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More Awards for Mazda6 Mazda recently announced that the 2017 Mazda6 has won a New York Daily News automotive award for the second year in a row. Mazda6 is only one of four repeat winners from last year. This is awesome news! more “In each category, these awards reflect the best choices for consumers based on practical considerations and our experience driving them,” said New York Daily News Autos Editor Christian Wardlaw. “The goal is to provide people with smart, practical, enjoyable and emotionally appealing choices across a broad spectrum of vehicles while rewarding automakers for value, innovation, design and dynamism.” Upscale Interior With its upscale interior, seductive KODO—Soul of Motion design and driving dynamics more comparable to premium sports sedans than most midsizers, the 2017 Mazda6 seamlessly blends the needs of a family with the wants of drivers who crave driving a truly satisfying car. Mazda6’s standout IIHS and NHTSA safety scores and its miserly fuel-efficiency, thanks to SKYACTIV™ Technology, further bolsters its place ahead of its competition. For This Year For 2017, Mazda6 added exclusive—and standard—G-Vectoring Control. This uses the engine in conjunction with steering to help deliver a more surefooted driving experience. Adding to the experience are increased sound-absorption materials throughout the interior. There's also an available premium package that endows Mazda6 with piped Nappa leather seating surfaces and a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and rear seat. The Mazda6 carries a starting MSRP of just $21,945. New York Daily News Autos staff members and contributing writers considered all 2017 model year vehicles. The vehicles also had to have a base price of less than $100,000. The vehicles needed to be on sale and available to consumers by February 1, 2017. Call Beach Mazda Want your own New York Daily News award winning Mazda6? Give Beach Mazda a call today! We will schedule a VIP Test Drive Experience just for you! Don't wait! Call or stop by Beach Mazda today!

Another Award from Popular Mechanics Any automaker can build a midsize sedan or a two-seat sports car, but only Mazda can deliver both vehicles with the verve that can enthrall the everyday driver as much as the ardent enthusiast. That’s why both the 2017 Mazda6 midsize sedan and Mazda MX-5 Miata RF retractable fastback roadster have been awarded with Popular Mechanics 2017 Automotive Excellence awards. more Segment Standouts Standouts in their segments, Mazda’s two representatives were chosen among every vehicle in their respective categories. The midsize Mazda6 was further fortified for the 2017 model year with greater refinement. This included additional sound suppression measures like acoustic glass and tighter door seals. Those are details one may never notice visually but certainly will aurally. However, the driver and passengers will be able to see the addition of available Nappa leather seating surfaces. They feel the heated steering wheel and rear heated seating elements as well as attention to detail that sets Mazda6 apart. G-Vectoring Control The driver and passengers will also feel the addition of standard G-Vectoring Control. This is a Mazda-exclusive technology that uses the engine to control chassis dynamics. It does this by shifting an imperceptibly small amount of weight to the front tires. The results speak for themselves. The drive is smoother and more accurate steering inputs and more controlled ride, leading to greater passenger comfort. Jinba Ittai The 2017 MX-5 RF joins its sedan sibling with concept-car looks that wowed show-goers when it debuted at last year’s New York International Auto Show. A svelte 2,445 lbs., MX-5 RF is among the lightest cars on sale in the U.S., embodying Mazda’s Jinba Ittai —horse and rider as one—steering and handling philosophy. With a power hardtop that takes just 13 seconds to go up or down, MX-5 RF presents a new, elegant take on the time-tested, best-selling roadster. Beach Mazda can help you! Why don't you give Beach Mazda a call today. We've got the award winning Mazda you want!

More Good News from KBB.com! Beach Mazda is proud to share the following news. The obsession in the details has paid off for Mazda yet again, as Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com has awarded Mazda with the 2017 Brand Image Award for “Best Car Styling Brand.” more Design The design of the compact Mazda3, midsize Mazda6 and MX-5 Miata roadster and RF retractable fast back sports car were all that the KBB.com experts needed to crown Mazda with the award. But, it goes without saying that Mazda’s KODO—Soul of Motion design language continues to fascinate consumers and automotive enthusiasts. Of course, Mazda vehicles are designed to look pure and refined, with distinct design cues shared across Mazda’s lineup. Passion Mazda’s passion for creating the ultimate form of beauty has proved successful on a global scale with consecutive appearances on the finalist list for the World Car Design of the Year (WCDOTY) as well. The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata took home the win in 2016. It was followed by the 2017 Mazda CX-9 named a finalist in the same category this year. KBB.com’s 2017 Brand Image Awards are based on consumer automotive perception data from Kelley Blue Book Strategic Insights’ Brand Watch™ study. Brand Watch is an online brand and model perception tracking study. It taps into 12,000+ in-market new-vehicle shoppers annually on Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. Beach Mazda Interested in buying you own award winning Mazda vehicle? Well by all means, give Beach Mazda a call today! We have a terrific selection of brand new Mazdas on our lot. They all ready and waiting for you to drive home. Here at Beach Mazda, we'll schedule a VIP Test Drive Experience just for you! Our Mazda experts will have everything ready for your arrival. Don't delay! In other words, don't miss your chance to buy a brand new Mazda from Beach Mazda!

