SAAB EXTENDS SUPPORT OF PROFESSIONAL CYCLING AS 95TH TOUR DE FRANCE BEGINS
July 2, 2008
DETROIT - This summer, the world’s leading racers will once again pursue that prestigious yellow jersey. Keep up with Saab’s cycling passion by tuning into the Tour de France broadcast on Versus. Running from July 5-27, 2008, the famed cycling race will cover a total distance of 2,200 miles. You can follow all the action and look for the upcoming widget on Versus.com.
Saab is the official neutral support car of Mavic USA – the organization committed to assisting all cycling racers. Clad in the famous Mavic yellow, a fleet of Saab 9-3 SportCombi vehicles now provide every rider with free, reliable support before, during and after the most competitive Mavic race events in the United States.
Saab is also the official U.S. team vehicle of Team Slipstream-Chipotle presented by H30. This American cycling team is known for its distinctive argyle kits – a perfect complement to vehicles renowned for their distinctive Scandinavian style. Read the Saab/Slipstream Sports press release for more details about this stylish and powerful partnership.
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