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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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Michelin CrossClimate2 Tire Review Conclusion - The New 4-Season Standard
By John Goreham on April 5, 2023 - 8:56AM
Our two-year-long test and review of the Michelin CrossClimate2 all-weather tire conclude on a positive note.
Image of Mazda CX-50 in mud by John Goreham
2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus - Playing In Mud
By John Goreham on March 27, 2023 - 2:30PM
We take the 2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus to the muddiest area we can find to see how this grand touring crossover fares where the pavement ends.
Mazda CX-90 in red and CX-60 in white
Mazda May Have Swung And Missed On Its First Plug-In Hybrids
By Justin Hart on March 17, 2023 - 5:23PM
I want to be completely upfront, I have not yet driven any of Mazda’s new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUVs. I have a lot of respect for Mazda as a brand; their designs, reliability, and engaging driving dynamics have consistently been top notch. European and US media outlets are sounding some sour notes on the range and driving experience of at least one of Mazda’s new PHEVs though. It has me wondering: might Mazda have swung and missed on its first attempts at making its own PHEVs?
2023 Mazda CX-50 review
Get Behind the Wheel: Our In-Depth Review of the 2023 Mazda CX-50
By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2023 - 11:11AM
The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is ready to make a statement. With a zesty turbo engine, high-class cabin, and pleasing driving experience, Mazda has set a new standard for the compact SUV class. However, it's not without its drawbacks, such as wireless smartphone charging only being offered on top trims and the CX-50 offering less headroom than its predecessor, the CX-5. Yet, the CX-50 manages to deliver refinement and driving joy in a way that only a Mazda can, cementing its place in the compact SUV market.
Image of 2023 Mazda CX-50 by John Goreham
2023 Mazda CX-5 and CX-50 Finish on Podium In Car and Driver Rankings
By John Goreham on March 13, 2023 - 9:15AM
In Car and Driver’s latest ranking of compact SUVs, the 2023 CX-5 and the CX-50 both earn a very high spot.
Image of Mazda CX-30 by John Goreham
Is Mazda Premium Class or Mainstream? Owners Answer
By John Goreham on February 28, 2023 - 3:19PM
We polled Mazda crossover owners and asked them if they think the Mazda CX-50, CX-5, and CX-30 are premium vehicles or if they are closer to mainstream models. The answer was pretty clear.
Vehicle insulation image courtesy of JB
How To Reduce Interior Noise Levels In Your Car
By John Goreham on February 20, 2023 - 3:53PM
This is a method by which you can reduce the interior sound levels in a vehicle. The project is entirely DIY and not expensive.
Kia Sorento PHEV, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, and Mazda CX-90 PHEV
Mainstream 3-Row Plug-In Hybrid SUV Options Are Slim But New Mazda CX-90 Spices Things Up
By Justin Hart on February 11, 2023 - 6:27AM
Do you want a 3-row plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV to pack around lots of people and stuff while lowering your carbon footprint on your daily drives? Are you frustrated by the relative lack of options, and or the prices, for 3-row PHEV SUVs? 2023 is going to see the arrival of at least one new 3-row PHEV SUV and the beginnings of a real competition among the few brands that offer such vehicles.
Image of service area courtesy of Mazda
Here Is What It Costs To Maintain a Mazda CX-5 For 50,000 Miles
By John Goreham on February 7, 2023 - 9:39AM
We have tracked every penny spent to maintain a 2018 Mazda CX-5. We run down the costs and include all of the details.
Image of Mazda vehicles being serviced by John Goreham
Why We Paid the Dealer $735 For a Mazda Brake Job
By John Goreham on February 7, 2023 - 8:36AM
Our Mazda CX-5 needed a simple brake job. Here is why we turned to the Mazda dealer near us to do the job instead of paying much less at a local shop.
2024 CX-90 images courtesy of Mazda
2024 Mazda CX-90 Drops Crazy New Motors On the Premium 3-Row SUV Segment
By John Goreham on January 31, 2023 - 2:33PM
The all-new 2024 Mazda CX-90 has two new engines American Mazda owners have never seen the likes of. Here is a breakdown of what to expect from the new inline 6-cylinder turbo and the plug-in hybrid-electric (PHEV) motors.
Mazda CX-90 images courtesy of Mazda
2024 Mazda CX-90 Jumps To Premium Segment
By John Goreham on January 31, 2023 - 2:01PM
Mazda is replacing its CX-9 with an all-new 2024 CX-90 model. Here are some of the features that will place it in the premium segment.
