Opel-Vauxhall Astra GTC
Video special: The C-segment coupe's chassis engineer and designer explain the car's key attributes
- Published in Vehicle Development.
Smooth rider: The GTC's torsion beam uses a watt's linkage to improve handling
The Opel-Vauxhall Astra GTC was developed to allow drivers to use more of its performance on the road. Engineers used a multi-axis front suspension system to minimise torque steer and improved the rear torsion beam design.
Gerry Baker, vehicle dynamics manager at Opel-Vauxhall explains how engineers achieved the ride and handling targets for the Astra GTC.
Many customers buy performance vehicles because of their looks. The Astra GTC has been designed to look more aggressive than the standard model.
GM Europe's head of design, Mark Adam shows where the design has changed and why.
