On October 21, multiple sources reported that Opel’s Eisenach plant, Germany, resumed regular production in early October 2026, following several weeks stoppages of renovations. The company plans to increase the share of electrified vehicles in this plant from around current 50% to 60–70% by the end of the year.
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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (Goodyear) announced that its tire design expertise is being showcased through concept and production vehicles at the 2026 Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Auto Paris 2026), held from October 12-18.
Highlights include the Opel Sports Tourer eXperimental (STX) Concept, fitted with cust

On October 13, Opel announced the new Astra Start entry-level trim for the Astra lineup, expanding its range of options for the new model year. 
The Opel Astra Start is available with a hybrid powertrain paired with a six-speed electrified dual-clutch transmission, producing 107 kW (145 hp) of power and 230 Nm of tor

On October 11, Stellantis unveiled Opel Sports Tourer eXperimental (STX) Concept which previews the brand’s future estate cars, featuring new styling elements planned for future production models.
It combines an advanced electric platform with all-wheel drive and a top speed of over 200 km/h, demonstrating Opel’s aim

On September 30, Stellantis released the first images of the new Opel STX Concept, giving an early look at its design and Opel’s future vision for estate cars.
The concept features a new version of Opel’s Vizor front design. It has a bolder look, new vertical lighting elements, and an illuminated Opel Blitz badge at

On September 23, Stellantis announced that Opel will unveil the Sports Tourer eXperimental Concept (STX) at Paris Motor Show 2026, France, highlighting Opel’s vision for the future of estate cars. The concept will be displayed alongside Opel GSE 27FE Formula E race car and the recently launched Corsa GSE hot hatch.
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On September 16, Stellantis announced that it will showcase 9 concept cars and more than 60 vehicles at the Paris Motor Show, which will take place on October 12–18, 2026.
The display will highlight the company’s growth plans under its FaSTLane 2030 strategy and its wide range of powertrain technologies and vehicles

On September 14, Stellantis Pro One portfolio displayed 13 commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026, Germany.
The new C-segment Smart Compact Van made its public debut at the event i.e., Citroen Berlingo Van First, Fiat Doblo EasyPro, Opel Combo Start, and Peugeot Partner Active.
The vans will offer several pow

On September 9, Tofas announced that Opel will showcase its LCV range at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany, from September 14–20, 2026. The new Vivaro Pickup Truck, built in Turkiye by Tofas, will make its international debut at the event (in Stellantis Pro One stand at C41, Hall 13).
The pickup truck offer

On September 2, Stellantis Germany, Opel, and VGP celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the new grEEn-campus in Russelsheim, Germany. The site will become the new global headquarters of Opel and Stellantis Germany headquarters, offering modern and flexible workspaces.
The main structural work is largely complete, a

On September 2, Stellantis announced that Opel will showcase a wide range of commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, from September 14–20, 2026. At the Stellantis Pro One booth C41 in Hall 13, Opel will display the Movano Crew Cab, Vivaro Flatbed, Combo Tech and Rocks with Kargo Kit.
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On August 31, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ Zaragoza plant, Spain resumed operations on August 24 after the summer break, with 400 new employees joining the workforce to support preparations for vehicle production for the coming months.
The new workers began training in July 2026 and will support product

On August 20, Stellantis announced that Opel has expanded the Frontera SUV range with a new Frontera Start entry-level trim.
It is powered by a new 100 hp 1.2-litre turbo gasoline engine with a six-speed manual gearbox. The engine is also available on the Edition, GS and Ultimate trims.
The model is also available in

On August 10, Tofas announced that Opel will begin local production of the Combo at the Tofas plant in Bursa, Turkiye, from the third quarter of 2026. The model will be sold as a “Made in Turkiye” vehicle.
Opel Combo features the brand's Vizor front design, a digital cockpit, advanced ADAS systems, and Intelli-Lux LE

On August 4, Opel Egypt and its distributor, Mansour Automotive Group, launched the new Opel Frontera in Egypt, which is priced at EGP 1.19 million. It is the first Opel model in the country to offer seven seats.
Based on multiple sources, the SUV is powered by a 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine which gen

On July 17, Stellantis announced that Opel will build a full-scale vehicle manufacturing plant in Algeria to produce cars. The project, announced at the German-Algerian Economic Forum in Berlin, follows a local-for-local strategy to strengthen Opel's presence in the Algerian market.
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On July 16, Opel opened orders for a new entry-level gasoline version of the Combo passenger vehicle in Germany.
The new variant is powered by a 1.2-liter gasoline engine producing 81-kW, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Offered in the standard 4.41-meter body length, the five-seat model reaches a top spe

On July 9, the President of the Algerian Economic Renewal Council (CREA) met with a delegation from Opel Germany, including the company's Global CEO and Chairman.
The discussions focused on speeding up the development of Algeria's automotive industry by strengthening the local manufacturing base and exploring Opel's

On June 18, Stellantis Pro One unveiled a new Smart Compact Van designed for professional customers, expanding its compact commercial vehicle lineup, which currently leads the European market with a 48.2% share.
The new model will be marketed as the Citroën Berlingo Van FIRST, Fiat Professional Doblò EasyPRO, Opel Co

On June 18, Stellantis Portugal announced that its Mangualde factory will produce the new Smart Compact Van (SCV), a complementary version of compact vans under Stellantis Pro One. The van will be sold under four names: Citroen Berlingo FIRST, Fiat Doblo EASYPRO, Opel Combo START, and Peugeot Partner ACTIVE.
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