Holden nameplates to return? Who's in line to nab GMH's Astra supplier and emerging electric car superstar, Opel, now that it's hot property in Europe, UK and (soon) NZ

Holden nameplates to return? Who's in line to nab GMH's Astra supplier and emerging electric car superstar, Opel, now that it's hot property in Europe, UK and (soon) NZ

15 May 2022 by Byron Mathioudakis

Opel is suddenly hot property and here's why. Read more
The old Holden Racing Team of V8 Supercars fame is switching to Ford?! How Walkinshaw Andretti United's brand switch is hardly the first time a race team has jumped ship

The old Holden Racing Team of V8 Supercars fame is switching to Ford?! How Walkinshaw Andretti United's brand switch is hardly the first time a race team has jumped ship

6 May 2022 by Stephen Ottley

Bombshell announcements are few and far between in modern motorsport, as teams tend to prefer evolution rather than revolution. Read more
Right car, wrong time: Holden Adventra - How Holden tried but failed to take on the Subaru Outback

Right car, wrong time: Holden Adventra - How Holden tried but failed to take on the Subaru Outback

29 Apr 2022 by Stephen Ottley

As Holden continues to fade from the automotive landscape in Australia, with dealerships transitioning and GM Specialty Vehicles stepping up, it's timely to remember the golden days for the brand. ...Read more
Right car, wrong time: Holden Commodore ZB and why it was always destined to fail | Opinion

Right car, wrong time: Holden Commodore ZB and why it was always destined to fail | Opinion

10 Apr 2022 by Stephen Ottley

Holden tried its best to put on a brave face. The first Commodore was based on a model from German counterparts, Opel, so surely this new Opel-built ‘ZB Commodore’ carried on the spirit ...Read more
New-car flops, fails and fizzle-outs part two: From the Ford AU Falcon to the Suzuki X90, these are our biggest vehicle disasters

New-car flops, fails and fizzle-outs part two: From the Ford AU Falcon to the Suzuki X90, these are our biggest vehicle disasters

10 Apr 2022 by Andrew Chesterton

To be fair, car companies get it right more than that get it wrong. Read more
Biggest Aussie car fails! Leyland P76, Honda CR-Z, AU Falcon, and more! CarsGuide Podcast #224

Biggest Aussie car fails! Leyland P76, Honda CR-Z, AU Falcon, and more! CarsGuide Podcast #224

1 Apr 2022 by CarsGuide team

Episode 224 - Biggest Aussie car fails! Read more
Australia's biggest new-car fails! From the Holden ZB Commodore to the Mercedes-Benz X-Class, these are our biggest flops ever

Australia's biggest new-car fails! From the Holden ZB Commodore to the Mercedes-Benz X-Class, these are our biggest flops ever

27 Mar 2022 by Andrew Chesterton

It's safe to say that, generally speaking, car companies get it pretty right most of the time. Read more
Why we should stop buying utes and SUVs | Opinion

Why we should stop buying utes and SUVs | Opinion

19 Mar 2022 by Stephen Ottley

Saying utes and SUVs are popular isn't a cutting insight on the Australian automotive landscape. Read more
Why new cars are becoming unaffordable: The reasons behind so many new models - from Toyota Yaris to Jeep Grand Cherokee L - costing more and more to buy explained

Why new cars are becoming unaffordable: The reasons behind so many new models - from Toyota Yaris to Jeep Grand Cherokee L - costing more and more to buy explained

13 Mar 2022 by Stephen Ottley

As CEO of Stellantis, Carlos Tavares has a lot of cars to sell. So when he says he’s worried about how affordable new models are and admits he’s concerned that if prices continue to rise ...Read more
Is this a spiritual successor to the Holden Commodore SS? Forget the V8 - new Chevy Blazer SS secures electric future for iconic badge

Is this a spiritual successor to the Holden Commodore SS? Forget the V8 - new Chevy Blazer SS secures electric future for iconic badge

10 Mar 2022 by Andrew Chesterton

GM and Holden's iconic SS performance brand will live on in an electric future, with Chevy teasing a Blazer SS EV.The bade that adorned the flanks for go-fast Commodores was lost to Australia with ...Read more
Right car, wrong time: Kia Stinger, Holden Cruze, Ford Territory Turbo and other near misses from the motoring world

