News By Topic: Mazda

2018 Mazda CX-3 Review By John Heilig

Sep 18, 2018

The Mazda CX-3 is not only larger than the sedan, but it has a hatch back, which nudges it into the small SUV, or more correctly, the CUV class. Thus, it makes up in cargo capacity what not may lack in rear seat legroom, for example. ... Continue reading

New Mazda Special Edition Models Sport Some Autumn Colors

Sep 10, 2018

2018 Mazda CX-3 features an upgraded cabin, revised suspension and improved refinement. 2018 Mazda2 Black+ Edition and 2018 Mazda CX-3 Sport Black+ models join the range. ... Continue reading

Mazda Reports August 2018 Sales Results

Sep 4, 2018

September 4, 2018 IRVINE, Calif. (Sept 4, 2018) – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total August U.S. sales of 25,816 vehicles, representing a decrease of 0.1 percent versus August of last year. ... Continue reading

Auto News Digest, Week Ending September 1, 2018; Edited By Larry Nutson

Sep 2, 2018

Last Weeks Automotive News Highlights: Ideal Vehicle Awards, Less Speed Less Deaths, Ford Stock Tanks, FCA UAW Sentencing, New NAFTA, Tesla Cash Trouble, High Gas Prices, VW Recall, Nissan Recall, Chinese EV To Europe, Monterey Events Conclude ... Continue reading

Hey Mom You Should Drive A Minivan; Here’s Why

Aug 31, 2018

Maybe out of pride. Perhaps ignorance. Many of us are looking for good solid family material, yet reject prospects that are committed and generous. ... Continue reading

2018 Mazda CX-9 Review - A Notch Above By Larry Nutson

Aug 16, 2018

From my view the CX-9 has an attractive overall exterior design and a very comfortable and refined as well as attractive interior. The Mazda name may not “wow” someone in social conversation as some of the luxury nameplates. However, seeing the various Mazda car and SUV models in person will usually bring out a “ ... Continue reading

Auto News Digest, Week Ending August 12, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson

Aug 12, 2018

Last Weeks Automotive News Headline Stories: 10 Millionth Ford Mustang; MB Made In Alabama; Musk Gives Finger To Stockholders; Made in Mexico Ole'; Geeley Lotus Revitalization; So Sorry: Mazda, Suzuki, Yamaha; Cummins Recall; Toyota Fuel-Cell HD Trucks; OOPS Digital Drive Aids Faulty; Fast MOPAR: Dodge Roadkill Nights ... Continue reading

2018 Mazda3 Grand Touring Review By Steve Purdy

Aug 12, 2018

Kudos to Mazda for continuing to offer manual transmissions in these little cars. The low-end powertrain (2.0-liter, 155-hp) would feel quite adequate if you could manage your own rpm ranges. The more powerful, direct-injected, 2.3-liter in our Grand Touring test car makes 184 horsepower and 185 pound-feet of torque. ... Continue reading

More Japanese Car Company's Cheating: Mazda, Suzuki, Yamaha Motor Apologize for Improper Vehicle Tests

Aug 8, 2018

TOKYO August 8, 2018; Maki Shiraki writing for Reuters reported that Mazda Motor Corp, Suzuki Motor Corp and Yamaha Motor Co improperly tested vehicles for fuel economy and emissions, the Japanese government said on Thursday, revealing fresh cases of compliance failures by manufacturers. The results came to light after ... Continue reading

My Car Does What? See Latest Advanced Driver Assistance Technology Features On Your New Car - What They Are And How They Work

Aug 7, 2018

Learn About Future Safety Features all manufacturers will have in new cars by 2022.​ Safety Features Back-up Camera Anti-Lock Braking System Blind Spot Monitor Automatic Emergency Braking Lane Departure Warning Tire Pressure Monitoring System Adaptive Cruise Control Adaptive Headlights Automatic Parallel Parking Auto ... Continue reading

Mazda CX-9 Unveils New Features and Refinements for 2019

Aug 7, 2018

With each successive model year, the second-generation Mazda CX-9 midsize crossover SUV has benefited from refinements, technology updates and performance improvements. ... Continue reading

There Are Life Or Death Decisions To Make When Considering Which Car or Truck To Buy +VIDEO

Aug 3, 2018

Its fun to worry about a new sound system or spiffy interior color...but spend some time researching which cars are more likely to keep you alive in a crash... ... Continue reading

Mazda Reports July 2018 Sales Results

Aug 1, 2018

IRVINE, Calif. (August 1, 2018) – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total July U.S. sales of 24,125 vehicles, representing a decrease of 10.9 percent versus July of last year. ... Continue reading

2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Rocky Mountain Review

Jul 31, 2018

With so many choices available in the tightly-packed compact-to-midsize crossover market, a manufacturer really has to be good; it’s not an easy segment in which to stand out. Mazda always brings their “A” game and we had high hopes for their 2018 CX-5 crossover. And while it’s great in a number of areas, bring ... Continue reading

2019 MX-5 Miata RF Prices Specs and Pictures

Jul 30, 2018

While its biggest change comes by way of its thoroughly upgraded SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter engine, which is now more responsive, efficient and powerful, other numerous updates include: A new, standard tilt/telescoping steering column with 30mm of telescoping and 42mm of tilt range An aluminum steering column to save weight ... Continue reading