Another Awesome Award! Did you know the CX-9 recently won a spot on the prestigious list of Wards 10 Best Engines Award? Now, Mazda’s designers get to join the engineering team with another accolade of their own. The CX-9 has earned a 2017 Wards 10 Best Interiors award. more The Beginning “We designed Mazda CX-9’s interior from the onset with a concept of ‘Smart Indulgence,’ recognizing that there’s a balance between needs and wants,” said Julien Montousse, director of design, Mazda Design Americas, who personally led the design of CX-9’s interior. “Our goal was to maximize both functionality for families and opulence for couples looking for a getaway. “We’re thankful that WardsAuto recognized CX-9 as a ’10 Best Interiors’ winner, as it speaks to the success of our fledgling ‘Mazda Premium’ brand focus and the evolution of our KODO—Soul of Motion design language.” 2nd Generation The second-generation CX-9 went on sale in May 2016. It launched Mazda’s new top-tier Signature trim level. This trim level features LED interior accent lighting and Auburn Nappa leather seating surfaces. It also offers rosewood sourced from premium guitar-maker Fujigen and aluminum trim. While most crossover SUVs see the majority of their sales in mid-tier trim levels, CX-9 buyers have overwhelmingly opted for top-trim CX-9 Grand Touring and Signature models—about 60 percent of model mix. Additionally, CX-9 has brought in new buyers that often come from premium or luxury nameplates. WardsAuto Senior Editor Tom Murphy said customers picking the upper trim levels of the new CX-9 is no surprise. “Our Signature test model arrived fully loaded with the beautiful rosewood and aluminum trim, rich two-tone leather and all the creature comforts we could want, for under $46,000,” Murphy said. “This is the kind of upscale versatility that makes utility vehicles so popular in America.” See the CX-9 interior at Beach Mazda Beach Mazda has a fantastic selection of CX-9s on the lot. Come take a test drive so you can feel and see the interior for yourself! Give Beach Mazda a call today and we'll get you rolling today!

Another Award from the Chicago News! Every time you turn around, Mazda has been given a new award! This time, the Chicago News has names the 2017 Mazda CX-3 as the "Best Crossover of the Year"! more Awesome Crossover We know the Mazda CX-3 is an awesome crossover, and we're glad that others are taking notice as well. The newspaper recognized for its unparalleled combination of premium amenities, efficiency and value, the 2017 Mazda CX-3 has been awarded as the “Best Crossover of the Year” by Chicago News. The CX-3 was running against four other crossover vehicles. It won based on it's “seamless integration into the entire Mazda lineup.” Of course the integration was seamless! Mazda made sure it was a good fit for the brand and for their customers. 2017 Chicago Auto Show The award for “Best Crossover of the Year” was presented to Robert Davis, Senior Vice President, Special Assignments during the 2017 Chicago Auto Show. “Mazda CX-3 is a perfect balance between style and substance with its beautiful design, upscale interior and all-weather utility,” said Robert Davis, senior VP, Special Assignments, Mazda North American Operations. “We’re thrilled that the 2017 CX-3 was named Best Crossover of the Year by Chicago News, as it’s a perfect vehicle for on-the-go Chicagoans who desire the ruggedness of a crossover SUV in a smaller, more efficient package for the urban jungle.” We thinks it's the perfect vehicle for residents of the Grand Strand as well! Beach Mazda Beach Mazda is proud to let everyone know that we have a fantastic selection of 2017 Mazda CX-3 s in stock right now. Give us a call today and we'll set up a VIP Test Drive just for you. We're sure you'll love the CX-3 as much as we do! Please call, without delay. Let us help you today!

