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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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Kia Niro, Sorento, Sportage, and EV6 side by side

By Justin Hart Jun 3 2022 - 3:25am

Kia U.S. Electrified Vehicle Sales up 132 Percent, year over year, in May 2022

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.

By John Goreham G+ May 19 2022 - 10:00am

Review: 2022 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo AWD Premium Plus Hatchback

We review the 2022 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo and find that it checks off all the boxes.

By John Goreham G+ May 18 2022 - 1:47pm

Mazda CX-9 Highest-Rated In New Mid-Size 3-Row SUV Safety Testing

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.

By Armen Hareyan G+ May 10 2022 - 9:17am

2022 Mazda CX-5 Review: Thorough Renewal Without Changing DNA

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.

By John Goreham G+ May 2 2022 - 11:34am

2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Review - Probably Not What You Thought

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

By John Goreham G+ Apr 11 2022 - 5:15pm

Mazda MX-30’s Odd Side Doors Score Perfect 5’s On Crash Test

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.

By John Goreham G+ Apr 8 2022 - 10:02am

This Tire Choice Will Elevate The Mazda CX-50 Meridian

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.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Mar 14 2022 - 9:59pm

2022 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus Review: Convincing Arguments for Buyers

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.

By John Goreham G+ Mar 7 2022 - 8:05am

Mazda Foundation Announces 2022 Funding Grants

The Mazda foundation will be funding programs to address poverty and other issues in areas near the company's U.S. operations.

By John Goreham G+ Mar 1 2022 - 5:12pm

Mazda CX-5 Outsells Honda CR-V In February In U.S. Market

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.

By John Goreham G+ Feb 24 2022 - 10:18am

2022 Mazda Models Top Lexus, Mercedes, BMW In New Round of IIHS Testing

In its newest round of testing, IIHS finds that no brand has a higher percentage of Top Safety Pick Plus scores.

By John Goreham G+ Feb 18 2022 - 7:58am

Mazda Named Most Reliable Brand For 2022 By Consumer Reports

In its newest rankings, Consumer Reports Mazda scores highest overall in the auto industry in reliability.

Still image courtesy of Andrew Schiffer and YouTube.

By John Goreham G+ Feb 7 2022 - 4:00pm

Mazda Salesperson Creates Quirky and Fun iPhone Video Explaining AWD

One local Mazda dealer in Mass. produced what we think should be an award-winning video.

By John Goreham G+ Feb 7 2022 - 3:00pm

To See Mazda CX-5’s Future Look To Subaru and Ford For Answers

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.

By John Goreham G+ Feb 2 2022 - 8:47am

Mazda MX-30 BEV Outsold Chevy Bolt EUV, Nissan Ariya, Kia EV6, Subaru Soltera, and Toyota b4ZX In January

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.

By John Goreham G+ Feb 2 2022 - 8:15am

5 Reasons Mazda Is the Brand To Watch In 2022

Mazda has positioned itself as the brand to watch in 2022 due to a long list of factors. Here are the top reasons.

By John Goreham G+ Jan 26 2022 - 8:51pm

First 2023 Mazda CX-50 Makes History Rolling Off U.S. Assembly Line

Mazda’s first new CX-50 crossover has been built in Mazda’s new Alabama plant.

By John Goreham G+ Jan 18 2022 - 9:27am

Poll: Most Mazda CX-5 Buyers Report Paying Less Than MSRP

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

By John Goreham G+ Jan 11 2022 - 8:46am

Michelin CrossClimate2 Tire Owner Reports - Outstanding Winter Traction

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.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 29 2021 - 5:15pm

Mazda Announces Changes To 2022 MX-5 Miata

We run down the Miata’s new prices and some new nifty tech.

Image of Japanese-market 990S Roadster courtesy of Mazda Media Support

By John Goreham G+ Dec 29 2021 - 12:43pm

Why American Buyers Really Don’t Want the Lightweight 990S Mazda MX-5 “Miata”

Here’s why the special lightweight 990S Roadster offered only in Japan is not what most American Miata buyers would want.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 13 2021 - 9:42am

Mazda MX-5 Miata Has A 3-Year Repair and Maint. Cost About Half That of EVs

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

By John Goreham G+ Dec 6 2021 - 12:16pm

2 Things To Do If You Own a Turbocharged Mazda6 Mazda3 CX-5 CX-9 or CX-30

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.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 3 2021 - 1:44pm

Forget Tesla, Mazda Sold More EVs than General Motors In November

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.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 2 2021 - 12:28pm

Mazda CX-5 Outsells Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, Ford Escape In November

The success of Mazda’s CX-5 continues with an impressive result given today’s unusual market situation.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 2 2021 - 11:17am

Surprise: Owners of “Off-Road” AWD Crossover SUVs Don’t Actually Buy Them to Go Off-Road

We polled owners and fans of two important all-wheel drive crossover SUVs to see if they actually want to go off road or not. What we discovered is that they mostly want a great vehicle for snow.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 22 2021 - 2:07pm

Advice To Mazda CX-5 Owners About To Deal With the Fuel Pump Recall

Owners of Mazda CX-5, CX-9, Miata, and Mazda6 vehicles are about to go through a recall that many Toyota owners have already experienced. Here is some advice based on feedback from those owners.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 22 2021 - 11:28am

Mazda Second Only To Lexus In Consumer Reports Brand Reliability Rankings

In the latest Consumer Reports brand rankings, Mazda ranks second. Here’s how close the brand came to being first overall.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 15 2021 - 6:35pm

3 Ways the New Mazda CX-50 Tops Subaru's Outback and Forester - 2 Ways It Doesn't

Mazda is poaching in Subaru’s territory. Here’s where the models are similar, where the Mazda has an advantage, and where Subaru is unrivaled until proven otherwise.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 15 2021 - 2:03pm

Mazda’s New CX-50 SUV Moves the Brand Closer To Subaru

Mazda’s cross-pollination with Subaru and Toyota continues with a tougher new CX-50. We see nothing but good things as a result.

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