First Drive: 2011 Holden Cruze Series II SRI-V

Appearing soon after General Motors announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, the Cruze – which launched in Oz almost two years ago– aims to appeal to buyers that would normally not buy a Holden. Its key competitors in the Australian market are the Toyota Corolla, Mazda3 and the (European) Ford Focus.
With the recent launch of the Aussie-built Cruze Series II, we thought it was about time we tackled GM’s “game changing” small car. The 1.4 L turbo is said to be the cherry on top of the Cruze cake, and the perfect target for a review. The question is: can it live up to the hype?

Holden Engineers Fine-Tuning 2013 Chevy Malibu

The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has made its way to Australia landing in the hands of Holden’s engineering team, which was recruited by General Motors to assist in the calibration of the mid-size sedan for both the local and global markets outside of North America.
The Australian team is working on the Malibu at Holden’s Lang Lang Proving Ground in the State of Victoria while also evaluating the car on public roads. GM said Holden will continue development of Malibu until the end of 2012.

Hoon Crackdown: Two Anti-Hooning Ads from Different Ends of the Spectrum

In Australia and New Zealand, “hooning” is a term applied to any anti-social and often dangerous behavior behind the wheel of a car. Burnouts, car surfing and illegal street racing all fall under this rather broad definition. And it’s an ever-growing problem. Each year there are more reports like, “Hoons kill innocent driver in Dandenong, say police” and, “Man killed in Burwood Highway 'hoon' crash.”
So it’s obvious that cracking down on hooning is very important to the governments of both nations. Here we have two adverts, one from Oz and one from Kiwiland, that use tactics both old and new to get their message across. The Aussie one plays on that, “If you hoon, you’ll lose your car” message while the NZ one plays on the, “If you hoon, you’ll lose your life” vibe. Who knew that New Zealand’s roads were covered with hidden landmines?

Report: Next Holden Commodore VF to get Aluminium Panels, Electric Power Steering

*Current Holden WM Caprice pictured in the above development sketch

When Holden’s next-generation VF Commodore series launches in Australian in 2014, it will be the first locally-produced automobile to incorporate mass produced aluminium panels in its construction. In addition, the new large car, which will also spawn a long-wheelbase Caprice model, will get improved aerodynamics and electric power steering in place of the current-gen’s hydraulic unit. It’s all part of an effort by Holden to lighten up its flagship model and thereby make it more fuel efficient in an effort to remain competitive with the likes of the locally-produced Toyota Camry Hybrid.
Fuel savings are expected to be around the 7% mark, bringing the 9.1lt /100 km (26 mpg) combined rating of the 3.0 L V6 SIDI down to a more politically-correct 8.4 lt/ 100 km (28 mpg). Similar savings will be experienced with the older 3.6 L Alloytec V6: 9.1 lt / 100 km (26 mpg) down from 9.8 lt / 100 km (24 mpg). The program is part-funded by the Australian federal government, which poured AU$39.8 million in from the now defunct Green Car Innovation Fund.

2011 Holden VE II Commodore Omega Review

VE and WM-Series II is the latest version of Australia's most popular sedans, wagons, utilities, luxury cars and a long wheelbase. New range has seen the refinement to the formula that made Holden Commodore of the best-selling car for 14 years, directly importing intelligent multimedia technologies, fuel economy, and the ability to use eco-friendly bioethanol.VE Series II brings more multimedia

2011 Holden VE II Commodore SV6 Review

VE and WM series II marks the latest versions of the most popular sedans in Australia, cars, utilities and luxury vehicles with long wheelbase. The new series saw Holden fineness of the formula that made the nation's best selling car in the Commodore for 14 consecutive years by the introduction of intelligent multimedia technology, fuel economy improved and the ability to run on the

2011 Holden VE II Ute SV6

VE and WM-Series II is the latest version of Australia's most popular sedans, wagons, utilities, luxury cars and a long wheelbase. New range has seen the refinement to the formula that made Holden Commodore of the best-selling car for 14 years, directly importing intelligent multimedia technologies, fuel economy, and the ability to use eco-friendly bioethanol.VE Series II brings more multimedia

2011 Holden Volt Review

GM Holden has released the first images of Holden's much anticipated Volt extended electric vehicles, as it will appear on the roads of Australia. The images, which show a version of right-hand drive Holden Volt Sport badges on the front and rear aerodynamics, were released as part of the presentation of Holden International Motor Show Melbourne. This is a place to take the vehicle that was

Holden Begins Local Testing of New Cruze Hatchback

Following the Australian market launch of the locally made and subtly refreshed Cruze Series II Sedan in March, GM’s Holden division announced today that it has began testing the five-door hatchback version of the subcompact model to fine tune the car before its introduction later this year. Holden also released two new photos of the Cruze hatch, which was designed by the firm’s Port Melbourne design studio.

