Mazda is known for creating vehicles that are fun to drive. This extends to the company’s newest vehicle, the 2020 Mazda CX-30. In addition to being fun for drivers, this crossover SUV also provides plenty of luxury as well. MotorTrend says this “newcomer to the Mazda lineup feels like you spent more than you did.” …

There’s no shortage of quirky vehicles in the world if you look hard enough. From Britain, there’s the Morgan 3-Wheeler. France produced the 4-wheeled Lazareth LM10 motorcycle. From the US, there’s the pint-sized AMC Mighty Mite. And arguably, the rear-engine Porsche 911 also counts. But it’s perhaps Japan that’s best known for building unconventional cars. …

The Japanese automaker Mazda’s lineup mostly consists of SUVs, all of which are considered to be very dependable. One of its small SUVs, the CX-30, was recently awarded a Top Safety Pick designation from the IIHS. Consumer Reports also acknowledged the company as the most reliable car brand of 2020. However, not all of Mazda’s …

By 2006 the Mazda MX-5 Miata had become the benchmark for affordable roadsters in the United States. It had been on the market for over twenty years, with competitors disappearing in its wake. Then, the Pontiac Solstice appeared on the scene. Shoppers suddenly were forced to consider Miata versus Solstice before making a choice.  Miata Debut The …

Wow! We can now assume that both Honda and Mazda engineers actually use their Hondas and Mazdas. That’s because with how bad touchscreen controls are it seems nobody ever tested them in typical driving situations. Besides being unintuitive, annoying, and slow; you also need to take your eyes off the road. Though it seems to …

Have you seen the new Mazda CX-30 yet? Maybe you need a small SUV version of the fun and sporty Mazda3. It could be you’re on the hunt for a compact crossover that’s not too big yet not too small. For many consumers, finding the right mix of refined handling and worry-free capability is the …

When an automaker issues a recall, consumers should take it seriously. Even though some recommendations for repairs may seem minor, if left uncorrected, they can create hazardous conditions. For anyone who bought a 2019 Mazda6 recently, there’s already one such recall of which you should be mindful and take care of immediately. While these sedans …

Sport sedans are typically designed to be unassuming. They’re the type of car that you buy when you want to live out your “racer dreams” but still be practical enough for daily errand duty and picking up the kids from school. The Mazdaspeed6 was a great example of a sport sedan, and while it didn’t …

Ask an auto enthusiast what a good modern, small, lightweight, open-air, and affordable car would be, and they will probably tell you the Mazda MX-5 Miata. But that was not always the case. The Miata was introduced in 1989. Between then and now, there have been many other competitors. However, the Honda Del Sol was the only real competition. …

Every car has its good years and bad years. We often highlight some of the most problematic years to avoid based on the consumer experiences collected over a variety of sources. Today, we wanted to look at the fan-favorite, Mazda6. This fun and edgy sedan has found its way into driveways and garages since 2003. …

Mazda cares a lot about its cars as well as its customers, but that doesn’t stop Mazda from making a few mistakes here and there. This is especially true for the Mazda6, which, while it still is a great car, has had its share of issues in the past. Here are the worst problems that …

Mazda owners love their Mazdas, but not all Mazda vehicles were made equal. Mazda, despite being a great automaker, has made a few mistakes in the past. And, while the Mazda6 is a generally great car, it’s also had a few bad years. Here is the worst Mazda6 model year that you should reconsider buying. …

In the five years since its introduction, Apple CarPlay has come a long way. Originally, it was an option offered only on a few vehicles with limited apps. Now, it’s a fully developed tech feature that many buyers expect to find on new cars. The 2020 Mazda CX-9 is a midsize SUV that offers Apple CarPlay …

Today, Mazda’s mostly known for stylish SUVs and the beloved MX-5 Miata. But the Japanese automaker has another claim to fame: its use of rotary cars. Up until 2019, Mazda was the only Japanese automaker to ever win Le Mans, and it did it with a rotary-powered car. A rotary engine powered one of the …

Finding a used car that you really want for under $20,000 isn't easy. But with the 2016 Mazda 6 you won't have to settle on anything.

Manual transmission cars are almost going the way of the dinosaur, thanks to the fact that manufacturers aren’t offering them as much and only 18 percent of Americans can drive a manual. It makes sense, considering electric and hybrid cars are on the rise and millennials don’t have much interest in driving. However, some cars …

We often see some vehicle models at the top of various review lists, performance tests, and best-in-class award rosters. It might not surprise you that Ford, BMW, and Honda all had award winners for the Car and Driver Editors’ Choice awards this year. This prestigious list of vehicles spans every model segment, and Mazda is …

A daily-driver doesn’t have to be a 3-row SUV or crossover. True, it’d be difficult for most to commute in a Morgan or Pur Sang Bugatti, although some do. But, if your life allows it, there are quite a few sporty cars that can serve as fun commuters, like the Lotus Elise and Honda S2000. …

A lot of people think racing off-road requires getting a specialty SUV or modified pickup truck. But as the various Safari 911s demonstrate, plenty of other cars can also have fun in the dirt. Even so, most would take something like a Fiat Panda hatchback over a Mazda Miata when it comes to off-road racing. …

No one has walked on to a car lot and said, “I want to buy a lemon. I love dishing out money for bizarre repairs every week, finding myself stranded on the way to work, and having my car towed to a mechanic.” That’s why car salesmen don’t always tell the truth about a model …