The Beginning

Holden has a come a long way since it has become a subsidiary of General Motors in 1931. As the maker of Australia’s top cars such as the Holden Maloo, it has since created some of the most unforgettable automobiles in history. The introduction of Japanese cars in the market did not dampen its already successful line of top quality automobiles. On the other hand, it has acknowledged the importance of the Asian car market and dipped into it by holding part ownership of Daewoo, a South Korean car manufacturer, in behalf of General Motors. Manufactured and engineered in Australia, Holden automobiles have a wide range of vehicle models that would definitely appeal to the car enthusiast in you.

Holden Motors are more popularly known for its wide array of domestic touring car racing models such as the Holden Maloo and the Holden Commodore. Along with Ford Falcon, these Holden models have been staples in V8 Supercar racing. These models have also been modified as high performance vehicles to suit the competition’s needs. V8 Supercar racing is Australia’s answer to Formula 1 racing. It enjoys a considerable following in Australia and New Zealand, attracting more participants as far as Abu Dhabi. V8 Supercars participate in 100 to 1000km races. The cars have to be modified to withstand either sprint or endurance race formats but according to motorsport application. This is to keep the competition more exciting by giving the drivers an even footing.

A Class on Its Own

The Holden Group is known as the premier source of top quality Australian made cars. As an example, the Holden Maloo produced by Holden Special Vehicles is a top choice when it comes to high performance coupe utility. Since its introduction in the market in October 1990, it has spawned many great and memorable models such as the Maloo R8, the world’s fastest production pickup truck at 271km per hour. Taken after the more famous Ute model, other models have also been introduced to the market in the 1990’s namely the VP, VR, VS, and VU series. To keep up the time, Holden remodeled the earlier Maloo series and increase their power and engine capabilities. Thus the birth of the Y, Z, and E series; the latter known as the Maloo R8, the 6 liter and 07 kW (412 hp)-power mega coupe utility vehicle hailed by car lovers all over the world.

The Holden Maloo has come a long way from its humble origin as a pickup or utility vehicle. Australians have proven without a doubt that they could make something out of what could have been an ordinary day to day vehicle such as a pick up truck that you could take to a race. It places well between the more bulky and spacious American cars and the compact and practical Japanese cars. You can take it to a leisurely cruise on the countryside and not worry about bumps along the way. Surely, General Motors did a good job in creating a top class car with a touch of Australian genius.