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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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2016 Mazda RX-Vision Concept
After 9 Years Of Promising, Mazda Is Shelving The Rotary RX-7 Successor, But That Doesn't Mean We Won't Get A Flagship Performance Car
By Dimitar Angelov on
The RX-7 successor will have to wait, but Mazda is still considering an inline-six-powered performance model that isn't an SUV.
Mazda Vision X-Coupe
Mazda's Future Cars Will Absorb And Recycle Their Own Emissions Through An Ingenious New Process That Will Safeguard The Future Of Internal Combustion Engines
By Dimitar Angelov on
Mazda’s mobile carbon capture device already shows promising results, and is ready to be integrated into future models.
2024 Mazda CX-5
The Mazda Dealer Tried to Charge Me $75 for a $10 Air Filter on My Wife's 2024 CX-5, I Told Them Not To Do It. He Said “It’s Already In,” I Said Take It Out
By Denis Flierl on
A Mazda CX-5 owner had an oil change and tire rotation done, expecting to pay $200. The bill? $325—thanks to a $75 air filter they already installed! See the explosive pushback against this "dealer's easy money" scam and what all car owners should do.
2026 Mazda CX-50, in metallic blue, side profile view, featuring black trim, distinctive two-tone alloy wheels, parked outside dealership.
I Drove The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Premium Plus After Owning The 2025 Model And Found The Reduced Engine Drone And Added Heated Steering Wheel Aren't Worth Trading In For
By Noah Washington on
One CX-50 owner drove the new 2026 model and found that the incremental cost of the upgrade isn't worth it, despite a massive reduction in engine drone. This side-by-side comparison reveals the key trade-off.
Incentives and Overall Scores Make these CR Recommendations the Best Deals Right Now
The Best SUV Deals Available Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
If you've been waiting for the right moment to buy a new SUV, this month Consumer Reports brings some opportunities worth a close look.
Avoid These SUV Models Says Consumer Reports
Popular Small SUVs to Avoid and What to Buy Instead
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's a recent list of small SUV recommended models, as well as those models you should stay away from, say Consumer Reports analysts.
Updated CR Recommendations for Fuel-Efficient SUVs
The Best Fuel-Efficient SUVs You Can Buy Today
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports' latest listing of fuel-efficient small and midsized SUV model recommendations that can save you money without sacrificing the utility consumers want in today's SUVs.
Consumer Reports List of Recommended Used Cars Under $5,000
Best Used Cars and SUVs for Less Than $5,000: Consumer Reports Top Picks
By Timothy Boyer on
Looking for a reliable used car under $5,000? According to a recent Consumer Reports analysis, there are several older Toyota, Honda, Mazda, and Nissan models that combine affordability with proven dependability, making them excellent choices.
2025 Lexus NX350
Lexus NX Ranked The Safest Car Under $22,000, While Not A Single European Vehicle Ranks In Top 10
By Dimitar Angelov on
Based on two important factors, these are the 10 safest vehicles in this price point.
2025 Mazda CX-50
2025 Mazda CX-50 Owner Says, “I’m Furious, I Went For My Free 5K Dealer Service, Said They Rotated My Tires, Got It Back, and They Hadn’t Rotated a Darn Thing”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Mazda CX-50 owner is furious at the Mazda dealer. He took the car in for its first oil change and asked the dealer to rotate the tires. A simple request, they said they would do. However, when he got the car back, they had not done the work.
Deep burgundy 2025 Mazda CX90 SUV parked on brick pavement, angled front three-quarter view with lush green trees in background.
I Drove My 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV 2,500 Miles And Love The Sport Mode Performance, But The 25-Mile Electric Range Gets Eaten Up Too Quickly
By Noah Washington on
He drove his new 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV for 2,500 miles and found a fascinating contradiction: it's a family hauler with a soul, but its exhilarating Sport Mode comes at the expense of its already limited electric range.
Former Toyota Employees Agree That Dealerships Inflate Parts Prices
I Worked at a Toyota Dealership as an Automotive Service Advisor. We Used Aftermarket Parts All the Time in the Service/Repair of Toyotas. And You Better Believe They Marked Those Prices Up on Parts
By Timothy Boyer on
Former Toyota employees spill the beans on shady practices you need to know about at car dealership service departments.
1985 Mazda MX-03 concept
Mazda's Groundbreaking, 1980s Coupe That Could Have Changed Performance Cars For Good
By Dimitar Angelov on
In the 1980s, Mazda developed a groundbreaking model, and much of its tech spilled onto future performance models.
Sensible Cars for Sensible Shoppers Who Still Want to Have Fun
I Test Drive Over 50 New Car Models Every Single Year, and After 15 Years of Testing and Reviewing New Cars, Here Is What I Would Buy
By Timothy Boyer on
While not the typical most popular models, this automotive expert explains why he recommends these 10 models that takes a lot of pressure off of new car shoppers who just want a vehicle that is sensible, reliable, and affordable.
1991 Daihatsu X-021 Concept
The Better Mazda Miata That Never Was - Daihatsu X-021
By Dimitar Angelov on
Two years after Mazda gave us the MX-5, Daihatsu was working on a proper competitor, but decided to kill it last moment.
