HoldenHQ http://holdenhq.com.au HoldenHQ - Holden's Official Blog. Here we'll share news, updates and insights from across the Holden business and host conversations with the people behind our cars Thu, 23 May 2013 10:16:14 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Holden Statement – Ford’s Withdrawal from Manufacturing in Australia http://holdenhq.com.au/holden-statement-fords-withdrawal-from-manufacturing-in-australia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=holden-statement-fords-withdrawal-from-manufacturing-in-australia http://holdenhq.com.au/holden-statement-fords-withdrawal-from-manufacturing-in-australia/#comments Thu, 23 May 2013 10:16:14 +0000 hubadmin http://holdenhq.com.au/?p=887  

Statement attributable to Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Mike Devereux:

The announcement by Ford today is a reminder of just how tough it is for manufacturers in Australia, even the most committed, like Holden, which is bringing out the most technologically advanced car ever made in Australia.

The Commodore is a car that is a class above and will change minds. It plays a critical role in Holden’s long-term future in Australia and it is expected
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Peter shows off his Barina Spark along Stuart Highway, Coober Pedy, SA, in 51 degree heat!

Holden Engine Operations Zone 1 Assembly Line employee, Peter Portelli, set out on his third consecutive interstate Barina Spark road trip last Christmas.

This time around, Darwin was on the agenda and Peter proved again that the Barina Spark is not just
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The all-new Holden VF Calais V sedan

Some Holden vehicles (including the new VF Commodore) have a Rear Vision Camera (RVC) which keeps a sharp eye out when you're reversing into tight spots.

You should never rely solely on this camera when reversing your vehicle. There is a blind spot that can’t be sensed by the RVC. So,
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Model Year 2014 Holden Cruze SRi-V

Petrol is extremely flammable and highly explosive. Please follow these safety guidelines whenever you’re filling up:

  • Always switch off the engine and any mobile phones when refuelling.
  • Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refuelling
  • Static electricity can ignite fuel vapour. So, only use pumps, hoses and containers that are properly grounded when
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