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Read the latest Mazda news reporting from Torque News. Mazda is the little carmaker that could, being the underdog in the North American market that has recently been bringing an A-game to the field and creating new gold standards for automotive in several segments. Partnerships and collaborations with others have also changed the underpinnings of many of the vehicles we're driving today, most notably with Ford and the EcoBoost engine series.

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Mazda recalls innovative i-ELOOP energy saving system

By John Goreham on April 29, 2014 - 9:52AM

Mazda’s newest fuel saving technology is recalled over water related issues

Mazda issues recall on Tribute for corrosion, Ford issues same recall for Escape

By Aaron Turpen on April 27, 2014 - 1:02AM

A corrosion concern in Mazda Tribute and Ford Escape sport utility vehicles has caused the carmakers to issue a recall as the corrosion could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.

Mazda's 25th anniversary Miatas will be instant collectables

By John Goreham on April 23, 2014 - 4:50PM

With only 100 slated for the US, these special Miatas will be instant classics.

Review reveals why the 2014 Mazda3 competes with more expensive vehicles

By John Goreham on April 22, 2014 - 2:17PM

Our take on the 2014 Mazda3 is that it is so good its competitors are really the much more expensive German and Japanese luxury brands like Audi, BMW, and Lexus.

CX-5 and 2014 Mazda6 help Mazda dominate Edmunds' Top Rated Vehicles list

By John Goreham on April 17, 2014 - 1:15PM

Only Audi comes anyplace close to matching the Mazda result.

Mazda shows new MX-5 Miata chassis and reveals details

By John Goreham on April 16, 2014 - 5:35PM

Mazda teased us a little more today, but the overall Miata picture is starting to come into focus.

Sayonara MazdaSpeed 3, hope to see you again

By John Goreham on April 14, 2014 - 3:58PM

The 2013 MazdaSpeed 3 is about to be retired by Mazda with no replacement. Will the car be brought back?

How the 2014 Mazda3 earned a Ward's 10 Best Interiors spot

By John Goreham on April 10, 2014 - 3:53PM

How did the Mazda3 earn a place on a list with cars costing ten times its price?

Why the Mazda3 was named to Automobile’s All-Star list for 2014

By John Goreham on April 8, 2014 - 11:51AM

Why did Automobile include the Mazda3 on a list of cars like The Audi RS-7, BMW 4-Series, Jaguar F-Type, and Porsche Cayman? Because it deserves it.

Buy a 2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata or wait for the all-new 2016?

By John Goreham on April 7, 2014 - 3:22PM

The current 2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a fabulous car. Should you buy one now, or wait until the next generation, all-new vehicle comes out?

Mazda's display at New York Auto Show will feature drop-top cars

By John Goreham on March 20, 2014 - 10:05AM

In addition to its display featuring upcoming cars, Mazda will create a historic display looking back on 25 years of convertible joy.

A sneak peek at the new Mazda 2

By John Goreham on March 4, 2014 - 10:00AM

Mazda will show its Hazumi concept today. To build excitement Mazda is still threatening a diesel engine for the US market.

Mazda celebrates the MX-5 Miata turning 25 with special tribute

By John Goreham on February 10, 2014 - 12:19PM

Mazda has created a website to celebrate a quarter century of the world’s favorite drop-top. Any Miata fan will want to check it out.

Why can't the 2015 Mazda 6 diesel work in the US?

By John Goreham on January 9, 2014 - 1:00PM

Mazda fans in search of a diesel will have to wait a little longer. Could it be that the Mazda 6 diesel is not green enough or efficient enough to beat the gas version?

Analysts see Mazda partnering with a larger automaker: approach that requires great care

By Brady Holt on November 29, 2013 - 6:47PM

If Mazda were to join forces with a larger car company, it would get access to more money for product development -- but would need to be careful that it isn't diluted.

Mazda may be working on a rotary after all - in an electric car?

