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It was founded in 1856 in Adelaide, Australia and was a manufacture of saddles. In 1908 the moved into manufacturing automobiles. In 1931 they became a subsidiary of General Motors and were called General Motors-Holden's-Ltd. In 1998 they became Holden Ltd. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holden
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What is the oldest car company in American?
—Opel is the second oldest founded company in GM, after Holden which was founded in 1856
When was the Holden invented?
Holden was founded in 1856 as a saddlery company by the man named James Alexander Holden. It was only in 1931 when Holden was bought by GM that it started to manufacture automotive products. Then in 1948 the Holden was launched although officially designated "48-215", the car was marketed simply as the "Holden".
When was Holden founded?
GM Holden Ltd., known as Holden, was founded in South Australia in 1856 as a saddlery manufacturer. James Alexander Holden emigrated to South Australia from England in 1852 and established J.A. Holden & Co. in Adelaide in 1856.
Which country produced the Holden Car?
Holden is produced by Australia, its headquarters is in Port Melbourne in the state of Victoria. The company was founded by James Alexander Holden in 1856, originally a saddlery manufacturer. There is a rivalry in Australia between Holden and Ford and drivers tend to be fiercely loyal to one or the other.
How did Holden originate?
GM Holden Ltd., known as Holden, was founded in South Australia in 1856 as a saddlery manufacturer. James Alexander Holden emigrated to South Australia from England in 1852 and established J.A. Holden & Co. in Adelaide in 1856.Holden moved into the automotive field in 1908 making minor repairs to car upholstery. In 1913 they began to manufacture motorcycle sidecars. In 1917 they began producing vehicle body shells and, in 1919, a new company, Holden's Motor Body Builders Ltd. was founded, specializing in car bodies.
Where do holden cars originated?
holden is general motors sister company in Australia.
Does Australia have a car company?
Holden is Australia's car company.
What is the meaning of the name Holden?
I believe it was named after the founder of the company, William C Holden. Holden is now the Australian division of GM.
When was the Holden Commodore first manufactured?
The Holden Commodore was first manufactured in 1978. It is interesting to note the Holden company is a part of the GM corporation with the Holden part being in Australia.
Is it better to say a company was founded - or - a company was born - or a company was begun?
A company was founded sounds better.
What car company does Australia manufacture?
The company is Holden, owned by General Motors
In which country is the holden car company based?
Australia
