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 Strange beast - Saab car standard was originally built to military aircraft, Saab crowned with a half eagle, half lion monster designs convey a guard for the war, and a defense of the power of attitude. After World War II, Saab aircraft of its manufacturing technology and experience to move to the ground, began producing cars. Saab 1968 car models people understand pictures of the Saab brand to understand or two, because the flow along the car brand is not just the body gasoline, aviation kerosene was instilled into every car on the Saab. Not only that, the Saab was the first application of the turbocharger to the car manufacturers ... ... Saab is a respectable car brand, its body Not only have many legends, Bo (full name SvenskaAeroplanAktiebolaget, means that the Swedish Aircraft Company) was originally a military aircraft manufacturing company, was established in April 1937 .1944 *, the Saab after careful study, decided to revamp its aircraft production line for automobile production, and aircraft manufacturing technology and experience used in automotive production, the lateral thinking, exploration and innovation, and inspiration with the ability of other industries, constitute the manufacture of Saab tradition, has created a world-renowned personality in future automotive brand. in early 1946, Saab's first The prototype design is complete automotive a92.001. At the time, sent a Saab aircraft engineers from the 15 development team, member of the Sixten Sason sketched out the first prototype of the Saab 92.001, and by virtue of the design is the most outstanding in Sweden industrial designers of .1946 in April, Saab 92.001 prototype Trollhattan, Sweden, entered the test phase, 11 months to ready to go. But the Saab 92.001 prototype test was conducted in secret, so until June 10, 1947, Saab car before formal public of 92.002 to the world. at the time the car has been fully reflected in the driver's driving philosophy at the core, very aerodynamic, and its only 0.32 drag coefficient is still very competitive even today. to the end of 1949, Saab began mass production of cars. Saab 92 standard and luxury to simplify the process, are used as the body color of green moss. Since 1950 , in Sweden can be seen on the streets has been Saab's presence. Meanwhile, the Saab is also the Scandinavian countries began exporting cars in exchange for raw materials and various equipment. may be rooted in the Nordic nation's blood , the Saab can not resist the temptation to build a sports car, to the late 20th century, 50, has introduced six popular sports car and rally in the international arena has attracted worldwide attention. for the first time to participate in the Monte Carlo Rally Saab to send two cars to participate in, the driver for the Saab chief engineer Rolf, and his partner Gelin Ta is a legendary female pilot. both cars are the successful completion of the final game, Rolf made the first 69, while the women ranked No. 8 Gelin Ta, a total score of the first 55. This is not anything impressive record, but it is followed by a series of brilliant achievements Saab started. Through continuous testing and efforts to Saab at the end of the year finally won a major tournament in Sweden, Rolf won the championship, and Gelin Ta also meet with the team, scores on the team was also defeated in the famous Porsche fleet .1952, Gelin Ta won the Monte Carlo Rally winner of the women. Throughout the 20th century, 50 years, Saab in Sweden and the European team all the limelight on the rally, made a brilliant success. to the same period, Saab launched a new car Model Saab 93, the 748 ml volume scan F 3-cylinder engine can generate 24 kilowatts of output power, using a new grille and a new suspension design, also used a new round of platform style, gradually replacing 92 to become masters of Saab Saab models. to the next 956 years, Saab's other super sports cars available, open-top two-seater, light fiberglass body mounted on the frame above the total of such models production of the six, five surviving so far, two saved in the Saab Museum. these two models after the release of the exhibition in New York and began selling in 1956, Saab winter rally victory in the U.S. , is the Saab 93 in the United States to immediately become very hot. different periods of rapid development stage of Saab Saab models picture the history of the explosive sales growth in 1957, when total sales of the 1410 Saab Saab 93 models, vehicle production increased by 14%. to the end of 1959, Saab 93 12 000 vehicles travel across the ocean to the United States, the United States to become the largest overseas export market for Saab. 