TOKYO (AP) — Osamu Suzuki, the charismatic former boss of Suzuki Motor Corp. who helped turn the Japanese mini-vehicle maker into a globally competitive company, has died, the company said Friday.

TOKYO — Osamu Suzuki, the charismatic former boss of Suzuki Motor Corp. who helped turn the Japanese mini-vehicle maker into a globally competitive company, has died, the company said Dec. 27.

Suzuki Motor Former Boss Osamu Suzuki, Who Turned the Minicar Maker Into a Global Player, Dies at 94 TOKYO (AP) — Osamu Suzuki, the charismatic former boss of Suzuki Motor Corp. who helped turn ...

Suzuki was known for his candid remarks and friendliness, calling himself an "old guy from a small to mid-size company." ...