Mazda Celebrates 50 Years Since The Groundbreaking Rotary Engine

According to Inside Mazda, it was 50 years ago that the Mazda legacy began, with the most challenging project ever put to the engineering think tank.  Then known as Toyo Kogyo Corporation, the company partnered with German companies NSU Motorenwerke AG and Wankel GmbH to develop a rotary engine.  Cardinale Mazda Salinas offers a hearty congratulations to the Mazda Corporation!

Mazda Assembled The Best Minds To Perfect Rotary Technology

No one ever said it was going to be easy.  From the start, the prototype rotary engine failed.  Mazda responded by assembling a team of its best engineers to bring the rotary engine to fruition.  They were well aware that other competitors were also racing to be the first to introduce rotary technology.  It was a gamble that Mazda was willing to take and the rest, as they say, is history.

Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S First To Debut With Rotary Engine

Fifty years ago, the first Mazda sports car to debut and go on sale in Japan was the Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S and it featured a rotary engine.  The development of the rotary engine was the start of Mazda’s sports car legacy that endures to the present day.

Discover The Joy Of Driving A Mazda

If you’re not already driving a Mazda, you’re missing out on one of life’s purest joys!  Stop by Cardinale #MazdaSalinas, located in the Salinas Auto Mall, and talk to our friendly Sales team and Finance department.  We’ll be glad to show you our great selection of the latest Mazda models and Certified Preowned vehicles.  Let us help you find the perfect vehicle to fit your budget!  Check out our website at www.CardinaleMazda.com for all your automotive needs.

Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

Cardinale Mazda Salinas Suggests A FUN Family Outing To The Monterey Bay Aquarium

Summer is in full swing, and it’s time to start enjoying family activities now that school is out.  Cardinale Mazda Salinas, located in the Salinas Auto Mall, thinks this is the perfect time to plan a family outing to the Monterey Bay Aquarium.  Located in nearby Monterey at 886 Cannery Row at David Avenue, take the kids, grandkids or a date and spend the day “under the sea.”  Put a smile on everyone’s face by announcing that a visit to the Monterey Aquarium is imminent.  It’s a great way to escape the summer heat!

Jellyfish, Otters, Penguins… Oh My!

There’s so much to see and do at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Get there early and watch the sea creatures being fed and learn about their eating habits.  Or, there is a smorgasbord of daily shows for you to choose from.  Want to learn more about otters, penguins or even the kelp forest that helps sustain underwater creatures like sharks?  There’s no place better than the Monterey Bay Aquarium to get you interested in sea ecology.

Great Date Night Idea

Need an idea for a date night?  During the summer months, on select weekends, the Aquarium is offering a special price to locals after 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  Adults can enjoy wine, locally sourced food and live music while exploring the exhibits.  Discover the Aquarium in an entirely different dimension!  Afterwards, stroll the historic Cannery Row district.

Come See Us At Cardinale Mazda In Salinas

We’d love for you to stop by and visit us at Cardinale Mazda in Salinas.  If you’re in the market for a new car, we’ve got a great selection of the latest Mazda models and #CertifiedPreowned vehicles.  Check out the 2017 Mazda3 Sport or the 2017 Mazda CX-5 crossover SUV.  For a complete listing of our inventory, go to our website at www.CardinaleMazda.com and discover how easy it is to get pre-approved for financing with our online application.

Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

 

2017 Mazda CX-5 Is A Tough Competitor For Other SUVs To Beat

2017 Mazda CX-5

Word is out that the newly redesigned 2017 Mazda CX-5 is giving its midsize SUV competitors like the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape or even smaller luxury models Audi Q3 or Buick Encore a shakeup, according to Consumer Reports.  It’s great news for Mazda, who has designed an aesthetically appealing crossover SUV that is now its most popular selling vehicle.  Cardinale Mazda in Salinas invites you to visit us at the Salinas Auto Mall and test drive the 2017 Mazda CX-5.  Discover how much fun it is to drive a Mazda!

New Changes To The 2017 Mazda CX-5

You’ll find that Mazda has improved its 2017 version of the CX-5 crossover SUV.  Changes include G-Vectoring Control, the new groundbreaking design that permits easier handling and prevents oversteering.  Mazda has also implemented more noise suppression, making the cabin quieter.  Most notably, changes to the suspension system paves the way to a more comfortable ride for driver and passengers.  A power liftgate has been added to the Grand Touring trim, while it is optional for the Touring trim.

Don’t Delay, Get Your 2017 Mazda CX-5 Crossover SUV Today

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 is the perfect midsize crossover SUV for families.  At Cardinale #MazdaSalinas, we’ve got a great selection of the latest Mazda models for you to choose from including the 2017 Mazda CX-5, the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2017 Mazda3 Sport, just to name a few.  You’ll find a complete listing of our inventory and an online application for quick pre-approval on our website at www.CardinaleMazda.com.  Talk to our sales experts—they’ll help you find the right Mazda to fit your lifestyle and your budget.  And our finance experts can help you drive it off the lot today!  Make your new vehicle choice a Mazda.

Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

Cardinale Mazda Salinas Shares Tips For Keeping Your Vehicle Shiny

Vehicle detailing

We all lead busy lives, and sometimes it’s hard to squeeze in automotive care into our schedules.  However, Cardinale Mazda in Salinas urges car owners to make it a priority to keep their vehicles looking shiny. Take a look and compare a shiny vehicle next to a dull-looking vehicle.  If you were a prospective buyer, which would you choose?  Visit us at Cardinale Mazda Salinas, located in the Salinas Auto Mall, and take a look at our great selection of the latest Mazda models or our #CertifiedPreownedMazdas.  Gain an appreciation for shiny!

