Archive for January, 2010

New Suzuki Alto Lapin: Mini-Me Nissan Cube…

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Suzuki’s all-too feminine Alto Lapin microvan has received a modest aesthetic facelift that brings it a “little bit” closer to appearance to the third-generation Nissan Cube that was unveiled at last week’s LA auto show. The boxy-shaped “kei-car” that was initially introduced in 2002 is available only in Japan where it is offered with a [...]

Suzuki Announces New COO

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation today announced a high-level management change with the appointment of Osamu Suzuki as the company’s new president and COO -short for Chief Operating Officer. Osama Suzuki, who is also the firm’s chairman and CEO (Chief Executing Officer) replaces Hiroshi Tsuda, who recently resigned due to health reasons, but will continue with [...]

Suzuki offers GT Sport Package for Splash

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Buyers of the Suzuki Splash in The Netherlands who are looking to spice up the appearance of the Japanese automaker’s city car are now able to opt for a new GT styling package. It consists of two front bumper pieces, side skirts, door moldings, a roof spoiler, a faux diffuser for the rear bumper, wheel [...]

Video: Suzuki Alto Mini

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Suzuki performed the global debut of its all-new Alto mini car at the Paris show. If you were expecting to see a production version of the A-Star Concept that made a splash at last year’s Tokyo Show, then you’d definitely be disappointed with the outcome. At any rate, measuring just 3.5 meters in length the [...]

Suzuki Grand Vitara Facelift with new 2.4L Engine: 32 High-Res Photos

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Marking the celebrations for the 20 years of the Vitara and Grand Vitara models, Suzuki launched the facelifted version of its latest generation compact SUV in Europe this week. The Grand Vitara which is available in both three and five-door body styles, features subtle styling tweaks and most importantly, a new 2.4-litre petrol engine matted [...]