Archive for 'Mazda'
Mazda Design Chief Maeda Talks More RX-7 Revival Plans
Posted on 09. Mar, 2010 by admin.
The storyline for the past year has been dire: the U.S. car market is in the gutter, China is on the rise, the days of great sports cars are behind us, doom and gloom ad nauseum. But all is not yet lost, and the chief designer and car nut at Mazda, Ikuo Maeda, has hope for the return of the RX-7--provided the U.S
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More Details on the 2011 Lexus CT 200h Hybrid
Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by admin.
Competes with: No other hybrids, but gas-only models like the Volvo C30, Mini Cooper Clubman and the diesel Audi A3 Looks like: Lexus is in a risk-taking mood — it's the only thing a luxury hatchback could signal Drivetrain: 1.8-liter gas engine and electric motor/generator producing 134 hp (total); front-wheel drive Hits dealerships: Early 2011 Lexus is readying its first hatchback for the U.S. market, and if that wasn't news enough, the model is also going to be Lexus' latest hybrid.
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Review: 2011 Mazda2 (European Spec)
Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by admin.
For a reviewer, getting handed a car with delivery miles on the odometer is an instant promotion to tribal shaman. You’re given a quick pat on the back before being shoved into a hut with the village’s prettiest virgin.
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Will Toyota’s Troubles Affect Other Japanese Brands?
Posted on 24. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Neck-deep in the Toyota recall drama, we sometimes forget there may be more at stake in this ongoing investigation than simply Toyota’s reputation.
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Review: Mazda 6 S Grand Touring
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by admin.
The Mazda 6 is an enigma. It’s a fine automobile, at least the equal of any car in its segment, as close to a driver’s car as you’ll find in a midsize family sedan. Comfortable, not bad looking, nicely appointed, good fit and finish, great performance, decent economy
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Why is No One Buying the Mazda6?
Posted on 16. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Sales of the Mazda6 midsize sedan, redesigned just last year, are so slow that Ford is laying off 900 workers at the plant that assembles it alongside the Mustang in Flat Rock, Mich.
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Why is No One Buying the Mazda6?
Posted on 16. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Sales of the Mazda6 midsize sedan, redesigned just last year, are so slow that Ford is laying off 900 workers at the plant that assembles it alongside the Mustang in Flat Rock, Mich. We’ve tested the four-cylinder base Mazda6 and the powerful V-6 , and both impressed for different reasons.
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Why is No One Buying the Mazda6?
Posted on 16. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Sales of the Mazda6 midsize sedan, redesigned just last year, are so slow that Ford is laying off 900 workers at the plant that assembles it alongside the Mustang in Flat Rock, Mich. We’ve tested the four-cylinder base Mazda6 and the powerful V-6 , and both impressed for different reasons
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What to Do at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show
Posted on 12. Feb, 2010 by admin.
If you’re heading to this year’s Chicago Auto Show, you’ll find much more than just the new production and concept cars we’ve covered here at KickingTires . Because McCormick Place is ginormous in every regard — the show floor takes up 1.2 million square feet — automakers, local businesses and dealerships have room to bring out all sorts of unique cars and exhibits that cater to kids and anyone else who tires of ...
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Mazda2 Launch Moved Up
Posted on 11. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Fans of the diminutive 2011 Mazda2 will be happy to learn that Mazda will move up the launch date from late summer to early summer this year. Yes, that is all the new news we have on the model. Exact specifications, mileage and pricing have not yet been released
