Mazda sees strong sales in October

Mazda has had another month of strong sales results and is on the way to making the 74,000 sales target that was set for the 2009 year.

Mazda sold a total of 5,637 new vehicles in the month of October which is up two per cent from this time last year.
Mazda is Australia’s number one selling [...]

Mazda, Mitsubishi post first-half loss

Although the global car market is beginning to show signs of recovery, some manufacturers are still suffering the effects of the Global Economic Downturn.
Two such companies are Japanese manufacturers Mazda and Mitsubishi, both posting half-year net losses over night.
As Japan’s fourth and fifth largest manufacturers respectively, the pair cited falling sales and the strong value [...]

Mazda RX-8 replacement to evolve current design

As Mazda prepares its next-generation RX-8 reports are leaking through that the design will be more evolutionary than revolutionary.

With the model’s seventh birthday fast approaching the team at Mazda are hurrying to finalise the product in time to compete with such new comers as the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and newly announced Toyota FT-86.
Mazda’s head [...]

Mazda stand at Tokyo Motor Show

Mazda have given us a glimpse of its Kiyora concept alongside the full spectrum of its current model line-up.

The Kiyora concept aims to couple “driving pleasure and an everlasting sky” as Mazda demonstrates its dedication (known as Sustainable Zoom-Zoom) to the green theme extensively on display throughout this year’s show.

The compact Kiyora aims to demonstrate [...]

2010 Mazda CX-7 arrives with new diesel and FWD models

Mazda has released the full Australian details and availability for its new generation CX-7 family SUV which includes two new engines and a front-wheel-drive entry-level model.

With refreshed design and equipment added across the range, coupled with Mazda’s popular new styling, the new CX-7 is sure to be a sales hit for Mazda when it hits [...]

Mazda to offer buyers early duty cut savings

Mazda will pass duty cut savings on to customers now, three months ahead of the Federal Government planned cuts to the tax.

The duty on passenger cars, which is currently 10 per cent, will be halved to five per cent right away on all new Mazda purchases which, in some instances, could save buyers up to [...]

2010 Mazda2 facelift revealed in official press release

Mazda has inadvertently unveiled its facelifted new generation Mazda2 in an official press release announcing the commencement of production at the brand’s Thailand plant.

While the original Mazda2 premiered the brand’s funky new design direction, subsequent updates to the remainder of the Mazda model line-up featured the now trademark ’smiley grille’ – notably absent from the [...]

Mazda6 Review & Road Test

Solid build, solid performance, solid reputation

Model Tested:

2009 Mazda Mazda6 Diesel; 2.2-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six speed manual; wagon – $37,940*

Options:

None fitted

Engine; gearbox; driveability; practicality
Ride a tad firm; no automatic option
CarAdvice Rating:
The new MZR-CD diesel engine in Mazda6 – and let’s hope Mazda3 as well – is an absolute pearler. It’s quiet, [...]

Mazda CX-9 Specifications

New 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Despite the Happy Face portfolio, Mazda seems to be doing everything perfectly at the moment. Who ever is in charge of Mazda designs needs to be given a raise as there is not even one remotely unlovable model in the company’s stable.

Today sees the release of the refreshed 7-seat Mazda SUV, [...]

Mazda BT-50 upgraded for 2010, new Boss models

Mazda have updated its award-winning BT-50 for 2010 with improved safety, comfort, convenience and style.

Now dubbed the BT-50 Boss range, it kicks off with the 4×2 Single Cab Chassis DX which adds power windows and mirrors to an already impressive feature list. The 4×4 Single Cab Chassis DX adds alloy wheels along with power [...]

Mazda MX-5 20th Anniversary celebrations from Japan

To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Mazda Roadster (known here as the MX-5), Mazda Motor Corporation hosted a special commemorative event last weekend at its Miyoshi Proving Ground in western Japan.

First launched in 1989, Mazda’s two-seat lightweight open-top sports car is celebrating its 20th birthday this year. To commemorate the milestone, over 1,600 [...]

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