American Suzuki Motor Corp. continues to achieve strong sales, posting a 23 percent increase in November 2004 compared to the same month last year and a 27 percent increase in year-to-date sales. Leading the way for the model line was the Forenza sedan posting sales of 1,872 units and XL-7 posting sales of 1,179 units this month.

Fueling Suzuki's record sales and success is the rapidly expanding product line featuring the addition of two new vehicles to the 2005 family: the five-door compact Suzuki Reno and versatile Forenza Wagon, in showrooms now. These products, combined with the growing network of more than 525 U.S. dealers and America's #1 Warranty, Suzuki's industry-leading, 100,000-mile, fully transferable, zero-deductible powertrain limited warranty, continue to strengthen the Suzuki brand.

"Given the milestones we achieved this year, our continued commitment to growth, plus two new vehicles in our 2005 model line, we're aiming high for another successful model year," said Koichi Suzuki, president of American Suzuki's Automotive Operations. "Suzuki continues to grow in the U.S. market by exceeding consumer expectations for capable toughness, leading-edge styling and high-end features - all with prices well below the competition. We feel that Suzuki is in a solid position for continued growth."

About American Suzuki

The Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corp., Brea, was founded in 1985 by Suzuki Motor Corp. ASMC markets automobiles in the United States through a network of more than 525 automotive dealerships in 49 states. ASMC's parent company, Suzuki Motor Corp. (SMC), based in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a diversified worldwide automobile manufacturer. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, it has 139 distributors in 125 countries.