First Look: Mazda CX-5 The next addition to the Mazda family made its debut at the Frankfurt Show in mid-September.
New South Mazda Lineup: 2012 Mazda3 Well, Miami, the new 2012 Mazda 3 SkyActiv is finally here, ready for you to check out.
Mazda releases MyMazda App Mazda recently launched their latest iPhone application, the all-new "MyMazda" Service App.
Art Basel Coming soon Art Basel is back for its 10th edition this December. Art Basel Miami Beach is an important show in the world of art.
Ready-to-go art and culture, just down the block from you This one is in from one of our readers. South Dade has its own Art Walk, and they are eager for you to join in on the fun and check it out. It does sound like a great way to spend an evening:
A legend retires Sadly, Mazda announced the end of production for the beloved RX-8. There will be no 2012 model of the rotary-engine car, but sales will continue on all remaining inventory at dealers worldwide.
Mazda's first pre-paid service plan... Mazda has launched its first-ever pre-paid scheduled maintenance program, called the Mazda Total Advantage Program. This new program was designed specifically to meet customer needs, which bundles together typical maintenance services at one low price, providing a distinct cost advantage compared to paying for the services separately.
2012 Mazda3 soon to arrive... Production of the all-new 2012 Mazda3 has begun, and we'll be seeing the new 2012 Mazda3 stateside as early as October. Debuted in the New York Auto Show in April, the Mazda3 will be the first recipient of the must-anticipated SKYACTIV four-cylinder engine, Mazda's latest remarkable redesign of the combustion engine and all the accompanying vehicle components.
Improved 2012 Mazda2 a hit in Japan Mazda has announced that the newly designed 2012 Mazda 2 is a hit in Japan. Over 70% of the new customers opted for the Mazda 2 trim level with the new SkyActiv fuel-efficient engine under the hood. The SkyActiv engine is a revolutionary concept that delivers optimum performance with maximum fuel efficiency.
Miami Art Museum (M.A.M.) presents Second Saturdays are Free for Families South Motors is a proud support of Miami Art Museum's "Second Saturdays are Free for Families presented by MetLife Foundation."
Miami Art Walk Miami's cutting edge art scene starts in Wynwood and the Design District, and Saturday, August 13, marks the next Design District Art Walk.
Mazda CX-5 Frankfurt debut The 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show is just a few weeks away, and that means we'll be getting the first hands-on preview of Mazda's latest model. The Mazda CX-5, based on Mazda's new design concept, Minagi, will be making its debut with its new design language, fuel-saving tech and cabin technology.
40 MPG or more? SkyActiv has been mentioned before in our newsletter, but new developments in the concept in the Mazda Design Department, along with an expansion of the technology have earned it another go.
Swimwear Edition: Funkshion Fashion Week Show
Funkshion Fashion Week is upon us! Capture a glimpse of the world's hottest models provocatively strutting down the catwalk in the finest swimwear available.
Following the successful recent launch of the remarkable Mazda2, Mazda is poised to introduce yet another model to their illustrious lineup. The Mazda CX-5 will join the ranks in early 2012 as the first Mazda product to showcase the Minagi Concept, Mazda's newest design language.
Mazda3 takes on highest paved road in the world
Take a scenic journey through Peru and down the highest paved road in the world. Ticlio Pass in the Andes Mountains dwarfs any mountain pass in the US, and is host to the highest bit of tarmac in the world. Due to the altitude, it is not uncommon to experience the temperature of all four seasons in a single drive - from summer to winter, Ticlio Pass has a little of it all. The road is 60 miles northeast of Lima, and was paved to service the lead and zinc mines at La Oroya and Morococha.
Mazda Trivia Just how much of a Mazda fan are you? Take our quiz and find out. We have a few questions to test your knowledge and see just how much you know about the brand, so put your thinking cap on and get ready to test your brand loyalty!
New Cultural Center's big plans for South Florida In addition to the cultural centers downtown, on the Beaches and Aventura, the Southwest corridor now will be part of the master spoke-and-hub plan to spread culture throughout South Florida.
Is the Mazda6 staying in America? Whew. Earlier in May, rumors started to pop up suggesting that Mazda was going to drop production of the Mazda 6, which was disappointing for fans and dealers alike.
70 miles to the gallon, anyone? Mazda unveiled a new engine at the Automotive Engineering Exposition in Yokohama convention center located in Tokyo. The direct-injection 1.3 liter SKYACTIV-G boasts 84/62 kW and 112 Nm of torque, but more impressive is the fuel consumption of 71.2 MPG.
