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The Japanese carmaker has been developing fuel cell vehicles in cooperation with General Motors (GM) since 2001 and up until now, it has tested three fuel cell mini vehicles on public roads with ministerial approval: the MR Wagon-FCV and Wagon R-FCV in October 2003 and the MR Wagon-FCV again in December 2004.
In less than four years after it first entered the market, production of Suzuki’s current generation Swift has surpassed the one million mark. Despite the fact that the Swift’s development was focused on the demands and tastes of the European market in terms of design and driving characteristics, Suzuki’s mini car is a global minicar in outlook and production. The Swift was first built in
Looks can definitely be deceiving as this special edition version of the Suzuki SX4 proves. Although Suzuki 
Via: WFC
Available in the German market from June 2008, the Suzuki Swift “Black and White” is a special edition model with a limited run of 1,200 units. As its name suggests, the limited version of the Swift 1.3 will be offered exclusively in two special metallic colors – pearl black and pearl white.The vehicle’s standard equipment includes among other things, new 16-inch, 7-spoke alloy wheels in 195/45 R15 tires, “Black and White” special decals on the outside and matching mats on the inside along with a Clarion DVD/Navigation system with a large 6.9-inch color screen and a 30 GB hard drive. Optionally, Suzuki also offers a subtle bodykit that's pictured in the black Swift. Prices in
Suzuki is offering Suzuki GB Motorsport Manager Ian Robinson said: “We have worked hard to create a series which will be ultra-competitive as well as cost-effective, a balance rarely found in motorsport. We are confident that we have done that and are looking forward to the first round on April 18th.”
“Suzuki have been great supporters of the BRC,” comments British Rally Championship Manager Mark Taylor. “They have been providing a ladder for talent over the past few years. The innovative way that the cars are available means that people who may never have been able to compete at this level now can, it’s a great starter package that can only be good for unveiling the great talent we have in British rallying.”
Technical and Equipment Specification – Suzuki Swift Sport Cup
Body / Body preparation
FIA approved roll cage and rollcage padding set
Safety harness mount
Complete body reinforcement
Axle stand tubes
Painting of inside of vehicle and wheel arches
Seat mount pipe for seat bracket attaching points
Bonnet pins, rear gate pins
Sump guard and attaching kit (support bar and boss)
Fuel tank guard and under floor protection
Proflex shock absorber and spring set (gravel, Tarmac)
Reinforcement of suspension mounting points
Fire extinguisher mounting brackets
Assembly, adjustment and initial set-up
Final completion check
Safety
Safety harnesses (Sabelt 904183E) (2 sets)
Automatic fire extinguisher (Sabelt ES04)
Hand held fire extinguisher (Sabelt ES07)
Cut off switch & harness kit
Interior
Footrest for Co-driver (Sabelt Z170460)
Brakes
Competition brake pad set
Teflon brake lines (wheel arch)
Fuel system
Fuel pipe kit – full system
Engine
Cup spec exhaust pipes
Free flow air filter
Strengthened engine and gearbox mountings
Uprated clutch disc and clutch cover
Drive train
Mechanical limited slip differential
Altered final drive ratio
Cross ratio kit (1st gear)
Strengthened drive shafts
Lamps
Light Pod (halogen type – PIAA lamps)
Optional parts for car build
Map light - £17
Intercom – Peltor FMT 110 - £141
Intercom – Peltor FMT 200 - £484
Peltor headrests (each) - £106
Trip meter 100 - £267
Trip meter 200 - £358
Shift light pro - £76
Suzuki is offering Suzuki GB Motorsport Manager Ian Robinson said: “We have worked hard to create a series which will be ultra-competitive as well as cost-effective, a balance rarely found in motorsport. We are confident that we have done that and are looking forward to the first round on April 18th.”
“Suzuki have been great supporters of the BRC,” comments British Rally Championship Manager Mark Taylor. “They have been providing a ladder for talent over the past few years. The innovative way that the cars are available means that people who may never have been able to compete at this level now can, it’s a great starter package that can only be good for unveiling the great talent we have in British rallying.”
Technical and Equipment Specification – Suzuki Swift Sport Cup
Body / Body preparation
FIA approved roll cage and rollcage padding set
Safety harness mount
Complete body reinforcement
Axle stand tubes
Painting of inside of vehicle and wheel arches
Seat mount pipe for seat bracket attaching points
Bonnet pins, rear gate pins
Sump guard and attaching kit (support bar and boss)
Fuel tank guard and under floor protection
Proflex shock absorber and spring set (gravel, Tarmac)
Reinforcement of suspension mounting points
Fire extinguisher mounting brackets
Assembly, adjustment and initial set-up
Final completion check
Safety
Safety harnesses (Sabelt 904183E) (2 sets)
Automatic fire extinguisher (Sabelt ES04)
Hand held fire extinguisher (Sabelt ES07)
Cut off switch & harness kit
Interior
Footrest for Co-driver (Sabelt Z170460)
Brakes
Competition brake pad set
Teflon brake lines (wheel arch)
Fuel system
Fuel pipe kit – full system
Engine
Cup spec exhaust pipes
Free flow air filter
Strengthened engine and gearbox mountings
Uprated clutch disc and clutch cover
Drive train
Mechanical limited slip differential
Altered final drive ratio
Cross ratio kit (1st gear)
Strengthened drive shafts
Lamps
Light Pod (halogen type – PIAA lamps)
Optional parts for car build
Map light - £17
Intercom – Peltor FMT 110 - £141
Intercom – Peltor FMT 200 - £484
Peltor headrests (each) - £106
Trip meter 100 - £267
Trip meter 200 - £358
Shift light pro - £76
American Suzuki Chairman Ryosaku ("Rick") Suzuki - he's the grandson of Michio Suzuki, founder of Suzuki Motor Corp, said that he will step down from his position due to the automaker’s poor sales and earnings in a letter sent to the company’s employees on Friday, March 28. According to AN, Rick Suzuki stated in the letter that while in 2003 American Suzuki Motor Company (ASMC) implemented and announced a five-year plan to achieve annual sales of 200,000 cars and 300,000 motorcycles & ATVs, 2008 found the company far from its goals, with sales of 100,000 cars and 190,000 motorcycles & ATVs. –Continued
Unfortunately for ASMC employees, Rick Suzuki also wrote in the letter that due to the fact the company reported operating losses in 2007, it will reduce its U.S. work force of 674 by 55 employees through a voluntary retirement plan and that ASMC "is in no position to provide any bonus, let alone pay raise this year".
