CR's publisher, Consumers Union, put forth an argument that the Japanese automaker had little evidence to back up the libel case, and that it should be thrown out of court. The court, nevertheless, refused to block Suzuki's lawsuit, therefore it continues.
To be fair, Suzuki had a right to be upset at CR's report. The Samurai, which was introduced in 1985, sold well over its first three years to the tune of approximately 150,000 units. In 1987 it reached its peak, selling about 80,000. But after CR's report American Suzuki never completely recovered in North America. Suzuki claims it suffered losses exceeding USD$60 million since the report.
Still, the court will need to decide if there is enough evidence to convict CR and those involved within the publication of Suzuki's claims.