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Why The Mazda3 Is The Perfect Choice For Teenagers

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Mazda3 3Looking for a reliable first car for your teenager or college-bound student?  Let’s face it, deciding on a first car for your son or daughter is a daunting task.  It’s not as simple as it was when you picked out their first bike with training wheels.  Fast forward to the present, and you no doubt realize that while safety is still a priority, there are a lot more factors to consider when choosing a car for today’s teenager.

 

If you’re like most parents, the factors that are most important for your teenager’s ride include safety, reliability, fuel economy and affordability.  Let CardinaleWay Mazda Salinas make it easy for you!  The search is over, as the Mazda3 should definitely be at the top of your list, whether it’s the new 2017 model or a certified pre-owned Mazda3.

 

It’s a practical choice, hands down.  The Mazda3 is a compact vehicle that is fuel efficient (up to 41 mpg highway), thanks to its 155 horsepower SKYACTIV 2-liter, four-cylinder engine.  Saving at the pump lets you put those dollars saved toward other costs like college tuition.  Reliability is its strong suit, as Consumer Reports estimates that Mazda’s SKYACTIV engine is 43% above average.

 

For safety, your teenager will benefit from the Mazda3 Connect system that enables them to be hands-free with their cell phone.  You can also choose a Mazda3 that is equipped with optional ACTIVSENSE safety features such as blind-spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert.  It’s worth the extra investment to help keep your teenager safe.

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Of course, to the teenager, visual appeal is vitally important.  After all, it’s not unusual for a teen to think that their car defines them.  Who can resist the 2017 Mazda3 sportier 5-door hatchback model?  It inspires pride of ownership which is a huge plus.  That’s because you’ll want to see your son or daughter keep their first vehicle spotless inside and out, right?  The hatchback also provides more cargo space for storing all the gear your teenager will haul.

 

We invite you to visit Salinas Auto Mall to view our great selection of new and certified pre-owned vehicles.  Put your teenager behind the wheel of a Mazda3 for a test drive.  It’s a comfortable ride and easy to drive, with a push-button start.  Our Sales team will be glad to demonstrate all features of the Mazda3.  Let our Finance department at #CardinaleMazda Salinas help you secure affordable financing.  For all your automotive needs, see our website at www.cardinalewaymazda.com.

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

2017 Mazda3 Named #1 Compact Vehicle

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Mazda is starting off the New Year with a celebratory bang!  The 2017 Mazda3 was named #1 compact vehicle among 24 similar models, according to U.S. News & World Report.  That’s an impressive feat and testimony to Mazda’s commitment to excellence.  This top performance vehicle is available as a 4-door sedan or a 5-door hatchback.  It’s stylish and sporty without being pretentious, yet the interior oozes a sophistication lacking in its counterparts.  You’ll find a large selection of the #1 ranking 2017 compact at #MazdaSalinas.

 

Available in four trim levels, including Sport, Touring, Touring 2.6 and Grand Touring, the 2017 Mazda3 runs on a standard 2.0 liter, four-cylinder engine with 155 horsepower.  You’ll find that the upper trim levels offer a 2.5 liter, four-cylinder engine with 184 horsepower, which translated means more power and faster acceleration.  The Mazda3 standard transmission is a 6-speed manual, with 6-speed automatic available as an option.   Fuel economy cited for the automatic transmission is 28 mpg city and 37 mpg highway.  For those who like to drive fully engaged, the stick is the obvious, fun choice.

 

Both the sedan and hatchback models come equipped with 60/40 split-folding rear seats.  If you like hatchbacks, you’ll love the cargo space configuration for the 2017 Mazda3.  Behind its rear seats, the Mazda3 offers a modest 20.2 cubic feet of storage capacity.  However, with the rear seats folded down, you’ll discover an astonishing 47.1 cubic feet, more than doubling its cargo space.  Keep in mind that this is more than most of its compact competitors can offer.

 

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Other attractive features include an infotainment system with a 7-inch touchscreen that is easy to use.  Bluetooth and Pandora internet radio are also included. You can add on a safety package, i-Activsense, which includes new features including a camera to detect pedestrians and a system that recognizes road signs.  Also new for the 2017 Mazda3 models is G-Vectoring Control, a steering response mechanism being credited for its precise steering capability.

 

If you’re looking for an affordable, comfortable ride with versatile cargo accommodations, take a ride in the 2017 Mazda3.  Discover for yourself why it’s the #1 compact vehicle.  Your new Mazda3 is waiting for you at the Salinas Auto Mall.  Not in the market for a 2017 model?  Check out our Salinas used car selection.  If we don’t have what you want on our lot, our Sales team will be glad to locate it for you. Stop by Cardinale Mazda today or to visit our website at www.cardinalemazda.com for all your automotive needs.

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

Orders Are Soaring For 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

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Let’s admit it, the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF looks like it belongs in Gotham City.  It’s easy to imagine the convertible with the retractable hardtop as a modern-day Batmobile.  It’s definitely shaking up the automotive world, as pre-sale orders are skyrocketing for the stunning new version.  Expected to arrive on lots in February 2017, there are already some models in the U.S. now.

