Mazda built something different with its first crossover, the CX-7. However in doing so, the brand had to borrow some parts from more than a few random places, making the CX-7 sort of an automotive Frankenstein. The Mazda MX-30 Is No More (In The U.S.) Mazda had a long history of borrowing from Ford for … Read more
Photo: Joe Raedle (Getty Images) With over 6.4 million cars on U.S. roads still carrying deadly Takata airbags, it was only a matter of time before there was another recall. Ford and Mazda issued “Do Not Drive” orders for over 475,000 vehicles from the 2003 model year until 2015. All the models were recalled previously but … Read more
Screenshot: Mazda Here at Jalopnik, we’re big fans of Mazda. We love the Miata so much, it might as well be our unofficial mascot. We also regularly encourage friends and family to buy Mazdas because they’re great cars. I’m personally responsible for at least five CX-5 sales and a couple of Mazda 3s. So it … Read more
Image: Mazda After years of high prices and low inventory car buyers are finally able to get some deals on pre-owned vehicles. While the EV market offers some compelling prices, there aren’t a lot of family-sized options. But if you are looking for three rows under $35,000 don’t ignore these excellent, but under appreciated, models. … Read more
The one I’m dealing with currently. In mid-January 2024, I flew from Oklahoma to Illinois to purchase a 2018 Genesis G90 5.0 Ultimate AWD from a newly opened Genesis store. The process seemed promising enough, so I was happy to hand over a certified check for the car. The first complication came when it was … Read more
Back in 2021 Mazda announced plans to introduce three new crossovers in the U.S. — first came the CX-50, which rode on an existing platform, and then last year saw the debut of the CX-90, a large three-row replacement for the CX-9 that uses a new rear-drive platform with new inline-6 and plug-in-hybrid powertrains. The … Read more
