Ferntree Gully Holden

Hybrid Commodore by 2010

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:21:49 GMT

The introduction of a petrol-electric Commodore in response to worldwide environmental concerns will help secure the position of the Australian-made car as the brand’s most popular vehicle.

Hybrid engines can reduce fuel consumption by up to 50% by using a regular petrol engine combined with an electric motor.

The proposed hybrid is likely to arrive in dealerships within two years and is expected to be just the start of things in a wider plan to bring greater efficiency to the Holden range.

Speaking of the proposed plans, General Motors group vice president Nick Reilly said, ‘That could be one of the first hybrids you could see [in Australia from GM]. I would put a time frame on that of probably a couple of years.’

‘We will bring in a full range of things over the next couple of years. I think there should be a range of solutions. I wouldn’t be putting all our eggs in the hybrid basket.’

Diesel fans will be happy too, with talk of a diesel powered Commodore in the pipeline: ‘We don’t yet have a diesel Commodore but that will come,’ confirms ReillyEver the technological innovators, Holden have aimed to move with today’s green-focused times by offering environmentally sound vehicle choices, but will continue to focus on their current performance market too.

‘We’re going to stay very strong in those things [performance cars], because you don’t wipe out a love and a heritage for those type of vehicles,’ says Reilly. ‘And it’s what we know a lot of people in Australia enjoy.’

We have helped raise $61,000 for the Royal Children's Hospital

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:21:49 GMT

Ferntree Gully Holden, in a joint effort with the Melbourne Holden Dealers Association, has raised a staggering $61,000 for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal by auctioning a brand new Holden Sportwagon which was donated by Holden.

The newly released VE Commodore SS V-Series Sportwagon in Phantom Metallic was won by a long-time and valued customer of Ferntree Gully Holden, Sonya Causer, who submitted the highest bid.

The Good Friday Appeal online auction, which is just one part of an ongoing mission to raise crucial funds to ensure all children with life threatening illnesses receive the best possible care, has raised a total of $127,170 for 2008 so far.

The amount raised by all lines of fundraising for the charity throughout Victoria totals $3,100,170 for 2008 so far.

Ferntree Gully Holden is thrilled to be a part of such a worthwhile cause and we thank Sonya for her donation and hope she enjoys her new Sportwagon for years to come.

Astra CTDi wagen - Holden is expanding the range to include a diesel model

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:21:49 GMT

The Astra 1.9-litre turbo diesel wagon has a sequentiall-shift six-speed automatic transmission which returns a fuel consumption figure of 7.1L/100km.

While the engine produces 280Nm of torque at 2000rpm, power peaks at 88kW at 3500rpm.

Available in seven stunning colours, including Pannacotta metallic, Power Red and Black Sapphire metallic, the diesel Astra wagon has 16-inch alloys, fog lights, cruise control, semi-automated climate control and a trip computer as standard.

A multitude of safety features also appear as standard with dual front and dual side-impact airbags, curtain airbags, ESP, traction control, ABS/EBD and Brake Assist.

To find out more contact the dealership today.

Holden’s Epcia diesel is a four star winner

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:21:49 GMT

The Epica is absolutely packed with safety features that you’ll want on your side should you have an accident.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Traction Control System (TCS) and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) all feature in the Epica.

Also present is dual front, side impact and curtain airbags along with a collapsible steering wheel and safety cell and crumple zone.

To find out more or arrange a test drive call the sales team at Ferntree Gully Holden on 9753 1222.