1957 Saab Saxomat also appeared on the automatic clutch new technologies, all of the overseas market for the Saab hit a shot in the arm. In the ensuing two years, Saab has introduced 93 Granturismo 750 Saab cars and Saab 95 station wagon versions. which, Sa Bo 95 of this station wagon with a unique folding 3rd row seat can be designed so that the new car to become one of the true seven cars. 1960 Saab 96 models to meet formally with the consumer, it major change in its strong set of new engines, from the launch of the 20th century to dominate the sales market for Saab 60's: plans to increase production capacity by 30,000 to a year, but actual production reached a record 50,000 .20 century and early 60s, Saab continues the rally in the world fame, obtained excellent results for their brand of elegance. in the United Kingdom RAC Rally and Saab on the Monte Carlo Rally, the team achieved a comprehensive victory .1962 year, Saab will also be equipped with seat belts included in the standard list. Saab 96 Saab special version of a sports car engine with a 841 ml, maximum power can reach 38 kW, front-wheel disc brakes system, which appeared in 1962 in Stockholm Motor Show in spring. In the 1963 Saab models, provide the first split dual circuit brake system .1964 on April 2, the birth of the new Saab 99 , 1965 Saab Monte Carlo Saab 850 is the latest version of .1966 sports series, the Saab first introduced in the first four; medium-range engines. a Ford-made engines in the Saab 96 V4 and 95 above and the rapid commercialization of models, while tension has appeared over the stadium. the 20th century, the Saab 60's are the cause of the development stage, in order to continue to expand U.S. market share, Saab has developed a product called Sonett, , the two-seater sports car. Saab 96 models used in the second; medium-range aircraft engines have been replaced by .1969 in V4 Saab and Swedish truck and bus manufacturer Scania Group merger , greatly increasing the car's development capacity. New Group encompasses almost all models of development. the subsequent launch of Saab 99 2-liter engine appeared on the equipment, the Saab factory in Finland began to assemble CKD manner Saab . 1970's Sonett 111 off the assembly line at this time, the former light scrubbing is used as new equipment has also been put into use. Thus, the Saab vehicle from the beginning of 1949, production has exceeded 500,000 .1971 models appear heated front seats, electric driver, self-repairing bumpers and other safety measures, for the first time Saab has won international safety awards. Saab 99 with the electronically controlled fuel injection systems, and Saab's first automatic transmission, not only in the family car areas in the game, Saab is fame. StigBlomqvist contest to win two championships: the Swedish Rally and the RAC contest. This is the sixth time it has won the Swedish Rally Champion, and is the seventh won the first prize .1972 Saab models Saab 99 car won the Swedish title of the Year. During this period, the cause of the rapid development of Saab cars, new cars Saab 99EMS family of 99-type building blocks .1974 Saab 99 Series models range from two door, 3 door hatchback 4-door sedan to a variety of models. Saab family getting big. Saab (contains Saab Saab cars in the Nordic origin) originated in the Swedish aircraft company, originally founded in 1937 4 months, the main products are military aircraft, has a deep origin of aviation technology. No. 2 after the outbreak of World War II in 1944, Saab After careful study, decided to revamp its aircraft production line for auto production, this historic decision created future, a world-renowned brands. The first prototype car is a 15 aircraft engineers completed development team. Sixten Sason become a key member of this group, he outlines the new Saab models at Sweden in the future as the most prominent industrial designer. April 1946, Saab 92.00l No. prototype being tested at 11 months to have been gearing up to meet the world's judge. prototype test conducted in secret, Until 1947, June 10, Saab 92 car No. 002 was only made public. Saab 92, Saab 002, 91 in the production of single-engine two-seat propeller aircraft and aircraft factories synchronized production. As for the mass production car is officially the end of 1949 things. the standard 92-type and 92 Deluxe are used to simplify the process as the body color of green moss. Since 1950, in Sweden's Saab can be seen on the streets to figure. Meanwhile, the Saab is also the Scandinavian countries began exporting cars in exchange for raw materials and various equipment. In the especially in the international arena caused a sensation Rally. They sent two cars to