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Saab Unveils New, Unique Engine Concept at Geneva Motor Show

18 February 2000

Saab Unveils New, Unique Engine Concept at Geneva Motor Show

    ATLANTA, Feb. 18 -- Saab has developed an entirely new engine
concept - Saab Variable Compression (SVC) - that radically cuts fuel
consumption without impairing engine performance. Compared to a conventional
engine, the SVC engine uses considerably more of the energy in the fuel.
    The SVC concept, which has been developed by Saab's engine designers,
features a unique system for varying the compression ratio, which makes it
possible to cut fuel consumption without weakening performance. It also allows
the engine to run on fuels of different types and of varying quality.
    The SVC concept represents a leap forward in the development of the Otto
engine and will provide a new platform for future engine development. The fact
that the compression ratio is now a variable parameter opens vast new
opportunities for more accurately controlling the work of the engine,
therefore improving its efficiency.
    The new engine concept will be displayed at the Geneva Motor Show, opening
February 29, 2000.
    Please direct any questions to Kevin Smith or Steve Janisse at Saab Cars
USA, Inc. at 1-800-GET-SAAB.