Used Car Recommendations for July 2025
Consumer Reports' Best Used Car Recommendations for July 2025
By Timothy Boyer on
Proven, safe, and reliable used cars, SUVs, and trucks that have significantly depreciated will save you thousands of dollars, promises Consumer Reports in their latest best used car recommendations update for July 2025.
Consumer Reports Recommended Compact SUVs with Safety Features
Compact SUVs from $25,000 to $35,000 With Standard Active Safety Systems You Will Want
By Timothy Boyer on
These subcompact and compact SUVs, Consumer Reports says, are high performers that will keep you safe with active safety systems that come standard in their recommended choices for consumers.
Recommended Used Toyota and Honda Models with ESC Safety Feature
Best Used Cars and SUVs for Less Than $5,000 With This Essential Safety Feature You Can’t Live Without
By Timothy Boyer on
You can find used Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda models for less than $5,000 that have strong reliability and performed well in Consumer Reports' tests, which include this critical safety feature.
Recommended Cheapest Cars List Changed by Consumer Reports
The Cheapest Cars in America Can Be Found by Looking at Transaction Prices—A New Update on the Least Expensive New Cars Recommended by Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports analysts have just updated their list of the "cheapest new cars" in America, revealing lower prices compared to their previous listing, and the surprising loss of two formerly recommended models, with two new ones in their place.
A 2025 red Mazda CX-5 cruising down a city street, showcasing modern architecture and vibrant colors in the background.
I Drove My Mazda CX-5 for 10 Minutes Without Oil After Shop Forgot to Fill It, Engine Lost Power Then Mysteriously Started Working Again
By Noah Washington on
His Mazda CX-5 lost power after an oil change, only to find the shop forgot to add oil. Now, he's facing a looming fight over potential engine damage no one can see... yet.
Consumer Reports Cheap New Car Recommendations
10 Cheap Cars That Consumer Reports Recommends for Saving Money
By Timothy Boyer on
Ten solid, safe, and reliable new models recommended by CR analysts have the lowest transaction prices gleaned from TrueCar national data.
Consumer Reports Most Popular Cars and SUVs Updated List
Consumer Reports Most Popular New Cars and SUVs Should Come As No Surprise to New Car Shoppers Focused on Reliability and Cost
By Timothy Boyer on
Test your car knowledge before peeking below about the most popular 2025 model cars and SUVs you believe are the most frequently checked by smart car shoppers.
Toyota, Mazda, and Kia Cover Consumer Reports Top Used Cars Update
Best Used Cars: Consumer Reports' Top Picks for June 2025
By Timothy Boyer on
These safe and reliable cars, SUVs, and trucks can save you thousands of dollars, according to Consumer Reports' latest used vehicle update, with prices ranging from $8,000 to $21,000.
2025 Mazda MX-5
It Will Not Be Easy To Get More Power From The Upcoming Mazda MX-5's Bigger Engine, And Reddit Users Are Already Scrambling For Sollutions
By Dimitar Angelov on
Thanks to stricter emissions regulations and updated cyber security, extracting extra performance from the upcoming “NE” Mazda MX-5 will be more difficult. Reddit users are discussing interesting solutions to a future problem.
A Red 2025 Mazda CX-90 parked on a sunny day in a grassy area, with trees and mountains in the background.
My 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Averages 50 MPGe Daily And Still Handles Like A Sports Car, But Here's The Catch With Mazda's Luxury Ambition
By Noah Washington on
50 MPGe and sports car handling? This Mazda CX-90 PHEV review uncovers the surprising reality of Mazda's ambitious new SUV and the compromises it makes.
A dark gray 2025 Mazda CX-50 parked on rocky terrain with a river and mountains in the background, showcasing a rugged and adventurous vibe.
Mazda CX-50 Turbo Got Worse Gas Mileage Than My New 400HP Ford Explorer V6, And The Seats Caused Unbearable Pain After Just 2 Hours Of Driving
By Noah Washington on
I bought the Mazda CX-50 Turbo expecting upscale dynamics and class-leading style, but after two hours behind the wheel, I needed a chiropractor.
Mazda MX-5 ND vs MX-5 NE (AI Generated)
Should Mazda Make A Larger, More Powerful Miata?
By Dimitar Angelov on
Both dealers and fans of the Japanese roadster have asked for a larger, more powerful variant. Here's how Mazda plans to (sort of) answer these requests.
Image shows Mazda and Toyota's Alabama auto plant in action
Mazda and Toyota Made a Genius Move Ahead of Tariffs to Ensure Their Corolla Cross and CX-50 Would Always Remain Competitive in the U.S. - Here’s the Story Most Publications Won’t Cover
By John Goreham on
We focus on how a new U.S. partnership between two top-rated manufacturers bore fruit at precisely the right time.
red 2021 Mazda 6 rear view dynamic
They Tried To Sell Me A Mazda 6 Turbo That Turned Out To Have The Normally-Aspirated Engine, So I Backed Away
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some car flippers will try to get creative when selling you a car to maximize profit. Here's my experience from when I went to test-drive a car I was interested in.
2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid
The Best Hybrid Vehicles You Can Buy In 2025
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you are not fully sold on EVs, these hybrid models combine the strengths of electric and combustion propulsion, and are the best hybrid vehicles you can buy in 2025.
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