Autotrader's Must Test Drive Award Mazda can now list yet another award for the books! Mazda and Autotrader recently announced the 2017 Mazda CX-9 is the winner of the Autotrader's 2017 Must Test Drive Award! How great is that? more We'll tell you how awesome it is! People have mentioned phrases like “Overall best three-row crossover in the market,” and “100% worth the wait”. They are just some of the ways Autotrader experts are describing the CX-9. During the competition, Autotrader drove hundreds of vehicles. After all was said and done, the 2017 CX-9 was proclaimed winner of Autotrader’s 2017 Must Test Drive Award. The competition The prestigious list of “Must Test Drive” vehicles is determined by Autotrader’s editorial team. They identify the best new vehicles worth experiencing before consumers make their final purchase decision. The awarded vehicles are chosen based on a diverse set of criteria. They are outlined by Autotrader’s editorial team such as exterior styling, interior quality, cargo capacity, included and available technology and ride quality. What you can expect With the CX-9 featuring a “rare combination of luxury, efficiency and driving dynamics,” it continues to redefine expectations and push the boundaries of a three-row crossover SUV. To point out, the Grand Touring and Signature trim levels offer drivers Mazda’s first Active Driving Display. It projects instrument and navigation information onto the windshield. The Signature trim level provides exquisite finishes with Auburn-colored Nappa leather, rosewood trim and LED signature accent lighting on the grille. With an MSRP from $31,520, consumers can have an all-weather capable crossover SUV with seating for seven. Call Beach Mazda Beach Mazda has a great selection of 2017 Mazda CX-9s available to test drive. Give us a call today. We'll schedule your personalized VIP Test Drive Experience! Our staff will have everything ready and waiting for your arrival. We'll ask you about your needs and wants in a vehicle. Beach Mazda will not waste your time. Check out our website and find on your like. You can contact us either via our website or you can just give us a call today. We're ready to help you!

It has begun! Production of the Mazda CX-3 had started at the Mazda’s Hofu Plant Number 1. more Location It’s located in Yamaguchi Japan. The Hofu Plant is now Mazda’s third production facility to manufacture the CX-3. The CX-3 is also built at the Ujina Plant Number 1 in Hiroshima as well as at AutoAlliance Company Ltd. in Thailand. This will strengthen the automaker’s supply system for its SUVs as demand increase across the world. The production of the CX-3 was, until now, limited to the Ujina Plant Number One. That plant also produces the Mazda CX-5 and the Mazda CX-9. Moving some of the production of the CX-3 to Hofu will enhance the company’s ability to supply these vehicles. Mazda will also be able to respond quickly to the growing demand. Bringing CX-3 production online at Hofu went smoothly thanks to Mazda’s Bundled Product Planning1 and Common Architecture Concept,2 key components of the company’s Monotsukuri Innovation initiatives in product planning and production. Mazda's Aim Mazda is aiming to create a flexible production system capable of producing up to 50 percent crossover vehicles as the company works to meet its global sales goal of 1.65 million units, as laid out in its Structural Reform Stage 2 medium-term business plan (covering the period from fiscal year ending (FYE) March 2017 through FYE March 2019). “We’re aiming for a production system that gives us more flexibility in terms of plants and models, so we can get our cars to customers around the world as quickly as possible,” said Masatoshi Maruyama, Managing Executive Officer in charge of global production. “Achieving this will help create a stronger foundation for our business.” Mazda will continue its efforts to enrich people’s lives. They will do this through a variety of touchpoints, including high-quality vehicle production. Mazda will become a brand with which customers feel a strong emotional connection. Beach Mazda Want to learn more about the Mazda CX-3? Give Beach Mazda a call today!

