Oakville Beaver, 9 Apr 2008, p. 32

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32 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday April 9, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com Saab 9-X BioHybrid makes American debut In New York Goodyear Integrity FROM $ 67 FROM 95 $ P175/70R13 INSTANT REBATE on a set of 4 tires 40 Plus a Plus a Goodyear Regatta 2 * $ 101 $ FROM 95 $ P185/75R14 INSTANT REBATE on a set of 4 tires 40 Plus a * The innovative Saab 9-X BioPower concept car made its North American debut at the New York Auto Show Following its world premiere at the Geneva auto show earlier this month, the award-winning Saab 9-X BioHybrid premium compact concept made its American debut at the New York International Auto Show. The editors of AutoWeek, one of North America's most respected and longest standing automotive enthusiast magazines, voted the Saab 9-X BioHybrid Best Concept of the Geneva show. With this award, the 9-X joined the very successful Saab Aero X coupe concept, which received AutoWeek's Best in Show honors at its debut two years ago in Geneva.The 9-X BioHybrid is a vivid vision of what a future compact car from Saab could look like. It is designed to reflect the priorities of youthful customers who seek progressive looks, responsible performance and high-tech communications, all in a sporty, fun-to-drive package. Exploring design themes from Saab's award-winning Aero X and earlier 9-X concepts, the 9-X BioHybrid also demonstrates the potential for ultraefficient power from a 200 hp, 1.4L BioPower turbo engine backed by GM's next-generation hybrid system. Projected combined cycle CO2 emissions of just 105 g/km on E85 fuel are testimony to the promise of this package. The interior showcases an entirely new expression of Saab's driver-focused cockpit design, together with innovative, seamless connectivity for personal nomadic devices and a rear cargo deck with a low-friction loading system. Echoing Saab's roots in aircraft design, the 9-X BioHybrid also explores the potential for using active aerodynamics to reduce drag, and fuel consumption, at cruising speeds. Above 43 mph (70 km/h), the upper and lower bodywork is reshaped as the roof spoiler automatically extends to further lengthen the roofline. An underbody diffuser is deployed from the bottom of the rear bumper. The four-seat cabin introduces an entirely new execution of Saab's driverfocused cockpit design. The central, floor-mounted console, with its angled controls and displays, is now eliminated. Instead, the driver-focused layout incorporates a main instrument panel that sweeps out from the top of the door molding, arching across the driver. The embedded 3-D graphics appear to be frozen in ice, continuing a Scandinavian design theme first seen in the Aero X. Goodyear Assurance Ensign FROM $ 117 95 $ P185/65R15 INSTANT REBATE on a set of 4 tires 40 * 54 $ 95 P155/80R13 Dunlop Signature/ Sport Signature Advanced silica compound for enhanced grip on wet pavement. Goodyear TripleTred One tire with three unique tread zones for dry and wet roads as well as wet snow. Goodyear Eagle ResponsEdge With Carbon Fibre and DuPont Kevlar® for crisp, responsive handling. $ INSTANT REBATE 40 * $ INSTANT REBATE 75 * INSTANT REBATE 100 * Wrangler SilentArmor Includes DuPont Kevlar® for added strength and toughness. $ 49 SUMMER CAR CARE PACKAGE 10 Bonus Air Miles Reward Miles** 1. Lube, change oil and replace oil filter to keep your engine clean. 2. Top up all fluids including brake, transmission, power steering, and radiator. 3. Analyze the electrical charging-system. 4. Tighten all drive belts and hose clamps if required. 5. Inspect cooling system and steering-linkage components. 6. Inspect front and rear brakes. *Offer valid for most passenger vehicles until June 28th, 2008. Additional parts and labour extra. Synthetic oil and disposal fee extra. $ INSTANT REBATE 100 * with any mechanical purchase over $100 PLUS Earn 1 Air Mile for $8 on all Goodyear and mechanical purchases.** Must present coupon at time of purchase. Offer expires June 28th, 2008. AIR MILES 10 BONUS

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