Via: AN (Sub. Req)
American Suzuki Chairman Ryosaku ("Rick") Suzuki - he's the grandson of Michio Suzuki, founder of Suzuki Motor Corp, said that he will step down from his position due to the automaker’s poor sales and earnings in a letter sent to the company’s employees on Friday, March 28. According to AN, Rick Suzuki stated in the letter that while in 2003 American Suzuki Motor Company (ASMC) implemented and announced a five-year plan to achieve annual sales of 200,000 cars and 300,000 motorcycles & ATVs, 2008 found the company far from its goals, with sales of 100,000 cars and 190,000 motorcycles & ATVs. –Continued
Unfortunately for ASMC employees, Rick Suzuki also wrote in the letter that due to the fact the company reported operating losses in 2007, it will reduce its U.S. work force of 674 by 55 employees through a voluntary retirement plan and that ASMC "is in no position to provide any bonus, let alone pay raise this year".
Via: AN (Sub. Req)
Suzuki’s latest generation Swift is one of our favourite mini cars; it’s reliable and well built, it’s nice on the road and it looks nearly as good as a MINI (….) without costing an arm and a leg. The top-of-the-line Sport version with its perky 125 Hp 1.6-liter is even better adding a dose of sportiness to the mixture. While we wouldn’t have minded a few more horses under the hood, HKS’ offering for the Swift Sport which was redesigned for the Japanese market last year (see here), concentrates on appearance and handling.
The Japanese tuner’s aero kit includes mirror caps, front and rear lip, roof spoiler, hood with an aero scoop and a rear door spoiler all of which are made out of carbon-fibre. The Swift’s exterior looks are complemented by a set of 18-inch Advan RC-III alloys wrapped in
Suzuki’s latest generation Swift is one of our favourite mini cars; it’s reliable and well built, it’s nice on the road and it looks nearly as good as a MINI (….) without costing an arm and a leg. The top-of-the-line Sport version with its perky 125 Hp 1.6-liter is even better adding a dose of sportiness to the mixture. While we wouldn’t have minded a few more horses under the hood, HKS’ offering for the Swift Sport which was redesigned for the Japanese market last year (see here), concentrates on appearance and handling.The Japanese tuner’s aero kit includes mirror caps, front and rear lip, roof spoiler, hood with an aero scoop and a rear door spoiler all of which are made out of carbon-fibre. The Swift’s exterior looks are complemented by a set of 18-inch Advan RC-III alloys wrapped in
As most of readers already know, the Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept sports sedan made its worldwide debut at the New York Auto Show last week and we must say that it won our vote for its aggressive styling. According to Suzuki, the Kizashi 3 is a very close representation of the production model that is set to arrive in the market by 2010. Until then, we’ll have to be content with the image gallery from the NY Show floor and Suzuki’s official, animated video of the concept. –Video after the jump
As most of readers already know, the Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept sports sedan made its worldwide debut at the New York Auto Show last week and we must say that it won our vote for its aggressive styling. According to Suzuki, the Kizashi 3 is a very close representation of the production model that is set to arrive in the market by 2010. Until then, we’ll have to be content with the image gallery from the NY Show floor and Suzuki’s official, animated video of the concept. –Video after the jump
As most of readers already know, the Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept sports sedan made its worldwide debut at the New York Auto Show last week and we must say that it won our vote for its aggressive styling. According to Suzuki, the Kizashi 3 is a very close representation of the production model that is set to arrive in the market by 2010. Until then, we’ll have to be content with the image gallery from the NY Show floor and Suzuki’s official, animated video of the concept. –Video after the jump
As most of readers already know, the Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept sports sedan made its worldwide debut at the New York Auto Show last week and we must say that it won our vote for its aggressive styling. According to Suzuki, the Kizashi 3 is a very close representation of the production model that is set to arrive in the market by 2010. Until then, we’ll have to be content with the image gallery from the NY Show floor and Suzuki’s official, animated video of the concept. –Video after the jump
Revealed for the first time at the New York Auto Show, the third iteration of Suzuki’s Kizashi series is not only the better looking among the three concepts, but it’s also the one closest to the forthcoming production model that’ll follow in 2010. The live pictures from Suzuki’s NY Show booth give us a more realistic view of the Kizashi compared to the press photos we showed you earlier (see here). The concept features a 300 horsepower, 3.6-liter, naturally-aspirated V6 engine with power delivered through a six-speed automatic transmission, with paddle shifters, to all four wheels. –More images after the jump
Revealed for the first time at the New York Auto Show, the third iteration of Suzuki’s Kizashi series is not only the better looking among the three concepts, but it’s also the one closest to the forthcoming production model that’ll follow in 2010. The live pictures from Suzuki’s NY Show booth give us a more realistic view of the Kizashi compared to the press photos we showed you earlier (see here). The concept features a 300 horsepower, 3.6-liter, naturally-aspirated V6 engine with power delivered through a six-speed automatic transmission, with paddle shifters, to all four wheels. –More images after the jump
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