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The many technological advancements that exist in the world today have also taken the car industry by storm. Since a large percentage of people around the world use a smartphone, it makes sense that cars will be equipped to handle this technology. There are many ways in which the world stays connected today, and that's precisely why Mazda Connect exists. It's a modern feature that enables you to optimize the use of technology while staying safe on the road.

If you’re a Mazda fan, you’ve probably become quite familiar with the term Skyactiv® technology. This modern technology is found on all of Mazda’s new vehicles. Let’s take a closer look at how it works.

Unveiled at the 2019 LA Auto Show for the first time, the 2020 Mazda CX-30 offers sporty styling and dynamic handling. From an 8.8-inch infotainment system to the i-Activsense safety suite, this all-new crossover SUV offers lots of signature technologies.

Mazda has built a global reputation in manufacturing affordable sedans, roadsters and crossover sport utility vehicles. In recent years, the Japanese automotive company has updated several trims to capture customers from the American luxury markets. The CX-9 SUV is the most spacious and luxurious model on the firm's lineup. Featuring three rows of seating, this premium family car is appointed with sophisticated materials and smart safety technologies. Under the hood, the seven-seat model boasts the next-generation SKYACTIV mechanical platform with a turbocharger.

Style and Performance

The Mazda CX-5 crossover has style and performance in equal measure. It's priced for the budget-minded auto enthusiast, yet this crossover delivers some truly sophisticated features. The CX-5 doesn't disappoint at the base model and reaches the heights of luxury on the top-of-the-line trims.

As we bid summer farewell, fall is welcoming us with its balmy breezes and moderate weather. While it’s easy for us to adjust to seasonal changes, our cars don’t have it as easy. If you own a Mazda, here are some expert suggestions on how to keep your vehicle operating at peak efficiency this autumn.

Millennials in the market for new vehicles have a lot of options to consider. Many of them, we've found, turn to Mazda for something they can feel confident in and have fun driving for many years. Mazdas drive like high-end luxury vehicles with fine interior details and advanced technological features, but they come without the high-end price tag. This makes them great investments and very appealing to the younger demographic.

A Look Back: The Mazda MX-5 Miata Celebrates 30-Years!

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the 2019 MX-5 Miata offers a great combination of heritage styling and next-generation technology. This sporty roadster runs on the patented SKYACTIV platform that's engineered for superb performance. Designed to take two adults for an awesome ride, this convertible car promises to deliver an exciting driving experience.

When you first purchase a Mazda from Joe Myers, you'll find that all of your settings are at the factory preset level. To make your vehicle more of your own, you can choose to set your settings how you prefer. This includes door lock options, the sensitivity of many of your safety features, your preferred radio stations, and your most commonly traveled routes. Your sales professional probably walked you through making these changes, but we have some additional information that you can use if you want to make more changes later on.

The North American Operations sector of Mazda recently announced that they will be providing dealer-installed integration updates for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This will only be offered on certain vehicles that come equipped with the Mazda Connect infotainment system. These updates come with both hardware and software aspects of the install. A faster-charging 2.1-amp USB port is included from a hardware perspective. The latest version of Mazda Connect will also be included. 

Your Mazda is equipped with technology called "idle stop" if you drive a newer vehicle. Idle stop is sometimes called "i stop." You can use the technology to improve fuel economy, and you can use it to turn the engine on and off as needed to use power or conserve fuel and energy consumption. Idle stop will turn the engine off when the vehicle is not moving and start it up again when traffic starts moving. Most drivers enjoy having idle stop to save on fuel economy, but the feature can also be turned off if you decide that you…

The SkyActiv® engine is the world's first gasoline engine for mass-produced vehicles with a high compression ratio. By producing more energy from the fuel, it improves the energy efficiency of the engine, and it also provides more torque. The SkyActiv® engine is also the world's first compression-ignition gasoline engine.