Missing Couple's Car Found on SC Island Mar 8, 2008
By RUSS BYNUM Associated Press Writer. HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. A car belonging to a missing couple was found a few miles from the gated yacht community where they live part time, but yielded no clues about their whereabouts, authorities said. (The Daily Reflector)
Community events Mar 8, 2008
Thursday, March 06, 2008. East Carolina University will host the fifth annual Keith LeClair Classic today through Sunday on the school s campus. (The Daily Reflector)
Hoops enthusiasts out in force Mar 8, 2008
Future stars bring crowd for regional action. Future stars bring crowd for regional action. (The Daily Reflector)
Friday's rain brings total to 1.5 inches Mar 8, 2008
Friday's rain brings total to 1. Friday's rain brings total to 1. (The Daily Reflector)
Board gives nod to med school expansion Mar 8, 2008
Board: Brody plan OK'd. By The Daily Reflector. (The Daily Reflector)
Rudd says no to Left agenda Mar 2, 2008
March 01, 2008 02:51am AEDT. KEVIN Rudd has assured mainstream Australia he will avoid radical social and cultural change by resisting calls to broaden his reform agenda and by sticking to his election promises. (The Australian)
NSW 'is clear of horse flu' Feb 29, 2008
Test drive the new Saab 9-3 today. Your chance to WIN a trip to North East England. (The Australian)
Roxon agrees to publish health data Feb 29, 2008
February 29, 2008 03:33pm AEDT. HEALTH Minister Nicola Roxon is to deliver a new era of transparency in public health, agreeing to publish performance data on state hospitals and commonwealth programs. (The Australian)
Obama's enemies pounce on picture... Feb 28, 2008
February 28, 2008 10:47am AEDT. Obama's enemies pounce on picture. (The Drudge Report)
Thorpe moves to scuttle doping claims Feb 26, 2008
November 06, 2007 01:29am AEDT. IAN Thorpe has provided the country's drug testing agency with medical evidence in an attempt to clear his name of doping. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
Minor operation as Ramsay Health Care stitches up change of CEOs Feb 26, 2008
February 26, 2008 01:09am AEDT. PAT Grier, one of the longest-serving stalwarts of Ramsay Health Care - the country's biggest private hospital owner - will retire in June, paving the way for chief operating officer Chris Rex to take the helm. (The Australian)
Haldex Expands in Mexico Feb 15, 2008
First vehicle model to feature the systems produced in Irapuato is the recently introduced SAAB 9-3 XWD, the first ever All Wheel Drive offering from the automaker. The awarded platforms are global in scope with several General Motors brands and assembly plants worldwide due to receive torque transfer technology manufactured by Haldex Irapuato. (BusinessWire)
Swedish seconds| Feb 13, 2008
SAAB 9-3 Swedish seconds - Cars in Action Tue, 12 Feb 2008 ... The soft-top Saab 9-3 rides well but does suffer from some pretty monumental scuttle-shake. (iAfrica.com)
UN Gathering to Address Climate Change Feb 11, 2008
By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press Writer. UNITED NATIONS The U.N. General Assembly is bringing together business leaders, activists and government officials for a debate on climate change starting Monday an effort to keep up the momentum for a new treaty by 2009 to fight global warming. (The Daily Reflector)
Texas Cotton Prospects Dimming Feb 11, 2008
By BETSY BLANEY Associated Press Writer. LUBBOCK, Texas Cotton producer Doug Hlavaty looks across his South Plains fields and sees the potential for trouble. (The Daily Reflector)
Windy cold fronts blow through Feb 11, 2008
Gusty conditions fan brush, woods fires. Gusty conditions fan brush, woods fires. (The Daily Reflector)
Filing for local, state elections opens today Feb 11, 2008
Monday, February 11, 2008. Candidates, start your engines. (The Daily Reflector)
9/11 rebuild goes on, despite grisly finds Feb 7, 2008
Test drive the new Saab 9-3 today. Earn a high 7. (Yahoo News -- World Trade Center)
Person of interest identified in Grayson County triple homicide Jan 27, 2008
A man questioned after the slayings of three people connected with a tree farm has been taken into custody in Florida and identified as a person of interest in the case, the Grayson County Sheriff's Office said. Officials said Frederick Phillip Hammer, 48, or Crumpler, N.C., was apprehended in Punta Gorda, Fla. (The Daily Reflector)
Andre Iguodala scores 33 points and 76ers rally to beat Bobcats Jan 27, 2008
By MIKE CRANSTON AP Sports Writer. CHARLOTTE, N.C. Andre Iguodala drove the lane on a breakaway, cocked back and unleashed a vicious one-handed windmill dunk. (The Daily Reflector)
2008 Saab 9-3 Convertible Jan 25, 2008
Likes: Convertible appeal, four-seat utility, distinctive style, room. Dislikes: Expensive, quirky bits, slower than the average Euro ragtop. (BusinessWeek)
