SUZUKI OF WICHITA HONORED FOR OUTSTANDING SALES AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Wichita, KS  American Suzuki Motor Corp. names Suzuki of Wichita to its 2008 President's Club making it one of the top 7 dealers in the company's U.S. dealer network, which totals over 400. Suzuki Auto dealers qualify for the coveted honor based on annual sales volume and by garnering high customer satisfaction scores in both sales and service categories.

"We are thrilled to be a Suzuki President's Club dealer  and we couldn't have done it without the support of the community," said Scott Pitman of Suzuki of Wichita.

Suzuki of Wichita ranked fourth in sales for all Suzuki dealers nationally, and first in sales for the central region. A key driver of Suzuki of Wichita East's success was the dealer's superior customer satisfaction ratings. Compared with all dealers, Suzuki of Wichita ranked 10th in sales satisfaction as measured by JD Powers and Associates.

"Suzuki's sales, despite a difficult economic climate in 2008, were aided by outstanding dealerships such as Suzuki of Wichita," said Kevin Saito, president of American Suzuki. "I applaud Scott, and his dedicated staff for their commitment to increase sales and provide exemplary customer service and satisfaction throughout the year."

About Suzuki
The Brea, Calif.-based Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corporation was founded in 1963 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and currently markets its vehicles in the United States through a network of approximately 400 automotive dealerships and numerous other motorcycle, ATV and marine distributors in 49 states. With global headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and outboard motor manufacturer. In 2008, SMC sold more than two million new cars and trucks and more than three million motorcycles and ATVs. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 193 countries and regions.