Prime Minister Tony Abbott has all but put the final nail in Holden’s coffin, telling the carmaker he would not provide more government funding to the battling company. According to News Limited, Mr Abbott declared he would not provide Holden with any more than the $275 million pledged by the […]
Holden reviews
Holden closing down in 2016 – rumour
We all knew it was inevitable but it looks like Holden could be following Ford Australia, closing down all operations in 2016. The news comes after the company’s CEO announced he was moving to another department. An official announcement was meant to be made this week, sources told ABC news, […]
2014 Holden Cruze SRi-V review (video)
Although it’s not specifically regarded as a ‘hot hatch’, the 2014 Holden Cruze SRi-V is as close as it gets for the local GM showroom. The recent model update sees the introduction of a more powerful 1.6 turbo engine, as well as big steps up in quality and equipment in […]
2014 Holden Malibu CDX review (video)
Over the years we’ve seen quite a few different mid-sized Holdens come and go, but none look as striking or drive as good as the 2014 Holden Malibu CDX. We’ve just road tested the 2.0-litre turbo-diesel model, and, for $35,990, it presents quite the package. The Malibu might be new […]
2014 Holden VF Calais V V8 Sportwagon review (video)
The 2014 Holden VF Calais V V8 Sportwagon has to be one of the coolest performance/luxury wagons on sale. Featuring a 260kW V8 under the bonnet, a spacious interior, and more technology than any other Australian-made car, this is a workhorse that’s ready for the family workload. For the first […]
2014 Holden VF Commodore SS review (video)
The humble SS Commodore has been around for over 30 years now. Does the 2014 Holden VF Commodore SS carry on the nameplate with pride and pedigree? Here we have what could be the bargain performance sedan of the decade; a bog-standard (aside from a $500 optional rear spoiler) VF […]
2014 Holden VF Commodore SS V Redline review – track test (video)
What better way to give the new 2014 Holden VF Commodore SS V Redline an official launch than by heading out to the pristine facilities at Phillip Island
2014 Holden VF Commodore review – Australian launch (video)
The question surrounding the future of the Australian auto manufacturing industry may continue to be asked, however, as far as we’re concerned, there’s now no question in regards to the high standard of vehicles that we produce. The 2014 Holden VF Commodore, which has just been launched, is conclusive evidence […]