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Saab Automobile

Saab Automobile
Company nameSaab Automobile AB
Company typeAktiebolag
IndustryAutomotive
FoundedTrollhättan, Sweden (1937)
Founder(s)Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget
HeadquartersTrollhättan, Sweden
Area servedWorldwide
Key peopleJan-Åke Jonsson (CEO)
Victor Muller (Chairman)
ProductsAutomobiles
RevenueSEK 6.080 billion (2009)
Operating income(+) SEK 3.670 billion (2009)
Net income(+) SEK 3.929 billion (2009)
Employees3,355 (2009)
ParentSpyker Cars N.V.

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Saab Automobile AB, better known as Saab (-enˈsɑːb, or SAAB, an acronym for Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget), is a Swedish car manufacturer owned by Dutch automobile manufacturer Spyker Cars NV. It is the exclusive automobile Royal Warrant holder as appointed by the King of Sweden. Since its inception, Saab has been known for innovation, pioneering significant advancements in ergonomics, green technology, safety and turbocharging. Originally the automobile manufacturing division of Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget ( ), later known as Saab AB, Saab Automobile was acquired by General Motors in 1990 who sold it to Spyker Cars in 2010.

Saab Automobile Video

Get this song on iTunes! itunes.apple.com ------------ A song in support of Saab Automobile - my favorite car company! This song was written to inspire Saab fans worldwide to fight for their favorite brand as times were tough. And fight we all did, AND WE WON! :-) www.davidblumbergmusic.com ----------- Video material taken from Saab and other sources. If you feel I've infringed on copyright I do apologize, as this was not my intention. My wish is simply to honour the best car company in the world. The title was inspired by the signatures "cowboy up" and "viking up" used by various commentators on saabsunited.com. ----------- Make a left Make a right Come on baby Don't you see that We'll be alright You just gotta fight and Ooh we're gonna make it Take a left Take a right Don't you let it die There's not a good reason why The future will fly And ooh we're gonna make it We're gonna make it (Griffin up, griffin up) You're not gonna break it (Griffin up, griffin up) Buckel up Take a seat Feel the world Around you Passing under your feet You gotta believe that Ooh we're gonna make it Griffin up Move your mind Pedal to the metal Leave the General behind 'cause It's your time to shine And ooh we're gonna make it We are the ones We won't give up Until the fire is back We are the ones We won't give up You better pack your bags
3.85 min. | 4.81 user rating		 The new 9-4X brings unique Saab design and engineering values to the growing mid-size crossover segment. With distinctive Scandinavian and aircraft-inspired looks, it also offers car-like handling and ride characteristics that challenge class benchmarks. Making its world premiere at next month's Los Angles Auto Show, the 9-4X expands Saab's product portfolio to three car lines and will provide a fresh, alternative choice for independently-minded crossover buyers. It is an important next-step in the Swedish brand's renaissance as an independent premium car manufacturer. Muscular and sporty to drive, the 9-4X is aligned in looks and size between the 9-3X all-rounder and new 9-5 sedan. Outside and inside, it communicates its Saab identity with clean, uncluttered design and signature motifs, such as its wraparound-effect windshield, ice block lighting theme, driver-focused cockpit and flexible cargo handling. In true Saab tradition, the 9-4X delivers on its sporty persona. It is configured around a unique, purpose-designed crossover body structure, which has been key to delivering its exceptional handling and ride properties. Car-like driving dynamics are supported by Saab's advanced all-wheel-drive system, Saab XWD, and DriveSense adaptive chassis control. Under the hood, nestles a choice of compact and efficient V6 engines, naturally-aspirated or turbocharged. The 265 hp, 3.0-liter motor for the entry-level model features direct fuel injection and variable valve timing <b>...</b>
2.05 min. | 5.0 user rating		 GM finally made the decision to sell SAAB Automobile... hope nothing else happens now...
2.47 min. | 5.0 user rating		 The new 9-4X brings unique Saab design and engineering values to the growing mid-size crossover segment. With distinctive Scandinavian and aircraft-inspired looks, it also offers car-like handling and ride characteristics that challenge class benchmarks. Making its world premiere at next month's Los Angles Auto Show, the 9-4X expands Saab's product portfolio to three car lines and will provide a fresh, alternative choice for independently-minded crossover buyers. It is an important next-step in the Swedish brand's renaissance as an independent premium car manufacturer. Muscular and sporty to drive, the 9-4X is aligned in looks and size between the 9-3X all-rounder and new 9-5 sedan. Outside and inside, it communicates its Saab identity with clean, uncluttered design and signature motifs, such as its wraparound-effect windshield, ice block lighting theme, driver-focused cockpit and flexible cargo handling. In true Saab tradition, the 9-4X delivers on its sporty persona. It is configured around a unique, purpose-designed crossover body structure, which has been key to delivering its exceptional handling and ride properties. Car-like driving dynamics are supported by Saab's advanced all-wheel-drive system, Saab XWD, and DriveSense adaptive chassis control. Under the hood, nestles a choice of compact and efficient V6 engines, naturally-aspirated or turbocharged. The 265 hp, 3.0-liter motor for the entry-level model features direct fuel injection and variable valve timing <b>...</b>
0.42 min. | 4.0 user rating		 More news and videos on www.youcarpress.com [02-Mar-2010] Saab Automobile attends Geneva only days after its future as an independent premium car-maker was secured following the completion of its purchase from General Motors by Spyker Cars NV This transaction signals the start of an exciting new era for the brand with the launch of three new products including the new 9-5 sedan planned over the next 16 months. Spyker Cars NV the Amsterdam Euronext-listed parent company - is committed to securing Saab's future success under the direction of Saab Automobile CEO Jan Ake Jonsson and the current management team.
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Saab présente, lors du salon de l'automobile de Genève, la 9-5 Estate, la version break. Ce modèle ne dénote pas du look Saab. Le volume du coffre peut être augmenté en rabattant les sièges.
1.12 min. | 4.0 user rating		 Tomas Ledin blir den svenska skivindustrins omslagspojke i sommar. För Sverige är det ett unikt samarbete som inleds när Volvo och SAAB åker med popikonen på hans sommarturné, och marknadsför sina bilar i direkt anslutning till Ledins konserter. Totalt kommer det göras 22 konserter i norden. 17 i Sverige, en i Finland och tre i Norge. För platser och turnédatum se www.tomasledin.com
2.98 min. | 5.0 user rating		 The Saab Automobile Boston-Power Electric Vehicle Partnership
7.57 min. | 5.0 user rating		 A video tribute to Saab that i made. Enjoy! Rate and Comment! I had to replace the music because of some stupid copyright issue. The original song was "Shinedown - Call Me"
3.17 min. | 5.0 user rating		 Saab Automobile Restarts Production At the Factory
2.43 min. | 4.88 user rating

