Price: $14,299 The sport-touring segment has some real stalwarts, and Suzuki is a small manufacturer. However, when it puts its mind to something, it can come up with some real gems like the Hayabusa.

The Japanese automaker had announced the planned production stoppage of the Swift subcompact, excluding the Swift Sport model, from May 26 through June 6, citing a shortage of components.

There may be radio silence on a new Swift Sport, but like its fans, Suzuki Australia is patiently awaiting any 'surprise' ...