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2007 SATURN SKY The Saturn Sky debuted to the world less than a year ago and has already become a dominant force in the sub $30K roadster market. With the Saturn Sky and Pontiac Solstice (both GM roadsters) taking on the newly re-designed Mazda Miata, GM has a winning hand. Both the Solstice and Sky ar radically designed with ergonomics and style at the fore front of technology and designe. The Saturn Sky seems to take on the lines of the Cadillac XLR and translated them into a median priced open top. The Saturn Sky marks the company's departure from the conservative and aims to target a more distinguished and youthful crowd while leaving Pontiac to the previous, all why eliminating the cross competition between the two GM companies. Click Here to view the 2006 Saturn Sky Web Gallery WHAT SATURN HAS TO SAY ABOUT THIS CAR: Image/Text Source: Saturn Press Release The Sky roadster was inspired by the Vauxhall VX Lightning Concept - created at GM's Advanced Design Studio in Birmingham , England - signaling the adoption of an international design language for Saturn. "The Sky's exterior conveys a sense of technical harmony, combining taut, controlled lines with fluid surfaces to create a dynamic feeling," said Ed Welburn, vice president of Design for GM North America . "The vehicle's strong front end is the new face of Saturn, with a pronounced fender peak and a bold, chrome bar that carries an integrated Saturn badge." The Sky's design also features a wide stance with short overhangs and 18-inch wheels pushed to the corners. The convertible top folds completely into the rear compartment and the clamshell hood provides excellent accessibility and reinforces the sports car aura. Projector halogen low beams and reflector optic halogen high beam headlamps extend the exterior's sophisticated look. The design philosophy is carried through to the interior, which is driver-focused with integrated controls and displays. Creative use of piano black and chrome finishes combine with available leather seats and technical grains to emphasize richness and precision. Jewel-like detailing on the HVAC and lighting controls is executed with tight fits, highlighting the attention to detail. Roadster performance The Sky also has the hardware to back up its bold styling. It is equipped with a 2.4L, 170-horsepower Ecotec engine with variable valve timing and a five-speed Aisin manual transmission with a short throw shifter. A five-speed automatic will be optional. "The Sky's performance matches its impressive styling," said Lori Queen, vehicle line executive for GM's small cars. "Powertrain, suspension and handling components were carefully selected to provide quick and agile performance." Other technical highlights include: Four-wheel independent short/long arm suspension for optimal handling and stability.
OnStar With 3 million subscribers, OnStar is the nation's leading provider of in-vehicle safety, security and information services using the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network and wireless technologies. The 2006 Sky will offer OnStar. Sky owners can interact with OnStar's voice recognition system in Spanish, French or English. With the push of a button an OnStar advisor can change the system to allow the subscriber to interact with the system in their preferred language. Other core OnStar services are stolen vehicle location assistance, remote door unlock, roadside assistance, emergency services and automatic crash notification. GM is the only automotive manufacturer committed to offering a full range of vehicles with safety protection before, during and after a collision. All OnStar-equipped vehicles come with Automatic Crash Notification. If air bags deploy, the system sends a signal to a highly trained OnStar Emergency Advisor, who contacts the vehicle to see if help is needed, and can contact an emergency responder to send for help. In many cases the occupants are severely injured and cannot speak for themselves. OnStar's GPS unit allows Advisors to tell emergency responders the vehicle's location. OnStar responds to at least one air bag deployment in the US or Canada every hour. Additionally, the Sky will offer the GM-exclusive Advanced Automatic Crash Notification system. The AACN system detects collisions, even rollovers, regardless of whether air bags deploy. AACN also transmits other crash data, such as the direction of impact force, the number of and which air bags deployed and the maximum change of impact velocity, so that emergency responders are more prepared with this critical information before they arrive at the accident scene. YOU MAY ALSO BE INTERESTED IN THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES: 2007 Pontiac Solstice, 2007 Pontiac G5 Roadster, Mazda Miata, Porsche Boxter, Nissan Urge RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES:
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