4% to 8,320 units (6.9% share), BMW sales dropped 11.7% to 8,086 units (6.7% share), Audi sales plunged 21.8% to 8,017 units (6.7% share) and Ford sales declined 14.1% to 7,006 units (5.8% share). The best-selling cars in April 2025 were Kia Sportage (3,514 units), Ford Puma (3,311 units), Vauxhall Corsa (2,376 units), Nissan Qashqai (2,197 units) and Audi A3 (2,112 units). Compared to last April, gasoline-engine car sales plummeted 22.0% to 58,7...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

to 23,634 units (6.6% share), BMW sales rose 7.5% to 21,570 units (6.0% share), Kia sales increased 8.2% to 19,993 units (5.6% share) and Toyota sales increased 9.7% to 18,516 units (5.2% share). The best-selling cars in March 2025 were Ford Puma (11,132 units), Kia Sportage (7,874 units), Vauxhall Corsa (6,851 units), Nissan Qashqai (6,844 units), Nissan Juke (6,471 units). Compared to last March, gasoline-engine car sales fell 0.4% to 176,847 u...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/07

Vauxhall enhances Corsa Electric Long Range with 266-mile range 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 advancements in nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery technology and drivetrain...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

Stellantis opens orders for Opel Corsa Electric in Germany On March 24, Stellantis announced the opening of orders for the Opel Corsa Electric in Germany. The vehicle 5-seater vehicle has a 156 hp electric motor powered by an updated nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) 51-kWh battery that offers a range of up to 429 km with a consumption of 14.2 kWh per 100 kilometers. It can be recharged up to 80% in under 30 minutes using a 100 kW DC fast charger. Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

813 units (7.8% share), BMW dropped 14.2% to 9,265 units (6.6% market share), Peugeot sales jumped 34.2% to 8,096 units (5.8% share) and Nissan sales plummeted 17.5% to 7,129 units (5.1% share). The best-selling cars in January were Kia Sportage (3,476 units), Nissan Qashqai (3,421 units), Vauxhall Corsa (3,379 units), VW Golf (2,614 units) and Peugeot 3008 (2,567 units).Compared to last January, gasoline-engine car sales decreased 15.3% to 70,07...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

launch five new models in several segments. The event, attended by government officials and global GM leaders, highlighted GM’s commitment to Brazil, its third-largest market worldwide. Since 1925, GM has produced nearly 20 million Chevrolet vehicles in Brazil, with iconic models like the Opala, Corsa, and Onix defining its legacy. Chevrolet accounts for one in five cars registered in the country, setting records unmatched by competitors. GM c...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/25

where it has evaluated 84 cars for direct and indirect emissions, including carbon dioxide from electricity generation. Fully electric vehicles dominated the top eight spots, all earning 5 stars. Peugeot e-208 led the ranking with 105 points, consuming 16.0 kWh/100 km (i.e. 80 g CO2/km). Then, Opel Corsa Electric followed closely with 103 points, consuming 16.5 kWh/100 km and Peugeot e-308 also scored 103 points, consuming 16.3 kWh/100 km (i.e. 8...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/14

Green NCAP releases ratings for Mazda, Tesla, Hyundai, Mercedes, Opel, Dacia, BYD and Chery vehicles On December 12, Green NCAP released results for the Mazda MX-30, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Opel/Vauxhall Corsa, Tesla Model 3, Hyundai KONA, Dacia Duster, BYD ATTO 2, and Chery OMODA5 in its final release of 2024. The Mazda MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV, a plug-in hybrid, achieved a clean air assessment score of 81 km in pure electric range. However, the combust...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

itz accents and a revamped interior. Standard technology includes a 10-inch digital driver display and a color touchscreen, both easily operated with smartphone-like widgets. The "Hey Opel" command activates advanced voice controls. ChatGPT is also available in other Opel models like the Grandland, Corsa, Astra, and Zafira, ensuring that both passenger cars and commercial vehicles benefit from this cutting-edge AI integration. (Stellantis Europe ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/30

iminate the night shift for final assembly due to lower vehicle demand starting in December 2024. Around 300 workers will be affected by an ERTE (temporary work suspension) and will be moved to morning and afternoon shifts. The adjustment will focus on increasing production of the Peugeot 208, Opel Corsa, and Lancia Ypsilon, after halting production of Citroën C3 Aircross and Opel Crossland in July 2024. The plant currently produces these models...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/08

