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2012 New-Vehicle Sales: ‘Exceeded All of Our Expectations’
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The number-crunchers have been earning their keep the last few weeks. With their mathematical weapon of choice in hand, be it a calculator, tally counter or even a trusty abacus, they’ve kept an exacting total of how many vehicles automakers sold over the past 12 months. How did things shake out? Which brand nearly doubled…
14 Cars Axed in 2012
As 2012 winds to an end, AutoGuide looks back at all the vehicles that received the axe this year, some that will be missed, while others surely won’t be. Starting it off is the Acura ZDX, a crossover that had a very tough time breaking into the market. Priced at around $51,815 including delivery, the…
Top 10 Automotive Stories of 2012
With a heavy heart the staff of AutoGuide.com say goodbye to 2012, along with its triumphs and tragedies. We await the New Year with open arms, and welcome its promise of a better world. According to the Chinese zodiac, 2012 was a year of the dragon, and it proved to be the stuff of legend,…
Suzuki Heads to 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon with Wagon Rs
Suzuki may have ceased its operations in America, but the Japanese automaker continues on as normal overseas, heading to the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon with several Wagon R models.
2007 Suzuki XL7 Recalled for Faulty Fuel Pump
American Suzuki is issuing out a recall for 2,830 XL7 SUVs for a faulty fuel pump that could potentially cause a fuel leak.
Suzuki Demand Rising after Bankruptcy
American Suzuki Corp. filed for bankruptcy recently and announced its exit from the U.S. market, and now the company is importing 2,500 more cars to America to meet a rise in demand.
Suzuki Ordering 2,500 More Cars for US Market
Despite filing for Chapter 11 last month, American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) is buying an additional 2,500 vehicles from Japan to sell in the U.S. market.
Suzuki Sales Increase as Brand Offloads Product
Suzuki is scrambling to sell its remaining stock in the U.S. and to a certain extent it seems to be working.
Most Researched Cars of the Week: November 18 – 24
Compacts and sub-compacts were the most popularly queried cars this week with selections from both Japan and the U.S. filling the list.
Suzuki Dealers Face Tough Decision on Compensation
Now that Suzuki has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the states, the brand’s dealers are faced with a decision; take a cash settlement from the brand, or fight Suzuki HQ in bankruptcy court.
American Suzuki Needs Loan to Limp from US Market
American Suzuki ended its North American car selling operation earlier this week, but that left a crowd of unhappy dealers the company is now trying to pay off.
Suzuki Car Sales to Continue in Canada
While Suzuki’s automotive distribution arm has filed for bankruptcy in America, the company has announced that it will continue to sell cars in Canada.
Suzuki Bankrupt, Files for Chapter 11 in America
Despite a positive 5 percent sales increase for the month of October, American Suzuki is preparing to close up shop in North America, announcing it will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
October 2012 Auto Sales: “Extremely Strong”
Another Halloween has passed and with it the 10th month of the year. As automakers turn another page on the calendar they’re finally reporting sales for October. Were they on the business end of a nasty trick or did they receive a tasty treat? Keep reading for all the juicy details.
Suzuki S-Cross Concept Teased Again Before Paris Debut
A new crossover from Suzuki called the S-Cross will make its debut at the upcoming 2012 Paris Motor Show, and once again the company has dropped a teaser image, this time of the rear end of the car.
2014 Suzuki SX4 Rear End Revealed in Spy Photos
Far from being the most exciting car to show up in a set of spy photos, the 2014 Suzuki SX4 small crossover will split from its current platform which it shares with Fiat to become its own car.
Mitsubishi and Suzuki on Life Support
Ask anyone who’s been watching and they’ll probably tell you both Mitsubishi and Suzuki are living on borrowed time in the U.S. market.
Suzuki Crossover Concept Teased for Paris
Despite struggling outside the kei car segment, which it does very well in, Suzuki will debut a crossover concept at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in September.
2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara Styling Update Confirmed
The North American Suzuki Grand Vitara will get some of the updates announced for its Japanese cousin: the Escudo.
Top 10 Least Expensive Crossovers of 2012
Crossovers continue to be one of the most competitive new car segments in the industry, and that’s a good thing for car buyers. With more and more entries into the market, prices have dropped across the board. Here’s a quick look at the top 10 cheapest crossover vehicles.
Suzuki Shrinking Monthly as Execs Favor Cost Cutting Over Investment
A report out this morning documenting the downward spiral that Suzuki is caught in hints strongly that the Japanese automaker is looking to exit the North American marketplace. For starters, sales are down. From a total of just over 100,000 in 2007, Suzuki moved just 26,618 units last year and is poised to deliver an…
Volkswagen and Suzuki Court Decision Won’t Come Until 2013
The ongoing saga between Volkswagen and Suzuki may last a bit longer. The German automaker is facing arbitration brought by the Japanese automaker to end their partnership, and VW said that the London court handling the proceedings won’t reach a decision before next year. The break up has been a rough one when back in…
Fiat-Volvo Partnership a New Possibility
A few years ago, Italian auto giant Fiat was very close to partnering up with General Motors. However, that deal went sour at the last minute and a few years after that, Fiat bought a big chunk of Chrysler in its quest to have a large slice of the American market. More recently, the company…
Fiat-Chrysler Could Join Forces With Mazda or Suzuki
Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne is open to the possibility of a partnership with another automaker to help Chrysler-Fiat’s ailing sales in Europe, with Suzuki and Mazda being cited by the CEO as viable options. Speaking about the possibility of new partners, Marchionne said, “We’re not looking, but we are open [to offers],” at a discussion with…