participate in the first Monte Carlo Rally, Saab's chief engineer for the driver Rolf, and his partner is the legendary female pilot Gelin Ta . two cars were successfully completed last game, scored the first 69 Rolf, and Gelin Ta 8 ranked women's groups, a total score of 55. This is not anything impressive record, but it is followed by a Saab series of brilliant achievements in the beginning. Through continuous testing and hard work, Saab at the end of the year finally won a major tournament in Sweden, Rolf win the championship. Gelin Ta and teammates with, result in the team still beat the famous .1952 Porsche team, the Ge Linta the Monte Carlo Rally win the Women's Champions League. Throughout the 50's, Saab in Sweden and the European team all big rally a lot out of the limelight. Meanwhile, the gentry Bao also replaced 93 of 92 type to become the masters of Saab models .748 cc 3-cylinder engine displacement can generate the output power of 33 horsepower, the front grille with a new suspension design and new tires also use a new .1956 style, the Saab's another super sports car market, open-top two-seater, light fiberglass body mounted on the frame above, this model produced a total of 6 So far, five surviving , including two in the Saab Museum. At that time, a sports car, and two of 93 models were displayed in New York and started in the U.S.. With the winter of 1956 Saab Rally victory in the United States, Saab 93 models in the United States began to become very good sales. explosive sales growth in 1957, when total sales of the 1410 Saab 93 models, vehicle production increased by 14%. to the end of 1959, 12,000 Saab 93 models across the oceans to the United States, this is the largest overseas export market for Saab models Saab .1957 Saxomat automatic clutch also appeared on the new technology, all the overseas market for the Saab a shot cardiac .1958 year, Saab introduced the 93 Granturismo 750 cars, Saab 95 station wagon version is there in 1959. He is typical of the 3rd row seats folded, this new car to be a 7 Ministry of real cars. 1960 Saab 96 models to meet formally with the consumer, his major change in its strong set of new engine type .96 Saab Saab 60's began to dominate the sales market. its production planned annual capacity increased to 30,000, while the actual production reached a record 50,000. In the early 60s, Saab in the rally world, the excellent color results also add a lot of their brand. Rally and the RAC in the UK Saab Monte Carlo Rally Team have achieved a comprehensive victory in .1962, the Saab will be included in the standard seat belt with the list. Saab 96, a special version - Saab sports car with a 841cc engine, maximum power can reach 52 hp, front-wheel disc brake system, his debut in 1962 at the Stockholm Motor Show in spring. In paragraph 63, Saab models, provide the first split dual circuit brake system .1964 on April 2, the birth of the new Saab 99, 1965 Saab Monte Carlo Saab 850 is the latest version of .1966 sports series, the Saab first introduced in the first 4-stroke engine . a Ford V4 engine made in Saab vehicles on 96 and 95 and rapidly commercialized, while tension has appeared over the stadium. Saab 60's are the cause of the expansion stage, in order to continue to expand the U.S. market share, Saab has developed a two-seater called the Sonett II sports car. Saab 96 models in 2-stroke engines used on V4 models have been replaced by .1969 of Saab and Swedish truck and public vehicle manufacturers Scania Group merger, the development has greatly increased the strength of the car. new group encompasses almost all models of development. Saab 99, also appeared on the 2-liter engine and equipment. Meanwhile, the Saab factory in Finland Saab began to assemble CKD way. 1970 of the Sonett III off the assembly line at this time, the former light scrubbing is used as new equipment has also been put into use. time to time, Saab vehicle from the beginning of 1949, production has exceeded 50 million .1971 electric models that appear on the driver front seats heated, self-repairing bumpers and other safety measures for the first time Saab has won international safety awards. Saab 99 with the electronically controlled fuel injection system and the first Saab automatic transmission. not only in the field of family cars, Saab is in the game fame. Stig Blomqvist won two championships contest: Swedish Rally and the RAC contest. This is his 6th win the Swedish Rally Champion and is also the first Saab paragraph 7 won the first prize .1972 Saab 99 car won the Swedish title of the Year. During this period, the cause of the rapid development of Saab cars, new cars Saab 99EMS building blocks for the 99-type family of