Mazda Falls After Profit Drops on Stronger Yen, Material Costs (Bloomberg.com)

Fiscal first quarter profit at Mazda, the Japanese automaker affiliated with Ford, surged to 14.98 billion yen -- more than sixfold net earnings a year ago -- on an accounting change and robust vehicle sales in China and Europe.

Mazda Operating Profit Falls on Yen, Material Costs (Update1) (Bloomberg.com)

July 31 (Bloomberg) -- Mazda Motor Corp. , a third owned by Ford Motor Co., reported a 12 percent decline in fiscal first- quarter operating profit after a stronger yen and higher raw material costs eroded earnings.

Mazda profit up on solid vehicle sales growth (AP via Yahoo! Finance)

July 31 (Bloomberg) -- Mazda Motor Corp. , a third owned by Ford Motor Co., reported a 12 percent decline in fiscal first- quarter profit after a stronger yen and higher raw material costs eroded earnings.

Mazda Q1 falls, forecast holds on Europe strength (Reuters via Yahoo! Singapore News)

Two Charlotte-area Mazda dealerships were bought this month by Wisconsin-based Darrow Automotive. The company says it wants to reintroduce the car brand to the Charlotte-area market. The dealership group, which has been buying properties throughout the Southeast, purchased Harrelson Mazda in Charlotte and Carolina Mazda in Rock Hill from Donald Auto Group. The dealership names are being ...

Nissan, Mazda lead uptick in June production (The Japan Times)

July 30 (Bloomberg) -- Nissan Motor Co. and Mazda Motor Corp. led a rise in June auto production in Japan as revamped, fuel-efficient models boosted exports.

Mazda dealerships bought (The Charlotte Observer)

July 30 (Bloomberg) -- Nissan Motor Co. and Mazda Motor Corp. led a rise in June auto production in Japan as revamped, fuel-efficient models boosted exports.

Nissan, Mazda Lead Gains in June Japan Production on Exports (Bloomberg.com)

Mazda Motor has reported that its global production in June 2008 increased 11.3% to 113,657 units, compared to June 2007.

Mazda global production increases 11% in June (Automotive Business Review)

With Mazda making good use of the well balanced Ford Focus platform for the Mazda 3, the new generation model shouldn’t disappoint.

2010 Mazda 3 Rendering (AutoSpies.com)

IRVINE, Calif., July 28 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today became the first automotive company in the industry to offer live chat functionality on a third-party Web site. Launched on Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com automotive Web site, users will be able to click on a text link that will direct them to a Mazda live chat shopping assistant, helping Internet-savvy car buyers get one step ...

2004 Mazda MX5 Mazdaspeed GT review from North America (Carsurvey.org)

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2009 Mazda6 for the U.S. officially breaks cover (MotorTrend)

Mazda 6 From £15,630 Miles per gallon: 50.4 Seats: 5 Good for: left fielders Bad for: left brainers Here are two facts you may not know about Mazda, both surprising in their own way. One: in the US, on any given weekend, more Mazda cars and Mazda-engined cars compete in track racing events than any other manufacturer's. Are your eyes bulging with disbelief? Let me spell it ...

2003 Mazda Protege 5 from North America - Comments (Carsurvey.org)

Mazda 6 From £15,630 Miles per gallon: 50.4 Seats: 5 Good for: left fielders Bad for: left brainers Here are two facts you may not know about Mazda, both surprising in their own way. One: in the US, on any given weekend, more Mazda cars and Mazda-engined cars compete in track racing events than any other manufacturer's. Are your eyes bulging with disbelief? Let me spell it ...

Mazda Collaborates With Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com to Offer First-Ever Live Chat Functionality on Third-Party Site (The Auto Channel)

Mazda North American Operations today became the first automotive company in the industry to offer live chat functionality on a third-party Web site.

Mazda Collaborates With Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com to Offer First-Ever Live Chat Functionality on Third-Party Site (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

Mazda is promoting sales of its BT-50 one ton pickup trucks to owners of rubber, palm and rice plantations. The campaign requires a down payment starting from 15%, with a low interest rate of 2.5% and free first-class insurance.

