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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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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.

Mazda expanding by building 7 parts distribution centers, starting in Dallas

By Hawke Fracassa on October 1, 2011 - 11:01PM

Mazda North American Operations has built and opened a Dallas / Fort Worth Parts Distribution Center to service 110 Mazda dealerships in the Southwestern United States and Mexico.

Free 'MyMazda' iPhone app debuts today and comes soon to Androids

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 8:26PM

Mazda today launched an all-new "MyMazda" iPhone App that provides owners of its sporty cars access to service offers and scheduled maintenance reminders for free. It can be downloaded from the Apple App Store. Soon, Android users will also be able to use "MyMazda," too.

Drunken driver walks away and out of jail after freak crashes

By Hawke Fracassa on September 14, 2011 - 9:55PM

A drunken Canadian driver of a Mazda6 survived even though he crashed into six other vehicles as he crossed several lanes of traffic in the city of Winnipeg on Tuesday. When his car came to a stop, police in Winnipeg arrested him, and later released him. Two people were hurt. All seven drivers survived the mayhem.

Mazda thrives as sales of one car zoom 196% entering 2012

By Hawke Fracassa on September 14, 2011 - 8:50PM

Gasping economies in the United States and Mexico aren't afflicting Mazda, which for now has the world by the tail as it gears up for an even more prosperous 2012. This is because its 2011 sales figures are through the roof in both countries and continue to accelerate. One car's sales jumped almost 200% last month.

Why Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen and Honda invest $2 billion in Mexico

By Don Bain on August 26, 2011 - 5:40PM

Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen, Honda have recently announced investments totaling $2 billion in Mexican plants and facilities, while Audi and Toyota are reportedly looking over the possibility of their own investments.

The Mazda RX-8 won't live past 2011

By Patrick Rall on August 22, 2011 - 2:16PM

The Mazda RX-8 was introduced in the US as a 2004 model with big expectations but with the newest Mazda rotary sports car falling well short of the mark, Mazda has announced that production of the RX-8 ended in July with sales ending at the end of this year.

Mazda CX-5 to debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

By Gordon Block on August 2, 2011 - 10:12PM

The Mazda CX-5 will showcase the brand's new design theme as well as its SKYACTIV efficient-drivetrain technology at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

The Ford Mustang plant could be in trouble

By Patrick Rall on June 16, 2011 - 12:01PM

Since the introduction of the S197 platform Ford Mustang in 2005, the legendary pony car has been built at the Auto Alliance plant which Ford shares with Mazda but with the news that Mazda is planning to move out in the near future, some analysts believe that the Mustang alone does not move enough units to keep the Flat Rock production facility up and running.

Mazda to recall a half million Mazda3 for wiper risks

By Patrick Rall on June 16, 2011 - 10:07AM

Mazda Motor Corp has announced that they will be recalling almost a half million of their popular Mazda3 sedan and 5-door over an electrical issue that could cause the windshield wipers to not work properly.

Mazda Miata MX5: The least manly car in the world loses 720 lbs

By Roman Rosa on June 9, 2011 - 3:00PM

Inside Line has heard that Mazda engineers were tasked with dropping 720lbs from the current Miata. This is an astronomical number that is surely intended as an exercise to see the limits of what can be shed from the original car. This is excellent news since the Miata MX5 has grown larger and fatter as the years passed which is completely the opposite of what the true spirit of this car is.

Mazda will move Mazda6 production to Japan, but not soon and sales will continue

By John Matras on June 6, 2011 - 5:09PM

Contrary to rumors, the Mazda Mazda6 isn't going away, but it is going away, or at least it will be coming from far away. Mazda North American Operations announced today that the next generation of Mazda6 for North America will be built in Japan rather than the AutoAlliance International (AAI) factory in Flat Rock, Michigan. A Mazda representative, however, flatly denied rumors that the Mazda Mazda6 would be dropped from the North American market.