Should I Buy Mazda CX-5 or Toyota RAV4
Should I Buy Mazda CX-5 or Toyota RAV4?
By Armen Hareyan on January 3, 2023 - 10:16PM
If you're looking for the perfect midsize crossover SUV to complement your active lifestyle, the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 are both excellent choices. Both of these vehicles offer ample cargo room, tech features, and safety ratings, but depending on your needs, one may be a more suitable fit than the other. This article looks at how the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 differ, and which is the better choice for your needs.
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Mazda Struggles To Keep Pace With Demand For US-Built CX-50 SUV
By John Goreham on November 11, 2022 - 9:37AM
Mazda’s newest model is being slowed by a lack of workers.
IIHS Top Safety Pick Image Mazda 3
New Test From IIHS Proves Again That Mazda Builds the Safest Vehicles
By John Goreham on November 10, 2022 - 7:52AM
For the second time, testing proves that Mazda is the brand with the safest vehicles. This time it was a test of small cars in which Mazda was the highest-rated brand.
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How To Easily Change the Keyfob Battery In a Mazda
By John Goreham on November 1, 2022 - 10:28AM
We walk you through how to change a keyfob battery in simple-to-follow steps. It is easier than you would guess. Our example is a Mazda, but this will work for most brands.
Image of 2023 Mazda CX-30 courtesy of Mazda
Is Mazda’s CX-30 The Brand’s Best Two-Row SUV For Drivers?
By John Goreham on October 31, 2022 - 10:40AM
Mazda now has three similarly-sized two-row crossover SUVs. We make the case that the CX-30 is the best of the trio.
2023 Mazda CX-50 SUV crash test image
Mazda’s New 2023 CX-50 Earns Industry's Highest Safety Award From IIHS
By John Goreham on September 27, 2022 - 9:58AM
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Mazda’s Last-Place Score On New Ranking Reveals Brand’s Last Challenge
By John Goreham on August 26, 2022 - 9:41AM
Mazda just came in last in a customer survey related to technology. Here’s why this may be a needed wake-up call for Mazda.
Image of Mazda3 courtesy of Mazda media support.
2023 Mazda3 Gets Two Important Changes - Pricing Update Here
By John Goreham on August 16, 2022 - 10:03AM
The Mazda3 is one of our favorite cars. For 2023 there are two things you should know if you are shopping for a Mazda3.
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Miata RF or Soft-Top - How To Choose
By John Goreham on August 15, 2022 - 6:06PM
We explain the differences between the Mazda Miata soft-top and the retractable fastback hardtop version. Here is how to know which is right for you.
CX-50 Meridian Edition image courtesy of Mazda Media Support.
Mazda’s CX-50 Meridian Edition Is Ready To Take You Further Afield
By John Goreham on August 2, 2022 - 7:56PM
The all-new 2023 CX-50 Meridian Edition is Mazda’s special version of its newest crossover. Here are the details and prices.
2023 Mazda CX-5 Image courtesy of Mazda
2023 Mazda CX-5 Pricing and One Important Change to Know About
By John Goreham on July 28, 2022 - 7:39AM
The new model year for Mazda’s CX-5 brings a change many owners will find of interest. Here are the prices and the update for this top-selling model.
Kia Niro, Sorento, Sportage, and EV6 side by side
Kia U.S. Electrified Vehicle Sales up 132 Percent, year over year, in May 2022
By Justin Hart on June 3, 2022 - 3:25AM
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.
Mazda3 image courtesy of Mazda
Review: 2022 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo AWD Premium Plus Hatchback
By John Goreham on May 19, 2022 - 10:00AM
We review the 2022 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo and find that it checks off all the boxes.
CX-9 images courtesy of Mazda and IIHS
Mazda CX-9 Highest-Rated In New Mid-Size 3-Row SUV Safety Testing
By John Goreham on May 18, 2022 - 1:47PM
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.
2022 Mazda CX-5 Review
2022 Mazda CX-5 Review: Thorough Renewal Without Changing DNA
By Armen Hareyan on May 10, 2022 - 9:17AM
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.
2023 Mazda CX-50 image by John Goreham
2023 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Review - Probably Not What You Thought
By John Goreham on May 2, 2022 - 11:34AM
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
Mazda MX-30’s Odd Side Doors Score Perfect 5’s On Crash Test
By John Goreham on April 11, 2022 - 5:15PM
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.
Images of Mazda CX-50 courtesy of Mazda
This Tire Choice Will Elevate The Mazda CX-50 Meridian
By John Goreham on April 8, 2022 - 10:02AM
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.
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