Thomas Sedran joins the Opel Management Board

Rüsselsheim – Opel has taken the wraps off its latest show car, the Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo, which will celebrate its world premiere at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich (8–14 September). True to its name, the concept not only previews the next generation of Opel’s performance-focused GSE sub-brand but also enters the virtual […]

Midrand, South Africa – Opel has officially pulled the wraps off the all-new Grandland, a striking evolution of its flagship SUV that transforms the design DNA of the Opel Experimental concept into a bold production reality. With increased dimensions, cutting-edge lighting innovations, a high-efficiency turbocharged engine and interior materials reflecting Opel’s sustainability ethos, the next-generation […]

In a landmark move that heralds a fresh chapter in its illustrious journey, Opel has pulled back the curtain to unveil the Opel Frontera, a pioneering SUV that marries the thrill of driving with spacious comfort. Hailing from Rüsselsheim, the vehicle is set to dazzle from the get-go, available in both a battery-electric version and […]

Rüsselsheim. Opel grew significantly in 2023 with a sales increase of 15 percent. This is the highest percentage growth rate in more than 20 years. Global sales were up to around 670,000 vehicles giving the German manufacturer its highest registration numbers in four years. Opel closed 2023 with a market share of around 5.3 percent […]

Rüsselsheim. 2024 is a special year for Opel, under the banner of electromobility. For the first time in the brand’s history, every model will have a battery-electric variant – above all the new Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric, one of the first battery-electric estate cars on the market. However, the company laid the foundation for […]

Automaker investing 210 million euros in Rüsselsheim State-of-the-art facilities to develop and test clean engines 43 modern performance test benches available by 2017 Hesse’s Minister for Economic Affairs Tarek Al-Wazir at ground-breaking ceremony 15 JUY 2014 – Rüsselsheim.  Opel starts major construction project at its Rüsselsheim headquarters: the company continues its investment offensive, allocating 210 […]

Market share in Europe to increase to 8 percent by 2022 EBIT margin of 5 percent targeted 27 new models and 17 new engines by 2018 Rüsselsheim. Opel has presented an update of its DRIVE!2022 strategy. The company has set itself five strategic objectives. By 2022, Opel and Vauxhall are aiming for 8 percent market […]

Opel in 2013 again sold more than one million cars globally Opel again second-largest GM brand Manufacturer continues as third-strongest passenger car brand in Europe European market share improved for the first time in many years 30 JANUARY 2014 – Rüsselsheim. General Motors has published its global sales figures for 2013 and Opel is among […]

GM Europe President Karl-Friedrich Stracke steps down to take on special assignments Rüsselsheim — GM Europe President and Opel/Vauxhall CEO Karl-Friedrich Stracke today stepped down from his position to take on special assignments reporting to GM Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson.

Johannesburg – Opel South Africa is celebrating a major win, as the new-look Opel Grandland has been named Most Improved Car of the Year at the 2026 Top Gear South Africa Magazine Awards, powered by WesBank. The accolade underscores Opel’s renewed commitment to design, technology, and family-oriented comfort, cementing its growing momentum in the South […]

Rüsselsheim/Munich, September 2025 – Opel has taken centre stage at this year’s IAA Mobility in Munich, showcasing a bold vision for the future of electrified performance. Under the banner of “OMG! GSE,” the German brand revealed two spectacular world premieres: the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo and the all-new Opel Mokka GSE. Alongside these […]

Opel’s new Grandland Electric AWD Ultimate is now available to order, bringing together locally emissions-free driving pleasure, remarkable towing capacity, and premium comfort for every journey. As the brand’s first all-electric SUV with all-wheel drive, it’s designed to handle family adventures, leisure equipment, and long-distance touring with ease. Performance and CapabilityWith a system output of […]