Mazda Introduces All New 'Titan' Truck Series
Tokyo, Japan, June. 24, 2004 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation announces the new Titan truck series, which will go on sale today at Mazda and selected Mazda Anfini dealers throughout Japan. The Titan series boasts the eco-friendly diesel engine lineup, which all comply with Japan's new short-term diesel emissions regulations: the 4.8-liter diesel engine model is certified as a "ultra-low (85% reduced) PM*1 emissions diesel engine model," partially thanks to the "DPD (Diesel Particulate Defuser)" filtering system, while the 4.8-liter diesel turbo engine model is certified as a "ultra-low (75% reduced) PM emissions diesel engine model. " The features include the "Smoother E" manual transmission system, which enables the driver to maneuver the vehicle without using a clutch pedal. The Smoother E transmission allows the holders of the AT-exclusive driver's license*2 to drive the vehicle. The monthly sales target of the new Titan series is a lifecycle average of 500 units in Japan. This Titan series has been provided from Isuzu Motors Limited, based on the basic agreement on OEM supply of the Isuzu Elf truck series to Mazda. *1 Particulate matter. *2 The driver's license with which the holder may not drive the vehicle equipped with manual transmission, but only the one equipped with automatic transmission. About Mazda Motor Corporation Mazda Motor Corporation was established in 1920 and is one of Japan's leading automobile manufacturers. With its headquarters in Hiroshima, Mazda has two plants in Japan and manufacturing and assembly operations in sixteen other countries. Mazda cars and trucks are sold in more than one hundred and thirty countries. Ford Motor and Mazda agreed to collaborate in 1979, Ford Motor Company started investing in Mazda and increased its shareholding to 33.39% as of March 31, 1999. For further information, please visit the Mazda Motor Corporation home page at: ?Company_Show.asp?compid=214 <http://?Company_Show.asp?compid=214> Contact Mazda Motor Corporation Mr K. Yoshitake yoshitake.k@tky.mazda.co.jp +81 3 3508 5022