Mazda’s North American Debut For 2014 Line Up In Los Angeles

Debuting this week at the 2012 Los Angeles International Auto Show, Mazda’s North American line up for 2013 will reveal for the first time in the United States the 2014 Mazda6, 2014 CX-5, and an updated 2013 CX-9. As a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda has witnessed the demand for these latest iterations, specifically the 2014 Mazda6. The year 2013 will be another milestone year for Skyactiv with the introduction of the new Skyactiv-D diesel engine making it's first appearance in a North American model with the 2014 Mazda6. Jim O’Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations, agrees that “it’s definitely an exciting time for the Zoom-Zoom brand.” Expect a full announcement about the North American launch of these new autos and details about the updated design tweaks mid-cycle for the 2013 CX-9 which is currently available without the newest modifications being shown in Los Angeles this week from Mazda's press conference.

For more information about the latest updates to Mazda’s line of autos, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com and find out how a Mazda Expert can help you with any questions or concerns regarding Mazda vehicles, parts and accessories.

“We'll contribute one more acronym to describe the 2014 Mazda6: OMG”

With the launch of the 2014 Mazda6 looming in the near future, January 2013 to be precise, new Mazda dealerships are gearing up for what will definitely be a highly sought after midsized sedan that radiates style and performance. AutoBlog.com’s impressions of the Japanese automaker’s newest iteration in the Mazda6 line of vehicles raves about their hands on experience in France this Fall when they were given the opportunity to test drive the latest Skyactiv equipped Mazda. When on the topic of design, AutoBlog noted “it is the most intensely styled car in the segment. We also happen to think it is the most handsome in the segment by far – and by "far" we mean at least one Astronomical Unit.” The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida agree, this is one hot ticket and it will surely turn heads when driven off the lot!

AutoBlog mentions that they found two “Take this to the bank!” aspects of the new Mazda6, with the first one being style. When it came to the second aspect, AutoBlog proclaimed “the handling is fantastic. If this segment weren't such a big deal we'd be inclined to call it merely "excellent," but we want to make sure there's no misunderstanding as to the performance gap between the Mazda6 and its competitors.” Come January 2013, eager Mazda enthusiasts and fans of the 2014 Mazda6 will be delighted to stroll into their Mazda dealership and get their chance to take a test drive of this beautiful masterpiece of automotive ingenuity. For more information on Mazda vehicles, parts, and accessories, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com to learn how a Mazda Expert can help you experience the quality and performance of a Mazda today!

MotorTrend Names Skyactiv Mazda3 The Best 40 MPG Compact Sedan

With plenty of choices in the compact sedan market touting 40 mpg, MotorTrend pitted six big name automakers against each other to find which makes the best fuel efficient sedan. The test compared the Chevy Cruze Eco, Ford Focus SFE, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic HF, Mazda3, and Volkswagen Jetta TDI in a battle of drivability, handling, fuel economy, engine performance, and ingenuity. When the test was over, MotorTrend named the Mazda3 the best compact sedan with 40 mpg mileage.

The automotive publication praised the performance and efficiency that Skyactiv technology has come to represent. When it came to the experience behind the wheel, the article reported one test driver saying “Great-handling car, very tossable with quick steering and very good feedback. The Mazda3 is easily the most fun vehicle to drive at the Proving Ground.” You can read MotorTrend’s article on their website. For more information about the Mazda3 and Skyactiv technology, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com and see how you can take a test drive with a Mazda Expert today!

Edmunds Evaluates the New 2014 Mazda6

More 2014 Mazda6 impressions are hitting the internet after last month’s demonstration in France. As a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, the Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda are already receiving many inquiries into the latest Mazda6. Equipped with a full suite of Skyactiv innovations, Edmunds’ Inside Line publication gives further insight into how Mazda’s branded technologies impact the driving experience and performance of the vehicle in their first behind the wheel experience with the new fuel efficient sedan.

One of the Skyactiv features that stand out is the new i-ELOOP regenerative braking system. Edmunds reports “Mazda says that a full capacitor can run the entire car, including air-conditioning, for a full minute.” The performance of the capacitor in the 2014 Mazda6 i-ELOOP helps relieve the engine powered alternator by taking the energy produced by braking to charge and distribute the power to run electronic components during a stop. For more information on the new 2014 Mazda6 and future Skyactiv vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

MotorTrend’s 2014 Mazda6 First Test Drive

Mazda is prepping for the US launch of the 2014 Mazda6 in January 2013 and gave automotive publications a hands on experience recently in France. Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida and many more new Mazda dealerships are anticipating a high volume of demand for the Japanese automaker’s new mid-sized sedan and wagon. Helping fuel the demand are the first hands on impressions of the newest completely redesigned from the wheels up Mazda and Motor Trend has the experience summed up nicely from their recent test drive.

