Update: We’ve added official images and technical details for the facelifted Astra and Astra Sports Tourer, just released by Opel. SUVs may dominate sales charts across Europe, yet compact hatchbacks ...
Nigel first entered the world of automotive journalism in the mid-80s, working for what was then the “bible” of weekly automotive content - Motoring News. Those were the days of tip-tap typewriters, ...
In a surprise turnaround, Opel’s parent company, Stellantis, has confirmed that it is poised to bring the Astra back to South Africa after initially denouncing its entry due to declining demand for ...
Though it may seem counter-intuitive under the circumstances, Vauxhall’s actually adding what some in the industry call a ‘thermal’ powertrain (a bit like an octaganarian’s underwear) to the Corsa ...
With the addition of hybrids and an electric version, the Astra’s UK model range has become slightly complicated. The Astra Electric and the standard petrol and plug-in hybrid versions come in a three ...
The Astra used to play a crucial part in any fleet manager's playbook - now, it's grist to Shed's mill Per ardua ad astra. Many of you will recognise this as the stirring official motto of the RAF. If ...
The company was founded on 21 January 1863 by Adam Opel, and at first made household goods, and was a major maker of sewing machines. The founder died in 1895, with his company the leader in European ...
Opel on Wednesday launched the Astra GSe as the first model in a new range of electrified performance cars. The range will be sold under the GSe sub-brand, the designation taken from the GSE badge ...
Vauxhall is ramping up its plan for electrification with more models on the way and, in the meantime this; the new Vauxhall Astra Ultimate plug-in hybrid. It’s a great mid-point. The eighth ...
Don’t expect exhilarating handling from this drop-top; that’s not really what the Vauxhall Cascada is about. There is a pleasing smoothness and unruffled comfort to the car that suits its style.