 

Sports car enthusiasts and collectors alike are going to love the sleek and sexy MX-5 Miata RF.  For starters, the “RF” refers to retractable fastback, an astonishing power-folding mechanism that retracts in about 12 seconds.  For aesthetics, you can’t miss the pair of flying buttresses on the rear, designed to accommodate the retractable hardtop.  We can only utter, “Holy smokes, Batman!”

 

This latest MX-5 Miata RF is so hardcore that it possesses exciting dual personalities.  With the hardtop up, it resembles a sports coupe comparable to a Porsche.  Put the hardtop down and you’ve got yourself a roadster capable of stopping people dead in their tracks as they stare in either awe or envy.  If you dare, consider blaring Rod Stewart’s “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy?” anthem.

 

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There’s so much to embrace about this hipster, including Nappa leather interior, 6-speed manual or automatic, standard 4.6-inch color TFT screen within its gauge display, and a 2.0 liter, four-cylinder Skyactiv engine.  It boasts a fuel economy of 27 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.  Offered in six trims, it’s available in a great array of colors such as Machine Gray Metallic, Soul Red Metallic, Ceramic Metallic, Blue Reflex Mica, Crystal White Pearl Mica, Artic White and Jet Black Mica with your choice of leather interior — even red!

 

Do your best Bruce Wayne imitation and envision yourself breezing along the California coast in the hottest wheels of 2017.  Salinas Auto Mall is taking orders now for the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.  Don’t be left behind.  Wouldn’t you like to tweet #mynewcar is the MX-5 Miata RF?  For all your automotive needs, visit our website at www.cardinalemazda.com.

 

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

What’s New In 2017 For The Mazda6

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Looking for a family-friendly, sleek sedan boasting peak performance and fuel economy?  Your best bet is the 2017 Mazda6.  It’s eye candy—a mid-sized sedan with four doors and an interior that emphasizes what Mazda does best. It makes it look and feel rich without a staggering price tag.  New changes abound for the 2017 model.

 

The most exciting change includes G-Vectoring Control, a concept designed to address steering response.  The “G” stands for g-force or the force of gravity.  The faster the change in speed, the more one feels the gravitational effect.  The idea behind G-Vectoring Control is to reduce power to the engine as the vehicle makes turns, transferring weight to the front tires.  This helps make the turns seamless or smoother. Yet the reduction in torque is so subtle that you’ll barely notice.  Despite being barely discernible, G-Vectoring Control is expected to significantly improve vehicle handling on slick road conditions.

 

Also new in 2017 are a couple of new additions to the i-Activsense suite of safety features.  First is the newly installed Forward Sensing camera, capable of recognizing pedestrians that emerge into the path of the Mazda6.  It’s designed to avoid or alleviate pedestrian impact.  Another new feature to i-Activsense is its ability to recognize traffic signs.  Just think, no more running Stop signs!

 

Within the interior, new improvements include a heated steering wheel, leather-simulated seats and noise suppression.  For the latter, Mazda went back to the drawing board and implemented tighter seals on the doors, added thicker auto glass in the front doors, and boosted sound insulation.  The end result is quieter noise on the inside.

 

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There’s also a new trim offering in 2017.  Joining the Mazda6 lineup is Grand Touring, featuring leather seats in your choice of black or off-white and heated rear seats.  Other trim levels include Sport Manual, Sport Automatic, Touring Manual and Touring Automatic.  With a 2.5 liter, four-cylinder SKYACTIV engine, the Mazda6 fuel economy cited is 26 city and 35 highway.

 

For those that prefer a sedan, the 2017 Mazda6 offers the latest in technology, with an impressive slate of safety features.  Give it a try, and discover the Mazda magic. Come to #MazdaSalinas, and catch the wave of excitement. While you’re here, maybe you’d like to check out a Mazda CX-3 or Miata.  We’ve got a vehicle to suit every need and budget.  Visit our website at www.cardinalemazda.com for all your automotive needs.

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

The Mazda Miata Emerges Victorious In Class Showdown

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For a taste of a sports car that isn’t just a typical muscle car, roadsters are the best way to go. Roadsters are crafted to be enjoyable to drive, and really let you experience the open air more, thanks to their tops. The Mazda MX-5 Miata and the Fiat 124 Spider are two of the most well-known members of this class, and while both offer fine features, pcworld.com put both though several tests to determine which car reigned supreme.

 

The #Miata and the Fiat Spider have been in competition for several years, but which one offers the most to drivers? A quick look at the two cars reveals a few exterior differences, including 5 extra inches and 104 more pounds for the Spider. The sharper aesthetic with more pointed headlamps and streamlined bumper fits the Miata well, while the Spider has a more classic appeal. A look on the inside will reveal a very similar interior, with both models showing incredible detail in the edging and leather seats.

 

A nice drive down a country road or the highway is the best way to contrast two cars. Two different drivers piloted both cars in pcworld.com’s tests, and gave insightful feedback. They were split on the looks of the cars, but the performance on the road is where the #Miata showed its dominance. The MX-5 Miata created a far more enjoyable driving experience and as one driver simply explained it, “I liked the 2017 Fiat 127 Spider a lot. I liked the 2016 MX-5 Miata better.”