2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T Sport Sedan Jan 20, 2008
0T Sport Sedan - The Boston Globe. Local Search Site Search. (Boston Globe)
Petition Seeks Protection for Seals Dec 21, 2007
By DAN JOLING Associated Press Writer. ANCHORAGE, Alaska Frustrated by a lack of regulations limiting global warming, a conservation group wants ribbon seals listed as threatened or endangered because their habitat sea ice is disappearing amid climate change. (The Daily Reflector)
Plenty of places to enjoy the game this side of the islands Dec 21, 2007
Thursday, December 20, 2007. For serious East Carolina University fans, this holiday season is as purple and gold as it is red and green. (The Daily Reflector)
Shelter seeks helpers Dec 21, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007. Volunteers are needed to feed the homeless on Christmas Day. (The Daily Reflector)
Battle remembered Dec 21, 2007
Civil War battle site with local ties marked. Civil War battle site with local ties marked. (The Daily Reflector)
Supreme Court Announces Cases Dec 10, 2007
WASHINGTON The Supreme Court meets Monday morning to issue opinions and announce cases it has rejected. After Monday, the justices will hold their next private conference on Jan. 4 and return to the bench the first Monday in January to hear arguments about execution by lethal injection. (The Daily Reflector)
ECU physicians named to list of top doctors Dec 10, 2007
Monday, December 10, 2007. More than 30 physicians from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University have been chosen by their peers for inclusion in the 2007-2008 "Best Doctors" list. (The Daily Reflector)
New Greenville mayor has swearing-in tonight Dec 10, 2007
Monday, December 10, 2007. Three-term Greenville Mayor Don Parrott will turn over the gavel to Pat Dunn tonight during a swearing-in ceremony for mayor and City Council. (The Daily Reflector)
Offering children an alternative Dec 10, 2007
Intergenerational center to offer semester of youth activities. Intergenerational center to offer semester of youth activities. (The Daily Reflector)
Serve and Protect Dec 10, 2007
Firefighter stays alert to community's needs. Firefighter stays alert to community's needs. (The Daily Reflector)
Christmas tree and Santa bring holiday delight Dec 10, 2007
By The Daily Reflector. Monday, December 10, 2007. (The Daily Reflector)
Future glimpse Nov 25, 2007
SAAB 9-3 TURBO-X: I drove this new all-wheel-drive system in Sweden this year. Because of its forgiving and efficient electronic control systems, I couldn't make it slide any farther than sideways, even on gravel or simulated ice. (Boston Globe)
Airline Workers Get Sick After Co. Meal Nov 23, 2007
CHICAGO Five United Airlines workers sought medical attention for nausea and vomiting after the company provided a Thanksgiving meal to employees. United offered the turkey dinner Thursday to nearly 3,000 mechanics, baggage handlers and other employees working the holiday at O'Hare International Airport. (The Daily Reflector)
Old Annapolis Enters Modern Diplomacy Nov 23, 2007
By KRISTEN WYATT Associated Press Writer. World leaders gathering here next week for Mideast peace negotiations won't be far from the brick streets where diplomats of centuries past ratified a major peace treaty and ensured the future of the United States as a civilian, democratic state. (The Daily Reflector)
Pirates plan to continue two-QB system Nov 23, 2007
Friday, November 23, 2007. East Carolina will stick with both of the dates that brought them to this year's dance. (The Daily Reflector)
Shoppers, start your spending Nov 23, 2007
Some spend Thanksgiving camping out. Some spend Thanksgiving camping out. (The Daily Reflector)
Ford, Honda Top Safest Vehicles List Nov 17, 2007
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Insurance Industry Lists Safest Vehicles. (KCRA 3, CA)
Honda, Ford Lead List Of Safest New Cars Nov 15, 2007
Ford, Honda Top Safest Vehicles List - Automotive News Story - KFOX El Paso. Ford, Honda Top Safest Vehicles List. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
• Judge Sets Bail At $1 Million Nov 6, 2007
He met up with his girlfriend, Marangely Ramos, who was waiting for him in a Saab 9-3, Carl said. Police had information where the couple would be, and Hartford police detectives captured them Friday, Carl said. (FOX61, CT)
Caddy shock| Oct 18, 2007
Its worth mentioning that the Cadillac BLS is made from mostly European genes its built in Sweden and based on the Saab 9-3, although its styling is pure Cadillac. In the battle for style supremacy theres no clear winner here. (iAfrica.com)
Commuters' cars put to the test Oct 7, 2007