Historic car race in Monterey, with Mario Andretti as guest of honor, Aug. 15-17 (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

LONDON – July 25, 2008: The innovative and exciting ‘Mazda Zoom-Zoom Challenge’ at the British International Motor Show is already proving hugely popular with show visitors.

Mazda campaign (Bangkok Post - Thailand's English news)

Towell Auto Centre has opened an exclusive Mazda service centre at Ghubra in Oman, where customers can utilise a booking system to enhance service satisfaction. Towell Auto Centre has a network of 9 service outlets and 10 parts outlets spread across Oman.

And The Winner Is... [24 Hours Of Lemons] (Jalopnik)

A Kissimmee man died Saturday after he ran into another vehicle, sending his 4-door Mazda into the path of an oncoming semi truck.

2008 Mazda MX-5 (Autonet.ca)

A Kissimmee man died Saturday after he ran into another vehicle, sending his 4-door Mazda into the path of an oncoming semi truck.

Mazda opens Ghubra service center (AME Info)

Mazda 6 From £15,630 Miles per gallon: 50.4 Seats: 5 Good for: left fielders Bad for: left brainers Here are two facts you may not know about Mazda, both surprising in their own way. One: in the US, on any given weekend, more Mazda cars and Mazda-engined cars compete in track racing events than any other manufacturer's. Are your eyes bulging with disbelief? Let me spell it ...

Mazda service centre at Ghubra invites bookings (AME Info)

Mazda 6 From £15,630 Miles per gallon: 50.4 Seats: 5 Good for: left fielders Bad for: left brainers Here are two facts you may not know about Mazda, both surprising in their own way. One: in the US, on any given weekend, more Mazda cars and Mazda-engined cars compete in track racing events than any other manufacturer's. Are your eyes bulging with disbelief? Let me spell it ...

Martin Love test drives the Mazda 6 (Guardian Unlimited)

Executives from Mazda are betting that car buyers looking for a new sedan who might ordinarily lean towards the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord will give serious consideration to the new 2009 Mazda 6, which has been designed specifically to match up with those rivals in the mid-size segment.

2009 Mazda 6 A Crucial Launch (AutoSpies.com)

Ford Motor Co. Chief Executive Officer Alan Mulally's crisis is Mazda Motor Corp. CEO Hisakazu Imaki's opportunity. The two men are partners in moving the second-largest U.S. automaker away from the trucks and large sport utility vehicles consumers are shunning in the face of $4-a-gallon gasoline. Ford, which saved Mazda from near-bankruptcy 12 years ago, owns a third of the Hiroshima-based ...

MX-5: Portland practice two notes (Motorsport.com)

PORTLAND, Ore. (July 25, 2008) -- Defending race winner Andrew Caddell, of Graham, Wash., led the first of two practice sessions for Round Three of the SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup, part of the Mazda Grand Prix of Portland.

MX-5: Portland practice one notes (Motorsport.com)

PORTLAND, Ore. (July 24, 2008) -- Finally, after 10 long weeks, the engines are being fired at Portland International Raceway for Round Three of the SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup.

Mazda resurgent as Ford finds need for small autos (The Japan Times)

LONDON – July 25, 2008: The innovative and exciting ‘Mazda Zoom-Zoom Challenge’ at the British International Motor Show is already proving hugely popular with show visitors.

Rush To Take Up Mazda's Zoom-Zoom Challenge (The Auto Channel)

Wahington DC July 24, 2008; The AIADA newsletter reported that Jim O'Sullivan, Mazda's top U.S. executive, recalls a time when auto dealers suggested the company make a large full-size pickup. They wanted something like the then-top-selling F-150 – call it the M-150.

Motorcycle race slated for July 4 (The Monterey County Herald)

TOKYO, July 24 (Reuters) - The benchmark Nikkei average and the broader TOPIX both added 2.0 percent as of 0528 GMT on Thursday.

Mazda To Unveil Kazamai Crossover Vehicle (Tom's Hardware)

Recently, Mazda announced that it will be unveiling its crossover vehicle the Kazamai at the Moscow International Motor Show this August. Next month they plan to reveal the sporty vehicle’s environmental performance specifics, but they are currently boasting that the car will “deliver exciting driving dynamics, frugal fuel consumption and greatly reduced CO2 emissions.”

