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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 increasing SKYACTIV engine output dramatically

By Aaron Turpen on August 27, 2013 - 4:09PM

Due to high demand and more models including the full SKYACTIV suite of technologies, Mazda is boosting production of SKYACTIV engines in a big way.

Skip Barber School adds the powerful Hyundai Genesis Coupe

By John Goreham on August 7, 2013 - 2:07PM

The Skip Barber Racing School has added the venerable Hyundai Genesis Coupe to its stable of high performance cars for use on track. Skip Barber’s students will use both the 3.8 R-Spec and also the 3.8 Track versions of the rear-drive sports coupe in their training. The Genesis will join the Porsche 911, Lexus IS-F and Mazdaspeed 3 at the School’s multiple locations.

The 2014 Mazda3 Priced - $17,740 for the Sedan, $19,740 for the Hatchback

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2013 - 12:13PM

The initial pricing for the 2014 Mazda3 has been announced and owning one of the newest and most efficient compacts in the US market won’t come cheap as the 4-door sedan version starts at $17,740 while the 5-door Mazda3 hatchback starts at $19,740 (prices include a destination fee of $795).

Subaru sheds 'boy racer' image with safest drivers in the UK

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 7:26AM

Subaru Impreza owners and the Subaru brand in general have the safest drivers according to an independent research group in the UK.

2014 Mazda6 Review: Roomy, Stylish, Efficient, Fun

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:26PM

The 2014 Mazda6 is the first vehicle from the Japanese automaker to sport the sleek and stylish Kodo design language but with a roomy, plush interior and a drivetrain that is both sporty and efficient – the Mazda6 is far more than just a pretty face.

The rear seats of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:19PM

The front seats of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:18PM

The infotainment control knob of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:17PM

The dash of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:16PM

The rear end of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:14PM

The side profile of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:14PM

The front end of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring with the headlights on

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:13PM

The front end of the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 9:12PM

2014 Mazda3 Hatchback Tops 40 Miles Per Gallon

By Patrick Rall on July 15, 2013 - 11:59AM

The Environmental Protection Agency has issued their first official fuel economy figures for the 2014 Mazda3 hatchback and the great looking compact will offer 40 mpg on the highway, 33mpg combined and either 29 or 30mpg around town depending on the transmission chosen – making it more efficient than the current Mazda3 5-door in every category while also being a touch more powerful.

2014 Mazdaspeed 3 on its way with more power

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2013 - 2:42PM

The new 2014 Mazdaspeed 3 will have considerably more power than the 2014 Mazda3 hatchback and sedan, but will it be enough to compete with Ford and VW?

2014 Mazda3 Sedan details revealed ahead of launch [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2013 - 8:27AM

The all-new 2014 Mazda3 Sedan details with video have been released ahead of its U.S. launch this fall.

2014 Mazda6 with i-ELOOP gets best-in-class fuel economy in America

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2013 - 8:15AM

The new 2014 Mazda Mazda6 will feature a new brake energy regeneration system that will achieve the best fuel economy of any gas-powered mid-size sedan in America.

Watch the official 2014 Mazda3 reveal in New York [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2013 - 8:29AM

Mazda reveals the first video of the all-new 2014 Mazda3 when it was unveiled behind the scenes in New York and four other locations around the globe.

Feast your eyes on the all-new 2014 Mazda3

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2013 - 1:09PM

Following an early online debut via a Czech website that ignored he embargo, Mazda has announced all of the juicy details on the 2014 Mazda3 along with a full complement of images of their sleek new C segment hatchback.

The interior of the 2014 Mazda3

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2013 - 1:06PM

The rear end of the 2014 Mazda3

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2013 - 1:05PM

The side profile of the 2014 Mazda3

By Patrick Rall on June 26, 2013 - 1:05PM

All-wheel drive is the last gas guzzler option

By John Goreham on June 24, 2013 - 10:25AM

As the world turns to fuel economy at the expense of driving pleasure, All-wheel drive is the 200 pound gorilla in the room.

How a new offer from one auto maker could save you thousands

By John Goreham on June 6, 2013 - 11:59AM

General Motors and other brands such as Toyota are now offering free scheduled maintenance for a couple years to new car buyers. Here is why that could be a big deal to any driver, of any car.

NHTSA steps up to help us understand self-driving cars

By John Goreham on June 5, 2013 - 4:49PM

NHTSA has developed a level system for defining the automation technology in a self-driving vehicle. Just in time, since cars that drive themselves are already here.

The ups and downs of convertible ownership

By John Goreham on June 4, 2013 - 7:47AM

Owning a convertible can be a challenge. Here are some tips for those considering going topless.

Cool self-driving cars are here now

By John Goreham on June 3, 2013 - 6:12PM

The geek-mobile we all envisioned is ready, but the first cars to market that drive themselves are the coolest cars in the marketplace.

2014 Subaru Forester climbs to top of mountain in small SUV class

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2013 - 6:50AM

Consumer reports has just endorsed the all-new 2014 Subaru Forester as the best small SUV in it’s class. See what small SUVs didn’t pass the grade.

Toyota RAV4 vs. Mazda CX-5 driving report changes our view on these crossovers

By John Goreham on May 20, 2013 - 6:59AM

We drove the hottest new compact crossovers to see which has better real-life performance. Our testing contradicts other experts.

11 of 13 new small SUVs fail to pass IIHS safety test

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2013 - 3:01PM

A new safety test, conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds shocking results for the small SUV segment. See if your vehicle is on the list.

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