Stellantis South Africa announced the opening of a new Star Motor Group dealership in Vanderbijlpark, bringing five of its leading automotive brands under one roof, Citroën, Fiat, Jeep, Opel, and Peugeot.
Located in Vanderbijlpark, every touchpoint, from vehicle selection to after-sales support, has been crafted to provide a seamless, intuitive and refined experience, leveraging Star Motor Group’s strong reputation.
“We are pleased to expand our partnership with Star Motor Group as part of our continued network development,” says Mike Whitfield, Managing Director of Stellantis South Africa. “This collaboration strengthens our footprint in Gauteng and reinforces our commitment to making innovative, high-quality mobility solutions more accessible to customers across the region.”
“We are proud to welcome five exciting new brands from Stellantis. This partnership reflects our commitment to offering customers innovative mobility solutions, exceptional quality, and world class customer experience. We look forward to building a strong and successful journey together,” says Edwin Strauss, CEO of Star Motor Group.
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