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Saab News Archives for January 2008

Jan 31, 2008 | Autoblog

Scratch London. Saab 9-1 concept bound for Geneva

Saab has got its work cut out for it over the next few years, as it attempts to recreate itself once again by offering a slew of new products that will hopefully differentiate it from the rest of the General's ... via Autoblog

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Related Topix: Autos

Wed Jan 30, 2008

4 Drivers Only

Cadillac Station Wagon

Filed in archive Cadillac by Jeff Bressler on January 30, 2008 This is Cadillac's first-ever station wagon, but don't expect to see it in a supermarket parking lot near you anytime soon. via 4 Drivers Only

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Related Topix: Cadillac, Saab 9-3, Autos

Tue Jan 29, 2008

Chicago Sun-Times

Favorite car status secure

Well, they've done it again. The Saab 9-3 has managed to capture the "Jill's favorite car" title for another year. via Chicago Sun-Times

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Related Topix: Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet, Saab 9-3, Pontiac, Pontiac G6, Autos

Mon Jan 28, 2008

Paddock Talk

GM Uk Fleet Sales Grow In 2007

GM Fleet saw its corporate car sales grow in 2007 with Vauxhall and Chevrolet leading the way for the organisation. via Paddock Talk

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Related Topix: Auto Dealers, Saab 9-3

Sun Jan 27, 2008

Auto Express Car News

Used values revealed

“It hasn't been on the used market for long, so values are still in their 'honeymoon' period”

Sought after year-old MINIs lose a mere 10 per cent of their value If you're thinking about buying a new car, read the figures below very carefully! They show the best and worst depreciating vehicles of 2007. via Auto Express Car News

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Related Topix: Saab 9-5

Sat Jan 26, 2008

National Post

Drives to a different beat

The Saab 9-3 is a sporty sedan that offers a European-style driving experience at a less-than-painful price Saab's faithful knows the idiosyncratic Swedish automaker inherently marches to a different beat, as ... via National Post

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3

Fri Jan 25, 2008

Mobile Magazine

Production Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Resembles Saab 9-3

It's not secret that I love the aggressive front fascia on the current generation Mitsubishi Lancer, but some people have complained that the car isn't available in hatchback form. via Mobile Magazine

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3, Mitsubishi, Mitsubishi Lancer

Thu Jan 24, 2008

BusinessWeek

2008 Saab 9-3 Convertible

The handsome new 9-3 is redesigned to offer more trunk space and seamless shifting but its high price tag undermines its appeal Likes: Convertible appeal, four-seat utility, distinctive style, room. via BusinessWeek

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Related Topix: BMW, Chrysler, Chrysler Sebring, BMW 335i, Volvo C70, Volvo, Saab 9-3, Saab 9-3 Convertible

Rocky Mount Telegram

Letter: Make Moose story a tradition

I read with great enjoyment Tyson Jones' "Tom, the Moose" Christmas story in the paper. via Rocky Mount Telegram

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Related Topix: Rocky Mount, NC, Rocky Mount Metro, Saab 9-3, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet, Mitsubishi Galant, Mitsubishi, Pontiac, Pontiac Grand Am, Opinion

Tue Jan 22, 2008

Detroit Free Press

What gives? A few burning questions

I've got questions rolling around my head today. * What's with folks who plaster dozens of stickers of all sorts on the back of their cars? Don't they know how hard it is to read them all? The messages those ... via Detroit Free Press

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3, Science / Technology

Mon Jan 21, 2008

Auto Manufacturing News

2008 Saab 9-3 Convertible Road Test

Likes: Convertible appeal, four-seat utility, distinctive style, room. Dislikes: Expensive, quirky bits, slower than the average Euro ragtop. via Auto Manufacturing News

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3 Convertible, Saab 9-3, Chrysler, Chrysler Sebring, Pontiac, Pontiac G6

Sun Jan 20, 2008

The New York Times

Saab's crossover

“There is no question in my mind that making ethanol more widely available is absolutely the most effective and environmentally sound solution”

' Saab showed its first crossover vehicle on Sunday at the Detroit Auto Show, the 9-4X BioPower. via The New York Times

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Fri Jan 18, 2008

Ottawa Citizen

Jannex Auto Sales$9,9952003 Saab 9-3

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Ltd 30 Days or 1000 km engine and transmission warranty Disclaimer: Photos, in most cases, represent the actual vehicle. via Ottawa Citizen

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Thu Jan 17, 2008

Canada.com

GM partners with biofuel company

“It's time for government to address this matter. It is eminently do-able”

General Motors has formed a partnership with a biofuels company whose patented bacteria is able to turn most forms of garbage into ethanol at cost of about $1 per gallon - less than half the current cost. via Canada.com

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Related Topix: Automakers, General Motors, Detroit, MI, Detroit Metro, Saab 9-3

Wed Jan 16, 2008

Gulf Times

New sporty Saab 9-3 launched

“The premium compact five-seater Saab 9-3 is available in three different body styles, such as Sport Sedan, SportCombi (Wagon), and Convertible”