Mazda Succeeds by Staying True to its Brand (The Auto Channel)

 2008 MAZDA 3 STYLING | [8 out of 10] Edmunds: "the 2008 Mazda 3 doesn't look, feel or drive like an economy car" ConsumerGuide: "MazdaSpeeds include specific styling touches" Kelley Blue Book: "The 2008 Mazda MAZDA 3 is available in two body styles" The 2008 Mazda 3 is aging gracefully; its sharp, sporty looks are still ...

2008 Mazda 3 (The Car Connection)

Los Angeles (CA) - Recently, Mazda announced that it will be unveiling its crossover vehicle the Kazamai at the Moscow International Motor Show this August.

Japan Hot Stocks-Mazda, Hokkoku, SBI Holdings, Tokio Marine (Reuters via Yahoo! Malaysia News)

When Champ Car folded its tent and joined the Indy Racing League in February, race fans in the Rose City were concerned that this was the end of professional racing at Portland International Racway. Having lost the American Le Mans Series the previous year, it seemed that big-time sports-car ...

Japan Hot Stocks-Mazda, Hokkoku, SBI Holdings, Tokio Marine (Reuters via Yahoo! Philippines News)

Mazda officially kicked off production of its new Mazda6 sedan at the AutoAlliance International plant in Flat Rock Wednesday, a rare piece of good news for Michigan's struggling automobile industry.

Mazda to unveil Kazamai Crossover Vehicle (TG Daily)

When Champ Car folded its tent and joined the Indy Racing League in February, race fans in the Rose City were concerned that this was the end of professional racing at Portland International Racway. Having lost the American Le Mans Series the previous year, it seemed that big-time sports-car ...

The Mazda2 attracts young buyers (carpages)

Submitted photo Blaise Haynes of Ellwood City climbed into a Mazda race car during the Pro Formula Experience held July 17 at the BeaveRun Motorsports Complex. Haynes has competed in the Wilson Karting Series for the past five years.

COE prices fall across the board (Straits Times)

Mazda2 has helped Mazda UK attract much younger buyers to the brand, says marketing director Mark Cameron.

Hacquard Returns with Portland Double (The Auto Channel)

 2008 MITSUBISHI GALANT STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "stylish in a contemporary way" Automobile: "don't expect the neighborhood kids to follow you home" Cars.com: "looks much cleaner than the overwrought Mazda " The 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is essentially identical to the 2004 model, and that's one of its downfalls, according to ...

Full slate of racing set for PIR this week (Gresham Outlook)

As we suspected, Mazda North America will be pricing the base 2009 Mazda6 under $20,000: $19,220 for the four-cylinder model, to be exact. Need more power? Pick up a V6 model starting at $24,800....

Carlson hires digital chief (Mad.co.uk)

The Mazda Grand Prix makes its debut this week at Portland International Raceway. It may lack the big names like CART and Champ Car races of old, but it'll be a full smorgasbord of racing. The highlights will be the Star Mazda and Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup races. Other events feature bicycles, stock ...

2009 Mazda2 Preview (The Auto Channel)

The Mazda Grand Prix makes its debut this week at Portland International Raceway. It may lack the big names like CART and Champ Car races of old, but it'll be a full smorgasbord of racing. The highlights will be the Star Mazda and Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup races. Other events feature bicycles, stock ...

LONDON SHOW PREVIEW: Mazda boss disappointed at London 'no-shows' (just-auto)

MONTEREY, California (AP) -- Valentino Rossi finally conquered one of the two tracks he had yet to win on in MotoGP, beating Casey Stoner to win the United States Grand Prix at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

Historic car race in Monterey Aug. 15-17 (AP via Yahoo! News)

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Mazda Foundation To Assist Koru Care (Scoop.co.nz)

MONTEREY, California (AP) -- Valentino Rossi finally conquered one of the two tracks he had yet to win on in MotoGP, beating Casey Stoner to win the United States Grand Prix at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

Rossi ends Stoner's MotoGP win streak (CNN.com)

Hard top-down motorists, this Mazda — popularly known as the Miata — is for you. The rear-wheel-drive MX-5 is a fun car to drive with the wind blowing in your face.

