On June 5, Vauxhall opened orders for the 2025 Astra Griffin, available with electric, hybrid, and gasoline options. It offers better value, starting at GBP 26,090 i.e. GBP 2,775 cheaper than the previous Astra Design model. The Griffin trim replaces the outgoing Design trim as the new entry-level option in the Astra

On May 21, Euro NCAP tested the latest models from Audi, Dacia, Ford, MG, Opel/ Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, Tesla, Voyah, and Volkswagen for crash protection, crash prevention, and post-crash safety.
Seven models earned top 5-star ratings, i.e., Audi A5 PHEV, Audi Q5, Volkswagen Tayron, MG MGS5 EV, Tesla Model 3, Toy

On April 3, Goodman Group, an Australian based global property company announced its plans to redevelop the former Vauxhall van manufacturing site in Luton, UK into a modern commercial and industrial park.
The site is located next to London Luton Airport, and it will attract businesses in logistics, manufacturing, en

On April 2, Vauxhall upgraded the Corsa Electric Long Range with better range and new Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capabilities. It now offers up to 266 miles on a single charge i.e. 14 miles more than the previous model.
The model is equipped with a 51kWh battery and a 156 PS motor, the improved range is due to advancement

On January 17, Stellantis announced that it is expanding a special compensation program across 29 European countries for Peugeot, Citroën, DS, and Opel/ Vauxhall vehicles with Euro 6 diesel engines and SCR technology. This follows a pilot initiative in Italy and was agreed upon with the European Commission.
The progr

On January 16, Stellantis announced the opening of orders for the new Vauxhall Frontera, the first car in the UK to offer equal pricing for its electric and petrol hybrid versions.
The Frontera Electric features a 44-kWh battery, delivering a range of up to 186 miles (WLTP), 113 hp, and 125 Nm of torque. It accelerat

On December 16, Vauxhall revealed pricing and specifications for the Movano Hydrogen in the U.K.
The Movano Hydrogen features a 110-kW electric motor producing 410 Nm of torque, paired with a 45-kW Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell and 4 high-pressure tanks storing 7kg of hydrogen at 700 bar that allow for a range o

On November 6, Stellantis announced the specifications and pricing for the new Vauxhall Mokka.
The Mokka offers a powertrain line-up that includes the fully electric Mokka Electric, with a 54-kWh battery powering a motor of 156 PS and 260 Nm. It can travel up to 250 miles on a single charge (WLTP), with 0-62 mph taki

On October 1, Stellantis UK announced that Vauxhall has started UK trials of its Vivaro Hydrogen van with several companies, ahead of the launch of its larger Movano Hydrogen van. The Vivaro hydrogen is already sold in left-hand drive markets by Opel and it is the first hydrogen-powered van available for commercial u

On October 3, Vauxhall announced new pricing for its electric models, including the Corsa Electric, Astra Electric, and Astra Sports Tourer Electric, to make them more accessible.
The Corsa Electric Design now starts at GBP 29,045, while the Corsa Electric Long Range is also available in entry-level Design trim for t

On August 28, Vauxhall revealed that motorists on over 11,500 streets across the UK have requested on-street EV charging. The initiative targets 40% of households without driveways, noting that 80% of EV charging occurs at home. Vauxhall, alongside partners with charg.y, ConnectedKerb, and Surecharge, will share coll

On August 14, Stellantis announced the specifications and prices for the Vauxhall Grandland in the UK, which is available as both a hybrid and electric versions.The Grandland is built on the STLA Medium platform for BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles). The electric version is equipped with a 73-kWh battery that powers a

On July 10, SoundHound AI, Inc. announced that its SoundHound Chat AI voice assistant with integrated ChatGPT is now live and in production in Peugeot, Opel, and Vauxhall vehicle brands across 11 European markets including Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. By the end of July, the rollout

On July 9, Stellantis announced that it is rapidly responding to increased customer orders in Europe for hybrid models, especially those with the new eDCT hybrid technology.
The company will offer 30 hybrid models this year, with plans to introduce six more by 2026. These hybrids provide a great driving experience, r

On June 12, Vauxhall unveiled pricing and specs for the Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric, aligning with its goal to electrify its entire lineup by year-end.
The Combo Life Electric comes in two lengths: the standard model seats up to 5 passengers, while the XL variant accommodates up to 7 passengers acros

On June 5, Stellantis announced the opening of orders for its new Mokka Hybrid model, which has a 48V propulsion system.
The vehicle has a 0.89 kWh lithium-ion battery which is combined with a 1.2-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder gasoline engine, producing 136 hp at 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 230 Nm.
The vehicle

On March 27, Euro NCAP announced crash avoidance ratings for eight vans in the small panel van category. Mercedes Benz Citan and Volkswagen ID.Buzz Cargo received the top Platinum rating, with the Citan van scoring 87% and the ID.Buzz Cargo 83%.
Citroën Berlingo, Fiat Doblo, Opel/Vauxhall Combo, Peugeot Partner, Rena

On March 21, Green NCAP announced the ratings for four vehicles i.e., Volkswagen ID.7, Škoda Enyaq, Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, and Opel/Vauxhall Astra 1.5 CDTi.
Volkswagen ID.7 achieved a 98% score and a five-star rating, it delivers a range of 506 km in real-world driving and 370 km on the highway at 130 km/h. Ško

On February 21, Vauxhall announced that it is now accepting orders for the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid, both equipped with 48-volt hybrid technology for enhanced efficiency and lower emissions. The prices start from GBP 30,025, and deliveries will begin in July 2024.
The hybrid powertrain also found i

On February 21, Stellantis announced that Astra and Astra Sports Tourer are now available with 48V hybrid powerplants.
Both models feature a new 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine that produces 136 hp at 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm. The engine is paired to a 6-speed automa