Holden Cars, which was GM Holden Ltd before, is an automobile manufacturer from Australia which operates in Australasia. Holden is currently headquartered in Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It was founded in 1856 as a saddlery manufacturer based on the south of Australia.
It was only in 1908 when they started manufacturing vehicles. After this, they were already obtained by General Motors, a large US-based automobile manufacturer in 1931. This acquisition made a change to Holden’s name and was then called General Motors-Holden’s Ltd.
Since GM is based in the US, they used Holden to distribute their products to the Australasia region. They even obtained partial ownership of GM Daewoo between 2002 and 2009. From then on, Holden has offered several local vehicles which were mainly supported by GM models.
In 2013, Holden’s lineup consisted of GM Korea, GM Thailand, GM US, Commodore, Caprice, and Ute models. Holden was also used to distribute models from Opel, a European vehicle brand in Australia in 2012. Local Holden vehicles are produced in their plants located at Elizabeth, South Australia. Engines, on the other hand, are manufactured at the Fisherman’s Bend plant in Port Melbourne, Victoria.
Although Holden is very famous in importing vehicles from other brands, their sales have unfortunately decreased in the 1950s which forced them to take a look into selling to the international markets. Just this 2013, Holden announced in a press conference that they will stop all engine and vehicle production in 2017.
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However, they will still continue on running the brand and reselling imported cars to Australia. They will also let go of most of their manpower and retain all those in the sales staff.
Several general managers have passed through Holden through the years starting from Edward Holden, its founder. Currently, the company is being run by Mark Bernhard. Bernhard has been with the company for almost a year now.
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From pen to paper, the imaginary transforming into reality – the Holden Efijy broke down barriers in presenting its design last 2005!
Incorporating traditional design with a mix of innovative motoring tech, the Holden Efijy’s focus on the past to create something new is outstanding. So much so, that during the motor show where it was first launched,the Holden Efijy stood out among the other cars lost in a sea of trees. The car also comes with its own suspension system that lowers the Efigy when it is not in use!
A modern Cadillac – we do hope that we all get the chance to ride in this massive and stylish car!
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The Holden Commodore is a car designed and produced by Holden, an Australian car manufacturer. It was launched in 1978 and is still marketed today. It has three body styles, either a 2-door utility, a 4-door sedan, or a 5-door station wagon.
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The Holden Nova, produced from 1989 to 1996, is a compact car that represents a unique collaboration between General Motors (GM) and Toyota. The Nova was essentially a rebadged version of the Toyota Corolla, manufactured under the joint venture company called United Australian Automobile Industries (UAAI). This partnership aimed to blend the engineering expertise of Toyota with the styling and marketing prowess of Holden, primarily for the Australian market.
The Holden Nova was available in a variety of body styles, including a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback, offering versatility to cater to different customer preferences. Its design featured a straightforward, functional aesthetic with a focus on reliability and practicality, characteristics derived largely from its Corolla underpinnings.
Under the hood, the Nova was equipped with Toyota’s robust engines, which were praised for their durability and fuel efficiency. The car typically came with either a 1.4-liter or a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, providing a balance of power and economy that was well-suited to the needs of everyday commuting and city driving.
Inside, the Nova offered a simple, user-friendly interior with sufficient comfort features that made it a popular choice among families and first-time car buyers. Its spacious cabin and competent handling also made it a practical choice for those looking for an economical yet reliable vehicle.
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