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The article presents information on the 977 hectares, Lang Lang proving ground for automobile testing, purchased by Holden Ltd. in 1955, situated 95 kilometers south east of Melbourne, Victoria. It states that, twice a year, the security staff checks all the 13 kilometers of the perimeter fence of the ground. It also mentions about the belief of wildlife existence in the ground. It talks about the five-kilometer loop that was designed to achieve 280-290 km/hr speed.

With its 48-215 hauling Holden Ltd. into market leadership for the first time in 1951and still having not quite eliminated a waiting list that at one time totalled 40,000 orders Holden completely rejected any stories about its mooted upcoming replacement model. However, the only logical local targets as the source of such scoops were Australia's only manufacturer, Holden and the less-tempting local assemblers of imported components Ford, Rootes Group, British Motor Corp., Australian Motor Industries and Volkswagen.

Recounts the performance of Holden Ltd.'s racing team at the 1969 Bathurst Island automobile racing event in the Northwest Territories. Features of Holden racing automobiles used in the race; Challenges encountered by the team; Event highlights.

Opinion. Comments on the automobiles which Holden have manufactured over the years for the Australian market. Year in which the EH automobile was manufactured; Model which came after the EH; How the HQ model broke many of General Motors design rules; Impression of the VT Commodore.

The article focuses on the failure of the Australian automobile industry in importing Beijing Automobile Works' Beijing BJ222 and comments on the over-spending by Australian government to save the GM Holden Ltd. In 1987, BJ222 became the first Chinese vehicle to land in Australia but due to bureaucracy, its maker Beijing Automobile Works' plans could not be realized. It also comments on the excess money being spent by the Australian government and the taxpayers to save Holden from bankruptcy.

The article provides information on the GM Holden Ltd.'s launch of the first Commodore, the VB, in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory in October 1978. It describes the events that took place during the launch including the security obstacles faced by GM Holden's assistant chief engineer Peter Hanenberger. It is also stated that the drive program was from Canberra out to Wee Jasper and back via Tumut, New South Wales.

The article discusses the revolutionary history on the development of the Holden Hurricane car from Holden Ltd. According to the author, the car unveiled in nay 1969 has been treated like a demented old thing in the modern generation. It states that the said automobile was the first product of Holden's then-new Research and Development department.

The article focuses on the conflict between automobile manufacturer GM Holden Ltd. and the media over the publication of "scoop" information in Australia. The conflict started in 1983 when the magazine "Car Graphic" ran a story about Holden's testing of Nissan's 3.0-litre for its Skyline automobile. Several Australian magazines picked up the story and Holden responded by issuing injunctions against the four media groups. The automobile company even threatens journalists with legal action.

More equipment are going into small cars and importers would allow prices to creep up towards $22,000. Despite the much stronger Australian dollar and a further 2.5 percent cut in import duty on January 1, the only company to cut prices was Holden Ltd. with its revised Barina and the way-overpriced Vectra. Even Hyundai Motor Co. has stopped its driveaway offers and got out of the cheap car bizzo, preferring to add specification. Meanwhile, Ford Motor Co.'s Ka has finally vanished from the market, following the demise of the Cougar and Mustang.

Reports on Australia-based car company Holden's plan to release its Cruze automobile as of July 27, 2001. Marketing research conducted by the company regarding the car; Price; Similar automobiles offered by Holden's rivals.

Reports that Australian car manufacturer Holden is attempting to draw attention away from the launch of the AU Falcon from Ford Motor Co. in August of 1998 with changes and new editions of its own cars. Holden releasing the first side-impact airbags on a car made in Australia; Launch of the medium-sized Vectra; Holden succeeding in taking the cyclical advantage away from Ford; Comments from Holden's manager for safety engineering, Laurie Sparke.

Focuses on the four big automakers in Australia, Ford, Toyota, Mitsubishi and Holden, as of June, 1997. Toyota's expectations to be in the black by the end of 1997; Sales and marketing for all four companies; The impact of the Productivity Commission inquiry into vehicle tariffs after 2000; The fate of the government and business fleet markets; New products from each company; Toyota's all new Camry; Mitsubishi's updated Magna; Ford's revised Falcon; The all-new VT Commodore sedan from Holden.

Focuses on the battle between Ford and Holden for top spot in the fleet and leasing market. Ford leading Holden as of August 1996; Dealer stocks starting to mount up; Most sales going to fleets; Comments of Holden CEO Bill Hamel; Holden's release of a full range of new Astras; Competition from Mitsubishi, Toyota, and others; Business and government fleets showing no signs of swinging towards the small, cheap imports.

Features the latest models of automobiles released by Ford and Holden in Australian market. Ford's Fairlane Ghia, LTD and EF Falcon models; Holden's Statesman, Caprice and Commodore models; Designs; Interiors; Mechanical improvements; Accessories; Prices.

Reports on developments related to the automobile industry in Australia as of October 27, 2000. Toyota's regaining of the market leadership; Sales performance of car models introduced by Toyota; Comparison with Holden and other car companies.

Features Peter Hanenberger, chairman and managing director of Australia-based automobile firm Holden. Career background; Focus on the company's car design facility.

Reports on the acquisitions of the United States-based General Motors Corp. (GM) and Ford Motor Co. in Asia. Japanese car manufacturers in which GM has stakes; Competition between the two US companies for the acquisition of South Korea's Daewoo Motor Corp.; Holden Ltd.'s role in the Australian car industry reshuffle.

Focuses on Australia-based car company Holden's automobile exports business in the Middle East as of November 26, 1999. Sales performance of the car models being exported by the company; Company's plan to expand its business operations in the region.

Discusses the plan of Australian carmaker Holden Ltd. to produce the Commodore coupe for the Asian market. Holden's task of developing a small, inexpensive car for General Motors; The need for export potential in order for the project to go forward.

Presents information on the market for four-wheel drive vehicles in Australia as of February 1999 and the success of the Isuzu-build Frontera wagons being sold by Holden dealerships. Market supported by the sales of the Honda CR-V, the Subaru Forester and others; Australians' buying 4WD wagons in record numbers; Isuzu-General Motors having a good year in Australia; Details on their relationship with Holden.

Reports on Holden's introduction of the Astra automobile into the Australian market. Models; Price; Features; Market shares of other automobiles.