Rallye de France-Tour de Corse, Sunday 12 October, day three: Suzuki scores a point in Corsica

The dramatic and challenging asphalt roads of Corsica have provided a
stimulating challenge for Suzuki that has enabled the team to learn many
valuable lessons for SX4 WRC’s development in the future.

Toni Gardemeister also added to the team’s constructors’ score after three tough days
characterised by bumpy surfaces, unexpectedly warm temperatures and plenty
of action. Gardemeister finished 13th while his young team mate P-G
Andersson was 17th, having been… Continue reading

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Rallye de France-Tour de Corse (F), Saturday 11 October, day two (SS7-SS12): Up and down day for Suzuki on the twisty roads of Corsica

Having proved they have the pace for a points finish in Corsica, the two
Suzuki SX4 WRCs of Toni Gardemeister and P-G Andersson hit trouble in
separate incidents on the same stage at the end of day two.

The yellow cars started the day in a strong position to score driver and manufacturer
points, with Toni Gardemeister holding a points-scoring place for most of
the day. Unfortunately he… Continue reading

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Suzuki World Rally Team representatives cautiously optimistic about the team’s participation in the 2009 WRC

According to GPWEEK.com the Suzuki WRT appear to be slightly guarded about their paricipation in the 2009 WRC.

Speaking to GP WEEK Suzuki Motor company representative Ryohei Matsumoto stated: 

We are busy making plans for 2009 but there is no commitment at this time that we will continue in the FIA World Rally Championship.

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