An all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain powers all four wheels of a vehicle through front, rear, and center differentials. For rugged terrain and driving in cities with heavy rainfall or snow, an all-wheel drive vehicle integrates technology, added stability, and maximum safety features into crossover SUVs. Several Mazda models, like the CX-3, CX-5, and the CX-9,…
The Mazda6 has become known across the country as the mid-size sedan to drive. According to Jalopnik, “The Mazda6 is the best affordable mid-size sedan in America for drivers.” With its sporty lines, great gas mileage, and state-of-the-art features, purchasing a Mazda6 is an easy decision to make. The only tough part will be choosing…
Upside down on payments. Underwater. In over your head. These are all terms for negative equity, meaning you owe more on your car than it’s worth. You might find yourself in negative equity when you’ve purchased a car without paying a down payment, or bought it during a special sale with very low payments. According…
The thought of cruising around in a sporty little roadster is appealing to all of us. But the idea of getting into an accident in one is far from it. If you are considering such a car but are concerned with your safety, take a long look at the all-new Mazda Miata. Is the Miata…
For decades, Mazda has been working to leave its footprint on automobile manufacturing and design all over the globe. Now, it’s aiming to erase it. A new initiative by the company is pushing to decrease the environmental impact of its vehicles and contribute to a more sustainable future for those vehicles, their drivers and the…
Three brands, three visions, three very different crossovers in one competitive class. When you match the 2016 Mazda CX-9 up against the 2017 Toyota Highlander and 2017 GMC Acadia, you might assume the 2017 model year vehicles have some incredible update — new tech or cool design. It’s never safe to make assumptions. At Groove…
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is no Audi TT. And many roadster fans agree that’s a good thing. It’s not always easy to compare two cars with MSRPs that are $18,000 apart. But it is easy to see how the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata (and its $24,915 price tag) stacks up against all $42,900 of the…
Beyond all the luxurious materials, high-tech gadgetry, and thrilling performance features, reliability remains at the core of many consumers’ car shopping quest. So it’s not surprising that one of the first questions asked about the 2016 Mazda CX-5 concerns its reliability. Is the Mazda CX-5 reliable? According to the experts at U.S. News and World…
Weather can change in an instant, especially during a Colorado winter. How many times have you watched the road turn into an icy sheet before your eyes and thought “I wish my car had all-wheel drive”? Whether you’re headed to the slopes or to drop your kids off at school, you want to be driving…
In 2011, automakers were faced with new environmental and safety standards. These new standards were necessary, but Mazda was worried a hybrid or electric redesign would not support the spirited performance of their vehicles. As a compromise, Mazda has developed SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY. Part of a comprehensive rebranding plan for Mazda vehicles, SKYACTIV®-TECHNOLOGY is a complete…
