REPORT: GM may let dealers sell remaining “non-core” vehicles as used with big discounts

Filed under: Car Buying, Pontiac, Saturn

You’ve seen the dealer commercials before. “Now is the time to buy…. year end sale!” Well, if you want the Pontiac or Saturn of your dreams, this really is the best ever time to deal because it’s literally the last chance to get a new vehicle from these brands. [...]

2008 Saturn Flextreme Concept

Saturn demonstrates that clean, practical transportation and stunning design can go hand-in-hand with the electric-drive Saturn Flextreme concept, introduced at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. Featuring General Motors’ breakthrough E-Flex electric propulsion technology that provides up to 34 miles of all-electric, emissions-free range, as well as a sleek, monocab design, the Flext …
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2008 Saturn Astra

Saturn announced the addition of the all-new 2008 Astra to its lineup, bringing a decidedly European flavor to the North American compact car market. It is packed with a wide range of standard equipment and safety features, and delivers sporty performance with very good fuel economy.

The Saturn Astra will be offered in three-door and [...]

Lutz: Saturn Astra too expensive, not profitable

Filed under: Car Buying, Economy, Euro, Hatchbacks, GM, Saturn
Click above for high-res gallery of the 2008 Saturn Astra XR
Car buyers here in the States are clamoring for fuel efficient transportation, but so far the Saturn Astra hasn’t been on the top of buyers lists. The Astra is a smash hit in Europe and we liked [...]

GM gives very early sneak peek at next-gen Astra

Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Euro, Hatchbacks, GM, Saturn, Opel, Vauxhall
Click above for high-res gallery of fourth-gen Astra sneak peek
We just told you about Bob Lutz’ comments that the Saturn Astra is too expensive and not making any money in the U.S., but that may change when the next iteration arrives. Of course, the next [...]