Wax Your Vehicle At Least Quarterly

You should wax your car at least quarterly.  Even three times a year is better than once or only occasionally.  The exception to the rule is if your vehicle has been treated with synthetic wax, which can typically last for up to a year.

Why You Should Wax Your Vehicle

For starters, if you live in an area where there are extreme weather conditions such as hot sun, desert sand, ice or snow, know that your car’s exterior is taking a beating.  The paint job alone cannot withstand the daily onslaught of harsh conditions.  A coating of wax can go a long ways toward protecting your vehicle’s paint job and making it look like new.

The Best Way To Wax Your Vehicle

Always start with a clean vehicle.  Make sure that all the dirt and grime is removed.  Run a dry, soft cloth over your newly washed car and check for any rough spots.  If you find any residue, remove it before applying wax.  There are a variety of waxes available, and the best way to see if the wax you choose will get the job done is to test a small area on your vehicle.  Apply the wax, wait the prescribed time and then buff the test area.  If it looks shiny, then proceed with waxing the rest of your vehicle.  When buffing your wax job, always have plenty of clean, soft cloths available.  Be careful not to apply the wax too thickly, and also avoid waxing your vehicle in direct sunlight.

We Love Shiny Vehicles

Cardinale Mazda in Salinas has a dealership lot full of shiny vehicles.  If you’re in the market for the latest Mazda model or Mazda used car, we’ve got a great selection for you to choose from.  See our user-friendly website at www.CardinaleMazda.com for a complete listing of our inventory.  You might be surprised to discover that your next vehicle is only a click away!

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

2017 Mazda3 Named Among Coolest Cars of 2017

2017 Mazda3

According to a news release by Inside Mazda, the compact Mazda3 has been named among the coolest cars of 2017 by Kelley Blue Book.  This is an enviable honor, as Kelley Blue Book is a highly regarded publication — the Bible of the automotive industry that provides candid reviews and resale values for vehicles.

Of Course We Already Knew The 2017 Mazda3 Was Cool…

Kelley Blue Book just made it “official” that the 2017 Mazda3 Sport is definitely cool.  Make that times 4… as this is the fourth consecutive year that the Mazda3 has landed in the #1 spot in the category of coolest cars under $18,000.  Let that sink in for a minute.  Four years in a row?  That is a remarkable feat and testimony to the creative genius of the Mazda engineering think tank.  No other competitor has managed to knock off the Mazda3 from its reign as coolest car.

It’s Hip To Be Cool

Mazda’s secret winning formula that makes the 2017 Mazda3 Sport the top cool car is that it’s fun to drive.  It’s really that simple.  Drivers enjoy the Mazda experience, from driving behind the wheel to enjoying a comfortable ride.  Available as either a sedan or a 5-door hatchback model, you can select either standard 6-speed manual or automatic transmission.  The 2017 edition is now equipped with the groundbreaking G-Vectoring Control, a subtle mechanism that prevents oversteering and provides easier handling.  Also noteworthy is that the 2017 Mazda3 earned a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the IIHS, thanks to its safety package i-ACTIVSENSE.

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Catch The Cool Wave This Summer At Cardinale Mazda In Salinas

Hurry on over to Cardinale #MazdaSalinas, located in the Salinas Auto Mall, and discover the definition of “cool” that is the 2017 Mazda3.  We’ve got a great selection of trims and colors for you to choose from.   Our Sales Team and Finance department can help you drive your cool car off the lot today. Check out our website at www.CardinaleMazda.com for all your automotive needs.

 

Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

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

Cardinale Mazda Salinas Recommends The 16th Annual Monterey Beer Festival

Annual Monterey Beer Festival

This festival is quickly becoming a tradition, and Cardinale Mazda Salinas located in the Salinas Auto Mall, urges you to mark your calendars now for July 8th.  That’s right, folks… it’s that time of year again.  Grab your gear and head out to the Monterey County Fair & Event Center, located at 2004 Fairground Road in Monterey for the 16th Annual Monterey Beer Festival.  General Admission is from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., but VIP ticket holders get an early admission pass good for 11:30 a.m.  Enter through Gate 5 for the event.

Get Your Beer Here

The Monterey Beer Festival is a great place to see old friends and make new friends.  It’s a community event that’s fun and supports your local beer brewers.  Taste a variety of cold beers and toast cheers to the hops and brewmasters that made them the best brews ever.  The organizers of this year’s event promise that there will be new beers for you to taste.  Enjoy live music, as there will be several bands playing while you relax and down your favorite beers.  Tickets are $45.00 for General Admission and $70.00 for VIP and may be purchased through EventBrite.  Valid I.D. is required at the gate for admittance to the festival.

In The Market For A New Vehicle?

If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, Cardinale #MazdaSalinas has a great selection of the latest Mazda models and Certified Preowned vehicles.  We’ll be glad to put you behind the wheel of a Mazda for you to test drive.  From the 2017 Mazda CX-5 crossover SUV to the 2017 Mazda3 Sport, we’re confident you’ll enjoy the Mazda driving experience.  Zoom-Zoom!  See our user-friendly website at www.CardinaleMazda.com for a complete listing of our inventory and online application for pre-approval.

Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com