Some of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers have confirmed they have been raided by European Union regulators, as investigators determine whether or not they are in breach of antitrust and even cartel laws. EU regulators are investigating whether or not major carmakers have been colluding together in the collection and […]
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2022 World Car of the Year finalists revealed
The finalists of the 2022 World Car of the Year awards have been published with more than a few surprise entrants, with the winner set to be revealed at the New York International Auto Show in August. The group has settled on a top 10 for the World Car of […]
Opel GSe ElektroMOD concept celebrates 50 years of Manta
In one of the more unique stories this week, Opel is celebrating 50 years of its iconic 1970s Manta coupe with a special electrified restomod project, called the GSe ElektroMOD, that retains a manual transmission. It has been designed as a one-off celebration of the 1970s coupe, fitted with an […]
FCA-PSA merger complete, becomes 14-brand ‘Stellantis’ corporation
The merger between Peugeot-Citroen (Groupe PSA) and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has been completed, with the formal announcement of the new corporate name Stellantis now in effect. Both companies combine and now have two executive directors, John Elkann (chairman) and Carlos Tavares (CEO). A new Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee, and […]
Video: James May, Richard Hammond debate Ferrari vs Opel Kadett
The Grand Tour’s James May and Richard Hammond have put together a humorous little promo video, with the help of F1 driver Sebastian Vettel. It’s obviously a Shell promotion, but for fans of The Grand Tour it’s a great chance to see the world’s most famous car journalists on the screen […]
2020 Opel Insignia facelift spied, new Holden Commodore? (video)
A prototype version of what could end up being the 2020 Holden Commodore has been spotted testing on the Nurburgring, in the form of the 2020 Opel Insignia facelift. Opel and Vauxhall look set to introduce a facelift for the Insignia in Europe, potentially later this year. The prototype appears […]
2020 Vauxhall/Opel Astra revealed; new powertrains, revised aero
Vauxhall/Opel in Europe has/have revealed the facelifted 2020 Astra, introducing some new powertrain options, while adding more advanced technology, and streamlining the design. It looks quite similar to the outgoing version, and that includes the local Holden Astra which is essentially a rebadged version of the Vauxhall and Opel from […]
Vauxhall GT X Experimental concept previews upcoming design
Vauxhall/Opel have revealed a new visionary concept car called the GT X Experimental, as previewed earlier. It gives us a clue of the brands’ future design direction. The concept is pitched as a five-door, fully electric coupe-like compact SUV. So, it essentially blends almost all of the trending vehicle styles […]