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American Suzuki restructures under Chapter 11; exiting auto market in US

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American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), the sole distributor in the continental United States of Suzuki Motor Corporation automobiles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and marine outboard engines, will restructure under chapter 11. The company plans to wind down and discontinue new automobile sales in the continental US.

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American Suzuki Motor receives bankruptcy court approval of up to $100M in Debtor-In-Possession (DIP) financing

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As previously announced, ASMC is continuing to market and sell its remaining US automobile inventory through its national network of automotive dealers. Further, ASMC continues to provide marketing and incentives to help promote the continued sale of the automobiles remaining in dealer inventory and the pipeline.

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Valence Signs Multi-Year Li-ion Supply Agreement with Bénéteau Group for Hybrid Vessels

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Under the multi-year agreement, Valence Technology will serve as the exclusive battery supplier for all new Bénéteau Group hybrid-electric vessels that incorporate the ZF Marine hybrid drive systems. The Bénéteau Group has 22 production sites and 450 dealers in more than 50 countries. Valence Technology, Inc. Earlier post.).

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Flash Drive: 2024 Mazda CX-90

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During our day driving across three of the four bridges that span San Francisco Bay, we ventured to Marin, Sonoma and Napa Counties for what could be a bucket list road trip for most people. Visit your local Mazda dealer to see how the 2024 CX-90 fits your driving lifestyle. Overall, it is a very important car for us.”

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Flash Drive: 2024 Kia EV9

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For a one time fee, a Boost mode can be downloaded through the dealer. seconds Top speed: 115 mph Curb Weight: 5,324 pounds Max Towing: 2,000 pounds Wind and Land 280 miles AER (with optional 20-inch wheels) 99.8 Though not marketed as an off-road trail seeker, the EV9 Wind, Land and GT-Line models do come with all-wheel drive.

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

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How about a car-mounted wind-generator? Toyota has had a battery recycling program since 1998 and even offers dealers a $200 bounty to ensure batteries arent just thrown away (described at end of linked document). At the moment, only 2004-2007 Priuses , and to a limited extent, the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrids.

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