Independent designer does Opel SUV
Since Opel seems to be taking its time getting around to the business of building a big SUV, an independent designer called Remo Meulendijk has gone and done it for them. It’s quite a handsome vehicle...
View ArticleOpel working on innovative lighting system
Opel has released a statement regarding a new innovative lighting system its currently working on. Instead of being stationary, or swiveling when the steering wheel is turned, these adaptive headlights...
View ArticleOpel Mokka Launched in SA
The all-new Opel Mokka – Opel’s first-ever sub-compact SUV – has made its South African debut. “The all-new Opel Mokka is an exciting addition to the Opel portfolio and follows ADAM and Corsa as a...
View ArticleDriving impression: Opel Mokka
You might think a new vehicle launch is just a bunch of motoring journalists flying to a coastal city to drive a car around for a few hours, after which they indulge in an expensive dinner and free...
View ArticleDriving Impression: Opel Mokka
Opel has finally joined the fray by building its first ever SUV. We spent two days with it to find out what it had to offer. You may think a new vehicle launch is just a bunch of motoring journalists...
View ArticleThe ultimate early morning coffee run
Inspired by the car named after a drink that was invented hundreds of years ago, we drove a few hundred kilometres in search of SA’s ultimate cup of Joe Some time during the 15th century, a guy in...
View ArticleGeneral Motors SA Launches Complete Care
GM South Africa (GMSA) has reaffirmed its dedication to looking after its local vehicle buyers with the introduction of the Complete Care programme for new and existing customers. Developed to offer...
View ArticleOpel builds a Vivaro for surfers
Opel has built a special version of its Vivaro people carrier, which will be on display at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week. It was designed and built for large families with an active lifestyle. Or...
View ArticleOpel Mokka VS Hyundai iX35
At every new car launch there’s a product presentation where the manufacturer tells you all about the car. They show some power figures, a few specification sheets and, more often than not, as slide...
View ArticleAdam Rocks now in SA
Opel has added an interesting compact crossover to its local line-up, called the Adam Rocks. The Adam Rocks, which is based on the Adam, comes with a swing top canvas roof, increased ride height,...
View ArticleOpel Mokka X arrives in SA [with pricing]
The Opel Mokka X has been launched in South Africa. This is not a completely new model, but an updated version of the Mokka, that arrived in the country in 2015 (first launched in 2012). The most...
View ArticleOpel Crossland X heading to SA as German brand intends to expand
Opel has been in the South African market since the 1930s and the German brand intends to grow its market presence in the country. As part of its intended growth in SA, the company will launch the new...
View ArticleOpel’s future is grand with Grandland X
The Opel SUV line-up is looking spiffy this month thanks to the addition of the Grandland X. It joins its Opel Crossland X and Opel Mokka X counterparts. Not only does it look cool, but Opel also says...
View ArticleAdded warranty and spec for Opel Grandland X
Opel recently added an increased warranty and some additional standard specification to its Grandland X model. All new Grandland models now come with a five-year/150 000m warranty as standard. Opel...
View ArticleVauxhall gives Cargo Combo four-wheel-drive
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to go to Europe, you’ll know that they’re big fans of vans. They use vans in the same way we use bakkies over here. Normally there wouldn’t be any reason to care...
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