The four-millionth export engine, a 2.8-litre turbocharged V6 from Holden in Australia, is to be shipped to Sweden for a Saab 9-3 Aero.
Saab, as part of the global portfolio of GM brands, is increasinlgly using technology from other parts of the large American pensions and healthcare company's business.
Production of the 'Global V6' began just two years ago and, together with Holden's 'Family II' four-cylinder, has been making inroads into Holden's export volume.
GM Holden chairman and managing director Denny Mooney said engine manufacturing for export and domestic markets was an important part of Holden’s operations and complemented the company’s vehicle exports.
"The fact that we have built four million engines for other markets around the world highlights how serious GM is about manufacturing in Australia. This is a significant contribution to our global operations and has involved many collaborations worldwide," he said.
That's nice, then.
Saab and Alfa Romeo are two of a number of customers for Holden's V6 engine.
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