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Holden Caprice US police deal threatened by Ford’s new Taurus

Matt Brogan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:23:23 +0000

Holden’s opportunity to export its Caprice model to police in the US is under threat as Ford’s American division plans a replacement for the popular Crown Victoria. Chevrolet last month unveiled the Caprice PPV (Police Pursuit Vehicle) and announced that it would aim to sell the long wheel-base Australian as a police-only vehicle from early 2011. But [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Caprice US police deal threatened by Ford’s new Taurus

Holden reintroduces second shift as V6 demand grows

Matt Brogan — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:30:20 +0000

Holden has today reintroduced the second shift at its Port Melbourne engine plant on the back of rising local and global demand for its 3.0 and 3.6-litre V6s. Production has increased from 240-320 to 440 units per day, a move that Holden powertrain lead executive, Mr Martyn Cray, says reflects higher export orders and a short-term [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden reintroduces second shift as V6 demand grows

Ford Falcon outsells Holden Commodore, first time in 4 years

Matt Brogan — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:30:15 +0000

The Ford Falcon sedan outsold the Commodore sedan for the first time in almost four years in October. An ecstatic Ford Australia president Marin Burela today announced that his company sold 2460 Falcon sedans compared to Holden’s 2425. “We outsold them by only 35 or 36 cars but I’ve got to tell you, one would have been [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Ford Falcon outsells Holden Commodore, first time in 4 years

Holden Commodore SV6 Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:11:52 +0000

Holden’s SIDI equipped automatic and manual gearboxes are like chalk and cheese. Model Tested: 2009 Holden Commodore SV6; 3.6-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed manual; sedan – $42,790* Options Available: Metallic Paint $500; Limited Slip Differential $360; Leather Upholstery $2500; Sunroof $1990; DVD Player $1290; Six CD Changer $595; Full Size Spare Wheel $350 Sporty gearbox; fuel economy; interior room Dated [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Commodore SV6 Review & Road Test

Holden VE Ute range achieves five-star safety

George Skentzos — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:18:51 +0000

The Holden VE Ute range has become the first utility in Australia to receive the maximum five-star safety rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). This latest result means Holden’s entire locally manufactured range now boasts a full five-star safety rating from ANCAP. The VE Ute now also becomes the only light commercial vehicle in [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden VE Ute range achieves five-star safety

2009 Large Car Comparison

Paul Maric — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 03:22:32 +0000

Ford Falcon vs. Holden Commodore vs. Nissan Maxima vs. Honda Accord vs. Toyota Aurion vs. Skoda Superb Models Tested: 2009 Ford Falcon G6E Turbo; 4.0-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed automatic; sedan - $57,490 2009 Holden Commodore Calais V-Series; 3.6-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed automatic; sedan – $56,790 2009 Nissan Maxima Ti; 3.5-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; CVT gearbox; sedan – $46,990 2009 Honda Accord [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 Large Car Comparison

Report: Holden Caprice could become next Chevrolet Impala

George Skentzos — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:37:02 +0000

While the demise of Pontiac has in turn sealed the fate of the Holden-sourced G8 sedan, the recent announcement of a Chevrolet Caprice police pursuit vehicle (PPV) has sparked new interest in Australian models among the American public. It seems GM is not ignorant to this fact either with Vice President Chevrolet Global brand, Brent Dewar, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Report: Holden Caprice could become next Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet Caprice law enforcement vehicles headed to US

George Skentzos — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:56:45 +0000

The Australian-built Holden Commodore has found a new role in law enforcement with specially prepared Police Patrol Vehicles (PPV) set to hit the streets of North America from as early as 2011. Derived from the long-wheel-base Holden Caprice, the Chevrolet Caprice patrol cruiser was announced at the annual International Association of Chiefs of Police convention – [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Chevrolet Caprice law enforcement vehicles headed to US

Holden Calais V-Series Review & Road Test

Matt Brogan — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 22:15:17 +0000

The VE range has grown better with age Model Tested: 2009 Holden VE Calais V-Series; 3.6-litre, SIDI six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed automatic; sedan – $56,790* Options: Fitted: Metallic Paint $500 (Karma); Full-Size Alloy Spare Wheel $350 Not Fitted: Sports Suspension & LSD $690; Electric Sunroof $1990 New SIDI engine; improved fuel economy; cabin & cargo space; quieter ride Slow transmission; [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Calais V-Series Review & Road Test

