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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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Seven Vehicles from New York Auto Show That Will Be Important

By Keith Griffin on April 8, 2012 - 11:40AM

After having spent a couple days at the New York International Auto Show media days, I've come away with a few impressions. OEMs are really focusing on fuel efficiency, design, and technology like never before. Here's a look at seven of the most important models from the show, which is the last major auto show in the U.S. until the Los Angeles Show in November.

A screenshot of the 1995 BMW M5 from FM4

The Forza Motorsport 4 April Alpinestars Car Pack arrives

By Patrick Rall on April 3, 2012 - 4:32PM

This morning, the April 2012 car pack for Forza Motorsport 4 hit the Xbox Live marketplace – bringing 10 new cars to the incredible driving simulator that offer a great spread of European luxury performance road and street cars both new and old, old school and new school Japanese performance coupes, a 50s era American convertible and even a high performance Swedish station wagon.

Forza 4 records the loudest racecar on the planet: Video

By Denis Flierl on April 2, 2012 - 8:14AM

Turn 10 studios, creators of Forza Motorsport 4, took their recording equipment out to the race track to record the legendary 1991 Mazda 787B.

Concept shows how Mazda's 2013 Mazda 6 will shake up the family sedan market

By John Goreham on March 29, 2012 - 3:09PM

The Takeri Concept unveiled at New York Auto Show may foreshadow the next Mazda 6 sedan.

Mazda rolls out specs and info on 2014 MX-5 Miata

By Aaron Turpen on March 29, 2012 - 2:52AM

The world's best-selling roadster is about to get better, if the specifications from Mazda have anything to do with it. Expect to see a lot of improvement in the poor man's sports car.

2013 Mazda CX-5 launches Six Million Dollar Man inspired ad campaign (Video)

By Anthony Faccenda on March 28, 2012 - 3:25PM

Mazda's new marketing promotion advertises the CX-5 as "Better. Stronger. Smarter" than its crossover competition.

The all-new 2013 Mazda CX-5 compact SUV awarded a Top Safety Pick by IIHS

By John Goreham on March 21, 2012 - 1:40PM

The recently introduced 2013 Mazda CX-5 compact sport utility vehicle has proven to be as safe as it is attractive.

Mazda partners with ESPN International to broadcast USF2000 & Star Mazda around the world

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 11, 2012 - 9:26PM

Mazda has teamed up with ESPN International to allow racing fans around the world to follow their favorite race car drivers and teams a better viewing experience with a total of 13 hours of racing scheduled to be broadcast in 2012, for the Star Mazda Championship Presented by Goodyear and the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda.

Test drive a Mazda and $25 goes to school libraries.

Test Drive a Mazda and Put a Book in a School Library

By Keith Griffin on March 10, 2012 - 9:58AM

Mazda may be having its financial problems but that hasn't stopped it from committing to donating $1 million to buy books for public school libraries.

Mazda discontinues the CX-7 in North America

By Anthony Faccenda on March 10, 2012 - 8:59AM

In attempt to make room for the all-new CX-5, Mazda has discontinued the CX-7 in U.S. markets.

Online petition asks Mazda to remove Lorax ad campaign due to its 'crass commercialization'

By Anthony Faccenda on February 28, 2012 - 8:59PM

Mazda's seemingly harmless partnership with Universal's 'The Lorax' has resulted in an online petition calling on the automaker to remove all ads from TV, print, radio and online.

Mazda struggling, seeking $2 billion+ through stock, loans

By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2012 - 11:34AM

Mazda is in poor financial condition, having warned investors to expect a loss for 2011 that could amount to $1.3 billion US Dollars and now reports indicate that the Japanese automaker could try to improve their financial situation through issuance of new company stock and some substantial loans.

2013 Mazda CX-5 gets 'Seuss-ifed' in new ad campaign

By Anthony Faccenda on February 20, 2012 - 11:20PM

Mazda has partnered with the Universal Pictures animated film 'The Lorax' on a unique ad campaign.

Mazda Rolls Out Stunning Special Edition MX-5 Miata at Chicago Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on February 7, 2012 - 7:38AM

The Chicago Auto Show, which kicks off its media preview Feb. 8-9 before opening to the public on Feb. 10, features the debut of a special edition 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata that will have a limited production run of 450.