Mazda CX-9 wins again! more They have racked up yet another award! This time, Mazda has been recognized by the Hispanic Motor Press as Best-In-Segment award winner for 2017. The Mazda CX-9 won, taking the top spot in the Sport Utility Vehicle category. During the seventh annual awards, winners were judged and chosen based on being the best overall value with the Hispanic family in mind. The Mazda CX-9 was evaluated on a few different topics. Judges kept in mind the pricing, fuel economy, design, comfort and safety aspects of the Mazda CX-9 when determining the winner. Jury Director Ricardo Rodriguez-Long brought together a group of judges including Hispanic auto journalists and other Hispanic media leaders that reviewed and drove the vehicles and then selected the winners in each category. The midsize, three-row crossover SUV comes with a more responsive powertrain and an elevated application of the KODO—Soul of Motion design language. Priced from $31,520, the 2016 CX-9 offers features at each trim level that can satisfy any family lifestyle and provide a premium driving experience that only Mazda can deliver. Learn more You can learn more about other awards the Mazda CX-9 has won in recent months. Click here to read 2016 Mazda CX-9 Wins at Texas Truck Rodeo and Mazda CX-9 Named Car & Driver 10-Best It's an honor for all of us here at Beach Mazda to offer vehicles like the Mazda CX-9. Currently, we have a great selection of Mazda CX-9s on the lot. Want to schedule a test drive? We can help you with that. Interesting in any other Mazda vehicle? We'll help you with that too! Our Mazda experts are ready and waiting to hear from you! Call us today to schedule your very own VIP Test Drive appointment. We’ll have the car up front and waiting for you to arrive! Quickly, call today!

Another Award? It was recently announced that Autoweek Magazine named Mazda as “Constructor of the Year” during their annual Autoweek Awards! more Awards Aplenty Another award? This is terrific news! These awards “recognize those who have had a transformative impact on car culture. As America’s motorsports publication of record, Autoweek also recognizes those who continue to make racing the most exciting sport on the planet.” Here’s what Autoweek Magazine had to say about Mazda: From the grassroots to the highest levels of motorsports, nobody supports racing and racers quite like Mazda. For decades, the company has walked the walk, providing opportunities for drivers to try racing and often make a career in it. The manufacturer holds a 55 percent share in grassroots racing and won 10 championships in the 2016 SCCA Runoffs. John Doonan, director of motorsports at Mazda North American Operations had this to say: “This recognition from Autoweek means so much to all of us associated with the Mazda brand and our Motorsports staff. We are grateful to be recognized in this special way. Our strategy of doing all we can to support racers is because of all us here are racers at heart. So much credit for this award goes to our thousands of Mazda racers nationwide, as they are the life-blood of everything we do. He continued: “We always strive like no other to provide opportunities across the industry, through our driver development scholarship programs the Mazda Road to 24 (sports car racing) and the Mazda Road to Indy (open-wheel). Ultimately, the spirit of everything we do is to showcase the Mazda brand and the enjoyment that drivers all over the world receive from experiencing our vehicles on the race track and on the road in our street cars.” Beach Mazda This is truly some really wonderful news! Beach Mazda is so proud to be able to offer award winning vehicles. Being recognized as “Constructor of the Year” is a tremendous honor and we want everyone to know! Adding another award is simply fantastic! If you have any questions about a Mazda vehicle, give Beach Mazda a call today! You’ll be glad you did!

Did you hear? Four Mazda vehicles took the top honors in the Consumer Guide Automotive 2017 Best Buys List! more According to a recent Mazda Press release, a Best Buy represents the “finest balance of attributes and value in its class”. This is according to the editorial team at Consumer Guide Automotive. The 2017 Mazda3 was the winner in the Compact Car Class. Next, the Mazda's 2017 Mazda6 took the top spot in the Midsize Car Class. The 2017 Mazda CX-3 won the Best Buy award in the Subcompact Crossover/SUV Class. Additionally, the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata won the top award in the Sporty/Performance class. The vehicles were judged on their price, features and performance. The autos were judged on the reliability, fuel economy and resale value as well. Looks like Mazda is a true winner no matter which vehicle you choose! How awesome is that? The Consumer Guide Automotive will test drive over a 150 different models of vehicles a year. They do this in order to pick the top performing vehicle in each competing class of vehicle. It will name the highest ranking vehicles as “Best Buys”. According to Consumer Guide Automotive, “a vehicle does not become a Best Buy solely on objective ratings. It also has to distinguish itself as being a good dollar value compared to others in the class.” Want more information on the Consumer Guide Automotive 2017 Best Buys? You'll want to click here. Interested in a test drive or learning more about these award winning Mazda vehicles? Give Beach Mazda a call today! New models arrive all the time. Don’t let your favorite Mazda vehicle slip away! Don’t hesitate, since we’re ready and waiting to help you get rolling! Let us schedule a VIP Test Drive experience just for you! With this in mind, please know these four Mazda vehicles are going quickly! Call us as soon as you can!

