Mazda Plans to Unveil SKYACTIV-D Engine

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Mazda Motor Corp. recently announced that it will pursue its diesel engine dreams, even though the outlook is looking cloudy after Volkswagen’s recent dilemma. Dave Sullivan, an Analyst for Industry Researcher AutoPacific Inc. said: “It’s been delayed and delayed, and Mazda keeps saying it’s coming. At this point, I don’t understand why they would need a diesel for this market. I don’t see it happening.” The development of the new SKYACTIV-D engine is very important for Mazda since 45% of its domestic sales are diesel models. Satoru Takada, an analyst at TIW Inc. in Tokyo, said: “Mazda is aiming to introduce the diesel vehicles in North America, but this Volkswagen cheating case looms dark in front. There is the possibility that authorities raise the bar of emissions testing even higher. That would be a burden for their strategy.”

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SKYACTIV-R: The Next Mazda Rotary Engine

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Mazda recently unveiled that next sports car concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show earlier this week and it is exactly what we expected from the Japanese automaker. A new two-seater roadster will feature a rotary engine under the hood – confirming many of this year’s earlier speculations. Although the Mazda RX-8 was discontinued in 2012, fans have been pushing for a replacement ever since – and they finally got one. In an interview, a few months ago, Mazda CEO, Masamichi Kogai, confirmed that the Japanese automaker had dedicated a team to work on the development of rotary engines. Cardinale Mazda is extremely interested on the development of this story and will be sure to update you as this story develops.

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2016 Mazda CX-3 Tested on the Track

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Torque News recently announced that the all-new 2016 Mazda CX-3 on the track at an International Motor Press Association event earlier this month. The editors decided that in order to test the 2016 Mazda CX-3’s brake system and handling; the Mazda CX-3 brakes turned out to be firm, great linear feel and the CX-3 stops straight. The Mazda CX-3 is easy to drive and has no bad habits and is able to take turns quickly. The Mazda CX-3 goes beyond the limit – “It takes a corner or two to get the feel, otherwise the CX-3 understeers” Torque News.

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Mazda CX-5 Crowned by J.D. Power Appeal Study

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Mazda’s outstanding Mazda CX-5 continues to rack up the awards through the end of summer. The J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout Study evaluates how much owners like their vehicle after 90 days of purchase. The highest ranked vehicles are then recognized by J.D. Power Appeal Study. This year, the popular Mazda CX-5 was ranked at the top of the list in the compact SUV category – beating the 2015 Subaru Forester. This is no surprise to Cardinale Mazda in Salinas – we understand the value of the safety features, driver-centric technology and interior comfort – all great amenities that the Mazda CX-5 delivers with grace.

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A New Bree in the Auto Industry: Subcompact SUV

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A new subcompact model has rolled out this year and automakers are in a frenzy trying to catch up with the latest trends. Prices for these models start around $20,000. The most-talked about Subcompact model right now is the Mazda CX-3; the Mazda subcompact is competing against the Jeep Renegade, Chevrolet Trax, Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-3. Mark Rechtin, Cars Editor said: “These subcompact SUVs are built on the same platform as cheap, small hatchbacks. That’s great for keeping the price down, but it also can hurt performance.”

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Mazda CX-3 Crossover: The Talk of the Town

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Mazda’s latest model to join the lineup is everywhere we turn; in fact, this model is the hottest trend in the automotive industry and can be researched quite easily, as there is a plethora of articles, reviews and blogs on the recently launched vehicle. To add to the list, here is our take on the new crossover and the hype surrounding this new vehicle segment. The Mazda CX-3 is offered as a front-wheel drive only and is equipped reasonably well with safety features and driver-centric technology. Although technology plays a tremendous role when deciding which model to purchase, we found that the car’s styling is just as important. The Mazda CX-3’s styling and design really sets it apart from the competition. The interior and exterior of the compact crossover are award-worthy and not to mention comfortable!

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2016 Mazda Miata Receives Glowing Praise

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The 2016 Mazda Miata has received quite a bit of praise in the past few months – and it’s all well deserved. The fourth generation Miata is better than ever before – everything has changed and it’s looking better than ever before. Almost 26 years after the Miata first launched, Mazda has changed just about everything. The Miata experience has been the automakers best selling point which is why it was important for the Miata to remain sprightly and to feature a high-revving engine. The Mazda’s SKYACTIV Technology makes the roadster both efficient and powerful; additionally, its aluminum body panels and new LED lamps add a new style and contribute to a better, safer, stronger and lighter Miata than ever before.

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Mazda Rings in 3 German Design Awards in 2015

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Mazda Motor Corporation announced last month that they received three awards in the Automotive Brand Contest. The company’s global design team, Mazda CX-3 and Bike by KODO concept were all honored at an award ceremony that was held last month in Frankfurt. The Mazda CX-3 also received the Best of the Best in the Exterior Volume Brand category, while the Bike by KODO Concept track racer received its own award. Ikuo Maeda, Executive Officer and Design Chief of Mazda’s Design Division, said: “We are very excited about the awards presented to the CX-3, the Bike by KODO Concept and especially our Global Design Team. The entire team will continue to work to create dynamic and energetic designs that will excite our customers.”

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Mazda MX-5 Crash Test Scores Highly

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In the latest round of EuroNCAP crash testing, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata received a four-star rating. Despite earning a high score, the Miata earned a strong 93% for pedestrian impacts. In a recent report, published by the EuroNCAP, they said: “The Mazda MX-5 achieved a four star rating, as did its competitor Audi TT tested earlier this year. The Mazda combined good all-round performance in crash tests with exceptional pedestrian protection thanks to the deployable bonnet fitted as standard.”

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Mazda Wins the 1991 Le Mans Race

Although Johnny Herbert is credited for Mazda’s legendary win at the 1991 Le Mans race car in the 787B race car, less is known of the other drivers who helped Mazda to become the first Japanese manufactuerer to win the world-famous 24-hour endurance race. Although Herbert is known and remembered for his legendary Le Mans race win and nine F1 Grand Prix victories, at the time, Bertrand Gachot is also a very important figure; in only his second racing season, he had taken titles in both the European Formula Ford 1600 series and the British Formula Ford 2000 Championship.

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