The Saab logo depicts a red griffin, a mythical creature having the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion. The griffin is based on the coat of arms of the founder, Count von Skane. The logo has a deep blue backdrop with the company name written in all capital letters in a bold sans-serif typeface. The red griffin is bordered in silver and wears a gold crown.
Saab, formerly Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget (Swedish Aeroplane Corporation), was a Swedish aerospace and defense company with a strong involvement in the automobile business. Saab Automobile was a subsidiary of Saab AB that produced vehicles. Saab vehicles were renowned for their distinctive looks, engineering ingenuity, and emphasis on safety.