Mazda recently announced that its turbocharged SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T engine has received a 2017 Wards 10 Best Engines award. This engine made its debut in the second-generation Mazda CX-9 midsize crossover SUV. more Everyone knows that Mazda is at the forefront of  automotive technology. Developers are constantly trying to improve their vehicles. Mazda is always trying to advance safety technology and improve fuel efficiency. Generally speaking, they know how to make great vehicles that people absolutely love to drive! This has been proven by the many awards that Mazda vehicles have won over the years. Accordingly, the SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T engine winning this honor is no less impressive. Honored “We’re honored that WardsAuto has recognized our turbocharged SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T, as it serves as validation of our innovation that everything we do is focused on creating value and strong trust with our customers,” said Kelvin Hiraishi, director of engineering, MNAO. “This is who we are, and this principal is here to stay at Mazda.” The SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T offers many Mazda and industry-firsts. This includes its innovative Dynamic Pressure Turbo. The Dynamic Pressure Turbo uses a butterfly valve in the engine’s exhaust to create more pressure through a smaller chamber at low RPM. As a result, its turbocharger can spool up almost instantaneously. This provides up to 310 lb-ft of torque for ample flexibility and performance in any situation. It is also the first time Mazda has turbocharged a gasoline SKYACTIV™ engine. Real-World Performance In the CX-9, engineers focused on real-world performance. They didn't chase horsepower or torque figures. They knew those numbers would be unusable during normal driving. Engineers studied how SUV drivers would drive in the city. They opted for strong off-the-line acceleration in city traffic and linear, controllable operation. “There are lots of powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engines out there, but Mazda’s 2.5-liter turbo stands out by using very elegant engineering to create especially smooth and abundant low-end torque for great everyday V-6-like performance in a sizable crossover SUV,” said WardsAuto Senior Content Director Drew Winter. By replacing a heavy V-6 engine with the SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T in the new-generation CX-9, Mazda was able to eliminate more than 250 lbs. By doing this, they improved EPA-estimated fuel-efficiency by 25% compared with its predecessor. Part of the motivation to rethink how to create the SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T came from the desire to improve real-world figures as well. Mazda developed a cooled exhaust gas re-circulation (EGR) system. Thus, the engine runs at a higher compression ratio. It does this without needing to dump fuel into its cylinders for cooling. That's what commonly known as enrichment. “Most turbocharged gasoline engines use enrichment very early on, leading to fuel economy that rarely meets the EPA-estimated numbers,” said Hiraishi. “While the SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T’s cooled EGR doesn’t improve the catalog fuel economy numbers, it does pay dividends for customers to achieve greater real-world efficiency. That’s what matters”. Beach Mazda Give Beach Mazda a call if you want to learn more about the SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T engine. We can also give you information about any Mazda vehicle on the lot. That's why we're the Mazda experts! At the present time, we've got a great selection of vehicles. But, they are going fast! Furthermore, Beach Mazda has all the information you'll need to pick the best Mazda for you! Call today without delay!

Mazda North American Operations recently announced that three of its vehicles are once again rated by the independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as Top Safety Pick+ award winners for 2017. more The 2017 Mazda CX-3, Mazda3 and 5-door and midsize Mazda6 family sedan each aced a number of collision safety tests. The vehicles were subjected to a battery of tests. The tests included roof strength and head restraint tests. Also performed were side impact and overlap front tests. The vehicles had to earn a rating of “GOOD”. The 2017 Mazda CX-3, the Mazda3 and the Mazda6 also each earned a rating of ADVANCED or SUPERIOR. This was for front-crash prevention. This is courtesy of their available Smart City Brake Support and Smart Brake Support automatic emergency braking systems.   Each of the vehicles tests were also required to pass tough headlight evaluations. They had to pass the test in order to to earn the highest Top Safety Pick+ designation. The vehicles were designed from the ground up using SKYACTIV™ Technology. Of course, this is Mazda's suite of technologies that includes fuel-efficient engines and transmissions. It also includes a lightweight but strong chassis and suspension designs that balance comfort and performance.   Thanks to their available adaptive LED headlights as well as ultra-rigid SKYACTIV™-CHASSIS technology and a number of other unique features available in Mazda vehicles, these three standouts continue to lead their segments in safety evaluations. All of us here at Beach Mazda would have to agree. The cars certainly do standout! The IIHS is an independent, non-governmental safety-testing organization, funded by the insurance industry. For more information, visit IIHS.org. If you’re interested in any of these awesome Mazda vehicle, give Beach Mazda a call today. Mazda experts will show you how to get one for your very own! We are ready and waiting for your call. Don't delay, cars are going fast!