Right car, wrong time: Kia Stinger, Holden Cruze, Ford Territory Turbo and other near misses from the motoring world

6 Mar 2022 by Stephen Ottley

Launching the right car at the right time is the greatest challenge for the car industry.  ...Read more
Rust in peace: Sorry, but Australian car manufacturing will never be like the Commodore and Falcon again | Opinion

Rust in peace: Sorry, but Australian car manufacturing will never be like the Commodore and Falcon again | Opinion

13 Feb 2022 by Andrew Chesterton

There was understandably huge interest in a story that broke last week, detailing how Australia could become an electric vehicle manufacturing powerhouse - a return to our glory days, when we were ...Read more
Best-selling models in China, India, Brazil, the UK and more revealed - and how some of them are related to the Holden Barina

Best-selling models in China, India, Brazil, the UK and more revealed - and how some of them are related to the Holden Barina

12 Feb 2022 by Tim Nicholson

Each year, automotive brands in markets all over the globe battle for the title of best-selling model and best-selling brand.In Australia last year, Toyota once again dominated the new-vehicle market ...Read more
The return of Australian car manufacturing? New reports call for old Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon factories to become new electric car hubs

The return of Australian car manufacturing? New reports call for old Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon factories to become new electric car hubs

8 Feb 2022 by Tim Nicholson

Australia is in a perfect position to reignite vehicle manufacturing and create a high-tech electric vehicle manufacturing hub.That's according to a new research report titled Rebuilding Vehicle ...Read more
How GM can succeed where it failed with Holden: Why GMSV can become an electric car powerhouse in Australia with Chevrolet, Hummer and Cadillac

How GM can succeed where it failed with Holden: Why GMSV can become an electric car powerhouse in Australia with Chevrolet, Hummer and Cadillac

23 Jan 2022 by Stephen Ottley

General Motors’ decision to close down Holden looks set to help the brand usher in an electric future in Australia. ...Read more
Top 10 news stories of 2021

Top 10 news stories of 2021

31 Dec 2021 by Tung Nguyen

This year, like 2020, was fraught with ups and downs as the automotive world adjusted to living with an ongoing global pandemic and battled with supply shortages the world over. Read more
Does the Toyota HiLux, Holden Commodore or Toyota LandCruiser generate the most interest online? We reveal the most searched make and model from 2021 and the winner may surprise you

Does the Toyota HiLux, Holden Commodore or Toyota LandCruiser generate the most interest online? We reveal the most searched make and model from 2021 and the winner may surprise you

28 Dec 2021 by Tim Nicholson

Is the most searched for car in Australia one of the many popular utes that top the sales charts each month? Read more
Final Australian Holden Commodore patrol cars honoured: Victoria Police send off its last pair of VF II SS V8s in emotional - if not completely accurate - tribute

Final Australian Holden Commodore patrol cars honoured: Victoria Police send off its last pair of VF II SS V8s in emotional - if not completely accurate - tribute

21 Dec 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

Victoria Police has released a video commemorating the final two Australian-made Holden Commodore patrol cars, which have officially been retired from the fleet this month after more than six years ...Read more
Your Holden Commodore could be on the road even longer! GMSV set to honour Holden service and spare parts beyond required 10-year mark

Your Holden Commodore could be on the road even longer! GMSV set to honour Holden service and spare parts beyond required 10-year mark

17 Dec 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

GMSV (General Motors Speciality Vehicles) has revealed that it will carry Holden-built and badged vehicle spare parts and service capabilities past the minimum-by-Australian law 10-year period. Read more
Holdens reunited: Efijy, Hurricane, GTR-X, Monaro, Commodore and HSV set to be part of some 80 classic Holdens relocated to a new home as GMSV rebuilds heritage fleet as well as Australians' trust in GM

Holdens reunited: Efijy, Hurricane, GTR-X, Monaro, Commodore and HSV set to be part of some 80 classic Holdens relocated to a new home as GMSV rebuilds heritage fleet as well as Australians' trust in GM

15 Dec 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

Great news for Holden lovers.GMSV (General Motors Speciality Vehicles) has revealed that it is close to announcing a new home for the old Holden vehicles it has had mothballed since the demise of the ...Read more
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