Monthly Archives: November 2014

Mazda Named the Lowest Cost Brand of Vehicles

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Mazda Named the Lowest Cost Brand of Vehicles

Mazda Named the Lowest Cost Brand of Vehicles Kelley Blue Book (KBB) recognizes automaker’s achievements by honoring them with an award that speaks volumes to auto shoppers. The 5-Year Cost to Own Award is given to an automaker who has created a vehicles that retains its value over the first five years. Kelley Blue Book compares hundreds of vehicles yearly in the United States and assists consumers project resale value through the data they find – vehicle depreciation, maintenance, fuel costs, financing costs, state fees and even insurance costs. The Mazda CX-5 has taken home the gold for Mazda this year by achieving the 5-Year Costs to Own Award this year in the crossover and SUV segment. Additionally, the Mazda3 and Mazda6 also brought home the bacon, by winning the same award in the hatchback and sedan segments. The Mazda Miata did not go home empty handed either, it also won in the convertible category. If you would like to read the full article, please click below:

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014-KBB-Cost-To-Own/Jim-Ellis-Mazda-Atlanta/prweb11790587.htm

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500 Auto Center Circle

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Phone: 877.989.9252

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Mazda Motorsports Addresses Recent Engine Head Modification Controversy

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Mazda Motorsports Addresses Recent Engine Head Modification Controversy

Mazda Motorsports Addresses Recent Engine Head Modification Controversy Mazda Motorsports addresses the recent controversy regarding engine head modifications in Spec Miata at the SCCA Runoofs. In the past ten years, Spec Miata has grown from a racer idea to a nationwide phenomenon and the Mazda Motorsports has had the opportunity to see it grow from a small regional class to the single largest race in the 51 years of the SCCA National Championship Runoffs. Although in the past, Mazda Motorsports has chosen to stay away from the regulatory side of the sport, recent circumstances will require that the organization step up and get slightly involved. At this year’s SCCA Runoffs at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, a situation involving the interpretation of what was, and was not legal regarding head modifications arose – nine vehicles were protested, impounded after the race, and deemed non-compliant by the SCCA Technical Inspectores. Although the Mazda team was not involved in the review, the SCCA kept them informed. Mazda announced that in an effort to encourage all racers to continue to have the maximum opportunity to showcase their talents in road racing, they will work with all sanctioning bodies to develop systems to make rule more easily enforceable, listen to all stakeholders to better understand all the perspectives, and collaborate with the SCCA in making the right short term decisions to this challenge. If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://www.mazdamotorsports.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreView?langId=-1&storeId=10001&catalogId=10001

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com/?ibp-adgroup=SE_Target

Mazda Motors Opens National Sales Company in South America

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Mazda Motors Opens National Sales Company in South America

Mazda Motors Opens National Sales Company in South America The Japanese automaker has opened a newly-established national sales company in Bogota, Columbia in an effort to supply proper allocation to a growing economy. Mazda Corporation has been present in the Columbian market since the early 1980s and with this new establishment, we can expect great success. The opening of this national sales company will allow the motor company to import already-built vehicles into the country and put them up for sell. Along with this new company, we can also expect Columbia to get the all-new Mazda3 very soon. If you would like to read the entire press release, please click on the link below:

http://www.mazda.com/publicity/release/2014/201405/140523a.html

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

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Mazda Maniac – a Mark of Respect

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Mazda Maniac – a Mark of Respect

Mazda Maniac – a Mark of Respect

Chances are that you’re passionate about something. But are you so devoted to your passion that you’d pay homage by engraving it on your skin? Rotary engine enthusiast and Mazda RX-8 owner Dustin Curtiss certainly is. “I was watching the 2002 Star Mazda Championship on TV when I saw an ad for the MazdaRX-8. I was hypnotized by the spinning rotary engine,” recalls the Michigan resident. “I just couldn’t figure how it worked, I couldn’t stop thinking about that spinning engine, so a few months later, I bought a rundown RX-7 Turbo. It took me two years to rebuild and its rotary engine was the apple of my eye.” In fact, Dustin was so inspired by this engine, that he and his wife decided that matching rotary tattoos were the perfect anniversary gifts, “They’re an anniversary gift. We could have had each other’s initials but we went for something unique. We’re the only people in the world with rotary tattoos.” To read Dustin’s full story, please click below:

http://www.zoomzoommag.com/issue19_2014?group=dsb22&page=1

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

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Mazda Makes the Top Ten

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Mazda Makes the Top Ten

Mazda Makes the Top Ten The all-new Mazda3 and Mazda6 sedan have both made it to Car and Driver’s 10Best Cars list, meaning both are among the best cars American can buy up to $80,000. Car and Driver said, “The 2014 Mazda3 and Mazda6 are finesse cars. In an industry in which most carmakers are trying to be everywhere at one, Mazda’s dedication to doing what it does best earns it our highest acclaim.” Mazda U.S. President and CEO Jim O’Sullivan said, “Mazda is honored to again be on the fastest, loudest, most powerful and expensive vehicle to command attention.” To read the full article, please click on the link below:

http://www.zoomzoommag.com/issue19_2014?group=dsb22&page=1

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com/?ibp-adgroup=SE_Target

Mazda makes it Easy to do Donuts

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Mazda makes it Easy to do Donuts

