Mazda Appoints Yoshiyuki Wada as MNAO's New Vice President of R&D, Design, and QA
On October 1, Mazda North America Operations (MNAO) announced that Yoshiyuki Wada has been appointed as the company's new Vice President of R&D and Design and Quality Assurance. This will make Wada responsible for spearheading product strategy development within the U.S. market and improving collaboration across key manufacturing teams in the U.S. and Mexico. He will report directly to Executive Vice President Takuji Iwashita.
The Mazda CX-90 PHEV continues to set new benchmarks. It was recently named the 2025 Best Plug-In Hybrid SUV by U.S. News & World Report. Not only was the CX-90 PHEV applauded for its versatile performance, but this three-row model also received top marks for its well-appointed interior. Outstanding value further sets apart the new CX-90 PHEV.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports (CR) have named several Mazda models to the updated list of recommended new and used vehicles for teen drivers. This is a testament to Mazda’s dedication to developing remarkably secure automobiles. Parents will appreciate knowing their children are behind the wheel of a safe ride. Mazda’s cars and SUVs are built to provide superior impact protection and offer several advanced driver-assistance technologies that help you avoid an accident.
Scheduled to hit the Chinese market this year, the all-new Mazda EZ-60 is garnering a great deal of attention. This electrified crossover SUV's exciting performance, modern styling, and impressive list of smart features will appeal to a lot of drivers. Here's a rundown of what the new EZ-60 has to offer.
Like many other automakers, Mazda offers electric vehicles aimed at consumers who are worried about their carbon footprint. However, unlike other automakers, Mazda is taking a more strategic approach in an effort to provide a balance of quality and value both now and into the future.
On February 28, Prime Video announced the March 25 premiere of First to the Finish, a new docuseries made in partnership with Boardwalk Pictures and in association with GroupM Motion Entertainment. First to the Finish will take viewers inside the Mazda MX-5 Cup Championship, a dynamic racing series for young up-and-coming drivers.
With only 300 units available for the U.S. market, the new 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata 35th Anniversary model is destined to get your attention. Its exclusive exterior and interior treatments help create a stunning look. Of course, driving enthusiasts can still look forward to enjoying this classic sports car’s sensational performance.
If an automaker has one vehicle that earns a top safety rating in a year, that is something to celebrate, but Mazda has earned eight! With that number of awards, Mazda has earned more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) ratings in 2024 than any other automaker. While it has several standout models that have earned the prestigious safety recognition, the Mazda CX-70 and the CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid are models that specifically earned the highest safety award possible.
Mazda has been busy giving this holiday season. Their latest effort includes an important partnership with DonorsChoose to help low-income schools get the funding they desperately need to provide a quality education to students from low-income communities. It's going to be a much merrier season for these schools thanks to Mazda.
For the last 104 years, Mazda has been a company that keeps things moving for its customers. They've enjoyed historic sales in recent years and found new fans in the high-tech era. To celebrate the good fortune of both Mazda and Mazda's lucky customers, they've created a new brand platform called "Move and Be Moved."
Like many people across the country, Mazda's leaders were saddened by the Hurricane Helene disaster. This very visible tragedy in American history continues to garner attention and support from people who care. And Mazda's staff has always been made up of people who care and want to make life better for customers.
Mazda remains focused on building some of the most secure vehicles on the market. For the 2024 model year, no other automotive brand has collected more Top SAFETY PICK+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Mazda3 sedan, the Mazda3 hatchback, the CX-30 compact crossover, the CX-50 small crossover, and the CX-90 three-row crossover all earned this top accolade.
The Mazda brand has been trusted for many generations as one of the finest in the world. However, it is also known for making a wide range of vehicles, such as the Miata and the Mazda3. Therefore, you'll need to take some time to figure out what your needs are to ensure that you're making the right choice for your needs and budget.