the Saab models .1974 99 series range from two, 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan to a variety of patterns. Shenbao a large and growing family. Combi Saab concept car the appearance of bits 70 and 80 set a new standard for the design, but also of the initial generation of Saab 9000 and Saab 900 2 .5 door version of the design ideas of the Saab car was born in 1975. is the usual sense of the true hatchback models, with large rear seat folded after door to form a 1.5 cubic meters of storage space. in Belgium Mercedes - Benz CKD assembly plant now also started to Saab cars. Shenbao 99EMS first appeared in the 1975 World Rally Championship, with a super- 220-horsepower 16-valve engine and equipment make it even more powerful. 1976 Saab models paragraph to show the revolutionary turbo technology, aviation technology with a strong foundation and the turbocharged engine in terms of long-term professional research, Saab Saab Unique Turbo turbocharged engine completely solve the traditional turbo engine turbo lag to achieve the same naturally aspirated engine with the general dynamic response sensitivity; in the same engine displacement, its turbocharged engine can produce more than naturally aspirated engine more power and low-speed torque. This is the Saab Turbo Saab's unique turbocharged engine, 100 car road tests and how the media test drive of the scene is spectacular. three-way catalytic emission control the first time in the car. In the same year, Saab's 100 million cars rolled off the production line. Frankfurt, Germany, in 1977 International Business Auto Show, Saab 99 turbo-charged version of a 3-door hatchback model type appearance. attracted media attention and market attention. into all of the new idol worship .1978 Saab 900 cars off the assembly line is based on 99 long-wheelbase version of platform design, the body lengthened 2lcm, the former face and interior design through a new, initially only 3 or 5 door hatchback style. Shenbao the world's first cabin air filter cartridge to filter small particles such as pollen, etc., received rave reviews. At the same time, Saab 96 and Saab 99 models are also retained in the front of the 3 main varieties into .1979 of a large, blue and Saab 9000 West to develop a new model code. The following year, completed a history of Saab 96 models mission is to stop production. Shenbao the 92-96 cars 30 years before and after group produced a total of 730,000. 1981 Saab APC system for the first time the patent, it can control the pressure of pressurization system to make the machine more secure work reliable. engines for the Saab through enhanced high-end cars in the car market to add to seize a lot of confidence and morale. In 1983 the Frankfurt International Commercial Vehicle Show, the Saab 900 convertible meet with the public. The following year, the first 4 valve turbo engine in Saab 900 Aero models. The design has been shown years ago, .5 months Geneva Motor Show, Saab 9000 come out. This is just the first 3 Saab History a new model. The spacious interior is considered not to like Cadillac and Lincoln luxury cars. In 1985, the Stockholm Motor Show, Saab showed the revolutionary direct combustion engine technology, the system has a lead step of the management concept, the unique structure of a Saab engine cylinder head innovations. in the subsequent 1986 and 1987, the Saab 900 convertible models have landed in North America and other countries, or even three Saab's 9000 model also In the United States to create a continuous driving 100,000 km and 2l-day non-stop record. the fastest record to reach 213 kilometers per hour. When the 1987 Saab line during the first 2 million, ABS began to appear in the 9000 Saab on The model uses a front-wheel drive the first time the way .1988 appeared in early 9000 Saab direct ignition system, engine, driver side air bags, traction control and optimize Saab emission control systems and other advanced technologies late .80 , recyclable plastic parts are widely used, the new 900 series with turbo engine. General Motors bought 50% of the Saab - Scania stake car. In 1990, the new Saab company was founded, Hull Man became the first of the CEO. Saab 9000 also won the honor of Sweden's most secure car In 1991, Saab 9000 for a facelift, 5-door version of the model become 9000CS, both front and rear has been redesigned , was to strengthen the body structure, impact of 1992 and greatly improved safety, Saab with 32-bit microprocessor Trionic engine management system is used in the 9000 model above .1 years later, the birth of the new Saab 900 . current Saab products are replaced by new models. almost all of the designs have been optimized, security, stronger. a