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Mazda’s receives award for i-Stop system

Matt Brogan — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:32:06 +0000

Mazda has won the 2009 Automotive Researchers’ and Journalists’ Conference of Japan (RJC) Technology of the Year award for its idling stop system, known as “i-stop”. The i-stop system is a fuel saving device fitted to direct injection engines that shuts down the engine when the car comes to rest. Combustion energy is used to restart the [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda’s receives award for i-Stop system

Mazda2 sedan, Mazda3 diesel to join the range next year

Matt Brogan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:45:57 +0000

Mazda has confirmed that it will bring the Mazda2 sedan to Australia by mid-2010 when production of the vehicle begins in Thailand. The Mazda2 sedan sits on the same 2490mm wheelbase as its hatchback sibling and will be powered by the existing 76kW 1.5-litre petrol engine. Mazda Australia managing director, Doug Dickson, said he was excited about [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda2 sedan, Mazda3 diesel to join the range next year

Mazda 6 diesel still class-leading

Matt Brogan — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:51:32 +0000

On the back of waning sales in the segment, Mazda’s early duty cut has helped make its Mazda6 diesel models an even more attractive proposition. The Mazda6 diesel was launched late last year, and so far has accounted for almost 10 per cent of all Madza6 sales. In October, 637 Mazda6s were sold in total (down 11 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda 6 diesel still class-leading

Mazda sees strong sales in October

Matt Brogan — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:40:24 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda sees strong sales in October

Mazda, Mitsubishi post first-half loss

Matt Brogan — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:02:50 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda, Mitsubishi post first-half loss

Mazda RX-8 replacement to evolve current design

Matt Brogan — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:02:56 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda RX-8 replacement to evolve current design

Mazda stand at Tokyo Motor Show

Matt Brogan — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:43:56 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda stand at Tokyo Motor Show

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

George Skentzos — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:07:51 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

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

Mazda to offer buyers early duty cut savings

Matt Brogan — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:44:10 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda to offer buyers early duty cut savings

2010 Mazda2 facelift revealed in official press release

George Skentzos — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:56:46 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2010 Mazda2 facelift revealed in official press release

Mazda6 Review & Road Test

Karl Peskett — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:40:06 +0000

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, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda6 Review & Road Test

Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Alborz Fallah — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:36:15 +0000

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, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Mazda BT-50 upgraded for 2010, new Boss models

Matt Brogan — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:24:13 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda BT-50 upgraded for 2010, new Boss models

Mazda MX-5 20th Anniversary celebrations from Japan

Matt Brogan — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:08:02 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda MX-5 20th Anniversary celebrations from Japan

Mazda to unveil Kiyora concept & eco-friendly engines at Tokyo

Matt Brogan — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:43:10 +0000

Mazda will unveil its next-generation engine line-up and a new automatic transmission at next month’s Tokyo Motor Show. The ‘Mazda SKY-G’ direct injection petrol (G for gasoline) and ‘Mazda SKY-D’ clean diesel engine will be showcased along side Mazda’s new ‘SKY Drive’ automatic tranmsission. SKY-G is a next-generation direct injection petrol engine with significantly improved fuel economy [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda to unveil Kiyora concept & eco-friendly engines at Tokyo

Mazda3 Review & Road Test

Karl Peskett — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:55:22 +0000

You’d be smiling too if you were a 3 Model Tested: 2009 Mazda 3 Maxx; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, petrol; five-speed automatic; sedan – $27,050* Options: None Fitted Build quality; ride & handling; smooth drivetrain Road noise; strange looks CarAdvice Rating: Okay, okay, let’s start with the obvious – the Mazda3 has a big smile. It’s kind of a goofy grin, too, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda3 Review & Road Test

Mazda MX-5 Retro Road Test

Matt Brogan — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:42:49 +0000

The legend 20 years on Models Tested: 1989 Mazda NA MX-5; 1.6-litre, four-cylinder; five-speed manual; roadster – $29,550 (price when new) 2009 Mazda NC MX-5; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder; six-speed automatic; roadster – $53,655 (price as tested) The original Mazda MX-5 was launched in Australia in October 1989, and was immediately an unprecedented success for the Japanese brand. So with the [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda MX-5 Retro Road Test

Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrids delivered to Hiroshima

Matt Brogan — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:03:15 +0000

Mazda today delivered one Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid each to the City of Hiroshima and Hiroshima Prefecture government authorities in western Japan. The Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid is Mazda’s latest hydrogen rotary engine (RE) vehicle that uses hydrogen as a fuel and features a unique hybrid system. Including the first lease of a Premacy Hydrogen RE [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrids delivered to Hiroshima

2012 Mazda RX-7 first pics

Matt Brogan — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 01:08:14 +0000

CarAdvice has today received a couple of renderings of what is believed to be the 2012 Mazda RX-7. Confirming a report we published earlier this year the new model is expected to be powered by the new 16X rotary engine, a revolution of the existing Renesis 13B, as featured in the current RX-8. In its naturally-aspirated guise [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2012 Mazda RX-7 first pics

Mazda MX-5 Superlight concept images, specs leaked

Matt Brogan — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 22:36:55 +0000

You might recall when early last month we posted an article relating to the Mazda MX-5 Superlight which was set to appear at this week’s Frankfurt Motor Show. Well it now seems we don’t have to wait that long with images and some specifications of Mazda’s latest concept hitting the web over the weekend. The Superlight [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mazda MX-5 Superlight concept images, specs leaked