New compact model by GM Holden

GM Holden will build an all-new small car in Australia alongside the country’s best-selling Commodorerange. The second carline will start in the third quarter of 2010 with support from the Federal and South Australian Governments. The car will be based on the Opel Astra & Chevy Cruze. The front-wheel drive model will be offered with an array of 4-cylinder direct injected petrol and diesel engines while Holden said that it is also considering a range of alternative fuel or fuel saving technologies including E85, LPG, CNG and start-stop hybrid capability. Further information/detail of the car and the retail price will be released later.

Debut Holden Barina Spark At Motor Show

GM getting ready to launch Australia from new Chevrolet Spark, which has been sold in Asia and Europe for several months. The first step is to look toward the local launch in Australia International Motor Show in Sydney next week, before the went on sale locally as the Holden Barina Spark at the end of 2010.Curiously, Holden sells first-gen Chevrolet Aveo as the Holden Barina with a range

Holden Viva Automatic Ultimate Choice

Holden Viva is the ultimate choice if you are looking for a mid-sized car that isn’t a Corolla. Holden Viva is meant for those buyers on a budget. If you are confused whether to buy it or not then read on.Very simply, the Holden Viva is a keenly priced automobile and is well equipped, two of the most important factors to consider when purchasing a new car. In addition to this, it has a reasonable

New Holden Announces New Compact Car for 2010

GM Holden manufacturer from Australian has announced plans to build a new small car based on the Delta platform which is also the basis of the Chevrolet Cruze and Opel Astra 2010. Unlike traditional Holden new car will be driving the front wheels and features new technologies to improve fuel economy.The new car will be available in both sedan and hatchback body style when it goes into production

New Holden Cruze 2010 Specification

New Holden Cruze was the first of a new wave of General Motors' global product and enter the Australian small car segment is equipped with a striking road presence, developed a high level of interior comfort and safety features. All-new Holden Cruze Australian who made her debut at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show, signaling the latest corporate participants in the competitive small

2010 New Holden Commodore

Holden has been working on an interior revamped to bring the interior up to date styling for the first major update of the billion-dollar VE since its 2006 introduction. In the 32 years has been producing Holden the VE Commodores has gone without a significant The Longest visual updates.Drive understands That the facelifted model is likely to be Called the Commodore Series 2, rather than the VF,

Gambar,Sejarah Holden Kingwoods

The Holden Kingswood is a full-size cars made by General Motors-Holden, the Australian subsidiary of General Motors (GM). Model-wise range consists of entry-level Belmont (replaces Standard), the Kingswood itself (replacing Special), and high-specification Premier (replaces "old" Premier).commercial variants are available in three types: coupé utilities, panel vans, and heavy-duty One Tonner cab

2010 Holden Cruze Wallpapers

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2010 Holden Cruze Exotic Car

Star in Australian International Motorshow

The Ferrari Califorinia

Lamborghini Gallardo Spider

Toyota Hybrid Supra HV-R

Lexus IS 250C

Lexus LF-Xh Concept

Volvo XC60

Nissan Mixim concep

Holden Volt concept

Koenigsegg CCX

Peugeot 308CC

New Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart

HSV consider to expand new halo and entry-level models

GM's Australian performance arm, Holden Special Vehicles, had capped production of its Corvette LS7-powered HSV W427 super-saloon at just 200 units. Now, the performance division is pondering a new halo car that would be price below the limited-edition W427 but that would remain a permanent fixture in its lineup. The interest in the 505hp (375kW) HSV W427, which is based on the Holden Commodore, has inspired the company to branch out to expand its range. The W427 is currently selling for around AUD$150,000 ($102,000) in Australia, however HSV hopes to build a new model that would compete with European sports cars in the AUD$100,000 ($70,000) range once the production run of the W427 is completed.

Besides that, the Australian-based performance company is also looking to include a number of less expensive, smaller cars in its lineup to give the brand a mass appeal, reports Drive. Other changes at HSV include a renewed interest in alternative fuels, such as LPG and diesel. While traditionally HSV has been associated with big petrol V8 engines, the company is hoping to expand this brand image to appeal to a wider range of performance enthusiasts, who may not want a large performance sedan.

Holden VE Commodore SS V 60th Anniversary Special Edition

Holden had unveiled it 60th Anniversary Special Edition which is the VE Commodore SS V.

The car is priced at $55,290 and will be available starting on 1 May 2008. Below are the specifications of the manual SS V from the press release.

* 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels (four)
* Colour Satellite Navigation
* Rear parking sensors
* Chrome surround exterior door handles
* High mount rear spoiler
* Special ‘60th Anniversary’ floor mats
* Special ‘60th Anniversary’ rear badge