Vauxhall announces new pricing for Corsa, Astra and Astra Sports Tourer EVs 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 the first time, featuring a 51kWh battery and a 156 hp mo...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/04

Stellantis Zaragoza plant resumes operations with shift to EV production On August 19, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis Zaragoza plant in Spain resumed operations on August 19, 2024, after a summer break, with significant changes. It will now focus on producing the Opel Corsa, Lancia Ypsilon, and Peugeot 208. Daily production has dropped to 1,500 vehicles, down 25% from 2,000 vehicles before the holidays. Currently, the plant employs...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/20

r customer take rate with the new launches. Upcoming Stellantis hybrid vehicles for Europe in 2024: Alfa Romeo: Junior, Tonale Citroën: new C3, C3 AirCross, C4, C4 X, C5 AirCross, C5 X DS: 3, 4 Fiat: Panda, 600 Jeep: Avenger, Renegade, Compass Lancia: new Ypsilon Maserati: Grecale Opel/ Vauxhall: Corsa, Astra, Astra Sports Tourer, Mokka, Frontera, new Grandland Peugeot: 208, 308, 308 SW, 408, 2008, new 3008, new 5008 Most Stellantis-brand hybr...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/09

Opel implements additional ADAS system as per EU guidelines On July 1, Opel announced that from July 7, 2024, the EU will mandate additional safety systems for new passenger cars (M1) and light commercial vehicles (N1) to reduce road accidents. Opel is well-prepared by offering advanced electronic assistants across its vehicle range, from the Corsa to the Grandland, and new LCV models like the Combo, Vivaro, and Movano. These vans will feature up...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/02

Pirelli supplies tires for Porsche 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 RS Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. (Pirelli) has developed and supplied its P Zero Trofeo RS and P Zero Corsa tires for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, as well as its P Zero Trofeo R and P Zero Corsa tires for the 911 GT3. These new tires have been designed to offer safe and pleasant driving on the road as well as on the track. The P Zero Trofeo RS is a semi-slick tire designed to achieve high performance on a c...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/20

to 10,353 units (7.0% share). Kia sales decreased 0.7% to 8,917 units (6.0% share), Mercedes-Benz sales increased 33.4% to 7,758 units (5.3% share). The best-selling cars in May 2023 were Kia Sportage (4,202 units), Ford Puma (3,812 units), Audi A3 (3,017 units), VW Golf (2,922 units) and Vauxhall Corsa (2,671 units).  Compared to last May, gasoline-engine car sales decreased 2.1% to 81,058 units (54.9% share), EV increased 6.2% to 26,031 units...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06

le features an electrified six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor integrated into the gearbox and produces a maximum power of 21-kW and a maximum torque of 55 Nm. The new Mokka hybrid also comes in Griffin and GS versions. This model joins the Corsa, Astra, Astra Sport Tourer and Grandland models, completing the brand's current range of hybrid vehicles. The Mokka Hybrid can be ordered now wi...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06

on chain, supporting vehicles like the Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008. With EUR 37 million investment, the Trémery-Metz center now produces: the M3 motor is now used in private vehicles like the Citroën ë-C4, ë-C4X, Berlingo and Jumpy; Peugeot E-2008, E-308 and Partner; Fiat 600e, and Opel/ Vauxhall Corsa Electric, Astra Electric, Combo, Vivaro and Zafira Electric, Fiat Doblò and Scudo utility vehicles. The new M4 motor, introduced in 2023, is us...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/16

andle the vehicle’s weight, functionalized polymers in the compound that improve wet grip and handling, and Pirelli Noise Cancelling System (PNCS). It is also able to withstand the high torque. In addition, Pirelli has also developed a special version of the Winter Sottozero 3 tire and the P Zero Corsa tire for high-performance driving. (From a press release dated March 27, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/28

Vauxhall unveils Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid 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 in the New Corsa and Grandland, includes a 0.89kWh lithium-ion battery r...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/23