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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 infotainment screen image by John Goreham
Mazda’s Last-Place Score On New Ranking Reveals Brand’s Last Challenge
By John Goreham on August 26, 2022 - 9:41AM
Mazda just came in last in a customer survey related to technology. Here’s why this may be a needed wake-up call for Mazda.
Image of Mazda3 courtesy of Mazda media support.
2023 Mazda3 Gets Two Important Changes - Pricing Update Here
By John Goreham on August 16, 2022 - 10:03AM
The Mazda3 is one of our favorite cars. For 2023 there are two things you should know if you are shopping for a Mazda3.
Image of Mazda Miata RF by John Goreham
Miata RF or Soft-Top - How To Choose
By John Goreham on August 15, 2022 - 6:06PM
We explain the differences between the Mazda Miata soft-top and the retractable fastback hardtop version. Here is how to know which is right for you.
CX-50 Meridian Edition image courtesy of Mazda Media Support.
Mazda’s CX-50 Meridian Edition Is Ready To Take You Further Afield
By John Goreham on August 2, 2022 - 7:56PM
The all-new 2023 CX-50 Meridian Edition is Mazda’s special version of its newest crossover. Here are the details and prices.
2023 Mazda CX-5 Image courtesy of Mazda
2023 Mazda CX-5 Pricing and One Important Change to Know About
By John Goreham on July 28, 2022 - 7:39AM
The new model year for Mazda’s CX-5 brings a change many owners will find of interest. Here are the prices and the update for this top-selling model.
Kia Niro, Sorento, Sportage, and EV6 side by side
Kia U.S. Electrified Vehicle Sales up 132 Percent, year over year, in May 2022
By Justin Hart on June 3, 2022 - 3:25AM
Kia just released their U.S. vehicle sales information for May 2022. While overall Kia sales were down in the U.S. for the month of May, as they are for year to date, Kia’s electrified vehicle sales were up, in some significant ways.
Mazda3 image courtesy of Mazda
Review: 2022 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo AWD Premium Plus Hatchback
By John Goreham on May 19, 2022 - 10:00AM
We review the 2022 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo and find that it checks off all the boxes.
CX-9 images courtesy of Mazda and IIHS
Mazda CX-9 Highest-Rated In New Mid-Size 3-Row SUV Safety Testing
By John Goreham on May 18, 2022 - 1:47PM
In a new round of testing by IIHS, the Mazda CX-9 was the only 3-row midisze SUV to earn top scores on all aspects of this new tougher test.
2022 Mazda CX-5 Review
2022 Mazda CX-5 Review: Thorough Renewal Without Changing DNA
By Armen Hareyan on May 10, 2022 - 9:17AM
Mazda's best-selling SUV the CX-5 is updated inside and out for a 2022 version that improves on some features over its predecessor.
2023 Mazda CX-50 image by John Goreham
2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Review - Probably Not What You Thought
By John Goreham on May 2, 2022 - 11:34AM
We review the all-new Mazda CX-50 Turbo. If you thought this was simply the new CX-5, you are mistaken. Here’s what the CX-50 really is, and why Mazda created it.
Mazda MX-30 side door image by John Goreham
Mazda MX-30’s Odd Side Doors Score Perfect 5’s On Crash Test
By John Goreham on April 11, 2022 - 5:15PM
The new Mazda MX-30 battery-electric vehicle has achieved a very good score on government crash testing, despite a door design that had some wondering if they were unsafe.
Images of Mazda CX-50 courtesy of Mazda
This Tire Choice Will Elevate The Mazda CX-50 Meridian
By John Goreham on April 8, 2022 - 10:02AM
Mazda’s new 2023 CX-50 Meridian edition is an off-road variant that will offer Subaru Outback and Forester shoppers a new choice. Here’s why its tires will make a big difference in its performance.
2022 Mazda CX-30
2022 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus Review: Convincing Arguments for Buyers
By Armen Hareyan on March 14, 2022 - 9:59PM
Mazda is in the midst of a big brand revamp and one of the first vehicles in their move upscale is the new CX-30. In this review we are going to take a look at Mazda's new stylish and premium subcompact crossover, which is back with a new trim level and a few upgrades with powerful turbo model.
Image courtesy of Mazda
Mazda Foundation Announces 2022 Funding Grants
By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 8:05AM
The Mazda foundation will be funding programs to address poverty and other issues in areas near the company's U.S. operations.
Image of CX-5 courtesy of Mazda
Mazda CX-5 Outsells Honda CR-V In February In U.S. Market
By John Goreham on March 1, 2022 - 5:12PM
Mazda’s CX-5 has consistently been outselling the Subaru Forester and other popular models. Now it has passed the Honda CR-V, once the top-selling crossover in the segment.
