Mazda is hoping to encourage more manual driving. The Japanese automaker is letting manual fans know that they are on their side with its latest decision. For the 2022 model year, Mazda will be removing the automatic transmission from two of the three trims for the MX-5. Typically, automakers remove manual transmissions with new performance…
The 2022 Mazda CX-30 is the perfect linkage between sports cars and premium SUVs. The CX-30’s handling, coupled with its high seating position, make for an SUV eager to tackle the gravel. In addition, the Mazda CX-30 provides many engine options, such as the peppery 2.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine. Contrary to the premium Mazda is…
Mazda recently revealed a few details on what to expect for the 2022 Mazda CX-30. One highlight is that the new all-wheel-drive premieres as a standard feature for the new year. However, the drivetrain is not the mountain’s peak since Mazda announced i-Activ AWD for all Mazda crossovers. Since the front-wheel drive is no…
The 2022 Mazda CX-9 comes updated for the new model year with a standard all-wheel drive. The crossover SUV also sees a price reduction, something Mazda decided would help boost overall sales in a highly competitive market. So far, the 2022 CX-9 has done quite well given its stylish design and engaging driving quality. Another…
Since the release of Miata in 1989, Mazda has sold over 1.1 million units of the iconic roadster. The Guinness Book of World Records credits the Miata as the most sold roadster of all time. Mazda released the fourth generation in 2015, and as the years progress, so have the roadster’s enhancements on the road…
A few weeks ago (December 2021), Mazda revealed the hybrid variation of the Mazda2 hatchback from Europe, and under the hood lay a “full self-charger…?” The Mazda2 Hybrid system emulates the Toyota Yaris hybrid, but unfortunately, neither vehicle traverses through the US. The “full self-charging” slogan will garner a lot of misunderstandings, and that doesn’t…
Before any reveal, a glimpse at Mazda’s approach has always been the road less traveled for most automakers, from the whimsical Skyactiv-X compression-ignition engine to the iconically-flawless Wankel rotary engine later deserted. But, alas, Mazda comes bearing good news with a bow on top. The most famous non-piston engine will return as a range extender…
The culmination of Mazda and Toyota’s collaboration presents the upcoming hybrid powertrain for the 2023 Mazda CX-50. The vehicle’s dynamic engineer of the CX-50 crossover, Dave Coleman, confirmed that the SUV’s gas-electric drivetrain comes from Toyota. Unfortunately, Mazda hasn’t shared any other details about the CX-50 hybrid just yet. But this is Mazda’s first hybrid…
Since 2015, the fourth installment of the Mazda MX-5 Miata has and continues to glide around the world as the beloved sports car of motor enthusiasts. Although undoubtedly, the ovulation clock is ticking on the non-electric sports car, the roadster rock star will not be giving birth to an electrified rendition anytime soon. Fortunately, there…
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 provides an invigorated exterior coupled with playful handling. At the same time, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander seats seven passengers comfortably on three-row seating. While Mazda CX-5 holds a tighter backseat and cargo area than the Mitsubishi Outlander, the Outlander only offers one engine and the Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) model…
