Automotive giant Stellantis has committed over €1 billion to its German subsidiary Opel through the end of the decade, with the Ruesselsheim facility designated to manufacture the upcoming generation of the popular Astra compact vehicle.
Author: Aine Whelan (Aine Whelan)
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