Hi all, We’ve received a few comments, and a few submissions via the contact page, asking for some clarification as to what’s being reported in various press outlets right now. If you’re a regular Inside Saab reader, you’ll know that I’m currently on vacation and away from Sweden. That limits the amount of current information I have access to and […]
I’ve been writing about Saab on the web for nearly seven years now and anyone who’s been following Saab’s journey over that period will know that there has been a lot to read and write about over that time. I’m fortunate now in that I’m employed by Saab to write for them. I have never been able to claim a
Internet journalism – the good, the bad and the ugly Read Post »
It’s a strange feeling, to celebrate entering a process that most companies would prefer to avoid. However, it gives you an idea as to how beaten down Saab has been in the public’s mind (and in our own, to some extent) when I tell you that there were, indeed, some small celebrations here today after the court in Gothenburg approved
When I posted a few days ago about my personal preference for the next new Saab to be called the 900 rather than the 9-3, I was expecting a little bit of controversy and criticism – and it certainly came to pass. I think we had a pretty good and robust discussion, though, and it was good to hear people’s
Follow-up: Why we shouldn’t call the next Saab the “9-3″ Read Post »
Saab’s next all-new vehicle to be unveiled to the public is a little way away at the moment, but I’d like to talk about one aspect of it here today. This post might not win me too many friends, either at the factory or out there in enthusiast-land, but be that as it may….. I’d like to put forward some
Opinion: Why we shouldn’t call the next Saab the "9-3" Read Post »
I hate to sound like a broken record, but I’m going to have to wheel out the mantra we used back when Saab was being sold in 2009/10. Please observe the non-official spokesmodel to the right (original vendor here and thanks to Hugh for the reminder). We know that some Saab-related stories seem to cause an almost hysterical reaction here
Want an idea of what it’s like working at Saab Automobile right now? Last week we had a failed application for reorganisation of the company. Downer. Late in the week, we galvanised and employees heard that the executive team would spend the weekend preparing an appeal. Steady. This morning we announced a licensing and bridge finance deal. Upper. And then
The start of another rollercoaster week at Saab Automobile Read Post »
On July 4th, Saab signed agreements with two Chinese companies, Pang Da and Youngman. The signatures on those deals converted what was a Memorandum of Understanding into a binding agreement that subject to approvals, will provide the stability, strength and reach into new markets that Saab needs to be a sustainable and successful car company. There has been some doubt
In Saab’s Corner – our deals with Pang Da and Youngman Read Post »
Enthusiast first. Employee (close) second. Like most of you who have been part of my personal journey with Saab, I thought we’d seen the end of the extreme ups and downs surrounding this company when it was sold by General Motors last year. The sale process was a tumultuous one, certainly busier than this in a media sense, but I
Thoughts on Saab’s reorganisation application and rejection Read Post »
One thing’s for sure around here: Life next week is not going to be the same as life this week. Over the last four months, and especially in the last few weeks, I have come to develop an even deeper respect for the people I now have the privilege of calling colleagues – my fellow Saab employees. It’s been a
The following was sent in via email from AJ Murphy, General Manager of Just Saab, a dealership in Cincinnati, Ohio. —— It’s no surprise to anyone that has followed the Saab business for the last couple of years that we are an easy target in the media. Often there are biased, personal feelings dominating articles and commentary. Understandably expected by
