Stop production. Opel Astra is the first model of the new Astra series. According to the product information released by Opel official website, Opel Astra was listed in the domestic sales market in 20 13 and stopped production. Opel is called Opel in China, and German Opel Company is a subsidiary of American General Motors, which is a window for GM in Europe. Opel's products have spread all over the world 100 markets in more than 20 countries.