new 2-liter turbocharged engine and Saab's Sensonic automatic clutch makes this the first time V6 engine replaced with a new car models straight shiny 4. In Saab's factory, with more than 3 million workers work for the Saab 900 In 1994, Saab's three models, and convertible models in Detroit auto show appearances. Commercial Motor Show in Frankfurt, Saab also displayed their new 3-liter V6 engine. Saab in the early '90s had a lot of awards in 1990, GM bought Saab 50% of public shares control of the largest companies in the powerful economic and technical support, Saab is more even more powerful company to design a SAAB car won many awards :---- 1990-1993 world best car award in the United States; --- -1992 was awarded the German Prize for best environmental car SAAB 1994 ;---- intelligent engine management system Triple Outstanding Technology Award by the American ;---- for five consecutive years since 1990 has been Sweden's largest insurance company as the most secure Automotive Award. General Motors in January 2000 from the Swedish industrial holding company, investment company AB to buy their own Saab (Saab) 50% of the shares, bringing GM's wholly owned Swedish company Saab. But luxury has been car ride in the world the image of the altar of the Saab car company (SAAB), a rather dismal business conditions at this time. In the 10 years 1993-2003, 8 years of losses, even worse, the Saab's brand image has become increasingly blurred and even for consumers gradually forgotten. As owner, GM is also deeply aware that only a radical change, reshaping the brand image, to the Saab losses from deeper and deeper quagmire in the rescue. early May 2003, a the will be the first in the United States, fans had to see the car at the Geneva Motor Show countenance; the summer of 2004, four-wheel drive of the new 9-2 will enter the small car market, Saab car that can attract Many young consumers; as the biggest product offensive in the company an important one, Saab 9-7X SUV in the 2004 New York Auto Show, a grand debut! that Saab's model line will expand to four cars. and targeting the fastest-growing SUV market. Saab (original full name of Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget, or Swedish Aircraft Company) was originally a military aircraft manufacturing company. Later, the Swedish Aircraft Company Limited merged only Scania truck production (SCANIA) company, as a manufacturer of cars, trucks, airplanes, computers and other products, integrated company. After World War II military aircraft orders decreased, Saab decided to start production of cars and aircraft of its manufacturing technology and experience used in automobile production. Therefore, Saab in the automotive industry is quite different. use of the advantages of the Group, Saab the truck, aircraft technology as a financial, performance and production of the Saab car racing. Saab number of technology innovation, has become a global industry standard. In many of today's automobile engines, have adopted the turbo technology, Saab engine turbo technology is the first of its kind. Saab was the first to come from aviation technology applied to the automotive turbocharger the manufacturers. Saab series engines equipped with turbocharger on the car's power play an important role to play, greatly enhancing the power and performance of a car engine, so the driver to fully experience the driving pleasure, safety and fast overtaking carefree enjoyment. It makes the car power, maneuverability and accuracy at any time at its best. Saab car was designed with security body, inside doors are installed to strengthen the beams, is also equipped with anti-lock braking system (ABS) , traction control system (TCS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD) and many other safety equipment to ensure these technologies and Saab cars equipped with excellent safety performance. Saab on the side impact protection research and development carried out for 25 consecutive years , the world's first cervical vertebrae to reduce the degree of injury with the active head restraints (SAHR) Saab is also developed. Today, Saab is still among the leading European premium car brand. our customers Saab brand recognition, the source Since the core of the Saab brand value appreciation, that is, the safety performance of a unique style, design, and aviation technology. Saab brand enjoys high reputation in Europe, but also those around the world largely due to sales and service network. through the improvement of the customer system, Saab for global customers with world-class standards of service. In 2000, GM acquired Saab car company entirely, and in August the same year enabled Saab's new icon. icon