Mazda may cease production at Michigan assembly plant

By Patrick Rall on June 3, 2011 - 2:26PM

The Auto Alliance plant in Flat Rock, Michigan is a joint venture between Ford and Mazda, with the mighty Mustang built alongside the new Mazda6 but according to reports out of Japan, Mazda may be looking to end production of the slow-selling sedan at the shared production facility.

2012 Mazda5 Sole Bright Spot in May Sales Figures

By Keith Griffin on June 3, 2011 - 7:36AM

Mazda, the famous Zoom Zoom brand, has a less than auspicious May sales figure that was only slightly brightened by the 2012 Mazda Mazda5, which is the least-sporty Mazda in the stable.

Mazda and Subaru planning to phase out models in the U.S.

By Adrian Dorofte on May 10, 2011 - 4:16PM

Given the fact they failed to meet sales targets, two major Japanese constructors present in the USA, Mazda and Subaru, are reported to have already planned the discontinuation of the 6 and Tribeca range of models, respectively.

Most women buy cars based on lifestyle, price and fuel economy

By Cheryl Phillips on May 2, 2011 - 12:23AM

In a digital age when consumers can educate themselves long before they enter the showroom of a car dealership, women have become savvy shoppers who are using a variety of online resources to do their car buying research.

Mazda Minagi concept foreshadows Mazda CX-5

By John Matras on April 23, 2011 - 2:47PM

Mazda announces 40 mpg Mazda3 with Skyactiv, Mazda CX-5 crossover, diesel at New York Auto Show

By John Matras on April 23, 2011 - 2:12PM

Mazda breaks new ground with in fuel economy with the new 2012 Mazda Mazda3 that will get 40 miles per gallon with a new technology called Skyactiv. Skyactiv will also be applied to the Mazda CX-5, a future smaller crossover, and will help define Mazda's future designs. Mazda made the announcement at the New York Auto show, also releasing plans for diesel in the U.S.

Mazda CX-5 to make North American debut at NYIAS

By Don Bain on April 18, 2011 - 4:54PM

This is the name given to the Minagi Concept car, first introduced at the Geneva Auto Show in March, as it moves into production: the Mazda CX-5. The new compact crossover combines Mazda’s KODO design approach with their new lower- emissions SKYACTIV technology and will make its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) this week.

Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's rear quarter view

By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:18PM

Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's steering wheel

By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:12PM

Mazda MX-5 GT Britcar racer's cockpit

By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:06PM

Mazda MX-5 GT race car for Britcar series

By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 11:02PM

Mazda MX-5 GT takes on heavyweight racers in Britcar endurance race series

By John Matras on March 23, 2011 - 10:56PM

The Mazda MX-5--commonly known in the U.S. as the Mazda Miata--will be playing giant killer as it takes on heavyweight names in racing including Aston Martin, Porsche, Lotus and BMW in the 2011 Britcar MSA British Endurance Championship. A specially-prepared lightweight MX-5 GT will compete in the "endurance" class, which allows heavily modified production car as opposed to the production class, which allows mods mostly related to safety.

Auto prices to go up as Japanese earthquake, Libyan conflict impact market

By Don Bain on March 22, 2011 - 8:58PM

Japanese auto production has fallen to only 35 percent of their former output as a result of the Tohuko earthquake and tsunami, according to IHS Automotive Insight. Still the situation in Libya has an impact as well. "It's volatility that really drives people to smaller cars," said Aaron Bragman, an analyst for the auto authority.

Toyota and Honda extend shutdowns due to part shortages

By Patrick Rall on March 22, 2011 - 10:18AM

Mazda, Mitsubishi and Suzuki have re-opened plants in Japan as the country and deals with nuclear disaster risks and regular aftershocks but automotive giants Toyota and Honda have announced that their plants will remain closed until at least this weekend.

Mazda3 Named Top Safety Pick by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

By Keith Griffin on March 21, 2011 - 12:38PM

The 2011 Mazda Mazda3 has been selected by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety as a Top Safety Pick.

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