 

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Your local Salinas auto mall dealership, Cardinale Mazda, has the even better 2017 Miata available for test drive or purchase. All the features of this car makes it fun to drive, and you can also learn more about it online at www.cardinalemazda.com.

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

How To Stay Safe And Secure As Winter Weather Rolls In

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With the winter season comes a whole host of new events and holidays, as well as a big change in the weather forecast. Fall was comfortable in a long sleeve sweater and pants, but for winter you generally need to bust out the leather jackets and gloves. And just like you swap out your clothes for warmer ones, it’s important to drive differently out in the cold. Here are some easy-to-follow tips to keep you and your car safe as the temperature begins to fall.

 

Like with many things in life, being well prepared will help you manage hazardous #winterweather much better. A driving professor from AAA, Eric Smith, described winter driving in a practical way, “If you’re not being safe, and you’re driving aggressively, and do not get to your destination, it’s going to cost you a lot of money.” AAA receives over double the amount of calls as usual during this dangerous season, so heed his words of wisdom. It’s important to always be conscientious of the road conditions and change your speed accordingly based on traffic, visibility and traction.

 

Before you head out onto the winter roads, put a quarter into your tread depth and see whether Washington’s head is facing down. If part is visible, then you consider getting your treads replaced, as they are likely low and worn down. In the event you start to lose control of the car, the biggest piece of advice you can follow is not to panic. Remain calm and collected, lightly let off the accelerator, and try to take control of the steering wheel. Then you can gradually slow down by using the brakes. Above all, try to take things a bit slower during the holidays—it’s better to arrive late rather than get stuck off on the side of the road.

 

At Cardinale Mazda, located at the Salinas auto mall, our service experts can help you get your Mazda CX-3 checked out and make sure it’s ready for the cold. We also offer a great selection of Mazdas, new and pre-owned, so check out our website at www.cardinalemazda.com.

 

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

How To Get The Most Out Of Each Test Drive

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With the popularity of online reviews and the plethora of information available, many car buyers do most of their investigating on the web. You can easily find the technical specifications and lists of all the features on every make and model without even needing to go to a dealership. And while this may narrow down your choices to a select few, there is still one step left: taking the car for a test drive. Here are some simple tips to get the most out of every test drive, so you can find the vehicle that fits your needs.

 

One of the most crucial things to keep in mind is how much room you and your passengers will have. Try out each seat before taking the car out on the road, and check if there is enough leg and head space to keep your tall or long legged family member happy. Most importantly, the driver’s seat should be readily adjustable to a level where you feel comfortable while driving. The next step is to ensure the dials, display and infotainment system are easy to read. Check things like the mirrors to see if you are able to properly make out your surroundings.

 

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Once you actually begin driving, the feel of the car is important. Pay attention to how the car accelerates and how it manages both high and low speeds. The steering and turning should also feel right, so you can take each curve with confidence. If you are driving at night or in the rain, see how well the windshield wipers or headlights work, and keep in mind other details like how quiet the drive is on busier or faster roads.

 

At #CardinaleMazda at the Salinas auto mall, our sales team will be happy to show you around any of our new or used models. One test drive and you will be hooked on the amazing features cars like the Miata have, and you can learn more about them online at www.cardinalemazda.com.

 

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com

The New Mazda CX-5 Builds On KODO And Skyactiv Traditions

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Back in 2013, Mazda began selling a new car, the CX-5, which was one of the first crossover SUVs. It was also one of the first cars to combine Mazda’s signature tag lines: KODO design philosophy and Skyactiv technology. This vehicle made big waves and became extremely popular, with the rapidly growing popularity of the compact crossover class helping, as well. Now, it makes up a large portion of Mazda’s sales, with about one in every four purchases from the company being a CX-5. The 2017 CX-5 has received several upgrades to its all-around usability, and also has some new features that drivers are sure to appreciate.

 

Visually, Mazda is remaining true to the #KODO design principles that it has followed for so long. KODO embodies the spirit of true motion, and the CX-5 now includes a larger grille, sleeker headlights and a renovated interior. Car design isn’t just about how fast the car can accelerate or the speeds it can reach, it includes aesthetic elements such as bold lines and a luxurious cabin space. The new interior has better sound-absorbing materials to keep your ride smooth and quiet, while crafted leather upholstery and spacious seating keeps you warm and comfortable.

 

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The other pillar of the Mazda CX-5, the Skyactiv engine, has also been altered and improved upon for the new model year. In 2013, Skyactiv design stood for a transition to better fuel economy and engine efficiency, and Mazda has built on that with a new diesel engine. This engine is powerful and incredibly responsive, and the transmission allows sharp and precise handling of curves. Every drive in this car feels exciting and fun, as if the car is an extension of you and not just a machine or tool.

 

Come experience a different style of design and driving at Cardinale Mazda. Our sales team at this one of a kind Salinas auto mall dealership can help you explore any of our new or used model like the Miata, or you can visit us online at www.cardinalemazda.com.

 

 

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com