Apr 1, 2010
WASHINGTON--The Diesel Technology Forum issued the following statement today on the occasion of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencyââ¬â¢s (EPA) announcement of 2016 new light-duty vehicle fuel economy standards. âTodayââ¬â¢ ;s announcement ... Continue reading
Mazda Reports Increased Sales for March 2010
Apr 1, 2010
IRVINE, Calif., April 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported March 2010 sales of 23,193, an increase of 5.5 percent versus March 2009, good for its fifth straight month of sales increases. As Mazda continues to focus on the long-term strength of the brand, its MAZDA3, winner of ALG's Residual Value ... Continue reading
Mazda SKY Concept Powertrains and Premium Sporty Mazda8 Minivan on Display at Beijing Motor Show
Apr 1, 2010
Hiroshima, Mar 31, 2010; Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the China premiere of its next-generation powertrains based on the Mazda SKY Concept at the 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, to be held from Friday, April 23 through Sunday, May 2, 2010. Mazda will exhibit the 'Mazda SKY-G' direct injection ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces Pricing for 2011 MAZDA2 Subcompact
Mar 31, 2010
All-New Model Starts at $13,980 NEW YORK, March 31 -- The all-new 2011 MAZDA2 will begin to arrive in U.S. showrooms in July 2010, with a starting manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $13,980. Zoom-Zoom in its most concentrated form, MAZDA2 is the latest in a line of stylish, insightful and fun-to-drive smal ... Continue reading
Mazda to Bring New Fuel-Efficient Gas and Diesel Powertrains to the U.S. Market in 2011 and 2012
Mar 31, 2010
SKY-G* and SKY-Drive* to launch in U.S. in 2011; SKY-D* and SKY-Drive in 2012 NEW YORK, March 31 -- At its press conference at the New York International Auto Show, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced it plans to launch its all-new SKY Concept* powertrains into the U.S. market, beginning as early as ... Continue reading
Toyota and Mazda Agree to Hybrid System Technology License
Mar 30, 2010
Tokyo, Mar 29, 2010; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) have reached an agreement on the supply under license of hybrid technology used in the Toyota Prius. Leveraging this agreement, Mazda plans to combine the hybrid system with its next-generation SKY* engine that is currently under de ... Continue reading
Mazda Topless for MX-5 Clubs 20 Year Celebration
Mar 30, 2010
Over 130 of the country's most passionate Mazda MX-5 owners and their cars will gather this weekend in McLaren Vale, South Australia, to celebrate 20 years of the popular two-seat roadster and its dedicated motoring clubs. ... Continue reading
Don Romano Appointed Chief Marketing Officer for Mazda North American Operations
Mar 25, 2010
IRVINE, Calif., March 25 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced that Don Romano has been appointed to the newly created position of chief marketing officer (CMO), MNAO. Romano will continue his responsibilities as president, Mazda Canada, Inc. (MCI), in addition to leading North America's marketing e ... Continue reading
Mazda Embarks on a 'Green' Fleet Revolution
Mar 25, 2010
A 'green' revolution is being staged by Mazda that will mean upper medium sector company car drivers by 2015 will be at the wheel of models with fuel economy and emissions equivalent to today's supermini standards ... Continue reading
No Trade-In Required for Mazda's Post Scrappage Scheme
Mar 22, 2010
Now that the Government scrappage fund has come to an end, each manufacturer is approaching the market in a different way with a number of complex scrappage schemes that rely on an old vehicle to exchange or scrap ... Continue reading
Mazda6 Estate Named 'Best Estate Car' At The 2010 Fleet News Awards
Mar 19, 2010
Strong residual values, keen pricing and competitive CO2 emissions see the Mazda6 Estate beat off stiff competition to be named 'Best Estate Car' at the 2010 Fleet News Awards - the industry 'Oscars' ... Continue reading
Mar 16, 2010
Since its Australian release in 2002, Mazda6 has established itself as the best-selling imported medium car in the country. With a strong history of sales success and numerous awards to its name, Mazda6 has received a warm reception from both buyers and critics alike. ... Continue reading
Mar 6, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS: 2010 Mazdaspeed3 Sport Model: 2010 Mazdaspeed3 Sport Engine: 2.3-liter turbocharged 4 Horsepower/Torque: 263 hp @ 5,500 rpm/280 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 103.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 177.6 x 69.7 x 57.5 in. Tires: P225/40R18 Cargo volume: ... Continue reading
Rain, Reviews and Raves in This Month's Letter from Europe
Mar 6, 2010
Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel As anyone living in California will tell you weââ¬â¢ve been having horrendous weather in January. Storms, land slides, houses falling into the sea, people being evacuated, truly awful. Consequently I havenââ¬â¢t had a chance to drive the test ca ... Continue reading
Upgraded New Mazda6 Range On Sale Early
Mar 4, 2010
To meet strong demand for the popular Mazda6 from both retail and fleet customers, Mazda Motors UKis bringing forward the 'on sale' date for the upgraded Mazda6 models for 2010. ... Continue reading
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