Just how fuel-efficient is the Mazda3? Considering a Mazda3? We are about to make it easier for you. At the unveiling at the New York Auto Show in April, Mazda had the chance to impress the crowd with chart-topping fuel economy. But just how efficient is the Mazda3?
Mazda - The Spirit of Driving This is the latest Mazda video. It follows the inspirational spirit behind the Mazda company as a whole, and the free-spirited nature in which they approach car design and engineering.
Time to Feel the Heat After finishing off arch-rival Boston Celtics, we tip our BMW Sport Caps to our hometown Miami Heat, and sit on the edge of our seats for the start of the Eastern Conference Finals, and hopefully the NBA Finals.
Mazda climbs to top of Consumer Reports Consumer Reports’ popular car-buying issue, one of the most influential third-party resources in the world, hit the stands earlier this month and Mazda was proud to have not one, but four vehicles recognized in five different categories, including the most prestigious “Overall Quality”.
Kawasaki vs. Mazda Drift Battle Drifting is popular everywhere. It started out as a racing technique in the All Japan Touring Car Championship races in the 70’s, and has since grown into international glory.
Get a new 2011 Mazda6i Sport for $189 per month lease* Edmunds says the Mazda6 is “an excellent shot of excitement to a segment typically known for blandness”.
The Art of Storytelling Returns The Art of Storytelling is back again for the year! Created by the Miami-Dade Public Library System, the Art of Storytelling event highlights the important role that storytelling plays in education, culture and entertainment.
Drive away a new 2011 Mazda3ip for $139 per month lease* Get more driving enjoyment and greater refinement than the price would suggest with the new 2011 Mazda3 ip.
Theater of the Sea You love your car, and it takes a lot to coax you out of the driver’s seat, but some days it’s good to hit one of South Florida’s greatest resources, the open sea! Islamorada’s Theater of the Sea lets you do just that, with their Adventure and Snorkel Cruise.
What do women want in a car? USA Weekend did a recent article on the hottest trends for women shopping for a car. A worthy study, since women influence 85% of all car purchases in this country.
Mazda3 earns top safety pick The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIFHS) was proud to announce the Mazda3 as a top safety pick for the model year.
The birth of the B-Spec Racecar The boys at Edmunds Inside Line took to some subcompact racing recently, lightly dressing up a Mazda 2 and a Honda Fit with some aftermarket parts and incorporating them into a B-segment racing group.
Check out the latest in film The Miami International Film Festival is here!
Looking good for 2011 What's new for Mazda in 2011? A lot of great things:
Mazda signs deal with Nissan Interesting news today, as Mazda announced an alliance with Nissan, in which they agreed to expand the scope of Mazda's OEM supply to Nissan.
Mazda makes the Guinness Book again Mazda was excited to report they made the Guinness Book of World Records again in February!
Zero Days Extended That’s right; South Mazda is extending its $0 DOWN Sign and Drive Event for a short time.
Leak: New Mazda CX5 images Mazda does a lot of things right, and the best thing it does is the compact SUV.
Mazda embraces Kodo design Mazda is changing up their design theme. We’ve mentioned the Kodo Shinari concept before, but not until now have we had a fantastic video to accompany it.
Mazda’s new EV Mazda just announced they will be leasing a new electric vehicle in Japan in the spring of 2012.
New 2011 Mazda 3ip for $159 lease per month The 2011 Mazda 3 is a car that Edmunds says :
Mazda is the Ice King Oh, this is interesting – a Mazda-endorsed Ice Racing Event.
Drive in the New Year in a New Mazda 3 Drive in the New Year in a new Mazda from South Motors Mazda!
Two Wheel Touchdown for the City of Miami Beach Miami has long been known as a city that embraces the new and the trendy, enter: bicycle sharing. The City of Miami Beach has partnered with local bike rental program DECOBIKE.
Star of the Show: The Shinari Concept Bests Other Debuts to Steal Headlines MSN Autos has proclaimed the Mazda Shinari concept (from the Kodo design concept) the “Star of the LA Auto show.”
The Mazda 5 Makes It’s Way The Mazda 5, which stands in a class of its own combining value, styling and maneuvering, is redesigned and ready to roll onto the streets for the 2012 model year.
South Motors Mazda takes a Look Ahead to the 2022 World Cup, in Miami?
For many years, Kendall Soccer Park, in our backyard, and many other green areas of Miami have hosted the play of a sport loved by an estimated 2 billion worldwide: soccer.
South Motors Mazda Sports the 2010 Mazda3
Stylish and sporty, the 2010 Mazda3 delivers the driving excitement of much pricier European sport sedans.