McClure and other officials with the new Saab 9-3 at a pre-launch test-drive THE New Cars Centre launched yesterday the new Saab 9-3, described as a sporty, versatile car powered with respect for the ... via Gulf Times

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Tue Jan 15, 2008

The Detroit News

GM unveils Saab, Hummer concepts with ethanol ability

General Motors, after announcing that it was betting heavily that ethanol was the best short-term way to save fuel, unveiled the Hummer HX and Saab 9-4X, two concept cars which will offer flex-fuel motoring. via The Detroit News

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Related Topix: Automakers, General Motors, Saab Aero

Mon Jan 14, 2008

Financial Times

Saab links with Cadillac for first US-built car

“It's been the home of Saab forever”

Saab , the Swedish carmaker owned by General Motors , is to join forces with Cadillac, GM's luxury brand, to build all-wheel drive crossover vehicles in North America. via Financial Times

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Related Topix: Cadillac, Saab 9-5, Saab 9-3, Sweden, World News, Business News

Sun Jan 13, 2008

Motor Trend

First Look: Saab 9-4x BioPower concept

Real Deal: The Saab of SUVs replaces the SUV of Saab Slapping a 9-3 -style grille and mounting the ignition key on the floor of a GMC Envoy made an SUV that Saab dealers could sell as a stopgap measure against ... via Motor Trend

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Related Topix: Chevrolet, GMC Envoy, GMC, Volvo, Volvo XC90

Fri Jan 11, 2008

Softpedia

Saab 5 Screensaver

Saab 5 Screensaver description A great image slideshow for your desktop screen. In early December 2006, a Wisconsin traveling salesman donated his 1989 Saab 900 SPG to the Wisconsin Automotive Museum after ... via Softpedia

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Thu Jan 10, 2008

Trend Hunter Magazine

Leaked Photos of Swedish SUV - Saab 9-4X

You're really not supposed to be seeing these photos yet, but a German automotive site managed to get their sneaky fingers on these images of a brand new Swedish SUV. via Trend Hunter Magazine

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Auto Manufacturing News

2008 Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept

The new concept bows next week at the Detroit auto show . Earlier today a Dutch newspaper broke a worldwide embargo on the information presented here. via Auto Manufacturing News

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3

24 Hours Vancouer

We all love a good Saab story autonet

I have to admit I'm a sucker for a good Saab story, and the 2008 9.3 Aero SportCombi is a good Saab story as the company enters 60 years of auto production. via 24 Hours Vancouer

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Wed Jan 09, 2008

Speed Channel

Saab Introduces 9-4X Small SUV

De la Rosa and Kovalainen sharing car on first day. Provoq Previews Cadillac BRX Concept shown at Vegas features E-Flex powertrain. via Speed Channel

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3, Detroit, MI, Detroit Metro

Tue Jan 08, 2008

Autoblog

Officially Official: Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept for real this time

“It is also an important next step in our plans to enter new market segments with distinctive product offerings.”

The 9-4x is badged as a concept, but the reality is that we will see new CUV probably sometime in 2009. via Autoblog

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Related Topix: Cadillac, Saturn, Saturn VUE, Mercedes-Benz

Irish Independent

Cadillac BLS Wagon: An imitation of luxury

The US, you might think, is the land of the station wagon. At least it was until the SUV came along. via Irish Independent

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Related Topix: Sweden, World News, Cadillac, Cadillac CTS, Saab 9-3

Mon Jan 07, 2008

The Local - Sweden's News in English

Saab sales stuck in reverse

“Our order books look good coming into 2008. We are hoping for at least the same level as 2007”

Sales of Saab cars fell to their second lowest level since 2000 last year, with 125,015 vehicles sold worldwide. via The Local - Sweden's News in English

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3

Sat Jan 05, 2008

NH Broadcaster

Acura TL Type S takes midsize luxury to the next step

Here's a bit of irony that always strikes me when dealing with midsize sport-luxury cars: Everything in this class is good. via NH Broadcaster

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Related Topix: Acura, Audi A6, Saab 9-5, Audi, Volvo S60, Volvo, BMW 5 Series, BMW, Cadillac, Cadillac STS

Fri Jan 04, 2008

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Savage: Aero loads power into elegant package

Dressed in black, looking sleek and fast, Saab's 9-3 Aero Sport Sedan was indeed ready for a good time. via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Related Topix: Saab 9-3

Austin American-Statesman

Saab sports wagon no poky puppy

Brag all you want about hot V-6 and V-8s, but when it comes to sheer exhilaration in everyday driving, I'll take a turbo any time. via Austin American-Statesman

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Related Topix: Volkswagen, Volkswagen Jetta, BMW 5 Series, BMW, Volvo, Saab 9-3, Volvo S80, Autos

Tue Jan 01, 2008

Car Junky

The Saab 9-1

Once the province of economy cars and dominated by Japanese imports, compact cars are starting to make a slow comeback in North America. via Car Junky

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Related Topix: Saab Aero, BMW

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