Mazda Hits The Brakes On EVs, Doubles Down On Hybrids Mazda has been slower than most when it comes to electrification—but that might actually work in its favor. While other brands are pulling back from aggressive EV pushes after losing huge amounts of money, Mazda is able to shift to hybrid production without taking much of a hit. Motor1 · May 13
Mazda Will Chase Volume With A New CX-3 In 2027 While enthusiasts are patiently waiting for a new Miata, another model that has been around for over a decade will be the first to switch generations. The company’s smallest crossover will be renewed in 2027 when the second-generation CX-3 goes on sale. In an official document related to the recently… Motor1 · May 13
Mazda's EV Delay Is Barely A Pivot The company just delayed its first EV project by two years. In doing so, it admitted that it had barely started on the hard part. InsideEVs · May 12
RIP: These European Cars Won't Make It To 2027 Automakers refresh their lineups all the time, but not every model gets a replacement. Sometimes a car gets too old, the segment shrinks, or sales just aren’t strong enough anymore. And from a business perspective, manufacturers are constantly making decisions on which vehicles are worth keeping around. Motor1 · May 12
Forza Horizon 6 car list: All 618 vehicles you can drive right now This is your reference list for every car you can drive across Japan. PC Gamer · May 7
The Honda Prelude Is Already Outselling The Subaru BRZ The new Honda Prelude was not the sports car many had expected—it's essentially a Civic Hybrid coupe without a manual transmission. Yet, buyers are still choosing it over the Subaru BRZ. Motor1 · May 4
Mazda CX-50 Buyers Clearly Prefer One Version Over The Other The Mazda CX-50 is proving to be a hot commodity for shoppers in the compact SUV space. Not only was it one of the automaker’s most popular models last year—just behind the CX-5—but now the company gives buyers more options than ever with the arrival of the hybrid version. And… Motor1 · May 4
Mazda's Goal For The Next Miata: 'Preserve The Car's DNA' The Mazda MX-5 Miata has always been a bit of an icon—a car that’s basically synonymous with pure driving fun. A new generation is on the way, still a couple of years out, but it’s already starting to take shape, thanks in part to direct input from enthusiasts—even those in… Motor1 · May 2
10 Car Brands That Almost Never Break Down — According to Owners Reliability can make or break the car ownership experience, and drivers who avoid frequent repairs save thousands over time. Some brands consistently earn praise from real owners who rack up miles without drama, surprise breakdowns, or costly shop visits. These vehicles don’t just perform well when new—they hold up year… Clever Dude · Apr 24
This Classic Aston Martin Is Actually A Miata Underneath The third-generation NC Mazda Miata isn’t as beloved as other MX-5 generations. It is bigger and heavier than its predecessors, and the styling is a bit too joyful, but now you can experience the car’s greatness without feeling embarrassed about being seen in an NC. Motor1 · Apr 24
Every Compact Crossover Worth Buying In 2026 In 2025, the number one and two best-selling non-pickup truck vehicles were the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V, in that order. The mainstream compact crossover class is arguably the most important segment in the entire automotive industry in a what-actually-keeps-the-lights-on sense. Motor1 · Apr 23
Farmers warned over fuel theft after 1000 litres stolen A man is accused of stealing 1000 litres from a property amid diesel thefts spanning two states, prompting a warning to farmers from police. AAP · Apr 15
Buyers fret as the average cost of a new car nears $50K Vehicle ownership has long been a big part of the American dream The Independent UK · Apr 11
Motor1 · Apr 7 'The Focus Remains On Driving:' Mazda Defends Its Screen-Heavy Approach For many years, Mazda bucked the screen-heavy trend by refusing to adopt supersized displays that dominate dashboards. However, recent model launches have revealed a radical departure from the old approach, favoring massive infotainment systems. While jumbo-sized tablets raise concerns about potential distraction, the company’s design boss in Europe sees things…
Motor1 · Apr 6 Dodge CEO: Affordable Sports Cars Still Have A Future Affordable performance cars are becoming increasingly rare. Other than staples like the Mazda Miata and the Toyota GR86 / Subaru BRZ twins, there aren’t many options left for American enthusiasts looking for something fun and reasonably priced.
Motor1 · Apr 6 Mazda Will Keep Its Cheapest Cars Alive In Some Markets It’s been five years since Mazda discontinued the CX-3 and more than a decade since it killed the 2 in the United States. Sadly, the company has no plans to bring either model back to America. That said, Mazda continues to sell the two compacts in other markets and will…
The Independent UK · Apr 1 This all-electric BMW has been named World Car of the Year 2026 New BMW wins World Car of the Year with British-built Nissan Leaf in second place, while Hyundai, Mazda, Lucid and Firefly are also World Car award winners
Motor1 · Mar 26 Every Manual Car You Can Still Buy In 2026 Manuals are a dying breed. Last year, nearly 10 cars lost their manual transmissions as the market continues to shift (pun intended) to automatics—or worse—CVTs. But that’s not to say all hope is lost.
GOBankingRates · Mar 25 9 Cars Retirees Can Actually Afford on Social Security in 2026 Mechanic Chris Pyle listed nine cars retirees can afford on Social Security. From $23,495 to $31,545, here are vehicles built to last on a fixed income.
Motor1 · Mar 24 Mazda's Most Popular SUV Could Get A Rugged Upgrade: Report Mazda already has a robust lineup of SUVs, from the compact CX-30 all the way up to the three-row CX-90. One thing the Japanese automaker doesn’t have? An off-roader—or more accurately, a soft-roader akin to some of its competitors. That said, the company isn’t ruling out the idea entirely.
TechRadar · Mar 24 'Traces of unauthorized access': Mazda confirms data breach exposing employee and partner data — here's what we know A handful of Mazda records were exfiltrated - but no one has claimed responsibility yet.
Motor1 · Mar 24 Mazda Promises To Keep The Next Miata Under 2,200 Pounds A lot of digital ink has been spilled about the next Miata, even though there have been zero spy shots of the new roadster. The fifth generation is still likely a couple of years away, but that hasn’t stopped Mazda from discussing the direction its beloved convertible will take. In…
PC Gamer · Mar 21 I installed the 154 GB 'biblically accurate Skyrim' mod and only crashed my PC like 8 times I'm either about to brick my computer or prove a very important point.
Motor1 · Mar 19 These Cars Still Don't Have Volume Knobs In 2026 Buttons in cars are a hot topic—or rather, the lack thereof. When the first iPhone hit the market in 2007, automakers scrambled to get screens into their vehicles as quickly as possible, hoping to cash in on the hot new touchscreen craze.