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GM Holden

Father of the Monaro to retire from GM

Former GM Holden chief designer Michael Simcoe, who led the creation of the VT and VE Commodore and the 2001 Monaro Coupe, will step down from his role as GM Global Design vice president on July 1, 2025. Simcoe will retire after a 42-year career with the company.

Former Holden chair now running Canada

The former managing director and chair of GM Holden Australia and New Zealand, Kristian Aquilina continues to climb the corporate ladder at General Motors with his elevation to GM Canada president and managing director.