GM's decision to withdraw its Holden brand in Australia and New Zealand has forced Smallbone Ltd to close its Timaru dealership. South Canterbury is feeling the knock-on effects of the General Motors' decision to retire the Holden brand in New Zealand and Australian markets. Smallbone Limited will close its Holden Timaru dealership over the next three months, its chairman has said. Bejon Haswell/Stuff The closure of Smallbone Timaru is being blamed on GM's decision to end the Holden brand. The decision to close its Timaru dealership has no impact on Smallbone's Ashburton operation and services, Carr said.

Source: Stuff March 18, 2020 18:00 UTC