By Brady Holt on November 25, 2013 - 11:46PM

A range-extended electric Mazda2 may be using a rotary engine to recharge its batteries.

Where does it fit? The Mazda CX-9 is out of place in the lineup

By Brady Holt on November 25, 2013 - 12:18AM

The Mazda CX-9 is a competitive large crossover, but it's not much like any other current Mazda. Its replacement will likely be something very different.

Consumer Reports isn't blown away by new 2014 Mazda3

By Brady Holt on November 23, 2013 - 1:36PM

Consumer Reports' preliminary writeup of the Mazda3 is positive but short of glowing.

Left behind: The Mazdas without SkyActiv fuel-saving technology

By Brady Holt on November 23, 2013 - 12:01AM

Mazda has upgraded the heart of its lineup with "SKYACTIV" technology, but other models are still lacking.

Mazda3 hybrid will get more than 50 mpg, but sadly won't be sold in U.S.

By Brady Holt on November 21, 2013 - 4:21PM

Mazda has unveiled a Japan-only hybrid version of the Mazda3 compact car, despite its apparent U.S.-market potential.

Mazdas get another flurry of awards

By Brady Holt on November 20, 2013 - 11:52PM

The Mazda3 and Mazda6 are both award-winners.

Hopes are dim for new rotary-engine Mazdas

By Brady Holt on November 19, 2013 - 5:27PM

Mazda CEO Masa-michi Kogai says it's unlikely Mazda will build another rotary engine, but that's an understandable reaction to market forces.

Mazda earns high resale value score, Mazda3 judged best in class

By Brady Holt on November 18, 2013 - 10:51PM

The Mazda3 was the 2014 ALG Residual Value Award Recipient for the compact-car class, and Mazda was ranked fifth place overall among mainstream brands.

New Mazda racecars will challenge stereotypes of diesels

By Brady Holt on November 16, 2013 - 10:54AM

Mazda will enter two racecars in the 2014 USCC that feature modified versions of its stock diesel engine.

'Automobile' award finalist Mazda3 "at the top of the compact heap"

By Brady Holt on November 15, 2013 - 2:30PM

The 2014 Mazda3 is in line for the "Automobile of the Year" award, joining such other hot new models as the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Jaguar F-Type and Mercedes-Benz CLA as a finalist.

Oops - Mazda CX-5 crashes while demonstrating safety features to customer

By Aaron Turpen on November 12, 2013 - 4:47PM

A Mazda dealership in Japan had an employee showing a customer how to operate the safety features of their CX-5 when the vehicle crashed into a fence, injuring both occupants. Not exactly what we'd call a safety demo!

Mazda concepts wow SEMA audiences with a blend of heritage and contemporary design

By Aaron Turpen on November 7, 2013 - 1:08AM

Several new concepts at SEMA showcase Mazda's Zoom-Zoom and KODO design language motifs. Both the Mazda3 and Mazda6 are rethought in the Club Sports, Vector and Ceramic themes.

Mazda reports best October sales in 6 years

By Aaron Turpen on November 3, 2013 - 11:04PM

Mazda North America reported October 2013 sales of nearly 20,000 vehicles, a six percent increase over last year, with many models doubling in sales year-on-year.

Lauren Carter and Mazda NA CEO Jim O'Sullivan

Mazda sells 10 millionth car in the U.S. to a guitar teacher in Illinois

By Aaron Turpen on October 22, 2013 - 12:44PM

26-year-old Lauren Carter became Mazda's 10 millionth American customer when she purchased an all-new 2014 Mazda3 in Naperville, Illinois. Lucky for Mazda, she is exceedingly photogenic too.

North American Car and Truck of the Year Short List Announced

By Patrick Rall on October 1, 2013 - 9:06PM

The jurors for the North American Car and Truck of the Year award have announced their short lists for each category - with 12 cars and 12 trucks or sport utility vehicles battling for the prestigious awards that will be announced at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

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