Mazda makes it Easy to do Donuts Mazda wants you to know that just because your car is front-wheel drive you should not be restrained from being able to do donuts. Earlier this month, Mazda handed the keys of a 2014 Mazda 3 hatchback to, Canadian snowboarder, Sebastian Toutan, and a few snowboards. Sebastian placed the Mazda-branded snowboards under the rear tires of the 2014 Mazda 3 and yanked the handbrake to lick the rear wheels in place – he then demonstrated his ability to do donuts, dift and even burnouts. If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://www.automobilemag.com/features/news/1407-how-to-do-donuts-in-a-2014-mazda-3/

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

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Mazda Magazine Honors Powertrain Hero

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Mazda Magazine Honors Powertrain Hero

Mazda Magazine Honors Powertrain Hero In the latest issue of the Zoom-Zoom Magazine, Mazda dedicates a page to Mr. Mitsuo Hitomi's accomplishments and honors his passion for the inner workings of the internal combustion engine. Having dedicated thirty-five years of his life to advancing gasoline – and diesel – engine development, his hard work has changed Mazda's history forever. Today he is known as the creator of Mazda's SKYACTIV Technology and for undertaking perhaps one of the largest changes in Mazda powertrain history. Hitomi is the man behind Mazda's hybrid levels of fuel efficiency from conventional gas and diesel engines. "One day, someone will discover a clean energy source, but until then, improving the combustion engine's efficiency is the way to make the greatest positive impact o the environment," Hitomi says. If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://www.zoomzoommag.com/issue20-2014#!rearview

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

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Mazda influenced a Fancy Gadget – the Commute Case

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Mazda influenced a Fancy Gadget – the Commute Case

Mazda influenced a Fancy Gadget – the Commute Case

In the early 1990’s Mazda engineers created a suitcase racer which was very accessible and easy to carry, now Green Energy Motors has been inspired by the idea and created a the first ever commute case that is a self-balancing briefcase. Green Energy Motors describes it as “Your Urban In-between Commute Solution.” This amazing innovation could mislead you into thinking it was something taken from the Inspector Gadget movie, but in reality it was designed for anyone willing to carry onto subways, or buses to commute to your midtown office. The commute case uses the same technology found in a Segway – this will prevent you from falling. The little machine can hit a top speed of twelve miles per hour and can deploy in 3 to 5 seconds. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of this suitcase is that it is all electric and after a full charge (one hour) it can travel 25 miles.

To read the full article, please click below:

http://www.autoweek.com/article/20140402/CARNEWS/140409980

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Cardinale Mazda

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Salinas, California 93907

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Mazda Future Plans for Compact SUV

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Mazda Future Plans for Compact SUV

Mazda Future Plans for Compact SUV There has been a lot of talk in regards to the future of Mazda’s SUV lineup – recently, a Mazda executive revealed that a sub-compact SUV, known as the Mazda CX-3, has a strong possibility to head towards production. Seita Kanai, current Vice Chairman, confirmed rumors in an interview. With Mazda’s current development and technology rotation, the new Mazda CX-3 is getting closer to becoming a reality. This model is meant to compete with the Ford EcoSport and Nissan Juke. If you would like to read more on this article, please click on the link below:

http://www.caradvice.com.au/289579/mazda-cx-3-fully-feasible/

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Cardinale Mazda

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Mazda Finishes Strong in the Month of July

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Mazda Finishes Strong in the Month of July

Mazda Finishes Strong in the Month of July This week, Mazda reported its earnings for July and they are proving to be doing rather well. Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) reported to have sold 29,238 vehicles last month – this represents a 17.1% increase in sales versus last year. Additionally, Mazda year-to-date sales are also up 9.3% compared to last year, with 185,669 vehicles sold. "Mazda3, Mazda6 and Mazda CX-5 continue to show strong gains month after month as more and more customers realize the benefits of SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY," said Ron Stettner, vice president of sales, MNAO. "Mazda hasn't sold this many vehicles in the month of July since 1993. A big part of that success is building the brand and showing customers that buying a Mazda isn't buying an economy car on discount, it is buying a near-premium experience for a great value." If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://www.mazdausamedia.com/2014-08-01-MAZDA-RECORDS-BEST-JULY-SALES-IN-21-YEARS

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

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