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Suzuki says wrong fuel-economy tests used in Japan, joining Mitsubishi

Green Car Reports

The Volkswagen diesel scandal has led to increased scrutiny on all carmakers' compliance with emission and related fuel-economy rules. Last month, Mitsubishi admitted to manipulating fuel-efficiency tests in Japan, resulting in overstated fuel-economy ratings for over 620,000 small "kei" cars.

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New 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid undercuts MG3 to be Australia’s cheapest electrified car: But should it actually be called a hybrid?

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The 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid mini-car has claimed the crown as Australia’s cheapest electrified new vehicle, undercutting the equally new MG3 in the process. Suzuki has already stated the arrival of the Swift hybrid begins its transition to electrical assistance across much of its range. 100km fuel consumption average.

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BorgWarner launches new low-friction engine timing chain; 0.3-0.6% improvement in fuel economy

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mm inverted tooth silent engine timing chains are launching on engines from Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Hyundai, General Motors Korea and one Chinese automaker. improvement in fuel economy based on customer testing. BorgWarner’s next-generation 6.35 The new timing chain is designed to reduce friction, resulting in as much as 0.3

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Suzuki reports fuel economy testing irregularities in Japan but says no need to amend values

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Suzuki announcement that it has found “some discrepancies” between the automobile emission and fuel efficiency testing methodology it has used in Japan and the requirements from Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). The issues do not apply to products sold under the Suzuki badge outside of Japan.

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We have made All New Swift 100 kg lighter than its 1st gen: CTO, Maruti Suzuki  | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Nowhere is this journey better chronicled than in one of India’s top selling car models – the Maruti Suzuki Swift. Over a span of two decades, Maruti Suzuki has managed to shave no less than 100 kg off its weight, says CV Raman, Executive Committee Member and Former CTO, Maruti Suzuki India. from 2022 to 2032.

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Maruti Suzuki Swift: 19 years of swift success in India. What makes it standout

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 27 Apr 2024, 10:40 AM The Maruti Suzuki Swift has been in the Indian market since 2005. Over the generations, the Swift has been a top seller in the Indian passenger car market. --> The Maruti Suzuki Swift has been in the Indian market since 2005. Read more Maruti Suzuki sold over 1.95

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2024 Suzuki Swift to soon go on sale in this country before launching in India

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 27 Mar 2024, 12:18 PM 2024 Suzuki Swift will come with a new three-cylinder petrol engine that is supposed to be more fuel efficient than the current four-cylinder unit. Suzuki will sell the Swift in two variants – Motion and Ultra. 2024 Swift comes with some significant cosmetic changes.

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