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Saab Officially Sells to Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co

admin — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:54:51 +0000

Drumroll please…Ladies and gentlemen – your FUTURE Saab asset owners are the one, the only – Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. This deal, made official yesterday and made public just last night, was for the ownership of assets such as the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 from General Motors to BAIC.

This news comes from the Swedish business newspaper Dagens Industri – Chinese automaker Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. (BAIC, as the kids are calling it) has paid $197 million for the rights to the 9-5 model as well as some technology from the 9-3.

This amount affords Saab/GM only three more months of operating funds. As we reported earlier in the week, The General is still talking with Dutch automaker Spyker to purchase Saab. If a buyer isn’t found, GM will simply close Saab down for good.

2010 Saab 9-5 is Ready for Frankfurt

admin — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:44:37 +0000

Saab’s been through a lot this past year – sold off to Koenigsegg, struggled through a poor world economy, and researching new designs. Now all their patience will turn to perseverance as they bring 2010′s Saab 9-5 to the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show.

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Based on a sportier version of GM’s Epsilon II platform, the new 9-5 rides on a 111.8″ wheelbase, which should offer plenty of room in the passenger compartment. The increase in room also extends to the truck, where cargo capacity measures a healthy 18.11 cubic feet.

Engine options will include a three turbocharged petrol units: a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 160hp, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 210hp, and a 2.8-liter V6 with 300hp. Diesel power will be provided by two 2.0-liter units which will produce 160 hp and 190 hp. Eventually a petrol-electric hybrid is expected, as is a biofuel model. Look for the new Saab 9-5 sedan to go on sale in Europe in April 2010, with a base price around €35,000.

2010 Saab 9-5 Official Release

admin — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:47:15 +0000

It looks like 2010 will be a very good year at Saab – as the new 9-5 sedan has finally been released. Well, at least the official images have been made public. 2010′s Saab 9-5 will be on sale across the pond in Spring of that year, and hopefully on North American soil around the same time. Saab based the vehicle on GM’s Epsilon II platform – and rides on a 111″ wheelbase, which offers plenty of passenger space.

Saab’s 9-5 will include three engine options (in Europe) – a turbocharged a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 160 hp, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 210 hp, and a 2.8-liter V6 with 300 hp. There will also be a diesel motor overseas, they love the D over there. How about a gas-electric hybrid or biofuel model in its future? Possibly – stay tuned.

Inside and out, 2010′s Saab features new, almost BMW/Mercedes inspired designs. The rear slopes down on a more opened angle than previous Saab cars, and the instrument panel lights up and jumps at you like a holographic screen. Harman Kardon audio system, keyless entry, and 8-inch Panasonic navigation system are also standard. Get ready to pay €35,000 UK for the car once it appears on dealer lots – no word yet on USA pricing.

2010 Brings Us An All New 9-5

admin — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 22:41:24 +0000

Just when you thought it might have been all over for the world’s automotive industry Saab has released some very interesting photographs of 2010′s Saab 9-5 facelift. This possible reincarnation of the classic Saab looks more like something out of Minority Report than a car company.

The vehicle will be outfitted with an all new Cross Wheel Drive for optimum handling and suspension. The all new SAAB 9-5 will have its public unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.