http://www.HoldenHQ.com.au Holden Social Media team member, Sarah Prescott covers the announcement of 2 all new Holden cars to be made in Australia within the second half of the decade. The announcement was made by Holden Managing Director, Mike Devereux with Australia's Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Industry Minister, Greg Combet and SA Premier, Jay Weatherill
Exclusive Interview with Holden MD, Mike Devereux on co-investment announcement - 22/03/2012
http://www.HoldenHQ.com.au Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Mike Devereux interviewed exclusively for the new Holden blog, www.HoldenHQ.com.au on the announcement that Holden will make a $1 billion investment in two all-new cars to be manufactured in the second half of the decade.
The next-generation program is a 10 year vehicle development and manufacturing program, supported by a $275 million co-investment program from the Australian and South Australian Governments.
Holden VF Commodore Design Overview
Design overview of the VF Commodore hosted by Chairman and Managing Director, Mike Devereux and Holden Design Director, Andrew Smith from the February 10, 2013 Media Reveal. For more information go to http://holden.com.au/newcommodore. For an overview of VF Commodore's technology features go to http://youtu.be/06DDnCe3fv8
First Holden Volt test drives - Sydney December 2011
In December 2011, VIPs and media joined Holden at the official reveal of the first Holden Volts to arrive in Australia. These left hand drive vehicles are not allowed to be driven by non-Holden employees, so the first drive took place in a Sydney warehouse.
View more information at: http://www.holden.com.au/volt
Introducing the Holden Volt - How it works
Introducing the ground-breaking Holden Volt - an electric vehicle without range restrictions. Want to drive purely on electricity? You can. The Holden Volt is electric when you want it, petrol when you need it.
For more information: http://www.holden.com/volt
SIDI Direct Injection Technology - Holden Commodore
Introducing the Spark Ignition Direct Injection V6 engine. State-of-the-art technology that delivers incredible fuel economy, the world-class refinement and extra engine performance without compromise. It's why it's the most important change in Commodore's history.
Safety 5 Star ANCAP - Holden Commodore
Commodore has been independently assessed by the Government-endorsed Australiasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). After internationally recognised crash tests and analysis, every model in the range earned the maximum 5-star ANCAP safety rating. See ANCAP Pole test video.
For more information on the Holden Commodore: www.holden.com.au/commodore
1969 Holden Hurricane concept car - restored 2011
Holden has gone back to the future, restoring its very first concept car -- the 1969 Holden Hurricane.
http://www.holden.com.au/holden-innovation/holden-design/track-record
The futuristic research vehicle described as an experiment "to study design trend, propulsion systems and other long range developments" has been restored to its former glory as a labour of love by a dedicated group of Holden designers and engineers.
Code named RD 001; the Hurricane is a mid-engined, rear-wheel drive, two-seater sports car which incorporates a remarkable array of innovative features and technology, much of it way ahead of its time.
Features include:
electronic digital instrument displays,
station-seeking radio,
automatic temperature control air conditioning,
rear vision camera
automated route finder
Holden Hurricane goes on show to the public for the first time at Motorclassica, Melbourne, October 21-23
Steel to Road - Building Holden Commodore (Part 4 General Assembly)
The Commodore is now on the home straight of the manufacturing process. Part 4 of Steel to Road shows the operators working in the 'walk in' front end and see the instrument panel installed through the windscreen.
If you want to check out the earlier parts of Steel to Road -- head to the Holden YouTube channel www.youtube.com/holdenaustralia and select the 'features' button at the top of the page its located between Series II Commodore and View the Showroom. Enjoy
Active Fuel Management - Holden Commodore
A true innovation, Active Fuel Management (AFM) is a fuel saving technology. Available on automatic V8 models, AFM automatically switches the engine from eight cylinder operation to four, when less engine power is required. It gives you full V8 performance when it's needed, and improved fuel economy when it's not.
For more information see: www.holden.com.au/commdore
Holden Barina Spirited Drive
Explore the Holden Barina Spirited Drive at http://www.holden.com.au/barina
Follow four friends take a road trip in the all-new Holden Barina. The dynamic Barina features a stylish new design, a sleek new interior, seats 5 in roomy comfort and includes an abundance of clever storage options. Its spirited 1.6 litre engine gives you small car performance you won't recognise. Plus with so many amazing features including Bluetooth, iPod connectivity, cruise control, steering wheel audio controls, 'follow me home' headlights, alloys wheels and the highest possible 5-star safety rating -- it's everything you want in a small car for a truly spirited drive.
[http://www.holden.com.au/barina]
Kurt Ramholdt (Visualisation) Holden Design: A Look Inside (Holden Careers) Series
Studying Industrial Design at University, Kurt Ramholdt naturally gravitated towards automotive design, the sketches and models where much more exciting and challenging. To Kurt, cars represent the pinnacle of product design. Learn more about Kurt's story....
Interested in joining Holden?
http://www.holden.com/careers
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Garth Tander - Leukaemia Foundation Patient Transport Program
Garth Tander, Holden Racing Team driver is an ambassador for the Leukaemia Foundation's Patient Transport Program. Holden provides 17 vehicles across Australia for the program, which offers transport to appointments for patients and their families.
Holden Barina Spirited Drive - Sporty Performance
Explore the Holden Barina Spirited Drive at http://www.holden.com.au/barina
Follow four friends take a road trip in the Holden Barina. With its 1.6 litre engine, the Barina is fun to drive and delivers power when you need it. Matched with a comprehensive 4-cylinder powertrain and standard 5-speed manual or an optional 6-speed automatic transmission with active select, the Barina provides outstanding handling and performance to ensure a truly spirited drive.
[http://www.holden.com.au/barina]