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12/28/00
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Subject: Saab 9-5 Wagon Named 'Top Car' for 2001 by AAA
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NORCROSS, Ga. - The 2001 Saab 9-5 Wagon has been selected as one of the top
vehicle choices for 2001 by the American Automobile Association (AAA). The
Saab 9-5 Wagon was among more than 180 models that AAA evaluated for its
2001 New Car and Truck Buying Guide. AAA annually gives the Top Car Award
to the passenger cars with the highest rating in their respective 11 price
categories. The 2001 Saab 9-5 Wagon took top honors in the $30,000 to
$35,000 class. It was applauded for its powertrain performance, interior
room, ride and handling, and high level of safety features.
AAA offers consumers clear and informative reviews based on real-world
situations. Evaluation criteria include ride and handling, safety,
acceleration and braking, fuel economy, comfort and convenience, storage
space, and value. 'In the end, our selections hinge on which vehicles offer
the best combination of performance, design, quality, and value,' said Dave
Van Sickle, New Car and Truck Buying Guide Editor. For more details, please
see the AAA web site at http://www.aaa.com.
Sporting several Saab innovations designed for customers with active
lifestyles, the 9-5 Wagon blends a high level of fun and function. From the
driver's seat, owners appreciate one of the strongest and broadest torque
bands in the segment. Both the four-cylinder, 2.3L light- pressure
turbocharged equipped 9-5 Wagon and the world-first asymmetrically
turbocharged V6-powered 9-5 SE Wagon excel at sporty acceleration from a
standing start. Equally as important, both variants deliver ample power on
tap when it's time to pass slower-moving utility-only vehicles.
Along with a generous helping of fun-to-drive appeal, Saab's all new sport
wagon offers a spacious and flexible cargo bay, distinguished by several
unique utility features. The aircraft-inspired CargoTracksTM metal load
rail system allows owners to transport everything from pets to heavy,
oversized packages, all securable with one-grip locks and special bolts. A
broad range of accessories such as cages, dividers, nets, cargo guards and
other securing mechanisms, make the CargoTrack system an extremely flexible
transport feature. An optional sliding load floor, able to accommodate up
to 440 pounds and extendible to almost 20 inches, facilitates the loading
of heavy objects.
Like all 2001 Saabs, the 9-5 Wagon comes standard with the world-first Saab
Active Head Restraint system, designed to reduce the risk of whiplash-type
injuries during rear collisions. Front and side head and chest air bags
also are standard, as is a lengthy list of additional Saab safety systems
and features.
Manufacturer's suggested retail price is $34,695, which includes a high
level of standard safety, comfort, and convenience equipment.
Saab Cars USA, Inc. is the importer of Saab 9-5 and 9-3 automobiles for
Saab Automobile AB and is headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, near Atlanta.
In 1999, Saab enjoyed its sixth consecutive year of sales growth in the
U.S. with a 28.6 percent increase over 1998. For more information, please
visit http://www.saabusa.com.
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TSN Press
12/28/00
Message from The Saab Network
Subject: 2001 Saabs Rate A from State Farm - Insurance Discounts
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San Francisco-Area Saab Dealers Offer Cars With Highest Ratings in State Farm
Vehicle Safety Discount Program
2001 Saab vehicles eligible for insurance discount in State Farm's recently
announced Vehicle Safety Discount program
SAN FRANCISCO-The latest 2001 Saab models that recently arrived at San
Francisco-area Saab dealers are now eligible for automobile insurance
discounts by State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, the largest
automobile insurer in the United States. The discounts are the result of a
new and innovative Vehicle Safety Discount program that is based on actual
claim payment data for driver and passenger injuries. The program replaces
State Farm's passive restraint discount. Three Saab model variants are
eligible for a 40 percent discount on State Farm's medical payment/personal
injury protection portion of the automobile insurance coverage. Additionally,
three Saab model variants are eligible for lower-than-standard collision and
comprehensive premiums.
'Saab applauds State Farm for offering a system that rewards real-life
safety,' said Roger Malkusson, head of the Collision Safety Development
Department at Saab Automobile in Trollhattan, Sweden. 'Individual crash tests
cannot tell the whole story about the overall collision safety of a car.
Saab's real-life safety philosophy puts priority on both driver behavior and
the vehicle's systems which are designed to protect Saab occupants during a
real-world collision, rather than score well on tests.'
A vehicle's safety performance is the product of many factors, including
driver and occupant behavior, personal judgment and other variables. The
design of the car also influences its real-life safety integrity. The new
State Farm program shows that Saab and Saab drivers perform well together in
the real world.
In the Program, the Saab 9-3 5-door, 9-3 Convertible, and 9-5 Sedan all are
rated 'A' by State Farm, making them eligible in most states for the highest
Vehicle Safety Discount on the medical paymenVpersonal injury protection
portion of automobile insurance coverage. The 9-3 Convertible, 9-5 Sedan and
9-5 Wagon were also rated 'A' in the Program's Physical Damage Index,
providing the Program's highest level of possible discounts for the collision
and comprehensive portion of automobile insurance coverage.
All Saab vehicles for 2001 also feature the OnStar system as standard
equipment, which makes them eligible for additional insurance discounts with
many automobile insurance companies due to the system's theft recovery
system. The amount of the discount varies by state and insurance company.
Saab is the only European brand to offer such advanced, voice-activated
on-board communication services standard in all of its U.S. models.
For more information on the State Farm Program see www.statefarm.com. For
information about Saab, see www.saabusa.com.
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12/28/00
Message from The Saab Network
Subject: Saab Names Vice President of Sales
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* Richard O'Kelley promoted from Director of Retail Network Development
* Saab will split Sales and Distribution to sharpen focus on each
NORCROSS, Ga. - Richard O'Kelley has been named Vice President of Sales for
Saab Cars USA, Inc., the U.S. importer and distributor of Saab 9-5 and Saab
9-3 automobiles.
In this capacity, O'Kelley will be responsible for management of Saab's
sales and distribution, including the achievement of Saab's annual sales
objectives for cars, parts, and accessories. This position is extremely
critical to ensuring the continued growth of the Saab brand in the U.S.
Under O'Kelley's direction, the Regional Teams, Retail Network Development
(RND), Distribution, and Sales Operations will implement Saab's sales
strategies, and will prepare the company for the arrival of a revamped
product portfolio. O'Kelley reports to Dan Chasins, President and COO of
Saab Cars USA, Inc.
Prior to this promotion, O'Kelley was Director of RND. Earlier, he held the
position of National Fleet Manager and began his career with Saab in 1992
as a District Sales Manager. Prior to joining Saab, O'Kelley was Vice
President and General Manager of Menard Enterprises, a large retail
automotive operation. He also spent three years with Toyota Motor
Distributors and nine years with Ford Motor Company. O'Kelley holds a
Masters of Business Administration degree from Georgia State University and
a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from University of Georgia.
In conjunction with this appointment, Saab announces a change to its Sales
Operations organization. Sales and distribution will now be split into two
separate areas in order to provide sharper focus on each of these core
business units.
Gordon Wolter has been named the Director of Distribution and Vehicle
Management, responsible for distribution, volume planning, and car
administration. Heather Stewart, transferring from Saab Financial Services
Corp., is the Director of Sales Operations, responsible for sales program
development, commercial fleet programs, International and Diplomatic Sales,
and used car programs.
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