Holden

If you can look past an average life expectancy of around five to six years, Holden models are reliable, even the most recent ones. The reliability of each vehicle hinges on its specific use. For example, a Holden SUV might seem like a fantastic family car, but the engines in many Holden SUVs prove too small to manage the weight of transporting a family. The strain might cause the engine to malfunction and decrease in performance. Another potential problem lies in the components of the engine itself. Many Holden engines contain plastic. Over time, the plastic breaks down because of the heat inside the vehicle, and the complex system that keeps the car running degrades with continued use. Holden models can last when well maintained. As with any vehicle, it’s important to keep up-to-date with regular visits to a mechanic of your choice to preserve performance.

Though many Holden models are beloved by car enthusiasts all over Australia, two models, in particular, have reigned as the most popular Holden vehicles. 1. The Holden Commodore VT 1997 is a sedan that, in its heyday, was designed to be adaptable to a customer’s specific needs. From casual and sporty to more elegant details, the VT was a simple but stunning addition to the Commodore family. 2. The Holden Commodore VE 2006 was dubbed the longest-lasting Commodore. The car boasted beautiful details and impressive features that proved quite successful with buyers.

The rivalry between Holden and Ford goes back decades, from the origin of vehicle manufacturing in Australia to the race for dominance on the track. Which company performed better depends on personal taste. In sales, Holden led the car manufacturing game in the 1960s, but when Ford released its famous Falcon, the market shifted in Ford’s favour. Holden struggled to regain dominance for many years. The company’s fall in the market ebbed and flowed through the 2000s, with the success of the new Commodore helping Holden reclaim some prestige. However, in 2016, Ford outsold Holden, and in 2017, Australia’s Top 3 in the monthly sales report excluded Holden for the first time in the company’s history. Still, Holden vehicles can compete with Ford’s. These two companies forged the foundation of Australia’s auto industry, and both have produced a wide variety of quality vehicles.

Holden Car Company couldn’t meet growing expectations in recent years despite a lucrative start. The company’s market fall in the 1990s catalysed a series of unfortunate circumstances that led to Holden’s closure in 2020. To increase sales, Holden utilised cheaper products to make more vehicles quickly. Unfortunately, this decreased the value and the reliability of its products. Likewise, while Holden as a brand made several promises for new vehicle ranges, the company failed to deliver, causing customers to lose faith in the brand and seek similar products elsewhere. This fracture in the company’s support led to poorly thought-out business decisions to salvage the remaining customer base. None of these decisions paid off in the end, and in 2020, General Motors retired Holden from the automotive market.