & Connect uses a five-inch touch screen display featuring both 2D and 3D maps for the navigation system, as well as a CD/tuner, aux-in, USB and Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity.

Outside, the new Corsa benefits from new 16-inch alloy wheels on both SE and SXi models, while the 192PS VXR receives the option of a new 18-inch alloy wheel, modelled on the design of the optional 20-inch wheel worn by the Insignia VXR.
Appearance complements recent upgrades to chassis and powertrain

With its fresh new look, the Corsa is now a very different car to the one on sale a year ago. Before the latest exterior and interior design changes were made, the Corsa had already benefited from a long list of significant upgrades to its chassis and powertrains. For example, certain ecoFLEX engines now feature Vauxhall’s Start/Stop technology, which has reduced emissions on the 1.3 CDTi (95PS) ecoFLEX model to just 94g/km, combined with fuel consumption of 91.1mpg on the government’s extra urban cycle (78.5mpg combined).

To maintain its success in the small-car class, our engineers at Vauxhall have also made important revisions to the car’s steering and suspension set-ups. Softer springs are employed in the front suspension, matched to an anti-roll bar with new bushes and an increased diameter, improving ride and control characteristics.

Complementing this are revised damper settings all round, an optional re-tuned ESP system, and enhanced steering geometry, ensuring that the Corsa remains as pleasurable to drive as it is economical to own.

Vauxhall’s New Antara SUV gets a fresh new look inside and out when it goes on sale in December 2010, along with entry-level pricing which now starts at under £20k – nearly £3,000 less than the outgoing model.

Prices for the New Antara now start from £19,995 for a 2.2 CDTi (163PS) Exclusiv front-wheel drive model, a saving of £2,835 on the outgoing base version.

The New Antara can be immediately recognised by its updated front grille and distinctive new Griffin logo, enhanced by fog lights finished with chrome bezels on the SE models. New 19-inch alloy wheels (standard on SE) give the Antara a more aggressive look, while modified rear lights give the back of the vehicle a more robust appearance.

Also, the revised Euro-5 compliant engine line-up offers increased performance as well as significantly reduced fuel consumption and emissions. The latest entry to the engine range is a newly-developed 2.2 CDTI turbodiesel, producing either 163PS or 184PS. The engine variants come with variable camshaft phasing, optimising torque and performance as well as reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

The 163PS variant is available in front-wheel drive with a six-speed manual transmission only or all-wheel drive matched to either a manual or six-speed auto gearbox. The 184PS also offers a choice of manual or automatic transmissions, and comes with all-wheel drive as standard. All transmissions have been revised to improve efficiency.

A re-worked chassis with revised spring and damper settings enhances the New Antara’s dynamics both on- and off-road, while the car’s clever adaptive four-wheel drive system switches automatically between two- and four-wheel drive as conditions demand. In normal driving, only the front wheels are driven, saving fuel, but in slippery conditions four-wheel drive is employed, switching drive to front and rear wheels for best traction.

The New Antara’s cabin features a revised centre console with extra storage and new materials, as well as improved instrument graphics and interior lighting. Vauxhall has improved safety and comfort features in the Antara including a standard electric parking brake, a hill assistance system as well as a ‘shift-up’ indicator that optimises fuel economy.

"At less than £20k, the New Antara is set to be highly competitive in today’s SUV market,” says Peter Hope, Vauxhall’s Marketing Director. “Its lower emissions, higher-output diesel engines and refreshed design will offer renewed appeal to both retail and fleet customers.”