Just three years after the end of manufacturing in Australia, the Holden brand will be "retired" from sales in Australia and New Zealand and local design and engineering operations will wind down by 2020. General Motors International Operations Senior Vice President Julian Blissett said GM had taken the difficult decision after implementing and considering numerous options to maintain and turn around Holden operations. SUPPLIED Former Holden NZ managing director Kristian Aquilina is interim MD of Holden Australia. Holden will provide servicing and spare parts for at least 10 years, through national aftersales networks in Australia and New Zealand. As required, Holden and its aftersales network will also continue to handle any recalls or safety-related issues if they arise, working with the appropriate governmental agencies

Source: Stuff February 17, 2020 02:37 UTC