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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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Why Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen and Honda invest $2 billion in Mexico
By Don Bain on
Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen, Honda have recently announced investments totaling $2 billion in Mexican plants and facilities, while Audi and Toyota are reportedly looking over the possibility of their own investments.
The Mazda RX-8 won't live past 2011
By Patrick Rall on
The Mazda RX-8 was introduced in the US as a 2004 model with big expectations but with the newest Mazda rotary sports car falling well short of the mark, Mazda has announced that production of the RX-8 ended in July with sales ending at the end of this year.
Mazda CX-5 to debut at Frankfurt Motor Show
By Gordon Block on
The Mazda CX-5 will showcase the brand's new design theme as well as its SKYACTIV efficient-drivetrain technology at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
The Ford Mustang plant could be in trouble
By Patrick Rall on
Since the introduction of the S197 platform Ford Mustang in 2005, the legendary pony car has been built at the Auto Alliance plant which Ford shares with Mazda but with the news that Mazda is planning to move out in the near future, some analysts believe that the Mustang alone does not move enough units to keep the Flat Rock production facility up and running.
Mazda to recall a half million Mazda3 for wiper risks
By Patrick Rall on
Mazda Motor Corp has announced that they will be recalling almost a half million of their popular Mazda3 sedan and 5-door over an electrical issue that could cause the windshield wipers to not work properly.
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Mazda Miata MX5: The least manly car in the world loses 720 lbs
By Roman Rosa on
Inside Line has heard that Mazda engineers were tasked with dropping 720lbs from the current Miata. This is an astronomical number that is surely intended as an exercise to see the limits of what can be shed from the original car. This is excellent news since the Miata MX5 has grown larger and fatter as the years passed which is completely the opposite of what the true spirit of this car is.
Mazda will move Mazda6 production to Japan, but not soon and sales will continue
By John Matras on
Contrary to rumors, the Mazda Mazda6 isn't going away, but it is going away, or at least it will be coming from far away. Mazda North American Operations announced today that the next generation of Mazda6 for North America will be built in Japan rather than the AutoAlliance International (AAI) factory in Flat Rock, Michigan. A Mazda representative, however, flatly denied rumors that the Mazda Mazda6 would be dropped from the North American market.
Mazda may cease production at Michigan assembly plant
By Patrick Rall on
The Auto Alliance plant in Flat Rock, Michigan is a joint venture between Ford and Mazda, with the mighty Mustang built alongside the new Mazda6 but according to reports out of Japan, Mazda may be looking to end production of the slow-selling sedan at the shared production facility.
2012 Mazda5 Sole Bright Spot in May Sales Figures
By Keith Griffin on
Mazda, the famous Zoom Zoom brand, has a less than auspicious May sales figure that was only slightly brightened by the 2012 Mazda Mazda5, which is the least-sporty Mazda in the stable.
Mazda and Subaru planning to phase out models in the U.S.
By Adrian Dorofte on
Given the fact they failed to meet sales targets, two major Japanese constructors present in the USA, Mazda and Subaru, are reported to have already planned the discontinuation of the 6 and Tribeca range of models, respectively.
Women's car buying habits
Most women buy cars based on lifestyle, price and fuel economy
By Cheryl Phillips on
In a digital age when consumers can educate themselves long before they enter the showroom of a car dealership, women have become savvy shoppers who are using a variety of online resources to do their car buying research.
Mazda Minagi concept foreshadows Mazda CX-5
By John Matras on
Mazda announces 40 mpg Mazda3 with Skyactiv, Mazda CX-5 crossover, diesel at New York Auto Show
By John Matras on
Mazda breaks new ground with in fuel economy with the new 2012 Mazda Mazda3 that will get 40 miles per gallon with a new technology called Skyactiv. Skyactiv will also be applied to the Mazda CX-5, a future smaller crossover, and will help define Mazda's future designs. Mazda made the announcement at the New York Auto show, also releasing plans for diesel in the U.S.
Mazda CX-5 to make North American debut at NYIAS
By Don Bain on
This is the name given to the Minagi Concept car, first introduced at the Geneva Auto Show in March, as it moves into production: the Mazda CX-5. The new compact crossover combines Mazda’s KODO design approach with their new lower- emissions SKYACTIV technology and will make its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) this week.
Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's rear quarter view
By John Matras on
Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's steering wheel
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Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's cockpit
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Mazda MX-5 GT race car for Britcar series
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Mazda MX-5 GT takes on heavyweight racers in Britcar endurance race series
By John Matras on
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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