Mat On Top (Cycle News)

Since I first got the car, there has been a weird noise in the engine. It finally went at 180,000. I just decided to get a new Mazda instead of a new engine for this Mazda.

Mississauga man dies in race track accident (Mississauga News)

Jim Shelton says he was happy to sell his old, gas-guzzling Mazda CRX when he moved into The City from the East Coast a year ago.

Stoner sets record (San Jose Mercury News)

They are not what you would normally think of when you hear the words "pit crew." Motorcycle races last about 100 kilometers, or roughly 28 laps at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

People from other countries coming to MOTO GP (KION 46 Salinas)

MONTEREY, CA, JULY 19: Only a fool would bet against Casey Stoner. The streaking Ducati Marlboro rider took his fifth pole position in a row by shattering his hours old lap record during MotoGP qualifying on a sunny, cool afternoon at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

BB No. 1 (Cycle News)

MONTEREY, CA, JULY 19: Only a fool would bet against Casey Stoner. The streaking Ducati Marlboro rider took his fifth pole position in a row by shattering his hours old lap record during MotoGP qualifying on a sunny, cool afternoon at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

Mazda MX-5 offers peppy, fun ride (The Tampa Tribune)

Since I first got the car, there has been a weird noise in the engine. It finally went at 180,000. I just decided to get a new Mazda instead of a new engine for this Mazda.

THE FUTURE IS NOW FOR ROOKIE RIDERS (The Monterey County Herald)

Leandro Mercado, a native of Argentina who is living in Lodi, had the fastest qualifying time at the Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup on Friday at Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca in Monterey.

Wesley Chapel's Honorary Mayor Named (The Pasco Tribune)

MONTEREY, CA, JULY 18: Ducati Marlboro’s Casey Stoner lowered the lap record he’d sent in the morning by clocking the fastest ever lap of Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca during Friday's red flag-interrupted afternoon session.

Learning Curves (Cycle News)

MONTEREY, CA, JULY 18: Ducati Marlboro’s Casey Stoner lowered the lap record he’d sent in the morning by clocking the fastest ever lap of Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca during Friday's red flag-interrupted afternoon session.

1982 Mazda 323 review from North America (Carsurvey.org)

Mazda enthüllt auf der Automesse in Moskau die Studie eines kompakten Geländewagens.

CHP steps up area presence over weekend (The Monterey County Herald)

HIROSHIMA, Japan — Mazda has announced that it will premiere its Kazamai concept crossover vehicle at the 2008 Moscow Auto Show on August 26 and has released photos of the concept.

Laguna Seca track, weather bedevil riders (San Francisco Chronicle)

MONTEREY, CA, JULY 17: Kawasaki’s John Hopkins spent Thursday tooling around the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca paddock in a golf cart, his left foot in a soft cast as he recovers from injuries sustained in a horrific qualifying crash during the Dutch TT in Assen.

Mazda Kazamai (Autohaus online)

IRVINE, California — Mazda has announced that its new 2009 Mazda 6 sport sedan will be priced starting at $18,550. The top model, the Mazda 6 S Grand Touring with a 273-horsepower V6 and six-speed Sport automatic transmission, will cost $28,260. Prices do not include a $670 destination charge.

Mazda Kazamai (Auto Service Praxis)

IRVINE, California — Mazda has announced that its new 2009 Mazda 6 sport sedan will be priced starting at $18,550. The top model, the Mazda 6 S Grand Touring with a 273-horsepower V6 and six-speed Sport automatic transmission, will cost $28,260. Prices do not include a $670 destination charge.

The first official look at Mazda's forthcoming concept. (AutoExpress)

In the spirit of "sustainable zoom-zoom" — their words, not ours — Mazda has finally revealed the Kazami, the mystery compact crossover bowing at the Moscow International Auto Salon...

Mazda Kazamai To Show Off Swirling Crosswinds In Moscow [Moscow International Auto Salon] (Jalopnik)

These are the first official pictures from Mazda of its all-new concept. The car will be a sporty, 4x4 crossover, and the Japanese firm have confirmed it will take its first bow at the Moscow Motor Show in late August.

