GM Europe No More

Production facilities


In 1925, GM bought Vauxhall and Opel in 1929, securing a strong presence in Europe. Eventually the two competing brands were merged into one united operation, thereby moving from a competitive to cooperative arrangement. GM sold Opel/Vauxhall to PSA, the deal expected to be concluded by the end of the year.

In addition, a stake in Saab was made in 1989, and in the year