2008 SAAB 9-3 SPORT COMBI: An all-wheel-drive version is headed this way (breathe easy New Englanders), but even in this front-wheel-drive form it handled superbly on corners, coming off a 90-degree onto the straight and then back into a 90-degree. That latter move tossed it into a sharp series of curves, but the 2. (Boston Globe)
Bumpers On Luxury Cars Don't Do The Job Aug 3, 2007
The Saab 9-3 was the best, with just over $5,200 damage. Just three cars sustained less than $6,000 damage, and four would cost more than $10,000 to fix. (KCRA 3, CA)
Fender-Benders Cost Luxury Car Owners Aug 2, 2007
Only three vehicles sustained less than $6,000 in damage: the Saab 9-3, Audi A4 and Lincoln MKZ. Other damage estimates included $8,224 for the Volvo S60, $7,554 for the Acura TSX and $6,681 for the BMW 3 Series. Automakers said the tests did not assess the vehicle's safety and only focused on repair cost. (ABC News -- Wire)
A new face for the 9-3 Jul 29, 2007
Which was appropriate, since we were driving the redesigned 2008 Saab 9-3, built by a company with aircraft manufacturing in its corporate DNA.. The Saab, long a favorite in New England, has been in need of rejuvenation, and if the 9-3 is an example of where the company is finally heading under General Motors Corp. ownership, it's a great direction. (Boston Globe)
Gaywheels.com Top 10 Most-Researched Vehicles for Spring 2007: Toyota Yaris Holds Top Spot, Infiniti Debuts Jul 19, 2007
1 Toyota Yaris 2 Saab 9-3 3 Mazda MX-5 Miata 4 Volkswagen Jetta 5 Volkswagen Eos 6 Dodge Caliber 7 Toyota Camry 8 Audi A3 9 Volkswagen Rabbit 10 Infiniti FX. Although information, specifications and pricing on all new car and truck models are available on Gaywheels. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Two rafters feared drowned in Bow Jun 12, 2007
"Clark added there are quite a few signs between the weir and the Calgary Zoo bridge warning about the danger that lies ahead. Ads by Google Top News Stories The Canadian Forces have suffered their 57th death while fighting in Afghanistan...If the Nova Scotia government is serious about its allegation that the federal government... Top News Videos The brazen daylight gun fight in a residential Toronto... Top Entertainment Stories Paris Hilton says she wants to stop acting dumb and be... (Canada.com)
Tunnel Rips Off Too-Tall Truck's Roof Jun 4, 2007
The Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70 were the two safest convertibles in new crash testing. . (KIRO TV, WA)
Volvo, Saab Ace Convertible Crash Tests Jun 4, 2007
The Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70 have taken top honors in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's first-ever crash tests for convertibles. Related. (KCRA 3, CA)
Saab, Volvo convertibles rated best in safety Jun 1, 2007
Conducting tests on 10 new midsize convertibles for the first time, the Institute gave its top scores to two expensive convertibles the 2007 Saab 9-3 and 2007 Volvo C70. Both vehicles, which start at nearly $40,000, received the highest scores on front, side-impact and rear crash protection tests. (MSNBC -- Business)
Costly convertibles aren't always safest Jun 1, 2007
Conducting tests on 10 new midsize convertibles for the first time, the institute gave its top scores to two expensive convertibles the 2007 Saab 9-3 and 2007 Volvo C70 ... The Saab 9-3 received top scores in three crash tests ... The Saab 9-3 convertible, seen here in the front crash test, is also equipped with Saab automatic pop-up roll bars to help provide protection in the event of a roll-over crash or an impact that could lead to a roll-over. (USA Today -- Money)
Convertible Safety List, From The Top Down May 31, 2007
They found the top two safety picks were the Saab 9-3 and the Volvo C70; their performance in the crash tests was "impressive," said Adrian Lund, president of the Institute ... The Institute's evaluation showed that the price of a car doesn't determine how safe it is; though the top two safety picks, the Saab 9-3 and the Volvo C70 both sell for about $40,000, the Mitsubishi Eclipse, Volkswagen EOS and Chrysler Sebring all of which tested well were among the least expensive cars tested by the... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Affordable Convertibles Top Crash Test Safety List May 31, 2007
Conducting tests on 10 new midsize convertibles for the first time, the Institute gave its top scores to two expensive convertibles - the 2007 Saab 9-3 and 2007 Volvo C70 ... Top Safety Pick: Saab 9-3Has front seat-mounted combination head and torso airbags Front and side: 2004-2007 models; rear: 2006-2207 models ... The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety choose the 2007 Saab 9-3 convertible as one of the top-rated picks for crash-test safety. (K-Eye News, TX)
Most New Convertibles Rate Poor for Safety May 31, 2007
