INSTANT ADAPTATION - INCREASED SAFETY. MORE FUN!
Are you feeling sporty or just want to cruise? With our 3 different models offer you from dynamics to taut sporting excitement or relaxed long-distance travelling with uncompromised safety and stability.
A perfect platform
Superb ride comfort, driving dynamics, and steeringresponse, with reduced noise and vibrations are the main benefits gained fromthe Opel Astra chassis. The high torsional stiffness of the Opel Astra bodyprovides optimum preconditions for excellent handling precision, ride comfortand extremely low levels of noise and vibration.
The broad stance ensureshigh stability in curves, the long wheelbase a smooth ride even on bumpy roads.
Watt’s link rear suspension
The unique rear suspension of the Astra is a compound crank axle with Watt’s linkage. While the principle of Watt’s linkage has been known for over 200 years, more recently it has been used mostly in race cars. In effect the principle is straightforward.
A steel crossmember just behind the wheel centre line carries the two struts of the linkage. These are pivoted in the middle and the ends attached to the lower wheel carriers. The result is that any lateral impact on one side is immediately compensated by an equal amount of force on the other side, increasing stability. The major benefit of this compact system effectively prevents any lateral movement of the axle, providing a smoother ride and improved handling.
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