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Title: PR: ASMC announces SWT
Post by: ebewley on October 05, 2004, 01:52:04 AM
BREA, Calif. (October 1, 2004) - Taking its cue from the popularity of the personalized automotive styling trend, American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) announces "Suzuki Works Techno" (SWT) vehicle styling packages, designed to enhance and personalize Suzuki cars and SUVs sold in the United States.

Arriving at dealerships in November, limited-production SWT packages for the new Suzuki Reno, the anticipated five-door car slated to hit showrooms this fall, are the first in a series of product enhancements prompted by significant dealer and customer interest and demand. The Suzuki Reno SWT package is geared toward Generations X and Y and will be followed by high-style SWT trim packages for the Aerio five-door sedan, Aerio SX five-door crossover, Forenza premium compact sedan and Forenza Wagon.

"SWT personalized styling packages are a big hit in Japan with Suzuki enthusiasts looking to express their automotive individuality," said Gary Sherfey, accessories sales and marketing manager, ASMC. "Now, Suzuki owners in the U.S. can use SWT products to stylize their cars and create their own unique look"

Popular in the Japanese market since December 2001, the SWT trim packages will be available in the U.S. for the first time. The Suzuki Reno SWT "Street" package features:



In addition to the standard SWT package that can be easily and quickly installed by dealers, enthusiasts can select from other SWT options and add-ons:



Additional products are in development and will be available via American Suzuki dealerships throughout 2005. New products are being developed in conjunction with new models and will be launched with the new vehicles. Most packages will have slight variations from car to car and future plans call for distinct model-year packages to ensure maximum consumer appeal.

"We're in a new era of automotive customization and personalization as buyers want to drive a car as unique as they are," said Ed Craig, automotive accessory development manager, ASMC. "These high-style packages are appealing to trendsetters and car enthusiasts alike."

In addition to the packages, Suzuki will offer SWT apparel and promotional items including, hats, mugs, key fobs and polo, camp and t-shirts.



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Title: Re: PR: ASMC announces SWT
Post by: 95xl7 on October 05, 2004, 01:58:39 AM
WOW, that should really make em' faster now!!
Title: Re: PR: ASMC announces SWT
Post by: Maiden Hell on October 05, 2004, 10:26:06 AM
How about some Suzuki Sport performance upgrades?
Title: Re: PR: ASMC announces SWT
Post by: jookycola on October 05, 2004, 10:37:59 AM
no, only the SWT "stickers" make them faster!   ;D

and as for performance, the Verona motor is a porsche design, and the Forenza is a GM/Holden Design that has a nice aftermarket following in it's native country down under.  SWT will develop the ones that can be U.S. cafe certified and sell them.
Title: Re: PR: ASMC announces SWT
Post by: Maiden Hell on October 06, 2004, 10:44:40 AM
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no, only the SWT "stickers" make them faster!   ;D

and as for performance, the Verona motor is a porsche design, and the Forenza is a GM/Holden Design that has a nice aftermarket following in it's native country down under.  SWT will develop the ones that can be U.S. cafe certified and sell them.


Cool.  Still....this ain't no Japan... :(
Title: Re: PR: ASMC announces SWT
Post by: Samurai_Hamster on October 07, 2004, 12:39:41 PM
I'd love to add some horses to my rig.  Alas, "ricing" it just don't cut it.  Stickers do not a fast rig make.

It should be a law that prohibits zukes from being lowered, only lifted.  Anyone caught in violation gets his gonads fried!