Of the 10 vehicles tested only the Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70 earned good ratings in front, side and rear crashes, and they were also the only vehicles with electronic stability controls. The Pontiac G6 bombed the test, getting only an acceptable result for frontal crash protection and marginal side and rear impacts. (Wired News)
Cost isn't necessarily an indicator of safety in convertibles May 31, 2007
The institute rated the costly Saab 9-3 and the Volvo C70 which list at between $35,000 and $40,000 as the convertibles giving occupants the best chances of surviving accidents. But entries from Volkswagen and Mitsubishi priced below $30,000 got high marks too. (Los Angeles Times)
Drive it forever May 27, 2007
Q I have a 2001 Saab 9-3 with 81,000 miles. Over the past month, it has had a problem restarting after it has been driven for a while and then turned off. (Boston Globe)
Saab 9-3 gets sharper May 18, 2007
The new Saab 9-3 range, due overseas later this year, features bolder styling inspired by the award-winning Aero X concept car, as well as improved technology for greater driving appeal. With all-new front bodywork, "signature" lighting, new door panels and rear styling features, the latest generation 9-3 is intended to look more assertive, reckons the Saab marketing materials. (iAfrica.com)
Potholes putting local motorists out of alignment May 5, 2007
As Joel Sundo drove his Saab 9-3 convertible down East Carson Street last month, he hit a massive pothole that swallowed one of his tires. By the time the tire rolled out of the hole, its custom rim had been bent back, costing Sundo $1,300 to replace. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
BMW's handsome 328i convertible is solid, nimble Apr 29, 2007
The latest issue of Car and Driver magazine selected the 328i convertible as the winner of a comparison test, beating the Audi A4, Saab 9-3, Volkswagen Eos and Volvo C70. Those are all very good cars, and the win for BMW means a very solid endorsement. (Orlando Sentinel)
GM's Saturn Aura Wins Admirers, Too Few Customers: Doron Levin Apr 17, 2007
GM's Pontiac G6, Saab 9-3, Opel Vectra and the next generation Chevrolet Malibu share mechanical characteristics with the Aura. Explaining Saturn's failure early in its history to develop pleasing models, Jill Lajdziak, the division's general manager, said that GM at first mistakenly assumed Saturn could survive with small cars only. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Several Vehicles Show Poor Rear Crash Testing Results Apr 6, 2007
Among the top vehicles for head protection, according to the Institute's testing, were the Audi A4, A6 and S4; Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego; Hyundai Sonata, Jaguar S-Type, Kia Optima, Mercedes E-Class, Nissan Sentra and Versa; Saab 9-3, Subaru Impreza, Outback and Legacy; Volvo S40, S60, S80; the Honda Civic 2-door and 4-door versions and some versions of the Volkswagen New Beetle. (Copyright 2007 by The Associated Press. (WTKR.com, VA)
Many cars flunk safety test Apr 6, 2007
There were exceptions among the 75 cars evaluated by the Virginia-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, including all of Volvo's cars; the Audi A4, S4 and A6; the Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego; the Nissan Sentra and Versa; the Saab 9-3; and the Subaru Impreza and Legacy/Outback series, all of which were rated "good." Seat/head restraints in 12 other car models are rated acceptable. The institute based its ratings on geometric measurements of head restraints and, in most cases,... (Newsday -- Business)
U.S. steps up car stability rules Apr 6, 2007
The Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego, the Nissan Sentra and Versa, the Saab 9-3 and the Subaru Impreza and Legacy/Outback also earned good ratings. The Honda Civic two-door earned a good overall rating, but the Accord LX and EX models received poor scores. (USA Today -- Money)
Many vehicles have poor head, neck protection Apr 5, 2007
Among the top vehicles for head protection, according to the Institutes testing, were the Audi A4, A6 and S4; Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego; Hyundai Sonata, Jaguar S-Type, Kia Optima, Mercedes E-Class, Nissan Sentra and Versa; Saab 9-3, Subaru Impreza, Outback and Legacy; Volvo S40, S60, S80; the Honda Civic 2-door and 4-door versions and some versions of the Volkswagen New Beetle. People think of head restraints as head rests, but theyre not. (MSNBC -- Business)
Dozens Of Vehicles Fail Head Restraint Test Apr 5, 2007
They're important safety features," said Adrian Lund, the institute's president. "You're more likely to need the protection of a good head restraint than the other safety devices in your vehicle because rear-end crashes are so common (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
