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HOW MAZDA’S DIGITAL SERVICING RECORD ADDS VALUE

Cars with full service histories are worth more and are easier to sell, according to new research carried out by ICM Research– which shows that a full service history on a car could increase its value by 26 percent. Mazda was the very first car company to have a fully operational digital service record (DSR) across the range, adding even more value to its cars. “DSR replaces the traditional service record book which sits in the glovebox for... [more]

Mazda Reading puts itself on the map

Mazda Reading, the manufacturer's first outlet in the town for more than 11 years, has made a solid start in the first four months of business and expects the final quarter of the year to be very positive, said General Manager Andrew Holtham. "Considering we're a new franchise in what has been a cold area for Mazda, we're comfortable with the progress we have made," said Mr Holtham, adding that his team is already anticipating the launch of th... [more]

Car manufacturers may have to cap sales to avoid CO2 fines

Many manufacturers are now closing in on both the overall industry target of 130g/km of CO2 and their own individual targets. However, some are still miles away and may have to cap sales to avoid unaffordable fines There are now seven manufacturers below the overall target figure of 130 g/km of CO2. However, each manufacturer has an individual target based on the average weight of its models. Hence the variance from its own target is far more ... [more]

Great value for soft-tops this summer

Despite record temperatures and the driest April in years, prices on soft tops have remained cool in recent weeks. The sunshine usually sees the price of convertibles soar, along with the temperatures - but not this year, according to British Car Auctions (BCA). This means anyone thinking of buying a convertible could still get a great deal, says Tim Naylor from BCA. “Despite the record temperatures and dry, sunny days in April, convertible va... [more]

A third of 3 to10-year old cars will suffer some mechanical failure this year

According to Warranty Direct, a third of the 16m DVLA-registered three to10-year old cars will suffer some degree of mechanical failure over the next 12 months. As a result, one in three British motorists will share a £1.6bn unwanted repair bill this year, with some facing bills as high as £7,239. Data held on Warranty Direct’s Reliability index shows that the two-seater Mercedes Benz SL (02-) has the highest average repair bill of £742.10, wi... [more]

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Mazda Receives Multiple 2012 Total Cost of Ownership Awards From Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com
CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today was the recipient of two Total Cost of Ownership Awards as presented by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com.  The 2012 MX-5 Miata ...

Mazda Announces Pricing of All-New 2013 CX-5 Compact Crossover SUV
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced pricing of its all-new 2013 CX-5 five-passenger compact crossover SUV, the first vehicle in the Mazda ...

Mazda Takes Innovative Approach in Debut of New Advertising Spot
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO), the company known for such iconic vehicles as the Miata and the RX-7, engineering marvels such as the rotary engine ...

Mazda CX-5 Try It For Size +VIDEO
Mazda’s All-New CX-5 will deliver a compelling mix of style and space when it joins the newly-classified medium SUV segment later this month.

Mazda CX-5 – Try It For Size
Mazda’s All-New CX-5 will deliver a compelling mix of style and space when it joins the newly-classified medium SUV segment later this month.

Mazda Opens 2012 With Record Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported its best January since 1994 with U.S. sales of 23,996 vehicles, accounting for a huge increase of 68.2 ...

Mazda Considering Capital Increase After Mounting Losses
Mazda Motor Corp., the most unprofitable company among Japan’s eight biggest carmakers, said it’s considering ways to boost capital as four years of losses erode equity, threatening its credit rating.

Mazda Says It’s Considering Capital Increase After Losses Mount
Mazda Motor Corp., the most unprofitable company among Japan’s eight biggest carmakers, said it’s considering boosting capital as four years of losses erode equity, threatening its credit rating.

Mazda Announces Pricing of All-New 2013 CX-5 Compact Crossover SUV +VIDEO
IRVINE, CA - February 6, 2012: Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced pricing of its all-new 2013 CX-5 five-passenger compact crossover SUV, the first vehicle in the Mazda lineup to fully encompass SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY, the brand's all-new fuel-efficient and performance-oriented engineering philosophy.

2012 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4-Door: Review notes: The sportiest entry in its class
NEWS EDITOR GREG MIGLIORE: The 2012 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring is a well-engineered car with sharp reflexes.