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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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Intel Working With Automakers To Make Them More Competitive
How Intel Could Help Western Automakers Catch Up to China’s EV Dominance
By Rob Enderle on
Western Car makers are falling behind their Chinese counterparts at an alarming rate, and analyst consensus indicates that they will be in catastrophic failure unless they step up. Intel is uniquely positioned to help these car companies close this gap.
These are the most family-friendly SUVs from each category, for 2025
6 Best Family SUVs 2025
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you are searching for your next family car, these SUVs will make you forget about minivans.
Mazda MX-5 Miata and Miata RF (ND)
My Mazda MX-5 Miata Is Having Transmission Issues. Dealer Can Fix It, But Only If I Remove A Modification That Improves The Driving Experience
By Dimitar Angelov on
It is a recurring issue that plagues multiple model years of the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The issue is well-documented, but dealerships will fix it only under certain circumstances.
Not the Top Models When New But Are the Top Models Used
Best Used Cars and Our Top Picks for March 2025, says Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
An essential change to Consumer Reports car reviews reveals the best used car recommendations to save you thousands when shopping for a safe and reliable sedan, SUV, or truck model.
Summer Cruising Sports Car Recommendations
Consumer Reports' Reliable Used Sports Car Recommendations for Under $25,000
By Timothy Boyer on
Reliable coupes, sedans, and roadsters that are good choices recommended by Consumer Reports for enthusiasts anticipating some summer fun. However, watch out for models with these red flags to avoid summer disaster.
2025 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus Red Color
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 Is a Great Car For A Reasonable Price, Visibility Is Excellent And There Is A Long List of Safety Features
By Armen Hareyan on
Mazda’s been making waves, aiming to slide into that entry-level luxury lane and let me tell you, the 2025 CX-30 might just be the car that proves they’re onto something big.
Image of spare tire in a CX-50 Hybrid courtesy of Mazda
Mazda’s 2025 CX-50 Hybrid Has an Important Safety Feature Not Found In the Honda CR-V Hybrid, Toyota Crown Signia Hybrid, or Subaru Forester Hybrid, and You Should Seriously Consider This When Shopping
By John Goreham on
Hybrid crossovers are on the rise with Honda, Subaru, Mazda, and Hyundai joining Toyota in offering a great choice. However, they are not all the same when it comes to safety and convenience. 
Hyundai and Honda are among the best cars money can buy in 2025, with Toyota nowhere to be seen
These 3 Cars Are Dubbed The Best Money Can Buy in 2025, But I Think There Are Some Great Alternatives That Deserve Just As Much Attention
By Dimitar Angelov on
Detailed research by Cars U.S. News reveals the best cars money can buy, in 2025, but I have a few things to add to their picks.
Toyota GT3 Concept and Mazda RX Vision share very similar proportions, but the similarities continue under the skin
New Reports From Japan Regarding The Toyota Supra And Mazda RX-7 Successor Might Hint At Two Very Similar Sports Cars As The Two Brands Will Collaborate A Lot More Than We Initially Believed
By Dimitar Angelov on
The two sports cars from Toyota and Mazda could share a lot of tech. Here's what this could mean for the next-generation Supra and the RX-7 successor.
Daughter Puts Wrong Fuel Type in Father's Car
My Daughter Accidentally Put 8 Gallons Of Diesel In My Mazda CX-5. She Drove A Mile Home. As Soon As We Realized The Mistake, We Had It Towed To A Shop. They Quoted Me $4,000 To Fix It. What Should I Do? Mazda Master Mechanic Responds
By Timothy Boyer on
Are garages and service centers scamming car owners when a customer says the wrong fuel was put into their vehicle by accident? Here's what you need to know.
The 2025 Mazda 3 Is a Beautiful Car That Looks and Feels Much More Expensive Than it Actually Is
The 2025 Mazda 3 Is a Beautiful Car That Looks and Feels Much More Expensive Than it Actually Is
By Armen Hareyan on
An unusual discovery about the 2025 Mazda 3 reveals why this surprisingly pleasant compact car feels more luxurious than its price suggests, challenging everything you thought you knew about affordable performance and refinement.
Reliability Ratings So Low They Are Red Flag Vehicles
This Vehicle Received An Abysmal Score Of Only Five Points Out Of 100 For Reliability
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's the latest update on cars and SUVs new car shoppers are warned by their owners and automotive experts not to buy in 2025. Plus, the one model with the highest reliability rating of 98/100.
Mazda Iconic SP Concept previews a new flagship sports car
The New Updates About The Mazda RX-7 Successor Have Me Puzzled
By Dimitar Angelov on
Mixed reports about Mazda's upcoming hybrid sports car contradict what we already know. Mazda's patents showed a very different car.
2025 Subaru Outback
I Really Appreciate This, Mazda, But You Are An Hour Too Late, I’ve Upgraded To a 2025 Subaru Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Have you owned a car brand for years and then decided to make a change? That's what Lizzie did. She knew it was time to change when her Mazda 5 minivan failed her. Here is Lizzie's car purchasing dilemma. Why did she pick the 2025 Subaru Outback instead?