Visit MotorTrend's gallery of the brand new 2014 Mazda6.

Armed with a suite of Skyactiv technologies, the 2014 Mazda6 will be paving the way for Mazda domination in the North American market this coming year. With more details developing on the options and specifications for the United States version, expect a new big player on the block in fuel economy, style, handling, and performance. For more information on Skyactiv technologies and Mazda vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts at Sport Mazda can help you with any questions or concerns you may have, simply fill out a contact form on our website and we will contact you shortly.

Hyundai, Kia Face Lawsuit in Wake of Mileage Misrepresentations

On November 2, the Environmental Protection Agency released the results of an investigation that conflicted with the advertised mileage on Hyundai and Kia cars in the United States. Auto News reports that plaintiffs are seeking “$775 million in compensation for owners who say resale values have been damaged by the companies’ inflated fuel-economy figures.” With the gas mileage of vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra under scrutiny, auto shoppers looking for honest fuel economy in the Skyactiv line of Mazda vehicles.

We posted an article on October 30^th that compared the Hyundai Elantra with the Mazda3 Hatchback carried out by AutoGuide.com. Taking into account the recent news coming out of Hyundai, the Mazda3 has gained traction in the fuel efficient market by being able to achieve an official gas mileage reaching 40 mpg with the Skyactiv-G 2.0 liter gasoline engine. Hyundai and Kia will be forced to change their reported gas mileage to reflect what the EPA has concluded on their fuel efficiency. For more information about the fuel efficient line of Skyactiv Mazda vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com to learn how a Mazda Expert can demonstrate, in person, the fuel saving power of Skyactiv.

Will Mazda Move into Premium Mini Market?

Mazda is apparently looking into moving into the premium sub-B class auto market, a class of vehicle it has never ventured into before. As a new and pre-owned dealership in Central Florida, we at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda have sold used mini cars in the past and understand that customers looking for that type of vehicle are primarily using it for local transportation. A move into this class would finally allow us to offer premium small car shoppers a warm welcome into the Mazda family.

The Mazda Kiyora Concept

In an interview with Auto Car, vice-president of research and development at Mazda Europe, Ichiro Hirose, hinted that Mazda could have a mini ready in the next two or three years. This isn’t the first time the Japanese automaker has attempted to venture into this market. In 2008, the Kiyora concept fit the bill of the premium sub-B class but never came to fruition. We will keep our ear to the ground for future announcements about a possible mini Mazda. For more information on Mazda vehicles, parts, and services, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

The Mazda RX-7: Returning To A Dealership Near You In 2017

Making a comeback in 2017, Mazda has announced that the beloved RX-7 will be returning to dealerships just in time for the 50^th anniversary of the Mazda Cosmo, the original Wankel-powered rotary sports car. As a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda is excited for the return of this legacy setting coupe especially after Mazda retired their most recent sports car, the RX-8, in 2011. Where the RX-8 failed in fuel economy, the Japanese automaker is aiming to make a turn around and when taking Skyactiv into consideration, they are better equipped with environmentally friendly technologies that can make the new RX-7 a force to be reckoned with.

The 2001 Mazda RX-7 (the last of the RX-7's) was only available in Japan leaving North American auto consumers without the opportunity to easily purchase without the hassle of international importing.

Although little is known about the newest iteration in the lineage of Mazda’s greatest consumer sports car, some details have trickled out from the company’s sports car chief, Nobuhiro Yamamoto. Expect a lighter vehicle similar in weight to the Scion FR-S and closely priced to the Nissan 370Z, which is priced around $33,000 for the base model. More details will emerge as the time gets closer, but expect high demand leading up to its launch. For more information on Mazda vehicles, parts, and accessories, visit the Mazda Experts at SportMazdaOrlando.com. For those located in the Greater Central Florida area, you can contact Sport Mazda to schedule a one-on-one with a Mazda Expert to help answer your questions and fulfill your requests!

2012 Custom Car Show Gives a Glimpse of Mazda Creativity

Mazda’s showing at the 2012 SEMA Show this year brought on the eye candy with three customized concept CX-5s that brought out the best of this beautiful compact crossover. The bloggers at AutoBlog.com went to the show in Las Vegas and captured plenty of pictures and details of these special concepts. Taking a look at the future of Skyactiv, the CX-5 Dempsey concept was stocked with a 2.2-liter Skyactiv-D diesel engine, the first seen in a North American spec CX-5.

Check out their article and photo gallery of all three concepts that any Mazda aficionado will appreciate. For more information about the Mazda CX-5 and Skyactiv, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, FL are knowledgeable resources of information and can help anyone in person that is interested in a Mazda in the Central Florida area.