Holden's flagship Commodore brand reaches the end of the road

Holden throws the Commodore overboard, ending the flagship nameplate in Australia after 42 years as the carmaker switches focus to SUVs and utes.

Over the past four decades, the Holden Commodore established itself as one of Australia's most-loved vehicles — but the car has now reached the end of its road.Despite declining sales, the decision has shocked many car loversHolden ended its Australian manufacturing operations

It was an unassuming end for a car that once boasted annual sales of more than 200,000, becoming the nation's best-selling car for 15 consecutive years. "The decision to retire the Commodore nameplate has not been taken lightly by those who understand and acknowledge its proud heritage."

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