2009 Mazda 6 Priced Starting at $18,550 (Edmunds.com)

Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that it is setting its sights on reducing the fuel consumption of Mazda vehicles sold globally by an average of 30% by 2015.

Mazda Kazamai Concept to Premiere at Moscow International Automobile Salon 2008 (AutoSpies.com)

In the spirit of "sustainable zoom-zoom" — their words, not ours — Mazda has finally revealed the Kazamai, the mystery compact crossover bowing at the Moscow International Auto Salon...

Mazda to cut vehicle fuel consumption to 30% by 2015 (AME Info)

HIROSHIMA, Japan — Mazda has announced that it will premiere its Kazamai concept crossover vehicle at the 2008 Moscow Auto Show on August 26 and has released photos of the concept.

2008 Moscow Auto Show Preview: Mazda Kazamai Concept (Edmunds.com)

HIROSHIMA - July 15, 2008: Mazda will unveil a sporty, compact crossover concept vehicle, Mazda Kazamai, at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) on August 26. Kazamai, which means “swirling crosswinds” in Japanese, expresses the powerful yet nimble image of a stylish and compact crossover.

Mazda Kazamai Concept to Premiere at Moscow International Automobile Salon 2008 (The Auto Channel)

Mazda will unveil a sporty, compact crossover concept vehicle, Mazda Kazamai, at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) on August 26. Kazamai, which means “swirling crosswinds” in Japanese, expresses the powerful yet nimble image of a stylish and compact crossover.

Mazda Kazamai Concept to Premiere at Moscow International Automobile Salon 2008 (Japan Corporate News)

DARTFORD - July 14, 2008: The sensational Mazda Furai concept car, which made its world premiere at the Detroit Show in January and performed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, will head a line-up of 18 Mazda cars on display at the British International Motor Show from 23 July.

The New Mazda RX-8 R3 (carpages)

Mazda Motor has launched its freshened Demio compact car in Japan. Manufacturers suggested retail prices including consumption tax range from JPY1.19 million to JPY1.58 million.

New Mazda RX-8 R3 Delivers Even More Driving Fun (The Auto Channel)

Later in 2008, Mazda is introducing a new version of its unique rotary-engined, four‑seater, four-door coupe – the Mazda RX-8 R3. Powered by an improved version of the 231ps twin-rotor engine, the new R3 will offer drivers a heightened experience with faster steering, chassis and engine responses, more refinement, more equipment and even greater value.

Sensational Furai Concept Heads Mazda Line-Up For BIMS (The Auto Channel)

DARTFORD - July 14, 2008: Later this year Mazda is introducing a new version of its unique rotary-engined, four‑seater, four-door coupe – the Mazda RX-8 R3. Powered by an improved version of the 231ps twin-rotor engine, the new R3 will offer drivers a heightened experience with faster steering, chassis and engine responses, more refinement, more equipment and even greater value.

Freshened Mazda Demio Now on Sale in Japan (Japan Corporate News)

Twenty-six years ago, Kathy Helou of Cornelius tried to win a new Mazda GLC as a contestant on “The Price is Right.” But her guess on the price was wrong, so she didn't win the car. Instead, she got a bag of Mary Kay cosmetics. “I don't even wear make-up,” Helou remembers thinking as she left the show. But she began working for the company and quickly found success. In her 26 years, she has won ...

She lost a Mazda but gained a pink Cadillac (The Charlotte Observer)

Hiroshima, July 14, 2008 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation has freshened its globally popular Demio compact car for the Japanese market. It goes on sale today at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealerships nationwide.

Mazda Updates 2009 Mazda6 Launch Info - VIDEO ENHANCED (The Auto Channel)

Ever fancied sculpting your own car? What about developing a unique combination of paintwork and interior trim? Well, Mazda’s design bosses have thrown down the gauntlet and set us that very challenge – to design an Auto Express edition of the MX-5.

Mazda Releases All-New Biante Minivan (Japan Corporate News)

Ever fancied sculpting your own car? What about developing a unique combination of paintwork and interior trim? Well, Mazda’s design bosses have thrown down the gauntlet and set us that very challenge – to design an Auto Express edition of the MX-5.

