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Mazda’s SkyActiv Technology Examined

The current trend in the auto world boils down to one thing: hybrids. Almost all automakers have a hybrid model on offer: Honda is in the game with the Civic, Ford with the Fusion, and Toyota with the Camry. Some cars take it a step further by complementing the hybrid …September 17, 2012

2012 Mazda MX-5: More fun with every ride4.5/5

This elegant little roadster has been unchanged for several years now, and everything leads us to believe that it will eventually be revamped. In fact, rumour has it that a collaborative effort with Fiat is in the works. In the meantime, does this Japanese car still meet expectations? Or are …July 26, 2012

2013 Mazda CX-5: Zoom Zoom and Co. builds a compact crossover4.0/5

If there's one automaker that truly deserves credit for allowing a certain degree of their unhinged, unabashed enthusiasm for the automobile influence their designs, it simply must be Mazda. Sloughing off one of the world's most staid, rigid, and regimental cultures in favour of such vehicles as the deranged, twin …July 20, 2012

Mazda2 vs. Chevrolet Sonic: Two subcompacts go head to head

Comparative Tests

In Quebec, the subcompact car market is considerable, as buyers have a real appetite for affordable, fuel-efficient cars. So it’s no surprise that many automakers achieve their best sales figures in this category in la Belle Province. Mazda is a relative newcomer to this segment, as it only decided to …June 6, 2012

2012 Mazda MX-5: Clear skies in the forecast4.5/5

The day your humble and eminently competent servant photographed the Mazda MX-5, the temperature was 26 degrees Celsius and about 35 with the Humidex. Fortunately, that warm weather will be back soon. If the sun was an automobile, it would be the Mazda MX-5. It is nothing short of happiness …May 11, 2012

Mazda3 GS Skyactiv: Promise kept?

For years now, Mazda has been describing the wonders and promise of a new technical philosophy called Skyactiv. The Car Guide team has already described it to you in detail. But to sum up in a few words what could easily take hours to explain, Mazda’s engineers called into question …May 3, 2012

2012 Mazda CX-5: Full circle4.5/5

Mazda recently implemented its ambitious SKYACTIV technological program, which aims to reduce fuel consumption while improving handling and fun. The first salvo was fired in September 2010 during a presentation of this technology’s ins and outs to journalists. The CX-5, whose prototype was unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show in …December 15, 2011

2012 Mazda3 SKYACTIV: Now with improved fuel consumption and driving pleasure4.5/5

More than a year has passed since Mazda unveiled its SKYACTIV technology, which is designed to cut fuel consumption in both gas and diesel engines. Anyone who follows the automotive news has heard that Mazda has developed various technologies for engines, transmissions and platforms to ultimately improve vehicle performance while …November 3, 2011

2012 Mazda CX-5 (prototype): Completely SKYACTIV4.5/5

Think of Mazda’s SKYACTIV technology, unveiled in September 2010, and reduced fuel consumption immediately comes to mind. But while it’s true that when paired with new engines and transmissions it helps substantially lower fuel consumption, that’s not all SKYACTIV technology does. Indeed, its overall design touches on all of the …September 21, 2011

2011 Ford Fusion vs. Mazda6: Twins, but not identical

Comparative Tests

Many people were surprised to learn that the first Ford Fusion was built on the same platform as the Mazda6. Yes, indeed. Ford was a major shareholder at Mazda, and the two companies had already joined forces on a number of different models. This also explains why Focuses were derived …August 24, 2011

2011 Mazda RX-8: More Zoom Zoom than any other Mazda4.5/5

Before getting to the car, a quick side note about language. In Mazdaspeak, "Zoom Zoom" refers to inspired sport driving. This term is used by Mazda worldwide, except in Quebec, where they say "Vroom Vroom." Interesting? Perhaps. But you’re probably more interested in knowing just how the Zoom and Vroom …July 13, 2011

Mazda RX-8 2011- La plus Zoom Zoom des Mazda4.5/5

Avant de passer à la voiture, juste un mot pour souligner que le titre n’est pas erroné. J’ai remplacé Vroom Vroom par Zoom Zoom, puisque cette appellation est utilisée partout sur la planète, sauf au Québec, où on utilise Vroom Vroom. Pourtant, les onomatopées utilisés ici représentent mal la philosophie …June 28, 2011

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