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### [![Suzuki Bike Buying 101](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/GSX250%20Boost%20edited-1.jpg?width=600&name=GSX250%20Boost%20edited-1.jpg) 16 Jan 2024 Suzuki Bike Buying 101 New Zealand is easily one of the best countries in the world to be a motorcyclist. Not only do you have the incredible scenery that created Middle Earth for The Lord of the Rings films...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/suzuki-bike-buying-101)

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### [![Our Top 3 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs at Suzuki NZ](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/Suzuki-Vitara-Hybrid-Hybrid-005.jpg?width=600&name=Suzuki-Vitara-Hybrid-Hybrid-005.jpg) 20 Nov 2023 Our Top 3 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs at Suzuki NZ Extra ride height, spacious interiors and sporty-looking bodies are some of the reasons more and more Kiwis are turning to an SUV as their vehicle of choice. However, SUVs or ‘sports...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/our-top-3-most-fuel-efficient-suvs-at-suzuki-nz)

### [![How to Use Your Mobile Phone While Driving Safely & Legally](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/How-to-Use-Your-Mobile-Phone-While-Driving-Safely-1.jpeg?width=600&name=How-to-Use-Your-Mobile-Phone-While-Driving-Safely-1.jpeg) 09 Nov 2023 How to Use Your Mobile Phone While Driving Safely & Legally A mobile phone is a very handy communication device that most of us would never consider leaving home without it. That’s why it can be tempting to use while you are driving, even...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/how-to-use-your-mobile-phone-while-driving-safely-legally)

### [![Finding the Most Comfortable SUV for Seniors: Safe and Easy Options](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_479079971original-2-1.jpeg?width=600&name=AdobeStock_479079971original-2-1.jpeg) 25 Aug 2023 Finding the Most Comfortable SUV for Seniors: Safe and Easy Options Affordability, safety, and comfort are some of the common factors we all look for when buying a car. However, finding a reliable, safe, easy to use and reasonably priced ride becomes...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/finding-the-most-comfortable-suv-for-seniors-safe-and-easy-options)

### [![5 Reasons Why Every Car Needs Floor Mats](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/Accessories%20blog.jpg?width=600&name=Accessories%20blog.jpg) 02 Aug 2023 5 Reasons Why Every Car Needs Floor Mats Muddy shoes, spilled coffee, food crumbs… As your home away from home, your car is most likely subjected to all sorts of hazards on a daily basis. As one of our prized possessions,...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/5-reasons-why-every-car-needs-floor-mats)

### [![What is a Hybrid Car and How Do They Work?](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/SZA%20Automobiles/SZA%20Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/Suzuki-Swift-City-Driving-Rear.jpg?width=600&name=Suzuki-Swift-City-Driving-Rear.jpg) 27 Jul 2023 What is a Hybrid Car and How Do They Work? If you’ve not bought a car in a while, you may be amazed and slightly confused at how things have changed. With eco-friendly driving and low emissions a key focus, the rapid arrival of...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/what-is-a-hybrid-car-and-how-do-they-work)

### [![The 3 Best Cars for City Driving and Your Urban Commute](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/images/blogs/SUZ%203%20Best%20Cars%20For%20City%20Driving%20Header%20Image.png?width=600&name=SUZ%203%20Best%20Cars%20For%20City%20Driving%20Header%20Image.png) 10 Jul 2023 The 3 Best Cars for City Driving and Your Urban Commute Driving in the city and out in the country are two very different types of journeys that require different features from your car. A city commute involves a lot of waiting in...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/the-3-best-cars-for-city-driving-and-your-urban-commute)

### [![Why Car Insurance Is A Must-Have In New Zealand](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/50.png?width=600&name=50.png) 07 Jul 2023 Why Car Insurance Is A Must-Have In New Zealand Even though car insurance isn't mandatory in New Zealand, it is definitely one of those things you should have to protect yourself in case the unexpected happens. When you are involved...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/why-car-insurance-is-a-must-have-in-new-zealand)

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