Who's Shooting What (PDNonline)

Pete:Put yourself in the shoes of a family with a bulky, gas-wasting SUV looking at $75 and $80 fill-ups, Pam. They bought that porker because it places so much metal between their children and the wackos on Interstate 35. Now they're looking at the Mazda5 with mileage in the mid-20s. Do they bite the bullet and stick with the guzzler? Or buy the Mazda and trust that its six air bags will ...

Car in pool photo makes Internet splash (The Evening Sun)

Flower Mound Police confirmed that an adult male was killed Thursday morning after he was hit by an SUV on the 400 block of International Parkway. Joseph Brian Folmer, 21, of Grapevine died at the scene after being struck by a 2005 Mazda Tribute at about 2 a.m.

1984 Mazda 323 Familia review from Australia and New Zealand (Carsurvey.org)

Pictures of a car at the bottom of a Stewartstown pool are making waves online. The family that owns the pool received a phone call from a London reporter Tuesday, and many Web sites have posted the photos of the red Mazda Miata in the pool.

Mazda5 fits your family and your gas budget (Austin American-Statesman)

Has Mazda's product line finally caught up with Toyota and Honda?

2002 Mazda Tribute LX review from North America (Carsurvey.org)

Mazda will present an all-new show car at this year's Moscow International Automobile Salon from August 28-Sept. 1. The concept is a sporty, compact crossover SUV designed especially for the Russian market.

Imagine being able to build the car you’ve always wanted. We did exactly that when Mazda invited us to style our very ... (AutoExpress)

LEVERKUSEN – July 10, 2008: Mazda closed out the first half of 2008 last month by setting two more all-time sales records, consolidating its position as one of Europe’s fastest-growing nameplates so far this year.

Mazda MX-5 Cup TV package announced (Motorsport.com)

Mazda Motor Corp. launched a new eight-seat minivan, dubbed the Biante, on Tuesday, aiming to benefit from healthy demand for minivans amid an overall vehicle sales slump. The 2-liter minivan, priced from ¥2.199 million to ¥2.650 million, is Mazda's first product in the segment of midsize high-roof minivans and features what the automaker claims is the best-in-its-class interior space. Read ...

Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup TV Package Announced (The Auto Channel)

Mazda Motor Corp (7261.T) is confident it will achieve its U.S. sales target of 290,000 vehicles in the business year to next March despite a sharp downturn in that market, a top executive said on Tuesday.

Mazda Continues Record Pace in June (The Auto Channel)

Has Mazda's product line finally caught up with Toyota and Honda?

2009 Mazda CX-7 May Be Taking Design Cues From Yeti [2009 Mazda CX-7] (Jalopnik)

Mazda Motor Corp (7261.T) is confident it will achieve its U.S. sales target of 290,000 vehicles in the business year to next March despite a sharp downturn in that market, a top executive said on Tuesday.

Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup TV Package Announced (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

It's big, it's white, it's fuzzy, and it may be a facelifted 2009 Mazda CX-7. Or it may be the cryptozoological find of the century — we can't really tell. A forum member over at GM Inside News...

Has Mazda's product line finally caught up with Toyota and Honda? (AutoSpies.com)

Mazda will present an all-new show car at this year's Moscow International Automobile Salon from August 28-Sept. 1. The concept is a sporty, compact crossover SUV designed especially for the Russian market.

NEW MAZDA CONCEPT CAR TO PREMIERE AT MOSCOW INTERNATIONAL AUTOMOBILE SALON (Mississauga News)

It's big, it's white, it's fuzzy, and it may be a facelifted 2009 Mazda CX-7. Or it may be the cryptozoological find of the century — we can't really tell. A forum member over at GM Inside News...

For Sale: Clean Mazda Miata, Slight Water Damage [Offbeat News] (Jalopnik)

July 8 (Bloomberg) -- Mazda Motor Corp. , a third owned by Ford Motor Co., introduced a new minivan in Japan as it tries to keep its share of the segment amid rising competition.

