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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 MX-5 GT Britcar racer's rear quarter view
By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:18PM
Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's steering wheel
By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:12PM
Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's cockpit
By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:06PM
Mazda MX-5 GT race car for Britcar series
By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:02PM
Mazda MX-5 GT takes on heavyweight racers in Britcar endurance race series
By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 10:56PM
The Mazda MX-5--commonly known in the U.S. as the Mazda Miata--will be playing giant killer as it takes on heavyweight names in racing including Aston Martin, Porsche, Lotus and BMW in the 2011 Britcar MSA British Endurance Championship. A specially-prepared lightweight MX-5 GT will compete in the "endurance" class, which allows heavily modified production car as opposed to the production class, which allows mods mostly related to safety.
Auto prices to go up as Japanese earthquake, Libyan conflict impact market
By Don Bain on March 22, 2011 - 8:58PM
Japanese auto production has fallen to only 35 percent of their former output as a result of the Tohuko earthquake and tsunami, according to IHS Automotive Insight. Still the situation in Libya has an impact as well. "It's volatility that really drives people to smaller cars," said Aaron Bragman, an analyst for the auto authority.
Toyota and Honda extend shutdowns due to part shortages
By Patrick Rall on March 22, 2011 - 10:18AM
Mazda, Mitsubishi and Suzuki have re-opened plants in Japan as the country and deals with nuclear disaster risks and regular aftershocks but automotive giants Toyota and Honda have announced that their plants will remain closed until at least this weekend.
Mazda3 Named Top Safety Pick by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
By Keith Griffin on March 21, 2011 - 12:38PM
The 2011 Mazda Mazda3 has been selected by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety as a Top Safety Pick.
Nissan resumes production after earthquake - Toyota, Mazda, Suzuki and Honda to follow
By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2011 - 12:32PM
Since the earthquake hit Japan on March 11th, the country has been battling strong after-shocks, a tsunami and nuclear power risks forcing Japanese automakers to cease production but starting today, Japan’s largest car companies attempt to get back into the swing of things.
Honda, Mazda, Suzuki update production stoppages
By Patrick Rall on March 18, 2011 - 3:16PM
Honda Motor Company announced today that they are extending their production stoppage caused by the Japanese earthquakes, tsunamis and chain of nuclear blasts; Mazda and Suzuki have both planned to restart production at a few of their plants originally shut down from the quakes.
Honda, Mazda, Subaru keep plants closed until next week, Mitsubishi re-opens
By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2011 - 11:39AM
Mazda and Subaru have announced that their Japanese production facilities will remain shut down until at least next week in the wake of the earthquake and ensuing tsunami, although Mitsubishi has re-opened their plants with the hopes of assessing their situation for production.
Honda facing possible venomous spider recall similar to Mazda
By Patrick Rall on March 11, 2011 - 3:02PM
Last week, Mazda offered some interesting news as they issued a recall due to spiders crawling into the evaporative canister vent lines and causing excessive fuel tank pressure and now, Honda Motor Company has announced a technical service bulletin for a similar problem on select Honda Accord models.
Ford Mustang production halted due to supplier shortage
By Patrick Rall on March 7, 2011 - 3:36PM
The past few weeks have been plagued with production stoppages due to supplier shortages magnified by the recent Magna International interior component plant fire and now even the legendary Ford Mustang has seen production stopped for this week due to unnamed supplier shortages.
Mazda recalling Mazda6 due to spiders causing fuel tank failure
By Patrick Rall on March 3, 2011 - 2:22PM
Mazda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have announced a recall of 2009-2010 Mazda6 sedans for a possible blockage in the fuel systems evaporative systems caused by spiders – that’s right…spiders.
The Mazda Minagi Concept makes world premiere in Geneva
By Don Bain on March 2, 2011 - 1:36AM
This new car is a showcase for the new technology and design direction to be taken in the next generation of Mazdas. The Minagi concept car has an unabashedly aggressive stance, looking as much like an aquatic predator as a landlocked conveyance.
Mazda MX-5 Miata Hits 900,000 Sold To Continue as Best Selling Roadster
By Keith Griffin on February 4, 2011 - 12:11PM
The world may have always called it the Mazda MX-5 Miata, but the number-one selling roadster that just surpassed 900,000 in sales will always be the Mazda Miata here in the United States.
Kiplinger Announces Best in Class Vehicles for 2011
By Keith Griffin on January 31, 2011 - 3:05PM
Kiplinger has announced its Best in Class new vehicles for 2011 and only one domestic vehicle is in the mix.
Mazda will build a Mazda5-based vehicle for Nissan
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 10:02AM
Mazda has announced that they will be producing a version of their popular Mazda5 to be rebadged and sold as a Nissan starting in May but the two automakers only intend to sell this Mazda-built Nissan compact minivan in Japan.
U.S. News Best Car for the Money Awards Not Inspiring
By Keith Griffin on January 25, 2011 - 4:24PM
U.S. News Cars has released its third annual Best Car for the Money awards and it is not an inspiring list for car enthusiasts. Maybe two of the cars will get your motor running, in spite of claims this list of vehicles earns highest marks for overall value and appeal in their categories.
Mazda Celebrates Rich Racing Heritage of Jaguar
By Keith Griffin on January 19, 2011 - 10:31AM
File this under unusual things you will rarely see in a press release – Mazda celebrates Jaguar’s rich racing heritage. Granted, the two used to be part of the big happy Ford family but it’s still strange to see one company wax enthusiastic about another without a punch line at the end but it makes sense when you factor in Laguna Seca.
Mazda Minagi Concept leaked ahead of Geneva debut
By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 12:36PM
Mazda plans to unveil their sharply styled Minagi Concept SUV at the Geneva Motor Show on March 3rd (through the 13th) but thanks to an automotive news site from the Netherlands, we have our first look at the compact sport utility concept.
The Mazda Minagi Concept rear artwork
By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 12:33PM
Honda and Mazda Collaborating on B-Spec Stock Racing
By Keith Griffin on December 11, 2010 - 11:51AM
This is the year of the B class car and that continues with the announcement that Honda and Mazda have announced the joint formation of “B-Spec” Showroom Stock racing.
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