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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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Mazda celebrates the MX-5 Miata turning 25 with special tribute

By John Goreham on February 10, 2014 - 12:19PM

Mazda has created a website to celebrate a quarter century of the world’s favorite drop-top. Any Miata fan will want to check it out.

Why can't the 2015 Mazda 6 diesel work in the US?

By John Goreham on January 9, 2014 - 1:00PM

Mazda fans in search of a diesel will have to wait a little longer. Could it be that the Mazda 6 diesel is not green enough or efficient enough to beat the gas version?

Analysts see Mazda partnering with a larger automaker: approach that requires great care

By Brady Holt on November 29, 2013 - 6:47PM

If Mazda were to join forces with a larger car company, it would get access to more money for product development -- but would need to be careful that it isn't diluted.

Mazda may be working on a rotary after all - in an electric car?

By Brady Holt on November 25, 2013 - 11:46PM

A range-extended electric Mazda2 may be using a rotary engine to recharge its batteries.

Where does it fit? The Mazda CX-9 is out of place in the lineup

By Brady Holt on November 25, 2013 - 12:18AM

The Mazda CX-9 is a competitive large crossover, but it's not much like any other current Mazda. Its replacement will likely be something very different.

Consumer Reports isn't blown away by new 2014 Mazda3

By Brady Holt on November 23, 2013 - 1:36PM

Consumer Reports' preliminary writeup of the Mazda3 is positive but short of glowing.

Left behind: The Mazdas without SkyActiv fuel-saving technology

By Brady Holt on November 23, 2013 - 12:01AM

Mazda has upgraded the heart of its lineup with "SKYACTIV" technology, but other models are still lacking.

Mazda3 hybrid will get more than 50 mpg, but sadly won't be sold in U.S.

By Brady Holt on November 21, 2013 - 4:21PM

Mazda has unveiled a Japan-only hybrid version of the Mazda3 compact car, despite its apparent U.S.-market potential.

Mazdas get another flurry of awards

By Brady Holt on November 20, 2013 - 11:52PM

The Mazda3 and Mazda6 are both award-winners.

Hopes are dim for new rotary-engine Mazdas

By Brady Holt on November 19, 2013 - 5:27PM

Mazda CEO Masa-michi Kogai says it's unlikely Mazda will build another rotary engine, but that's an understandable reaction to market forces.

Mazda earns high resale value score, Mazda3 judged best in class

By Brady Holt on November 18, 2013 - 10:51PM

The Mazda3 was the 2014 ALG Residual Value Award Recipient for the compact-car class, and Mazda was ranked fifth place overall among mainstream brands.

New Mazda racecars will challenge stereotypes of diesels

By Brady Holt on November 16, 2013 - 10:54AM

Mazda will enter two racecars in the 2014 USCC that feature modified versions of its stock diesel engine.

'Automobile' award finalist Mazda3 "at the top of the compact heap"

By Brady Holt on November 15, 2013 - 2:30PM

The 2014 Mazda3 is in line for the "Automobile of the Year" award, joining such other hot new models as the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Jaguar F-Type and Mercedes-Benz CLA as a finalist.

Oops - Mazda CX-5 crashes while demonstrating safety features to customer

By Aaron Turpen on November 12, 2013 - 4:47PM

A Mazda dealership in Japan had an employee showing a customer how to operate the safety features of their CX-5 when the vehicle crashed into a fence, injuring both occupants. Not exactly what we'd call a safety demo!

Mazda concepts wow SEMA audiences with a blend of heritage and contemporary design

By Aaron Turpen on November 7, 2013 - 1:08AM

Several new concepts at SEMA showcase Mazda's Zoom-Zoom and KODO design language motifs. Both the Mazda3 and Mazda6 are rethought in the Club Sports, Vector and Ceramic themes.

Mazda reports best October sales in 6 years

By Aaron Turpen on November 3, 2013 - 11:04PM

Mazda North America reported October 2013 sales of nearly 20,000 vehicles, a six percent increase over last year, with many models doubling in sales year-on-year.

Lauren Carter and Mazda NA CEO Jim O'Sullivan

Mazda sells 10 millionth car in the U.S. to a guitar teacher in Illinois

By Aaron Turpen on October 22, 2013 - 12:44PM

26-year-old Lauren Carter became Mazda's 10 millionth American customer when she purchased an all-new 2014 Mazda3 in Naperville, Illinois. Lucky for Mazda, she is exceedingly photogenic too.

North American Car and Truck of the Year Short List Announced

By Patrick Rall on October 1, 2013 - 9:06PM

The jurors for the North American Car and Truck of the Year award have announced their short lists for each category - with 12 cars and 12 trucks or sport utility vehicles battling for the prestigious awards that will be announced at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

EXCLUSIVE: Mazda donates $15,000 to save animals stranded in the Colorado flooding

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2013 - 3:54PM

The Colorado floods have devastated the area and to help, Mazda has donated $35,000 in relief effort funding, $15,000 of which will go to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley to help save stranded and lost pets. We talk to some of the Colorado residents who welcome this unique gift.

2014 Mazda3 Hiroshima to Frankfurt marathon

Mazda3 hatchbacks complete 9,300 mile tour

By Aaron Turpen on September 10, 2013 - 5:28PM

The Mazda Hiroshima to Frankfurt marathon completed just in time for Mazda to open its booth at the Frankfurt Motor Show to show off the prowess of the all-new Mazda3.

2013 Mazda MX5 Club Review: More Fun Than You Can Imagine – Until You Drive It

By Patrick Rall on September 7, 2013 - 12:59PM

I recently had a chance to spend a week behind the wheel of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Club with the Power Retractable Hard Top (PRHT) and I was completely blown away by how much fun this compact roadster was to drive.