ENVIRONMENT
Suzuki and the Environment
To help create more long-term value for our customers we are committed to environmental conservation both in the design of our products and in the way we operate our businesses throughout the world. The Suzuki fleet is among the most fuel-efficient with the lowest CO2 emissions in the world.
Our manufacturing plants make full use of natural resource recycling, regeneration, and the advanced utilisation of waste, adhering strictly to a tenant of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. In March 2002 Suzuki established its Global Environment Charter as its standard concept for environmental activities, within which it promotes a wide range of environmental policies throughout the Suzuki network.
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Strict Environmental Standards
Suzuki has developed far-reaching policies that affect every part of its business, from management to manufacturing, distribution to disposal. These policies are designed specifically to maintain or improve upon environmental management systems and reduce environmental pressure that may result from business activities and products.
Improving Fuel Economy
With its focus on compact vehicles, Suzuki has possibly the most efficient overall fleet of any modern car company in the world today. Major advances in fuel economy are being achieved by improving engine efficiency, drive systems, vehicle weight, and reducing air resistance.
Reduced Emissions
All Suzuki vehicles meet or exceed current emission standards and are nearing proposed 2015 standards well ahead of time. Several models, including the Suzuki Swift, have gained Super Ultra Low emissions (EURO 4-star certification) and have managed to achieve a 75% reduction in emissions in the past three years alone.
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
Suzuki is at the forefront of recyclable vehicle design, employing recyclable materials in exterior and interior resinous parts. This is an important development that allows for easy recycling of end-of-life cars.
Developing the Use of Clean Energy
Suzuki is a member of the national JHFC (Japan Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Demonstration) project and is working to
improve the durability and range of its revolutionary new fuel-cell electric vehicles. In 2003 Suzuki gained certification for the development of its compact fuelcell vehicles, and in 2004, for the first domestically produced hydrogen powered vehicles. Leading the charge is the fuel-cell powered SX4-FCV (pictured).
Helping You Help Yourself
Most new Suzukis have an instantaneous fuel use gauge to help you monitor your fuel consumption as you drive. What this means is a greater understanding of fuel efficient driving and a on-going indication of your new Suzuki's fuel consumption. Helping you help yourself to drive more fuel efficiently and in-turn being kinder to the planet.
Suzuki is at the forefront of recyclable vehicle design, employing recyclable materials in exterior and interior resinous parts. This is an important development that allows for easy recycling of end-of-life cars.
