Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Driving the Holden Volt - Part 2

Driving the Holden Volt - Part 2

Beecham Holden Caboolture - Volt Driving in Test Drive Part 1

Beecham Holden Caboolture - Volt - Driving the Holden Volt in Test Drive

Beecham Holden Caboolture - Volt Regenerative Braking explained

Beecham Holden Caboolture - Volt Regenerative Braking explained in Test Drive

Beecham Holden Caboolture - Volt Power Modes



Beecham Holden Caboolture - Volt Power Modes explained in Test Drive

Beecham Holden Caboolture - Now with Holden Volt!


Celebrating our 25 year old family dealership, from the early days to the latest innovation - the amazingly clever Holden Volt.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Holden Volt Technology Workshop - September 2012



 Holden hosted a technology workshop for tech media, bloggers and auto journalists.

The event showcased Volt's innovative technology and gave guests a view into GM's developments in the area of infotainment and active safety.

With special thanks to GM's Kristen Siemen, Executive Director, Electrical Systems and Kathy McMahon, Senior Management, Infotainment Program Management and Holden's Paul Gibson, Director, Electrical Engineering for participating in our event.

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Holden Releases Special Edition Z-Series Range

Holden has announced details of a Special Edition “Z-Series” range that combines luxury and sport features with exceptional value for money.
The exciting “Z-Series” range is available on comfort and sports models across all VE body styles and is packed full of features, value and excitement. Holden’s Executive Director of Sales, Marketing and Aftersales, John Elsworth, described the new range as one of Holden’s best special editions ever.

“Whether you are looking for exceptional value, more comfort and luxury or real sports performance, there’s something for everyone with this new Z-Series range”, Elsworth said. “Never before have we put together such an exciting range that not only looks fantastic but is so feature-packed making it outstanding value.

“For anyone in the market for a large sedan, family Sportwagon or a great Aussie ute, there’s really never been a better time to buy a Holden.”

Vehicle line-up and specification are detailed below. 

Commodore Z-Series (sedan and Sportwagon):
• 18 inch alloy wheels – 4
• Front fog lamps with chrome surrounds on front fog lamps
• Rear park assist
• Rear view camera
• Leather appointed seats
• Leather wrap steering wheel
• Chrome highlights in instrument cluster
• Black bezel headlamps
• ‘Z-Series’ carpet mats
• Lip spoiler (sedan only)
• Cargo blind (wagon only)
• Chrome door frame opening (sedan only)
• ‘Z-Series’ and ‘Commodore’ badges

SV6 and SS Z-Series (sedan and Sportwagon):
• 19 inch alloy wheels – 4 (LPG SV6 variants maintain current 18 inch alloy wheels - 4)
• Rear view camera
• Rear park assist
• Leather bolstered seats
• ‘Z-Series’ carpet mats
• ‘Z-Series’ badges
• Chrome door frame opening (sedan only)

SV6 and SS Z-Series (Ute):
• 19 inch alloy wheels – 4 (LPG SV6 variant maintains current 18 inch alloy wheels - 4)
• Leather bolstered seats
• ‘Z-Series’ carpet mats
• ‘Z-Series’ badges

SSV Z-Series (sedan, Sportwagon and ute): 
• 19 inch forged alloy wheels (4)
• Front Brembo® brakes
• FE3 sports suspension
• Sunroof (sedan only)
• ‘Z-Series’ carpet mats
• ‘Z-Series’ badges

Z-Series Pricing

The recommended retail price of the ‘Z-Series’ range will be:
Comfort Range:
• Commodore Z-Series Sedan (petrol) $37,990
• Commodore Z-Series Sedan (LPG) $40,490
• Commodore Z-Series Sportwagon (petrol) $39,990
• Commodore Z-Series Sportwagon (LPG) $42,490

Sports Range:
 • Commodore SV6 Z-Series Sedan (petrol) Man / Auto $42,790 / $43,790
• Commodore SV6 Z-Series Sedan (LPG) Auto $46,290
• Commodore SV6 Z-Series Sportwagon (petrol) Auto $45,790
• Commodore SV6 Z-Series Sportwagon (LPG) Auto $48,290
• Commodore SV6 Z-Series Utility (petrol) Man / Auto $38,490 / $39,490
• Commodore SV6 Z-Series Utility (LPG) Auto $41,990
• Commodore SS Z-Series Sedan (petrol) Man / Auto $47,790 / $49,790
• Commodore SS Z-Series Sportwagon (petrol) Man / Auto $49,790 / $51,790
• Commodore SS Z-Series Utility (petrol) Man / Auto $42,490 / $44,490
• Commodore SSV Z-Series Sedan (petrol) Man / Auto $55,290 / $57,290
• Commodore SSV Z-Series Sportwagon (petrol) Man / Auto $57,290 / $59,290
• Commodore SSV Z-Series Utility (petrol) Man / Auto $47,490 / $49,490

Coinciding with the new packs, Holden will introduce a new colour to the VE and WM range.

Inspired by the Holden Efijy showcar, Alchemy is a new luxurious deep purple hue that will give Commodore stand-out style on the road. This colour replaces Mirage Glow.

For images and more information on Holden, visit: www.media.holden.com.au or www.autonews.net.au

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