Mazda launches new Biante minivan in Japan (Automotive Business Review)

As Kim Taylor was running down the hill beside her driveway, chasing after her red Mazda Miata, she couldn't help but be confused. She was sure she had put the parking brake on. And yet there was the...

Mazda launches Biante minivan (The Japan Times)

Mazda Motor has announced the sales launch of its newly developed Biante minivan for the Japanese market.

Mazda confident will reach U.S. sales goal (Reuters via Yahoo! Malaysia News)

Tokyo, July 8, 2008 (Jiji Press) - Mazda Motor Corp. on Tuesday launched the Biante minivan targeting families with young children. The tall-roof minivan, which has a 2,000- or 2,300-c.c. engine, is priced at between 2,199,000 yen and 2,689,000 yen and offers spacious interior.

Mazda Aims to Sell 3,000 New Biante Minivans a Month (Update1) (Bloomberg.com)

TOKYO (Reuters) - Mazda Motor Corp is confident it will achieve its U.S. sales target of 290,000 vehicles in the business year to end-March 2009 despite a sharp downturn in that market, a top executive said on Tuesday.

Mazda confident will reach U.S. sales goal in 08/09 (Reuters via Yahoo! News)

July 8 (Bloomberg) -- Mazda Motor Corp. , a third owned by Ford Motor Co., introduced a new minivan in Japan as it tries to keep its share of the segment amid rising competition.

Jeff Segal Daytona/Watkins Glenn summary (Motorsport.com)

Great car with more power than you need. The handling is pretty good, but not like RWD sporty cars. The torque steer is really minimal for a FWD car. The gearbox is however not the greatest, and kinda sloppy. The car is however incredibly fast, and you can be doing 200+ easily.

Mazda sales advanced by four times over H1 (Nine O'Clock)

Harris Co. Sheriff's deputies say the man was trying to kick a Mazda Miata while riding his motorcycle when he lost control and hit a tree.

2008 Mazda MAZDA5 (The Car Connection)

 2008 MAZDA MAZDA6 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "Sensuous body shape" Edmunds: "Clean and contemporary design" ConsumerGuide: "Simple rotary knobs" Mazda's mid-size sedan, the Mazda6, returns for 2008 with some changes to the lineup; the 2008 Mazda6 is still also available as a five-door hatchback, but the Sport Wagon ...

2008 Mazda MAZDA6 (The Car Connection)

 2008 MAZDA MAZDA5 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Cars.com: "significantly smaller than traditional minivans " Edmunds: "mildly freshened front and rear styling" ConsumerGuide: "a sensibly sized wagon" The 2008 Mazda Madza5 is variously called a mini-minivan, microvan, vanlette, and tall wagon. Whatever you call it, the Mazda5 looks ...

2008 Mazda Tribute (The Car Connection)

 2008 MAZDA MAZDA6 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "Sensuous body shape" Edmunds: "Clean and contemporary design" ConsumerGuide: "Simple rotary knobs" Mazda's mid-size sedan, the Mazda6, returns for 2008 with some changes to the lineup; the 2008 Mazda6 is still also available as a five-door hatchback, but the Sport Wagon ...

Motorcyclist Dies In Road-Rage Wreck (KPRC Local 2 Houston)

Toyako (Japan), July 6 (DPA) A brand new Toyota 'plug-in' Prius is parked near a sleek-looking, hydrogen-powered RX-8 Mazda and eight more environmentally friendly cars.

Deputies Say Biker Tried to Kick Miata Driver Just Before Fatal Crash (FOX 26 Houston)

LEVERKUSEN – July 2, 2008: Mazda is one of Europe’s fastest-growing car brands and a key to this success is the high quality and reliability of Mazda vehicles, combined with superior service.

Road rage turns deadly when motorcyclist attacks Mazda Miata (11 News Houston)

July 4 (Bloomberg) -- Mazda Motor Corp. , Japan's fifth- largest automaker, gained the most in a month after the European Central Bank signaled it may stop raising interest rates in the carmaker's most-profitable market.

2008 Mazda CX-7 (The Car Connection)

July 4 (Bloomberg) -- Mazda Motor Corp. , Japan's fifth- largest automaker, gained the most in a month after the European Central Bank signaled it may stop raising interest rates in the carmaker's most-profitable market.

