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Mazda Will Continue to Develop Rotary Engines
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Mazda is committing to fuel economy with its new SkyActiv technology, which was expected to render the companies rotary engine lineup defunct. Not so says Mazda, confirming that development continues on the next generation of rotary.
Ten Turbo Cars We Can’t Wait to Get Our Hands On
Turbocharged vehicles are quickly becoming the answer to having a fuel-efficient vehicle, with exciting performance. They seem to all be geared towards the sensible enthusiast, offering sporty dynamics, while still getting solid fuel efficiency. Here’s some of the upcoming turbo-charged vehicles you can expect in the next few years. We’ve got some spy-pictures, and concept…
Mazda Marks End of an Era With Final Rotary Engine
Starting in the 1970’s, Mazda brought its first rotary engine to market, and last friday, the company assembled its last one, marking the end of an era for the Japanese automaker.
Mazda MX-5 GT Concept to Debut at Goodwood
Mazda enthusiasts attending the Goodwood Festival of Speed will get to see the street-legal MX-5 GT running the hill as Mazda uses the event to gauge consumer reaction to the hotter version of its popular sports car.
Global Diesel Sales to Exceed 12 Percent by 2018: Study
Its no secret that gas is getting expensive and making efficient clean diesels look more attractive, but a new study is estimating that diesel light-duty vehicles will account for 12.4 percent of global sales by 2018.
Mazda, Patrick Dempsey Team up to Campaign Skyactiv-D Clean Diesel at 24 Hours of Le Mans
Earlier in the month, Mazda announced its diesel racing program for the Grand Am series, but the Skyactiv-D will also be present at next year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans.
New Cars Are Shedding Pounds in the Name of Efficiency and Performance
From in-car technology to turbocharging, there is perhaps no other trend that’s fundamentally changing new cars more than the move to dramatically reduce the weight of modern vehicles.
Mazda MX-5 Yusho Concept is 237-HP of Supercharged Fun
Rumors have been flying on what will power the next-generation Mazda MX-5, and while the use of a turbo seems to be the front runner, the Japanese automaker might throw a curveball with a supercharged engine.
Mazda Announces Diesel Racing Program for Grand Am Series
Mazda Motorsports is looking to change the face of motorsports in North America, announcing that it will be supplying clean Skyactiv-D diesel engines to teams for the 2013 season.
Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient AWD Cars and Crossovers
Fuel efficiency is quickly becoming one of the most sought after elements in a new car. However finding a car with good fuel efficiency usually means you have to make a few compromises.
Fiat Won’t Acquire Mazda Stake: Chairman Says
When Mazda and Fiat announced plans to co-develop the next MX-5 Miata and Alpha Romeo Spyder the auto news industry quickly went abuzz with speculation.
Fiat-Mazda Relationship Could Grow Beyond Sports Coupe
Following news about Mazda and Fiat working together to build a new Miata and Alfa Romeo coupe, Fiat Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne hinted that the Fiat-Mazda relationship has potential to expand even further.
Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient Crossovers
Crossovers have pretty much taken over the Sport Utility Vehicle market, thanks to lower prices, better fuel efficiency and the handling that comes part-in-parcel with being based on a car platform versus truck architecture.
Growing Interest in Japanese Collector Cars Driven by Nostalgia, Racing Heritage
Picture a classic car in your head: likely it’s an American icon like a late ‘60s Mustang or even earlier like a ‘50s Fairlane. Maybe your taste is a bit more exotic and you’re imagining a classic Ferrari or even a British sports car like an MG or Triumph.
Mazda Teams With Fiat: New Miata to Spawn Alfa Romeo Roadster
The two latest automakers to climb into bed together are Mazda and Fiat and their love child promises to be one impressive performance machine.
Kia Diesel Engine for US Hinted on Facebook
Delivery of diverse diesel passenger car lines in the U.S. isn’t an uncertainty anymore, but rather a waiting game. There’s almost no question that the world’s automakers will soon offer more diesel cars to Americans, it’s just a question of when.
Laguna Seca Partnership Extended with Mazda Through 2016
The partnership between Mazda and the Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula (SCRAMP) that started in 2001 will officially continue into 2016.
1974 Mazda RX-4 is the Rotary Powered Wagon to Lust After – Retro Resale
Present-day fans of Mazda‘s rotary engine probably have two cars come immediately to mind: the Mazda RX-7 and RX-8. Both feature the Wankel found in the brand’s cars since the lat 60’s.
2014 Mazda CX-9 Could Offer Diesel Option
A diesel-powered Mazda CX-9 featuring the brand’s 2.2-liter SkyActiv-D engine could be on the horizon soon.
Mazda RX-8 Given An Extended Life
At the end of last year, Mazda decided to pull the RX-8 off its North American showroom floors and announced that a limited edition model will be produced for 2012, but just for the local Japanese market.
2014 Mazda CX-9 to Bow in Late 2013
The 2013 Mazda CX-5 debuted as a crossover for enthusiast drivers and turned out to be a pleasant surprise when we got behind the wheel.
Mazda Dropping V6 Engine Option from Lineup
For years now the decline of the V8 engine in traditional passenger cars has been well documented. Even sports cars are moving away from the hulking powerplants. But could the V6 see a similar fate? It certainly will at Mazda, confirms Robert Davis, the brand’s US boss, commenting in a recent interview that the company…
Ward’s Auto 10 Best Interiors for 2012 List Announced
Ward’s Auto has released its top 10 picks for best interior in 2012 today, though in no particular order. Here they are with brief notes on each car’s engine specs and starting price. The 2012 Mazda CX-5 crossover is powered by 2.0-liter Skyactiv inline four cylinder that makes 155 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque…
Mazda Retains Expensive Assets Despite Expected Losses
Owning high profile sports teams when you’re losing money hand over fist would seem like a poor choice to most, but apparently Mazda doesn’t count itself among the masses. Raising controversy and more than a few sets of eyebrows, the only Japanese automaker that is currently losing money has considerable and some would say frivolous assets. Believe…