South Motors Mazda Helps You Save Gas As gas prices scale upwards, we are reminded of the chunk of change which gasoline takes from our wallet each month. There are few things you can do to help that, one you are already doing: driving a fuel efficient car like your Mazda.
Discover Zoom-Zoom With South Motors Mazda Most adults know it; kids revel in vocabulary expansion with use of the expression. Truly though, zoom-zoom is a feeling, an idea, something intangible that can only be experienced by those fortunate enough to call a Mazda "theirs".
Google Road-testing Computer-controlled Cars Google has announced it has been testing driverless vehicles on actual California streets.
South Motors Mazda Makes Fun Affordable The all-new 2011 Mazda2 is carving a name for itself among affordable, hyper-efficient compact hatches as the young, fresh start-up making things tough for the incumbents.
Masquerade Around Where the Wild Things Are The animal kingdom has long been known to provide some of the best masquerades in the world naturally, and this Halloween they are inviting you to their house.
Auto Enthusiasts Take Over Miami The South Florida International Auto Show will celebrate its 40th Anniversary this year, and will open its doors to the public November 5th through November 14th at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
Blue Angels Visit Homestead To some it’s thrilling to others frightening, and yet still others simply a means of transportation, but to most, aviation is undoubtedly, an amazing feat of human intelligence and engineering muscle.
Bling Bling in your City As the snowbirds head south for the winter, another “season” not often recognized, also kicks off- the fall antiquing season.
9th Annual Miami Wine Fair Although the Miami International Wine Fair is focused on business, featuring nearly 500 producers and more than 1,500 wines from around the world, there is much more to be experienced!
Keep in touch with the latest technology courtesy of South Motors Automotive Group and their iPad giveaway.
Mazda is making it easier than ever to purchase a pre-owned Mazda with their recently created Certified Pre-Owned vehicle program, which takes the Mazda ownership experience to a whole new benchmark.
KODO Shinari Prototype shows off
Mazda announced its new design theme, KODO – Soul of Emotion, along with the design concept model, the Mazda SHINARI. Here’s the official word:
The all-new Mazda2 The Mazda 2 is a fun little hatch with a distinct Mazda heritage that puts driving input first. The steering is responsive, the transmission smooth, and the exterior stylish.
Miata Most Fun to Drive The Mazda Miata recently made Inside Line’s 10 Most Fun Vehicles, an unofficial synopsis of the most exciting vehicles to drive that are currently available in America.
Shinari Soul of Motion Zoom-zoom will forever be engrained in our memories as Mazda in our hearts,
Have Your Mazda and Drive it Too! Often, when buying a car, drivers are forced to pick and choose, order and re-order what matters most to them. Ultimately, they are left with a car that isn’t everything they wanted.
Mazda’s recent announcement regarding the imminent arrival of the Mazda 2 to American soil has left a lot of folks in anticipation, and with good reason. The Mazda 2 was a winner of the World Car of the Year, an award that was given for the Mazda 2’s focus on fuel efficiency, performance, reliability and overall value.
If you are shopping for a SUV with a lot of room and plenty of zoom, you owe it to yourself to check out the 2010 Mazda CX9. Outside, you’ll find a rakish design rife with curves and a stylish shape, a look that separates it from the more conventional squared appearances of most modern SUVs. Sleek and sexy from its aggressive grille down to its broad-shouldered tail, the CX-9 is a perfect choice for shoppers looking for a little sport and style in their SUV.
Anticipation is building for the all-new Mazda5’s debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show in early March. Fully redesigned, the new Mazda5 is a sporty design that builds upon elegance and performance.
When the Mazda CX7 debuted in 2006, it became an instant success with the automotive press. It had everything you could want in a smaller SUV – style, power and a sprightly road demeanor. For the 2011 model year, Mazda plans to again reap in the attention with their all-new 2010 CX7. This year, they introduce a 2.5 liter four banger under the hood, a move that makes an already dirt-cheap SUV even more economical and easier on the wallet.
There are quite a few economical cars that sound powerful, look powerful and boast about being powerful, but the MazdaSpeed3, is one of few that proves it. Unlike some of its competitors, the Mazdaspeed3 delivers on all fronts. It is a small, versatile car that is both fun to drive and practical as well.
The 2010 Mazda6 is Mazda’s contribution to the front-wheel drive sedan class. Designed to compete specifically with the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry, the Mazda6 benefits from a sportier disposition than its competitors, and it has a cheaper price tag, to boot. Start doing the side-by-side comparisons of what you get for the money and it becomes clear. Considering all facets, the Mazda6 is the more intelligent purchase.
