Good news amid the cataclysm of the market for Opel cars. Indeed, while in Germany the German House calls on the State and financial aid to Lander important and crucial for its survival (Opel is part of U.S. giant General Motors sick), the European jury of dell'Auto (Car of the Year) elect the best car for 2009 just a Opel: the Insignia. 
A car that lodged in the preview exhibition in London last July, marks a clear break with the aesthetic of the brand, often not properly futuristic. Certainly a premium, as important (in this case the jury was composed of 59 specialist journalists in 23 countries) does not raise sales, but it is an important recognition for work by profuse Opel sedan to offer a non-trivial. "We are very pleased that Insignia is elected Car of 2009 ', said Hans DEMANT, Managing Director of Opel and vice-president of General Motors Europe, responsible for Engineering. "This success is the confirmation of the validity of the hard work of our designers, engineers and laborers, as well as their continued commitment in the area of quality which is now Insignia a landmark for our brand." Ford great disappointment in the Fiesta, which was given to big favorite, came in second place, separated only one point! Third Volkswagen Golf, but much more detached.
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