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  • How many miles will a Mazda BT-50 last?

    So the situation could be that you are thinking of getting a Mazda BT-50 or you already own one. Either way, your curiosity has brought you to this writing about how well the Mazda BT-50 lasts. Before you can learn the miles a Mazda BT-50 can go there are a bunch of small factors that…

    April 9, 2020
  • SkyACTIV Technology: All About Mazda’s Patented System

    If you read the reviews left by Mazda owners in almost any of the car blogs, you’ll find them gushing about its fuel economy and how such an affordably priced car has the handling of a sportier and more expensive vehicle. How is it possible that Mazdas are so able to punch above their weight,…

    August 28, 2019
  • Why Mazda predictive i – Active has become drive’s choice!!!

    Why Mazda predictive i – Active has become drive’s choice!!!

    Kate Hamilton Already tired of driving in the snow in Canada? Its only December, and Toronto is expecting up to 40 cm of accumulated snow in a few days, making commuting and driving painful. If you buy vehicle with conventional AWD, you can face two type of problems, either the vehicle will consume more fuel…

    December 23, 2016
  • Mazda Motor began leasing the RX-8 Hydrogen RE to its first two Japanese corporate customers

    Mazda Motor began leasing the RX-8 Hydrogen RE to its first two Japanese corporate customers

    Friday 10th February 2006 Mazda Motor began leasing the RX-8 Hydrogen RE to its first two Japanese corporate customers. Equipped with a rotary engine these vehicles featured a dual-fuel system that allowed the driver to select either hydrogen or petrol with the flick of a switch.

    February 10, 2006
  • A total of 249 Mazda MX-5 cars took part in a parade organised by Mazda (New Zealand) at Alexandra Park, Auckland, New Zealand

    Sunday 9th October 2005 A total of 249 Mazda MX-5 cars took part in a parade organised by Mazda (New Zealand) at Alexandra Park, Auckland, New Zealand.

    October 9, 2005
  • Mazda’s four-door, four-seat rotary-powered sports coupe the Mazda RX8 reached a significant production milestone: number 100,000 rolled off the Ujina No

    Mazda’s four-door, four-seat rotary-powered sports coupe the Mazda RX8 reached a significant production milestone: number 100,000 rolled off the Ujina No

    Wednesday 29th September 2004 Mazda’s four-door, four-seat rotary-powered sports coupe the Mazda RX8 reached a significant production milestone: number 100,000 rolled off the Ujina No.1 final assembly line near Mazda’s corporate headquarters. The milestone was achieved 18 months after production began in April 2003.

    September 29, 2004
  • Mazda agreed to participate in the joint project for the test run of fuel-cell vehicles in cooperation with DaimlerChrysler Japan and Nippon-Mitsubishi Oil.

    Monday 10th April 2000 Mazda agreed to participate in the joint project for the test run of fuel-cell vehicles in cooperation with DaimlerChrysler Japan and Nippon-Mitsubishi Oil.

    April 10, 2000
  • Mazda and Ford entered into a closer tie-up with Ford increasing its equity share from 25% to 33

    Thursday 16th May 1996 Mazda and Ford entered into a closer tie-up with Ford increasing its equity share from 25% to 33.4%; Henry Wallace became the first non-Japanese president of a major Japanese company.

    May 16, 1996
  • Ford and Mazda establish AutoAlliance (Thailand) to build pickup trucks for Asia

    Thursday 30th November 1995 Ford and Mazda establish AutoAlliance (Thailand) to build pickup trucks for Asia.

    November 30, 1995
  • Ford and Mazda agreed to truck manufacturing joint venture in Thailand

    Wednesday 24th August 1994 Ford and Mazda agreed to truck manufacturing joint venture in Thailand.

    August 24, 1994
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    A vehicle that feels smooth around town can behave very differently at highway speeds. Shaking through the steering wheel, floor, seat, or entire body may only become noticeable once the vehicle reaches a certain speed range. These vibrations can come from tires, wheels, suspension parts, drivetrain components, or other mechanical issues that are hard to…

    August 31, 2026
  • How Can Steering Noise During Low-Speed Parking Maneuvers Be Diagnosed and Repaired in Lawndale?

    Steering noises that appear during slow parking maneuvers can be easy to dismiss because the vehicle may drive quietly once road speed increases. Yet groaning, clicking, squeaking, popping, or rubbing sounds during tight turns often reveal components working under heavier steering loads. Parking situations require larger steering angles while the tires move slowly against the…

    August 31, 2026
  • How Do an Auto Repair Shop and a Mechanic in Porter, Texas Help Diagnose Intermittent Loss of Engine Power?

    Intermittent engine power loss can be frustrating because a vehicle may drive normally for several miles before suddenly hesitating, struggling to accelerate, or feeling unusually weak. The problem may disappear after you restart the engine, making it hard to reproduce during a quick inspection. Fuel delivery, ignition, airflow, sensors, exhaust restrictions, and electrical connections can…

    August 31, 2026

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