Car Company Graveyard Rendered By DALL-E
Why 2025 May Be A Really Bad Year To Buy Or Sell Cars: The End Of Most Automotive Companies Is Approaching
By Rob Enderle on
The Car market is a mess in 2025 suggesting a number of companies may be gone by the end of the decade. It would be wise to avoid buying a new car until it has settled again, likely after 2027 but before 2030, so you don’t regret the purchase.
Remarkably, The 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Is an Actual Driver's Car That's Also a Spacious Hauler With Mid-Engine Design
Remarkably, The 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Is an Actual Driver's Car That's Also a Spacious Hauler With Mid-Engine Design
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid is redefining the three-row SUV game with its luxurious design, electrified powertrain, and driving dynamics that make every trip unforgettable. Don’t miss our in-depth review after I tested it for Torque News.
Mazda Nailed All Of The Exterior Elements of The 2025 CX70 and The Interior Is Impressive and Of Very High Quality
Mazda Nailed All Of The Exterior Elements of The 2025 CX-70 and The Interior Is Impressive and Of Very High Quality
By Armen Hareyan on
With luxury-level refinement, thrilling driving dynamics, and a price tag that undercuts its rivals, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 might just be the ultimate midsize SUV for those who crave style and substance.
Recommended 10-Year-Old Car Models Per Consumer Reports
These Car Models Are The Ones We Recommend To Our Friends And Family —Consumer Reports' Best Used Cars Under $20,000 Updated
By Timothy Boyer on
If a new car is outside your budget, here are the best used car models recently rated by analysts at Consumer Reports, which are available between $15,000 and $20,000 today.
2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata will, reportedly, make more than 100 horsepower per liter
This Can't Be Right! Here's Why I Don't Think Mazda MX-5 Miata Will Go Fully-Electric
By Dimitar Angelov on
Reports from Japan are alarming, but here's why I don't think Mazda's popular Japanese roadster will go EV.
Least Expensive Cars to Repair Revealed by Garage Mechanics
Top 5 Least Expensive Vehicles To Maintain Where Toyota Did Not Make the Cut
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is a list of the least expensive cars to maintain released by a garage based on their work order data from customers and what they paid. Plus, the real reason why Toyota did not make the cut.
The Hyundai Palisade offers immense value for money in the luxury SUV market
Why According To A Reputable Publication, Hyundai Is The Best SUV Brand For 2025
By Dimitar Angelov on
US News says Hyundai is ahead of Toyota and Mazda thanks to a stout selection of ICE and BEV crossovers and SUV models. Here's why.
An LS7 427 V-8 engine
8 Japanese Sports Cars Begging For An LS V-8 Engine Swap
By Dimitar Angelov on
While great in their own right, these Japanese sports cars are perfect candidates for GM's fabled LS V-8 engine swap.
Image of 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV by John Goreham
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Premium Plus Review - A Different Road
By John Goreham on
We have a chance to try out Mazda’s top trim of the new plug-in hybrid-electric CX-70 SUV. Does it have the Zoom Zoom vibe?
2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid SLP Review
Mazda Hits the Hybrid Mark With The 2025 CX-50
By Armen Hareyan on
For 2025, Mazda introduces the CX-50 Hybrid, adding a new dimension to this popular model. With a hybrid option, the CX-50 promises not only strong performance but also improved fuel efficiency.
Consumer Reports Improves Used Car Recommendations for Shoppers
Best Used Cars of the Year: The 10 Top Picks by Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on
An important change to Consumer Reports car reviews reveals the top 10 best used car recommendations of 2024 that will save you thousands when shopping for a safe and reliable sedan, SUV, or truck model.
10 Cheap Cars Recommended This August
10 Cheap Cars That Consumer Reports Recommends for August 2024
By Timothy Boyer on
Ten solid, safe, and reliable new models recommended by CR analysts that have the lowest transaction prices this month.
Reliable Used Cars Under $10,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports Best Used Cars for Under $10,000 Update
By Timothy Boyer on
If you are looking for a good used car that has proven its worth with a good track record over the past 14 years, here are some used car models analysts at Consumer Reports rate as the best deals that can be found under $10,000 right now.
Image Mazda CX-5 and CX-50 by John Goreham
2025 Mazda’s CX-5 Lives On After CX-50 Arrives - Still Brand’s Top Seller
By John Goreham on
Mazda fans speculated about the Mazda CX-5’s future. Now we know.
Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs Shoppers Are Buying Today
Consumer Reports’ Best Deals on 10 Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports’ best deals toward buying the most fuel-efficient cars and SUVs based on overall fuel-economy test results, recent consumer car shopping data, and current MSRP pricing.
Consumer Reports New List of Used Cars for All Budgets
"These Top Models from Honda, Subaru, Toyota, and Others Should Suit All budgets" - 56 Best Used SUVs, Sedans, and Small Cars of 2024
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports analysts have recently updated and released their latest list of used cars, SUVs, and pickup truck models ranging in price from under $10,000 up to $40,000―all of which they tested personally.
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