Why have the Saturn automobiles been discontinued?

Saturn automobiles were discontinued primarily due to the economic downturn of 2008-2009 and General Motors' (GM's) subsequent bankruptcy and restructuring. While Saturn had struggled with declining sales and a lack of strong brand identity for years beforehand, the financial crisis exacerbated these problems.

GM decided to cut its losses and discontinue the Saturn brand as part of its broader strategy to streamline its operations and focus on its more profitable brands. The decision wasn't solely based on Saturn's performance, but also on the overall need to reduce GM's debt and regain its financial stability. Essentially, Saturn became a casualty of the broader auto industry crisis and GM's restructuring efforts.