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2026
Mazda announces expansion of on-site renewable energy use
Mazda announced that it will expand the use of on-site power purchase agreements at its Mazda KD Center and Miyoshi Plant. ORIX will install solar power generation equipment at both sites; the Miyoshi Plant project also includes a battery energy storage system, and Toyo Kohan will use the environmental value associated with surplus electricity at the Mazda KD Center.
2024
Mazda MX-5 Miata wins Kelley Blue Book cost-to-own award
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata won Kelley Blue Book’s Five-Year Cost to Own Award in the sports car segment.
2022
Mazda Philippines launches updated 2022 MX-5 models
Mazda Philippines launched the updated 2022 MX-5 and MX-5 RF models for the Philippine market.
2021
Mazda announces five upcoming SUV models
Mazda announced a plan to roll out the CX-50, CX-60, CX-70, CX-80 and CX-90 SUV models from 2022 onward. The report says the lineup is intended to meet rising global demand for SUVs.
2021
Expanded recall announced for selected imported Mazda RX-8 vehicles
Mazda (China) Enterprise Management Co. filed an expanded recall plan for 98 selected imported 2008 Mazda RX-8 vehicles. The fuel-tank pump cover may crack and leak fuel due to insufficient heat resistance and excessive stress; in extreme cases, a fire may occur. The company said it would replace the left and right pump-cover assemblies, tighten them to a revised torque specification, and add heat-insulating patches.
2021
Mazda presents updated CX-5 for North America
Mazda formally presented an updated CX-5 for the North American market, with exterior changes and standard all-wheel drive across the range.
2021
Mazda unveils 2022 CX-5 facelift
Mazda officially unveiled the 2022 CX-5 facelift, featuring revised exterior styling, an updated equipment list and chassis enhancements.
2021
FAW Mazda announces exit from China
FAW Mazda announced on August 30 that it would exit the Chinese market. The report says the company would change into a joint venture funded by Mazda and (new) Changan Mazda and continue handling Mazda-brand vehicle business.
2021
Changan Mazda’s proposed acquisition of FAW Mazda Sales
Changan Mazda’s proposed acquisition of FAW Mazda Sales was in the final day of public notice on August 26. If completed as proposed, the sales company would become wholly owned by Changan Mazda; the article reports the transaction was still being advanced.
2021
Mazda recalls older Mazda3 vehicles over steering-wheel emblem defect
Mazda decided to recall 260,915 Mazda3 sedans and hatchbacks because fragments of the plastic steering-wheel emblem could scatter when the airbag activated; the article reports that occupants had been injured in several incidents. Owners were to be notified by mail beginning August 28.
2021
Mazda launches Le Mans victory anniversary website
To mark the 30th anniversary of its 1991 Le Mans victory, Mazda launched a special website commemorating the milestone and sharing technical details of the winning car.
2021
Mazda announces 10-day production halt at Hofu Plant No. 1
Mazda announced on June 23, 2021, that production lines at its Hofu Plant No. 1 in Japan would temporarily stop for 10 days in July because of a semiconductor shortage. The affected lines assemble the CX-3, Mazda2 and Mazda3. Mazda also apologized to customers and shareholders.
2021
Mazda announces plans for electrified vehicle releases
Mazda said it plans to introduce three hybrid, five plug-in hybrid and three electric vehicle models next year, mainly for Japan, Europe, the United States, China and ASEAN markets.
2021
Mazda announces a new midsize sedan to replace the Mazda6
Mazda said it would introduce a new midsize sedan the following year to replace the Mazda6; the article describes the vehicle as planned, not already launched.
2021
Mazda announces discontinuation of Mazda6 and CX-3 in North America
Mazda confirmed that the Mazda6 and CX-3 would be discontinued in North America after the 2021 model year.
2021
Mazda Canada announces end of Mazda6 production
Mazda Canada announced that production of the Mazda6 for the Canadian market would end with the 2021 model year, with production scheduled to end in July 2021.
2021
Mazda recalls more than 61,000 vehicles in Vietnam for fuel-pump inspection and replacement
More than 61,000 Mazda vehicles in Vietnam were recalled for inspection and fuel-pump replacement. The source says no vehicle-safety impact had occurred and that the campaign was intended to reassure customers.
2021
Mazda appoints Jeffrey Guyton to lead Mazda North American Operations
Mazda announced the appointment of Jeffrey Guyton as President and CEO of Mazda North American Operations, effective June 24.
2021
Mazda Philippines offers a two-year extended service plan
Mazda Philippines began offering a paid two-year Extended Service Plan to customers whose vehicles were purchased between October 2017 and March 2020. The plan covers the fourth- and fifth-year preventive maintenance services and includes two additional years of emergency roadside assistance.
2021
Tested Mazda vehicles earn 2021 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced its 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK+ winners, and all tested Mazda vehicles earned the award.