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  • 2014 Mazda 3

    We've been keeping close tabs on the new 2014 Mazda 3 for months, including spy shots galore, and now it's finally here. The third-generation compact hatchback and sedan from Mazda, which together are the brand's best-selling vehicle, are entirely new for 2014. There's the latest Mazda design language, lots of updated technology, and two revised powertrains. The first thing you'll notice about the latest Mazda 3 is right up front. It's ditched the "smile" front end for an edgier, more upright five-point grille. The brand's Kodo design language works well on its compact car. With the grille...

  • Mazda #GAMECHANGER teaser
    New Mazda 3 Debuts Tonight, Reveal To Be Streamed On Xbox Live

    Mazda will stream the live reveal of a brand new model via Microsoft’s Xbox Live online gaming platform, the automaker has confirmed. The new model, likely to be the redesigned Mazda 3 we’ve been spying in prototype form for several months, will be revealed at 9:00 p.m. EDT tonight at a...

  • 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback spy shots
    2014 Mazda Mazda3 Spy Shots

    Mazda is readying its next-generation Mazda3 Hatchback and Sedan for debut this coming year, with the new range expected to arrive as 2014 models. These latest shots, depicting a prototype of the hatchback variant, reveal Mazda designers are going with the same styling theme applied to the 2014...

  • Driven: 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Sport
    2012 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Priced From $24,795

    Mazda is introducing a revamped Mazda3 for 2012 and this week announced pricing details for the range, which goes on sale over the coming months. The model we’re most interested in is the 2012 Mazda Mazdaspeed3, which is priced at $24,795 including destination, up just $300 on the outgoing...

  • 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 with SkyActiv
    Mazda Rejects DSGs, Redefines Automatic Transmissions Instead

    According to Mazda, conventional hydraulic automatic transmissions—especially with a smart engineering rethink—are better than CVT or DSG units

  • 2012 Mazda3 SkyActiv 2.0
    Pressure Drop: Mazda Rethinks Internal Combustion Tech

    Mazda has long been known for emphasizing engineering, being a little quirky, and emphasizing driving enjoyment across all its products in a way we don't see from bigger automakers

  • 2013 Lexus GS 350 teaser image, brightened to show detail.

    It's been a busy 24 hours for teasers: the 2013 Lexus GS shows its new face (barely). [MotorAuthority] Lotus unveils the Final Edition 2011 Elise and Exige. [MotorAuthority] AllCarsElectric merges with GreenCarReports next week. [AllCarsElectric] Nissan answers Top Gear's shenanigans with a new charging station. [AllCarsElectric] 2012 Mazda3 gets 40 mpg and still has its zoom-zoom. [GreenCarReports] Audi's new 1.8 TFSI manages 41 mpg and 170 horsepower. [MotorAuthority] Rowan Atkinson (aka Mr. Bean) crashes his McLaren F1. [MotorAuthority] 2008 Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand...

  • 2012 Mazda Mazda3
    2012 Mazda Mazda3 Goes SkyActiv; CX-5 Gets Real

    Here's the 2012 Mazda Mazda3, a mid-cycle refresh of the current compact sedan, joined on stage at the New York auto show by the production-bound Minagi concept crossover. The new Mazda3 is one of the first vehicles from the company to get SKYACTIV, the "umbrella" name for a suite of greener engine...

  • 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 with SkyActiv
    2012 Mazda3: SkyActiv Engine, Transmission

    Mazda's Sky-G line of engines was revealed back in September of 2009, but today, we get one of the first announced cars with the technology: the 2012 Mazda3 with somewhat differently-named SkyActiv G engine and transmission. So what's all this talk about sky? It's because the new engine cuts fuel...

  • Mazda’s race track inspired offerings at 2010 SEMA
    2010 SEMA: Mazda Shows Off Fleet Of Race Track Inspired Models

    Mazda is taking its “zoom zoom” philosophy to a whole new level at the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which is taking place in Las Vegas this week. Mazda’s product lineup of sedans, sports cars and crossovers already offer consumers plenty of thrills in...