What we want in our future features
Cars.com hit the streets at the Taste of Chicago event to find out from the attendees what features they would like to see on the next generation of cars and trucks. Some wanted coffee makers, a few wanted restroom facilities, and some of the younger generation requested things like machine gun turrets and ejector seats. One requested a water fountain and fridge, a steering-wheel assisted texting device and others had more farfetched requests like submersibles and flight capability.
“The Mazda 5 is just a smart family car,” says New York Times Columnist Lawrence Ulrich. “Because it combines the good parts of a minivan — three rows of seats, easy entering and exiting, unimpeded views — with the exterior footprint, maneuverability and price of a compact,” Ulrich continues.
Cars.com digs the Mazda3. Zippy and fun, the Mazda3 delivers all of the thrilling rides you expect from Mazda, along with plenty of useful convenience and luxury features. A sophisticated suspension and interior help make this car the incredible value it is, one that anyone with a tight budget should consider.
Mazda Value - a sample comparison
Shopping for a car can be difficult - if only it was a question of price vs. price. But it rarely is. There are so many factors to consider when comparing vehicles, many of them can be overlooked. That's why It's important to know with Mazda, you aren't just getting more economical transportation, you are getting more value, too.
Google Earth orbits into your browser
This month, Google was finally satisfied enough with its Google Earth web browser to include it seamlessly into its Google Maps application. Google Earth is a feature that enables anyone using the Google Maps feature to view a full-3D version of any location on earth, and spin that view around as if you were looking down from the heavens, or at least a sub-orbital aircraft.
Mazda releases ZoomZoom magazine
Late last month, Mazda released its quarterly e-Zine, entitled “ZoomZoom Magazine”. Featuring the latest in e-Zine technology, it is packed with the latest Mazda news, videos, games and virtual showrooms, not to mention some totally sweet wallpapers of your favorite Mazda cars and trucks. It’s too big to host here, so hit up the link on your own dime and check it out. You can browse through it, here: ZoomZoom Magazine
Car and Driver Long-Term Test - Mazda3
Caranddriver.com put the Mazda 3 under a long-term test, and have beaming comments to share about it. Lively behind the wheel, the Mazda 3 performed wonderfully throughout the winter months - a concern we South Floridians are not familiar with, but it does say a lot about the reliability of the Mazda 3. After all, if the Mazda 3 can deliver on wet, slushy snow, it can certainly manage the rain and slick roads South Florida sometimes throws at us.
The all-new Mazda 2 proves that small cars no longer have to be poor quality and uncomfortable. This genuinely attractive compact shows you can get excellent value, great efficiency and a wonderfully zippy vehicle for a price you can’t beat.
Mazda continues the full update to its vehicles with the new “Nagare” design philosophy, and none show it better than the 2011 Mazda5. Nagare, which translates to “Flow” in English, is a concept of proportions and surface language, light and shadow, and acute proportional design. This translates physically as bodylines that flow like liquid across a smooth, seamless design, with no distinguishing marks to detract from the overall theme.
The Miami area is constantly brimming with culture, new and different ideas, and new twist on old things. That is exactly what the City of Homestead, just a short drive down the road from South Motors Mazda, provides for local residents. On August 13th, at 7p.m. the city will be providing a showing of the box office blockbuster, Avatar.
The Sky is calling - Mazda's new, efficient engines
In Mazda’s endeavor to create the most fuel efficient gas engines possible, they have announced the creation of the Sky-G and Sky-D engines. Details on the Sky-G are still few, but we do know it will deliver up to a 15% increase in torque AND fuel efficiency over the current Mazda gas engine, the I-4.
News about the next generation of the MX-5 have hit the streets recently, and sources say that the next re-imagining of this beloved Mazda vehicle will be worth the wait.
Mazda has been hinting at the return of the RX-7, the sports car with the twin-rotor rotary engine and rear-wheel drive that was so popular in the early 2000’s. Conflicting rumors abound. On one front, we have the information that the engine being considered for the RX-7’s glorious return is a version of the 16X direct-injection rotary powerplant Mazda revealed in 2007. But, according to other sources, Mazda is targeting a more emissions-friendly platform, and that this engine can meet that goal.
What is Zoom-Zoom? Mazda has been using the term since 2000, as part of their campaign to describe what they call “emotion of motion”. The song, which everyone has at least hummed once or twice, is an original from musician Jibril Serapis Bay. But the concept goes far deeper than just a catchy tune.
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