Saab Technology

Saab’s Sensonic transmission was unlike anything else in the 1990s — a clutchless manual that shifted faster than human reflexes. Offered only on turbocharged Saab 900 NG models, it combined the engagement of a manual gearbox with the convenience of no clutch pedal. In this deep dive, we uncover how it worked, what it was like to drive, and why it quietly disappeared by 1998.

Saab’s BioPower Hybrid Concept, introduced in 2006, showcased groundbreaking technology with a 2.0L turbo engine powered by pure ethanol and dual electric motors, demonstrating Saab’s forward-thinking approach to sustainable mobility long before hybrids became mainstream.

As one of the pioneers of turbocharging, Saab changed the automotive landscape forever. Learn how Saab tamed the turbo, offering a blend of power and reliability in a way no other manufacturer could. An in-depth look at Saab’s turbo legacy and Per Gillbrand’s game-changing innovations.

Saab's innovative SCC system and Variable Compression Engine were groundbreaking projects that could have revolutionized automotive technology. Through insider insights from engineer Svante Lejon, this article uncovers the challenges and decisions that led to these technologies never reaching production, offering a rare glimpse into Saab's engineering legacy and the missed opportunities that could have reshaped the company's future.

Celebrate 40 years of Saab 9000 with exclusive insights from Uno Dahl. Learn about the pioneering hybrid innovations and safety advancements that made this car a standout in automotive history.

How Saab's Combustion Control System (SCC) revolutionized engine technology by reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Learn about the innovative features that set Saab's SCC apart and its lasting impact on eco-friendly automotive engineering.

Saab's Side Guidance Reversing Lights revolutionize the way we navigate in reverse. With these front-mounted reverse lights, Saab brings enhanced visibility and safety to tight parking spots and dark alleys. Say goodbye to blind spots and hello to confident maneuvering with Saab's ingenious innovation.

We have already written a lot of questions about Saab cars and turbochargers, and the great role of the Saab company in increasing the spread and population of turbochargers in the automotive industry. Of course, it all started with the...

Probably many of you have not heard of the Sensonic transmission, developed by Saab. The Sensonic system uses electronics to automatically operate the clutch when needed. It is a normal type clutch with hydraulics linking it to a motor which takes the place...

Thanks to the fact that the development and production of Saab cars were located in the cold northern parts of World (Trollhattan, Sweden), Saab engineers contributed to the automotive world with numerous innovations, and thanks to the "Swedish winters" we...