  • Mazda Kodo-themed hatchback preview
    Video: Mazda Gives A Glimpse At Kodo-Themed Mazda2, Mazda3

    The audio sounds like the background to a James Garner TV montage, but the visuals are pure cutting-edge Mazda design. Wrapping the Kodo design theme around a compact three-door hatchback model, the video gives us an idea of what the next Mazda2 or Mazda3 could look like. While we're big fans of...

  • Driven: 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Sport
    Driven: 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Sport

    The Mazdaspeed3 is the most fun you can get in a hot hatch in the U.S.

  • 2003 BMW Z4

    The problem relates to a loss of power steering.

  • 2011 Infiniti QX56
    2010 New York Auto Show: Worst Performance/Luxury In Show

    Motor Authority takes a look at the peformance and luxury cars we'd rather not own.

  • 2010 Volvo XC60
    2010 North American Car Of The Year Short List Announced

    Many excellent cars didn't make the cut from the nominee list revealed earlier this year.

  • 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
    Report: Mazda Cancels Plans for 300-horsepower AWD Mazdaspeed3

    The financial calculus just didn't make sense when the standard Mazdaspeed3 is already so capable.

  • 2010 Mazda MazdaSPEED3
    U.S.-Spec Mazdaspeed3 Officially Unveiled At New York Auto Show

    Mazda used last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show to debut the new 2010 Mazda3 Sedan, and then followed it with the reveal of the Hatchback model at the Bologna Motor Show just one month later. There is still one more variant of the Mazda3 in the works and it is set to make its world debut at the...

  • 2010 Mazda3 Hatchback
    Mazda announces pricing for 2010 Mazda3

    Mazda used last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show to debut the new 2010 Mazda3 Sedan, and then followed it with the reveal of the Hatchback model at the Bologna Motor Show just one month later. The carmaker’s North American chief Jim O'Sullivan revealed in January that the car’s U.S...

  • 2010 Mazda3 Hatchback

    Mazda has held the world premiere of the new Mazda3 five-door Hatchback at the Bologna Motor Show in Italy today, ahead of its sales launch planned for early next year. The second-generation Mazda3 Hatchback follows on the heels of the four-door sedan, which was revealed recently at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The new Hatchback will feature the same engines as those planned for the Sedan variant. This means it will be launched with two new engines, a 148hp (110kW) 2.0L four-cylinder with 135lb-ft (183Nm) of torque and a 167hp (124kW) 2.5L unit with 168lb-ft (227Nm) of torque. Both engines...

  • 2010 Mazda3 Hatchback spy shots
    Spy shots: 2010 Mazda five-door hatchback

    The 2010 Mazda3 Hatchback has been revealed. Click here for all the details and images. Mazda took the covers off the sedan version of the 2010 Mazda3 at this week’s Los Angeles Auto Show, and now it has released some official 'spy shots' of the upcoming five-door hatchback model. Despite...

  • 2010 Mazda3 sedan
    Full details and images for 2010 Mazda3 sedan

    Mazda’s all-new 2010 Mazda3 has made its official world debut at this week’s Los Angeles Auto Show, however the car isn’t set to go on sale until next year along with the reveal of the popular hatchback variant. While several teaser shots of the new sedan have been out for more...

  • The Mazda2 is one of Maeda's designs
    Mazda appoints new CEO

    Mazda has announced today that Takashi Yamanouchi will take over as its new president and CEO, replacing Hisakazu Imaki, who will stay on as chairman of the board. In other announcements, the former logistics and IT boss, Masaharu Yamaki, has been appointed as the new executive vice president. The...

  • 2010 Mazda3 Mazdaspeed MPS hatch spy shots
    Spy Shots: 2010 Mazdaspeed 3

    Mazda released images of its upcoming 2010 Mazda3 sedan recently and confirmed the car would make an appearance at next month’s Los Angeles Auto Show. The carmaker also confirmed that the five-door hatch would be launched alongside the sedan early next year but that it won’t be revealed...

  • 2009 Mazda3 to preview carmaker’s new design trend
    2009 Mazda3 to preview carmaker’s new design trend

    The facelifted version of the Mazda3 due next year will showcase the carmaker’s new styling direction that will eventually feature across Mazda’s entire lineup. The new look will be dominated by a stronger front-end with a distinctive five-point grille in the shape of a shield, fluid...

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