Vauxhall Astra gets first official teaser for 2026 facelift

Having launched in 2021, the current eighth-generation Vauxhall Astra is ripe for a facelift and we’ve just been given our first glimpse of the updated version ahead of its unveiling next year.  The first official images show the Astra in its Opel-branded European-specification. Opel CEO Florian Huettl said: “Now we are taking the next big step.… Continue reading Vauxhall Astra gets first official teaser for 2026 facelift

New Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-Tea comes with the most vital tool of every trade

Vauxhall has revealed the perfect van for tea-loving tradespeople – the Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-Tea.  That name’s combination of electricity and tea comes from this Vivaro’s ability to make a fresh cuppa – all without the assistance of a dingy on-site Portakabin or someone’s kitchen.  According to the International Tea Committee, 100 million cups of tea… Continue reading New Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-Tea comes with the most vital tool of every trade

Renault 5 and 4 among four EVs eligible for £3750 discount

Four more EVs have become eligible for the government’s £3750 Electric Car Grant (ECG), doubling the number of models in the top band. Those newly included are the Renault 4, Alpine A290, Mini Countryman and 52kWh variant of the Renault 5. Including the grant, the Renault 4 now costs from £23,455, the Renault 5 £23,945, the Countryman £25,350… Continue reading Renault 5 and 4 among four EVs eligible for £3750 discount

@Groupe PSA: OP Chat with Champions000843

During the international media launch of the new Mokka GSE in Madrid we spoke to Junior European Rally Champion Calle Carlberg and reigning ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup Champion Tom Heindrichs about Opel’s ongoing commitment to grassroots rallying, their ultimate goals and the close bond with their co-drivers. Both drivers agree that they would not… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: OP Chat with Champions000843

October 2025 new car pre-registration figures

SMMT released figures for October pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in October 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading October 2025 new car pre-registration figures

@Groupe PSA: PR MEDIA ADVISORY: Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa to Participate in Goldman Sachs 17th Annual Industrials & Autos Week007750

AMSTERDAM – Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa will participate in a fireside chat on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 3:05 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. CET / 9:05 a.m. to 9:40 a.m. EST at Goldman Sachs 17th Annual Industrials & Autos Week. To watch the live session, visit the following webcast link: https://kvgo.com/gs/stellantis-december-2025 Details for watching the… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR MEDIA ADVISORY: Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa to Participate in Goldman Sachs 17th Annual Industrials & Autos Week007750

Forvia confirms divestment moves for vehicle interiors unit

The interiors division provides complete interior systems, including instrument panels, door panels and centre consoles. Credit: Artic_photo/Shutterstock.com French automotive technology supplier Forvia has confirmed it has started divestment process for parts of its portfolio, including its interiors business group. The confirmation comes after media reports suggested the interiors unit could be sold. Discover B2B Marketing… Continue reading Forvia confirms divestment moves for vehicle interiors unit

Zentiva otrzymuje prestiżową nagrodę ESG Transparency Award 2025 za demonstrowanie odpowiedzialności społecznej

PRAGA, 1 grudnia 2025 r. /PRNewswire/ — Zentiva, wiodąca europejska firma farmaceutyczna produkująca leki generyczne, otrzymała prestiżową nagrodę ESG Transparency Award 2025 przyznawaną przez EUPD Group. Nagroda ta jest wyrazem uznania dla firm, których raporty dotyczące środowiska naturalnego, społeczeństwa i ładu korporacyjnego (ESG) wyróżniają się klarownością, strukturą i przejrzystością. Nagrody zostały wręczone podczas szczytu ESG… Continue reading Zentiva otrzymuje prestiżową nagrodę ESG Transparency Award 2025 za demonstrowanie odpowiedzialności społecznej

Peugeot 108 successor in the frame as new rules favour city cars

The move has been welcomed by the industry as a potential harbinger of a new age of affordable city cars, with manufacturers including Dacia and BYD hinting at plans to launch tiny new entry models in the region.  Peugeot sibling Citroën has also suggested that a more hospitable regulatory environment could pave the way for… Continue reading Peugeot 108 successor in the frame as new rules favour city cars

German FAZ: Hesse’s industry is in distress010302

The last day of work was emotional. When the only steelworks in Hesse closed its doors forever at the end of October, many employees were sad and disappointed. This is understandable, because the breakup of the traditional company Buderus Edelstahl marks the end of 300 years of industrial history in Wetzlar. Many of the employees… Continue reading German FAZ: Hesse’s industry is in distress010302