Recall Central: 2001-2002 Mazda Tribute Master Cylinder Leaks Could Cause Fire

Certain 2001-2002 Mazda Tributes will be recalled due to a brake master cylinder leak which may potentially start a fire. Continue reading

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Mazda3 (Axela) Sport 20S-SKYACTIV

The Mazda Axela, known as the Mazda3 in other markets, also made an appearance in Tokyo in January, sporting unique aero parts and custom BBS wheels.  Parts that have been modified on the Axela Sport 20S-SKYACTIV include the front air dam, side skirts, rear bumper, and roof spoiler. The interior is also unique to the show car, with a black leather upholstery and piano black-finished center console and instrument cluster hood. Continue reading

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Mazda Demio (Mazda2) Smart Stylish

Over the next couple of weeks I will be showcasing some of the concept models Mazda introduced at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon.  On Monday we spoke about the custom Mazda CX-5 and had a gallery of photos.  Today we will talk about a pair of Mazda Demio, known as the Mazda2 in North America. Continue reading

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Mazda Showcases Several Custom Cars at 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon

At this years Tokyo Auto Salon, Mazda stepped out of the shadows of its larger competitors by making a splash with several announcements and by presenting ten special cars.  These special cars included concepts of current cars & special edition cars that will be made available for sale. Continue reading

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What does Tuning a Mazda3 in China Look Like?

“A tuning car in perfect harmony with its surrounds with a mean looking exterior and surprisingly sweet interior.”

Parked on an ice-cold street of Hebei Province, this modified Mazda 3 sedan adorned with gold wings, an F1-style front spoiler and mock-racing livery looks ready to rumble and cut through the dirty snow.At the back we have the obligatory over-sized wing and partially blacked out lights (race cars don’t need lights), which fails to stir any emotion in the elderly passerby; but it’s on the inside where things get interesting. Continue reading

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Diesel powered Mazda vehicles in US for early 2013

Diesel power will find new homes under the hoods of Mazda vehicles in the U.S. starting in early 2013, spokesman Jeremy Barnes tells us. “It’ll be here between 15 and 18 months behind the launch of the Skyactiv-G gasoline engine in the Mazda 3.” That car hit the market in October of last year, so the math says to expect a diesel Mazda between January and April of 2013. This is just a few months later than originally projected. Continue reading

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