Holden Commodore International Special Edition

Alborz Fallah — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:37:23 +0000

Holden Commodore Special Edition International Sedan and Sportwagon Alongside the Holden Commodore SS V-Series Special Edition GM Holden has also announced the special edition Commodore International for completely different buyers. The International sedan and Sportwagon models will deliver $7,500 of extra features (given the RRP of extra features) such as leather seat trim and 18 inch alloy wheels. “The [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Commodore International Special Edition

Holden Commodore SS V-Series Special Edition

Alborz Fallah — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:07:18 +0000

Holden Commodore SS V-Series Special Edition Sedan Sportwagon Ute Special Editions seem to be the flavour of the month with Holden joining Honda, Toyota and Mazda with special editions announced today. GM Holden is set to release two new special edition models to increase Commodore sales in two different segments. Firstly the SS V-Series Special Edition sedan, Sportwagon [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Commodore SS V-Series Special Edition

Video: LS9-powered Camaro HPE700 by Hennessey

George Skentzos — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:40:30 +0000

While Chevrolet’s on again, off again Camaro Z28 flagship has left most potential buyers in a disorientated state, US powerhouse tuners Hennessey have been at work creating an LS9-powered Camaro HPE700 for just 24 lucky owners. Unlike the Camaro Z28 which is rumoured to use the supercharged 6.2-litre LS-A engine from the Cadillac CTS-V, the Camaro [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Video: LS9-powered Camaro HPE700 by Hennessey

Holden-based LAPD police cruiser gains momentum

George Skentzos — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:00:37 +0000

While Holden’s North American exports may have ground to a halt with the closure of Pontiac spelling the demise of the Commodore-derived G8 Sedan, it seems a proposal to enter the car into law enforcement has gained momentum. General Motors CEO, Fritz Henderson, made mention at the Frankfurt Motor Show that the carmaker has been working [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden-based LAPD police cruiser gains momentum

Holden launches new Divisional Van for Victoria Police

Matt Brogan — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:43:40 +0000

Following an intensive 12 month program to developing a safer, more reliable division van for the Victoria Police Force, Holden has joined forces with Bellmont Nominees to build this latest model. Based on the recently released Model Year 10 (MY10) VE Commodore Omega Ute, the new divisional van features six airbags in the passenger compartment [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden launches new Divisional Van for Victoria Police

Holden Sportwagon to enter Global Green Challenge

Matt Brogan — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:07:14 +0000

Holden will enter a Commodore Omega Sportwagon, running its new 3.0-litre V6 engine, in next month’s Global Green Challenge. The event, a showcase of low emission and alternative energy vehicles, aims to test the car’s fuel economy claims over a 3000 kilometre run from Darwin to Adelaide. Formerly the World Solar Challenge, the Global Green Challenge will [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Sportwagon to enter Global Green Challenge

Video: HSV E Series 2 Launch Trailer

George Skentzos — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:40:18 +0000

To coincide with the official unveiling of the new E Series 2 range, HSV has released the third and presumably final teaser video in the series. Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Video: HSV E Series 2 Launch Trailer

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Video: HSV E Series 2 Launch Trailer

Video: HSV E2 launch control demonstration with Garth Tander

George Skentzos — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:30:14 +0000

Australian V8 Supercar driver and HSV ambassador Garth Tander demonstrates the launch control function featuring on all manual variants in the new HSV E Series 2 range. It works by selecting Competition Mode on the ESC setting, then engaging the clutch and selecting first gear. Finally, mash the throttle to the floor to build the revs [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Video: HSV E2 launch control demonstration with Garth Tander

HSV E2 range highlights & pricing

Matt Brogan — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:11:29 +0000

The new HSV E Series 2 range, unveiled for the first time today, represents the best in Australian luxury and performance motoring. As part of the unveil, each model receives its own unique character and points of difference, which will be readily identifiable to the HSV owner. A range of options are also available under the ‘SV [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

HSV E2 range highlights & pricing

HSV E2 range released

Matt Brogan — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:40:08 +0000

Holden Special Vehicles today unveiled the all new E Series 2 (E2) range featuring several Australian production car firsts, a significant new design theme and a number of new driver features for Australia’s favourite luxury and performance car company. Managing Director Phil Harding said 09/09/09 was a proud day for HSV. “We decided to make a major [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

HSV E2 range released

HSV E2 range unveiling

George Skentzos — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:56:51 +0000

Remember to tune in to CarAdvice tomorrow morning as Holden Special Vehicles officially unveils its new generation E Series 2 range. Having already caught a glimpse in exclusive spy photos and official teasers, the new HSV range will be radically different from the current models, boasting an all-new look and many Australian-first technologies. Original article from: Australian [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

HSV E2 range unveiling