is a red Yingtou center winged lion body with the myth of animal heads, wearing a golden crown, its round bottom SAAB silver letters, blue background. this animal in southern Sweden in the myth represents alertness and sensitivity, which is in line with Saab Automobile Safety and dynamic characteristics of the complete reunification. taste Saab, Saab Sa individual choice and innovation throughout the fight and its entire development process, culminating in the many unique characteristics Saab Saab, but also for promoting progress of the world automobile industry is a major driving force. Founded in 1937, the Swedish Saab Saab Trollhattan, SAAB Aircraft Company is the name of the Swedish acronym for Svenska Aeroplan Ak tiebolaget, production car it has been committed before the aircraft manufacturer. 1947 Saab Saab design first car - 92.001, it is shaped like a wing, the drag coefficient is only 0.32. 1949 Saab Saab began producing cars. Who says the inspiration for such a small place does not inspire great? and Alaska, the same latitude as the southern boundary of the Trollh? ttan , is the birthplace of Saab Saab creative inspiration. the temptation to 1956 sports car. In the late 1950s, Saab Saab has introduced a six sports car, all very popular. 1959 opened seven of the Saab 95 Saab Saab production of utility vehicles in history. 1960 Saab 96 with smooth lines of the body, eye-catching instrument panel and new white color. legendary race car driver 1962-1963. Notwithstanding the adoption and competitors only half of the low-power engine, Saab (Saab) legendary racer Carlson (Erik Carlsson) but in both 1962 and 1963, won the Monte Carlo Rally Champion. In addition, from 1960 to 1963, Carlson also won by virtue of its three British RAC Auto Rally champion. 1967 (on) Saab 99 Saab Saab for the first time with the classic bow front windshield. 1967 (below) to change the ignition key position. Saab Saab based on real life crashes found that the key in the steering column is more likely to cause knee injuries. Therefore, Saab Saab is unique to the ignition key? traditional installation location to a place near the handbrake and gear lever, the driver can be completed in the same action ignition and start the car . 1972 side of the bumper. When most car manufacturers also focus only on the frontal collision, Saab Saab has developed a solid steel beam installed in the door and side bumper, to protect passengers in side impact . This system is now widely used in various companies. Combi Coup�� 1974 first integrated sports car debut. This is a three-door will be practical and attractive hatchback sports car that combines avant-garde products. 1977 turbo supercharged engine. Saab Saab is the first developed the car turbo engine manufacturer. turbocharger to the engine at low / medium speeds, can provide tremendous torque and increased power output. equipped with turbo overtaking a car engine to accelerate the time to show outstanding performance. Saab Saab developed a unique exhaust valves to divert the engine does not need the power, let four-cylinder engine can provide power comparable to more-cylinder engine. In 1978 came the first generation Saab 900. Saab 900 indomitable panoramic windscreen shape and movement make it a modern classic. ;. Saab 1983, Saab produced its first four full seasons convertible Saab 900 Turbo convertible, and in that year's Frankfurt Motor Show debut. This car broke the traditional two-seater sports car, access to a great success. It is not only flexible, dynamic, and high availability, open a new car field. 1984 (on) Saab Saab introduced a high-end sedan Saab 9000. Although the space and about the same size family car, but a more strong new chassis, it has sports car driving experience. 1984 (below) the first top section Saab Aero, Saab Saab driving experience it to the fullest. 1986 Saab 9000's Long March. million miles), to keep the average car 213 km (140 miles) per hour, the speed of continuous driving and set a new world record, in addition to rewriting the other 21 world records. In 1990, GM acquired Saab, opened a new chapter in the development of Saab Saab. In 1993 (the) next-generation Saab 900 Combi Coup�� launch of three and five-door hatchback, and in 1994 launched the open-top version. 1993 (below) to reduce driver distraction, Saab Saab has developed a special night with the instrument panel. In 1997 (on) Saab 9-5 sedan come out. Saab Saab's first large luxury sedan Saab 9-5 sedan came, with its smooth, plain design widespread repercussions, even more unique sports performance praised. telescopic cup holders. Saab Saab's designers created the first retractable cup holder, Foldable when not starting ...