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Osamu Suzuki, Former Chairman of Suzuki Motor, Dies at 94 from Malignant Lymphoma on December 25

Dec 27, 2024, 07:21 AM

Osamu Suzuki, the former chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation, passed away on December 25 at the age of 94. He played a pivotal role in the company's global expansion and was instrumental in the popularization of lightweight vehicles in Japan, including models like the Alto and Wagon R. Suzuki led the company for over four decades, significantly contributing to its development into a major global automotive manufacturer. His death was attributed to malignant lymphoma, marking the end of an era for the company he helped shape.