CX-5 image courtesy of Mazda
2022 Mazda Models Top Lexus, Mercedes, BMW In New Round of IIHS Testing
By John Goreham on February 24, 2022 - 10:18AM
In its newest round of testing, IIHS finds that no brand has a higher percentage of Top Safety Pick Plus scores.
Repair shop image courtesy of Mazda
Mazda Named Most Reliable Brand For 2022 By Consumer Reports
By John Goreham on February 18, 2022 - 7:58AM
In its newest rankings, Consumer Reports Mazda scores highest overall in the auto industry in reliability.
Still image courtesy of Andrew Schiffer and YouTube.
Mazda Salesperson Creates Quirky and Fun iPhone Video Explaining AWD
By John Goreham on February 7, 2022 - 4:00PM
One local Mazda dealer in Mass. produced what we think should be an award-winning video.
Image of 2022 CX-5 courtesy of Mazda
To See Mazda CX-5’s Future Look To Subaru and Ford For Answers
By John Goreham on February 7, 2022 - 3:00PM
The Mazda CX-5 is a top-selling crossover with high rankings in all regards. Fans are concerned for its future now that a similar vehicle, the CX-50 has appeared. Here’s why the CX-5 is unlikely to fade away.
Image of MX-30 by John Goreham
Mazda MX-30 BEV Outsold Chevy Bolt EUV, Nissan Ariya, Kia EV6, Subaru Soltera, and Toyota b4ZX In January
By John Goreham on February 2, 2022 - 8:47AM
Mazda’s MX-30 is being delivered to American consumers right now. Many much-hyped battery-electric crossovers from brands like GM, Toyota, Subaru, Kia, and Nissan are not.
Image of CX-50 courtesy of Mazda
5 Reasons Mazda Is the Brand To Watch In 2022
By John Goreham on February 2, 2022 - 8:15AM
Mazda has positioned itself as the brand to watch in 2022 due to a long list of factors. Here are the top reasons.
Image of CX-50 courtesy of Mazda
First 2023 Mazda CX-50 Makes History Rolling Off U.S. Assembly Line
By John Goreham on January 26, 2022 - 8:51PM
Mazda’s first new CX-50 crossover has been built in Mazda’s new Alabama plant.
Mazda dealer image courtesy of Mazda
Poll: Most Mazda CX-5 Buyers Report Paying Less Than MSRP
By John Goreham on January 18, 2022 - 9:27AM
We polled Mazda CX-5 owners to see what they paid during this time of shortages and widely-reported dealer markups. What we found is good news for Mazda shoppers.
Image used with the permission of Ed Woz
Michelin CrossClimate2 Tire Owner Reports - Outstanding Winter Traction
By John Goreham on January 11, 2022 - 8:46AM
The Michelin CrossClimate2 is a winter-rated all-season tire with no downsides. Here is what actual owners report about this groundbreaking new tire design when driven on snow and on ice.
2022 Miata image by Mazda
Mazda Announces Changes To 2022 MX-5 Miata
By John Goreham on December 29, 2021 - 5:15PM
We run down the Miata’s new prices and some new nifty tech.
Image of Japanese-market 990S Roadster courtesy of Mazda Media Support
Why American Buyers Really Don’t Want the Lightweight 990S Mazda MX-5 “Miata”
By John Goreham on December 29, 2021 - 12:43PM
Here’s why the special lightweight 990S Roadster offered only in Japan is not what most American Miata buyers would want.
Miata image by John Goreham
Mazda MX-5 Miata Has A 3-Year Repair and Maint. Cost About Half That of EVs
By John Goreham on December 13, 2021 - 9:42AM
The Mazda Miata’s low cost of ownership is legendary. A new study draws an interesting comparison to just how low cost a Miata can be.
Mazda service area image courtesy of Mazda
2 Things To Do If You Own a Turbocharged Mazda6 Mazda3 CX-5 CX-9 or CX-30
By John Goreham on December 6, 2021 - 12:16PM
Mazda turbocharged engines have a new technical service bulletin for oil consumption. Here are two things you should start doing immediately to help yourself through this possible problem.
Image of Mazda MX-30 by John Goreham
Forget Tesla, Mazda Sold More EVs than General Motors In November
By John Goreham on December 3, 2021 - 1:44PM
Step back and realize that Mazda sells more battery-electric vehicles right now in America than many much larger automobile manufacturers. Including our President's favorite.
Image courtesy of Mazda
Mazda CX-5 Outsells Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, Ford Escape In November
By John Goreham on December 2, 2021 - 12:28PM
The success of Mazda’s CX-5 continues with an impressive result given today’s unusual market situation.
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