One month after the announcement of the failure of their partnership agreement signed in 2009, the strained relationship between Suzuki and Volkswagen doesn’t seem to get any better. Following a number of mutual accusations concerning the supply of Fiat Powertrain 1.6 Mjet engines to the Japanese carmaker, Suzuki returns to the charge demanding access to the hybrid technology that the VAG Group was supposed to provide them with.

According to Reuters, Suzuki has given VW two weeks to comply to its obligations, otherwise they will interrupt any relationship with the German group and start legal action against them. Besides, Suzuki has asked Volkswagen to sell back its 19.9 per cent stake in Suzuki if it will not honor the notice. Volkswagen said they are also considering legal options in response to Suzuki’s notice, denying any breach of contract from their side.

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