Suzuki is a brand known best for its motorcycles, but the company also had a small lineup of four-wheeled vehicles. However, American Suzuki Motor Corporation recently announced it would be discontinuing the sale of its cars and trucks in the States. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and plans to restructure its business to focus on its motorsports and marine divisions.

Suzuki officials evaluated the automotive branch of the company, and determined there were too many challenges outweighing the benefits of continuing to manufacture cars and trucks for the American market. The roadblocks include low sales, a limited model lineup and the high costs of expansion and maintaining a sales presence in the U.S. The release also cited increasing federal costs and restrictions for automakers as a factor that influenced this decision.

The company plans to market and sell the rest of its current inventory through its dealer network, giving Suzuki fans the chance to purchase new vehicles such as the Equator pickup truck and the Grand Vitara crossover SUV. While American sales of cars and trucks will come to an end soon, Suzuki of Japan will continue to produce similar models, which means American drivers who own Suzukis will still be able to find the parts and accessories they need to keep their cars on the road.

Those who are interested in purchasing used Suzukis may want to head over to New Jersey State AUto Auction soon to find the ride they want. As sales taper off and eventually stop, it will likely become increasingly difficult to find used Suzuki cars and trucks. However, NJ State Auto carries a wide selection of makes and models, so even if car shoppers cannot find their dream Suzuki, there are still plenty of vehicles to choose from.