2013 Mazda CX5 crossover price announced

Mazda Sets Surprising Price for 2013 CX-5 Crossover

By Keith Griffin on February 6, 2012 - 10:45AM

Mazda has announced pricing for its all-new 2013 CX-5 compact crossover that gets the best non-hybrid fuel economy in its class. In a move that bucks the usual Mazda trend, the vehicle is priced competitively in the compact segment in spite of a weak Yen.

Mazda recalls 52,390 Tribute SUVs over brake fluid leaks

By Patrick Rall on January 30, 2012 - 12:45PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Mazda have announced a recall of the 2001 and 2002 Mazda Tribute compact sport utility vehicle over a concern that the brake fluid reservoir on the master cylinder could leak – leading to corrosion of essential braking system components and possibly causing a fire in the worst case situations.

10 best used cars for less than $8,000

By Katherine Tompkins on January 5, 2012 - 4:01PM

Kelley Blue Book's editors name their choices for quality used cars.

Ward's Names 10 Best Engines Winners for 2012

By Keith Griffin on December 11, 2011 - 11:06AM

WardsAuto is out with its Ward's 10 Best Engines for 2012 and it's a great list with diverse technology that points the way to how engines are evolving in the American marketplace but it's good to see good old American grunt like that offered in the Ford Mustang Boss 302 isn't overlooked.

Mazda making a big impact in United States and Mexico

By Hawke Fracassa on December 4, 2011 - 10:50PM

Big things are happening for Mazda in North America, where car sales are booming in the United States and the Mexico arm of the Japanese car company has a new boss on the heels of reporting its best sales month ever.

Mazda and Enterprise combine on QR selling program

Mazda Using QR Codes on 2012 Mazda6 in Innovative Marketing Campaign

By Keith Griffin on November 24, 2011 - 11:59AM

Mazda has launched an innovative marketing campaign using QR codes to sell the 2012 Mazda6 through an affiliation with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which is the first rental car company to launch this kind of program.

The interior of the new 2013 Mazda CX-5

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2011 - 12:04PM

The rear end of the new 2013 Mazda CX-5

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2011 - 12:02PM

The front end of the new 2013 Mazda CX-5

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2011 - 11:59AM

The side profile of the new 2013 Mazda CX-5

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2011 - 11:58AM

Mazda CX-5 debuts at LA Auto Show with style

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 20, 2011 - 8:10PM

The new redesigned 2013 Mazda CX-5 made its debut at the LA Auto show. The Mazda CX-5 will provide class leading fuel economy, captivating design, functionality, safety, and great handling. All aspects Mazda vehicles have become to be known for.

Mazda keeps car values up with Digital Service Records

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 6, 2011 - 1:59PM

Mazda was the first car company to have what is known as digital service records (DSR). This has added convenience, efficiency, and security for consumers and dealers. Most importantly though it has added value to Mazda cars.

New Mazda plant in Mexico to make Mazda2, Mazda3 in 2014

By Hawke Fracassa on October 30, 2011 - 9:48PM

Mazda broke ground this month on a new auto plant in Mexico. The joint venture between the Japanese carmaker and Sumitomo Corp. creates the newly formed Mazda Motor Manufacturing de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Plant workers will assemble the Mazda2 and Mazda3 for Central American and South American markets beginning in 2014.

Mazda RX-8 to end production with special SPIRIT R edition, but only in Japan

By Gordon Block on October 7, 2011 - 2:48PM

Mazda is waving goodbye to the rotary-powered RX-8, but not before seeing it off with a special-edition called the SPIRIT R, of which only 1,000 units will be available, and only in Japan

The 2012 Mazda3 5-door has a lower price. Photo courtesy of Mazda.

Mazda drops price on the popular Mazda3 for 2012

By Don Bain on October 5, 2011 - 5:14PM

The ubiquitous Mazda3 has been responsible for 40 percent of Mazda sales thus far this year, and returns refreshed for 2012 with SKYACTIV technology resulting in higher efficiency and performance while still delivering a lower price than last year’s model.

New Wrights Mazda auto dealership opens in UK to pomp and circumstance

By Hawke Fracassa on October 2, 2011 - 12:02AM

A new Mazda dealership opened today in Beccles in the United Kingdom. Wrights Mazda's opening brings the Japanese carmaker's cars to customers in northeast Suffolk in the UK for the first time, the daily Norwich Evening News in Norfolk reported today on its Web site.

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