Holden’s E3 GTS Transforms into the 2012 Vauxhall VXR8 in Britain

Based on Holden’s most recent E3 series GTS model, the 2012 Vauxhall VXR8 will hit UK dealers next March, featuring several improvements over the previous model, which was built on the lower-spec ClubSport R8. Priced at £49,500 (VAT included), the new model is still considered a bargain in the country, considering that there’s a 6.2-liter V8 powerhouse under the bonnet. Read more »

HSV W427 503HP Commodore Enters Production – 38 High Res Photos / Wallpapers

The “Lion King” of all Holdens, the Commodore based HSV W427 is now available for order in Australia and New Zealand. But good luck trying to get one as all 90 cars being built in 2008 have been pre-sold. Overall, HSV will build no more than 427 W27s with prices (not including the new Luxury Car Tax regime) set at $155,500 AUD. Designed as Australia’s answer to the BMW M5, the HSV W427 is

HSV W427 503HP Commodore Enters Production – 38 High Res Photos / Wallpapers

The “Lion King” of all Holdens, the Commodore based HSV W427 is now available for order in Australia and New Zealand. But good luck trying to get one as all 90 cars being built in 2008 have been pre-sold. Overall, HSV will build no more than 427 W27s with prices (not including the new Luxury Car Tax regime) set at $155,500 AUD. Designed as Australia’s answer to the BMW M5, the HSV W427 is

Holden Commodore Hybrid to be Introduced by 2010

GM’s Australian subsidiary Holden is planning to launch a new hybrid version of the locally produced and developed Commodore according to General Motors Goup vice president Nick Reilly, who broke the news speaking at a quarterly strategy meeting from Holden’s Melbourne offices. “We will introduce hybrids in the next couple of years,” said General Motors group vice president Nick Reilly. When he

Holden Commodore Hybrid to be Introduced by 2010

GM’s Australian subsidiary Holden is planning to launch a new hybrid version of the locally produced and developed Commodore according to General Motors Goup vice president Nick Reilly, who broke the news speaking at a quarterly strategy meeting from Holden’s Melbourne offices. “We will introduce hybrids in the next couple of years,” said General Motors group vice president Nick Reilly. When he

Holden Commodore Hybrid to be Introduced by 2010

GM’s Australian subsidiary Holden is planning to launch a new hybrid version of the locally produced and developed Commodore according to General Motors Goup vice president Nick Reilly, who broke the news speaking at a quarterly strategy meeting from Holden’s Melbourne offices. “We will introduce hybrids in the next couple of years,” said General Motors group vice president Nick Reilly. When he

HSV Announces Clubsport R8 Tourer with 425Hp LS3 V8

Holden’s specialty vehicles unit – aka HSV, announced today that it will be adding a station-wagon version of the Commodore to its high-performance model line-up. Dubbed HSV Tourer, the supped up Commodore VE Sportwagon will go on sale with specifications similar to the ClubSport R8. Although HSV said that price and final specifications will be confirmed closer to start of sale, expect the Tourer

HSV Announces Clubsport R8 Tourer with 425Hp LS3 V8

Holden’s specialty vehicles unit – aka HSV, announced today that it will be adding a station-wagon version of the Commodore to its high-performance model line-up. Dubbed HSV Tourer, the supped up Commodore VE Sportwagon will go on sale with specifications similar to the ClubSport R8. Although HSV said that price and final specifications will be confirmed closer to start of sale, expect the Tourer

HSV Announces Clubsport R8 Tourer with 425Hp LS3 V8

Holden’s specialty vehicles unit – aka HSV, announced today that it will be adding a station-wagon version of the Commodore to its high-performance model line-up. Dubbed HSV Tourer, the supped up Commodore VE Sportwagon will go on sale with specifications similar to the ClubSport R8. Although HSV said that price and final specifications will be confirmed closer to start of sale, expect the Tourer

Holden Commodore 60th Anniversary Editions

Continuing its "special edition" marketing attack, Holden released details on the Commodore VE 60th Anniversary that will be available in two flavors, the Omega and the sport SS V. Starting with the V8-powered SS-V 60th Anniversary Special Edition it features new 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, a colour satellite nav, rear parking sensors, chrome surround exterior door handles, rear spoiler,

Holden Commodore 60th Anniversary Editions

Continuing its "special edition" marketing attack, Holden released details on the Commodore VE 60th Anniversary that will be available in two flavors, the Omega and the sport SS V. Starting with the V8-powered SS-V 60th Anniversary Special Edition it features new 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, a colour satellite nav, rear parking sensors, chrome surround exterior door handles, rear spoiler,

Holden Commodore 60th Anniversary Editions

Continuing its "special edition" marketing attack, Holden released details on the Commodore VE 60th Anniversary that will be available in two flavors, the Omega and the sport SS V. Starting with the V8-powered SS-V 60th Anniversary Special Edition it features new 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, a colour satellite nav, rear parking sensors, chrome surround exterior door handles, rear spoiler,

Holden Commodore 60th Anniversary Editions

Continuing its "special edition" marketing attack, Holden released details on the Commodore VE 60th Anniversary that will be available in two flavors, the Omega and the sport SS V. Starting with the V8-powered SS-V 60th Anniversary Special Edition it features new 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, a colour satellite nav, rear parking sensors, chrome surround exterior door handles, rear spoiler,

Holden Commodore 60th Anniversary Editions

Continuing its "special edition" marketing attack, Holden released details on the Commodore VE 60th Anniversary that will be available in two flavors, the Omega and the sport SS V. Starting with the V8-powered SS-V 60th Anniversary Special Edition it features new 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, a colour satellite nav, rear parking sensors, chrome surround exterior door handles, rear spoiler,

Holden Commodore 60th Anniversary Editions

Continuing its "special edition" marketing attack, Holden released details on the Commodore VE 60th Anniversary that will be available in two flavors, the Omega and the sport SS V. Starting with the V8-powered SS-V 60th Anniversary Special Edition it features new 20-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, a colour satellite nav, rear parking sensors, chrome surround exterior door handles, rear spoiler,

Holden Commodore VE Concept Cop Car With High Tech Gadgetry

As you can imagine, the Holden VE Commodore that you’re seeing in the pic isn’t your ordinary Aussie cop car. Developed by the Australian National Safety Agency in collaboration with partners including Holden, Motorola and Monash University's Accident Research Centre, the Emergency Services Concept Car features the latest in cutting-edge technology. Among other things, the Commodore cop car is

Video: Holden HSV R8 Supercharged vs BMW M3 vs Mercedes C63 AMG

While we wouldn’t mind having the keys of any of these V8-powered high-performance saloons tested by Brit car magazine, EVO, we’re curious to see how the supercharged version of the HSV Clubsport R8 (called Vauxhall VXR8 in the UK) holds up against the BMW M3 and the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. Since we don’t want to spoil any surprises, we’ll let you find out for yourselves by seeing the video.

Teenager’s Holden HSV Test Drive Goes Terribly Wrong

Story has it that a 19-year-old teenager took out a Holden VY HSV Clubsport out for a test drive from Bundoora Holden in Victoria, Australia. All was going well until the young Aussie decided to push the pedal to metal on the last corner before the Holden dealership. The teen then lost control of the supped up Commodore which took off in the air after hitting a curb. The car went through the