Mazda to Provide Green Electricity for Japanese Pro Baseball's 2008 All-Star Games (Press Release Network)

Mazda North American Operations has reported that its vehicle sales in June 2008 decreased 7.7% to 23,771 units, compared to 25,761 units in June 2007.

Mazda Gains Most in a Month After ECB Signals End of Rate Hikes (Bloomberg.com)

Mazda North American Operations has reported that its vehicle sales in June 2008 decreased 7.7% to 23,771 units, compared to 25,761 units in June 2007.

Mazda's North American June sales decrease (Automotive Business Review)

Hiroshima, July 3, 2008 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that it will provide electricity generated from renewable sources, such as wind power, solar power, and biomass, for two all-star games organized by the Nippon Professional Baseball Association in Japan.

Mazda Powering All-Star Baseball Series in Japan With Green Energy (Edmunds.com)

Hiroshima, July 3, 2008 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that it will provide electricity generated from renewable sources, such as wind power, solar power, and biomass, for two all-star games organized by the Nippon Professional Baseball Association in Japan.

2008 Mazda B-Series (The Car Connection)

2008 MAZDA RX-8 STYLING | [7 OUT OF 10] Automotive.com: "bulges with style if not grace" Car and Driver: "athletic good looks" Cars.com: "one of the more unusually styled sports cars available" TheCarConnection.com finds a mix of perceptions when it comes to the appearance of the 2008 Mazda RX-8. Automobile expressed admiration ...

Mazda to Provide Green Electricity for Japanese Pro Baseball's 2008 All-Star Games (Japan Corporate News)

LEVERKUSEN – July 2, 2008: Mazda is one of Europe’s fastest-growing car brands and a key to this success is the high quality and reliability of Mazda vehicles, combined with superior service.

2008 Mazda RX-8 (The Car Connection)

 2008 MAZDA B-SERIES STYLING | [6 out of 10] Cars.com: "little has changed" Edmunds: "a true compact pickup" J.D. Power: "more brightwork around the grille and headlamps" The 2008 Mazda B-Series trucks still look like their Ford Ranger counterparts after more than a decade in production. As Edmunds puts it, the 2008 Mazda ...

2008 J.D. Power Study Confirms Mazda Owners Some of Germany's Happiest (The Auto Channel)

2008 MAZDA RX-8 STYLING | [7 OUT OF 10] Automotive.com: "bulges with style if not grace" Car and Driver: "athletic good looks" Cars.com: "one of the more unusually styled sports cars available" TheCarConnection.com finds a mix of perceptions when it comes to the appearance of the 2008 Mazda RX-8. Automobile expressed admiration ...

Mazda Sees 2020 for Fuel Cell Vehicles (Fuel Cell Today)

Hydrogen-powered cars will not be commercially available on a large scale before 2020, a senior official from Japanese auto maker Mazda said Monday in Spain at an international oil conference.

Hydrogen cars commercially unavailable until 2020: Mazda (Yehey!)

IRVINE, Calif., July 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported June 2008 sales of 23,771 vehicles, a 7.7 percent decrease over last year, but an increase of 3.7 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

June Auto Sales: Mazda sales slip (AP via Yahoo! Finance)

IRVINE, Calif., July 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported June 2008 sales of 23,771 vehicles, a 7.7 percent decrease over last year, but an increase of 3.7 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

Mazda cars to go hydrogen in 2020 (Calcutta News)

Mazda Motor has announced that its national sales company in Turkey has launched a new sales network.

Like The Design Of This Next Mazda 3? You'd Better, Because EVERYONE Will Be Selling One Like It! (AutoSpies.com)

Honda Motor president Takeo Fukui unveils the "FCX Clarity" during at a press conference in Takanezawa, Japan. Senior Mazda official Tsutomu Matsuoka has warned that hydrogen-powered cars will not be commercially available on a large scale before 2020.

Mazda Leads Japan Auto Sales Drop on Lower Spending (Update1) (Bloomberg.com)

Hydrogen-powered cars will not be commercially available on a large scale before 2020, a senior official from Japanese auto maker Mazda said Monday in Spain at an international oil conference.