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Saab unveils jet-like midsize 9-4X crossover - USA Today Tweet this news
USA Today--"The 9-4X significantly broadens the appeal of the Saab brand," says -Saab Automobile- CEO Jan Åke Jonsson, "It gives us entry to the fast-growing crossover ... - Date : Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:47:26 GMT+00:00
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Spyker ownership (2010-present) :
Country Cars (2010) Cars (2009) Cars (2008) Cars (2007) Models
Sweden
Trollhättan		 32,048 20,950 75,073 102,915 9-3 Sedan, Wagon, and Convertible, 9-5 Sedan and Wagon
Mexico
Ramos Arizpe		 0 98 0 0 9-4x (Q2 2011)
Total 32,048 20,905 89,086 125,397

Saab Automobile

Current ownerSpyker Cars N.V.
Previous ownersSaab (1947 �1969) * Saab-Scania (1969 �1989) * General Motors (1989-2010)
Current modelsSaab 9-3 * Saab 9-3X * Saab 9-5
Future modelsSaab 9-4X * Saab 9-1X
CancelledSaab 9-6X
HistoricSaab 92 * Saab 93 * Saab Sonett * Saab GT750 * Saab Sport * Saab Formula Junior * Saab 95 * Saab 96 * Saab Sonett * Saab 600 * Saab 99 * Saab 90 * Saab 900 * Saab 9000 * Saab 900 (NG) * Saab 9-2X * Saab 9-7X
Concept carsHistoric: Saab Quantum * Saab 98 * Saab EV-1
Recent: Saab 9-X * Saab 9-3X * Saab Sport Hatch * Saab Aero-X * Saab 9-X Biohybrid * Saab 9-X Air
PrototypesHistoric: Saab 92001 * Saab Toad * Saab Catherina * Saab Daihatsu
Recent: Saab 900 Aero * Saab 9-5 Aero BioPower * Saab 9-3 BioPower Hybrid Convertible
EnginesSaab two-stroke * Ford Taunus V4 engine * Triumph Slant-4 * Saab B engine * Saab H engine * Saab V8

Saab, road car timeline, 1950 �1979 * next »Saab early timeline
Type 1950s 1960s 1970s
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Compact 92 93 95/96
99
Mid-size 900
GT GT Sport
Sport 94 97/Sonett

« previous * Saab, road car timeline, 1980s �presentSaab automobiles
Type 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
Compact 600*
99 90 9-2X
Mid-size 900 900 9-3 9-3
Convertible 900 900 9-3 9-3
Executive 9000 9-5 9-5
SUV 9-7X 9-4X
*Rebadged Lancia model



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