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SKYACTIV®-X: All you need to know!

Have you heard about Mazda’s “well-to-wheel” approach to reducing vehicle emissions? If you have, you may very well be familiar with Mazda’s SKYACTIV®-X engine. For those of you who aren’t familiar with it, keep reading for all the great details. More than Just Going Electric Mazda knows that reducing greenhouse gas emission is not as simple as switching cars from gas to electric. No. It’s more involved than that. Mazda takes into consideration fuel extraction, manufacturing and shipping as well ad driving. One part of this plan is Mazda’s innovative new combustion engine. It’s called SKYACTIV®-X. The SKYACTIV®-X engine certainly is a revolutionary engine. It is actually a world first! According to Mazda, is uses a special method of combustion, compression ignition, to be exact. Many in the automotive manufacturing industry have been trying to master this method for over twenty years. How Does it Work? Here’s how SKYAVTIV-X works: In a gasoline engine, the fuel-air mixture is ignited by a spark from the spark plug. In a diesel engine, the fuel-air mix is compressed and ignites through pressure and heat alone. Diesel is more energy dense than gasoline, which also means more air and less fuel goes in, making for better fuel economy. And although diesel engines tend to release less carbon dioxide than gasoline engines, they emit particulates that, unless trapped or treated, can cause pollution. Diesels, which are often turbocharged, have a reputation for having lots of torque even at low revs, while gasoline engines can rev higher and produce more horsepower at those high revs. SKYACTIV®-X offers the best of both diesel and gasoline engines with none of the disadvantages. It does this thanks to a new technology called Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI). Running on regular gasoline, SPCCI works by compressing the fuel-air mix at a much higher compression ratio, with a very lean mix. The SKYACTIV®-X engine uses a spark to ignite only a small, dense amount of the fuel-air mix in the cylinder. This raises the temperature and pressure so that the remaining fuel-air mix ignites under pressure (like a diesel), burning faster and more completely than in conventional engines. Want to learn more about SKYACTIV®-X? By all means, please call Beach Mazda today. We have the Mazda experts on hand to help you!

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Update: Apple CarPlay & Android Auto for 2018 Mazda6

Mazda recently announced some really exciting news! Beginning in November, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay will be available as standard equipment on the 2018 Mazda6 Touring trim level and above. This very anticipated update for the 2018 Mazda6 Touring enables drivers and passengers alike to access phone apps through the MAZDA CONNECT infotainment system. If you’ve already purchased a 2018 Mazda6, starting this month you’ll also be able to have to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay installed at no additional cost to you! This Month Starting this month, if you own a 2018 Mazda6 Touring, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve or Signature model,. You can call the Beach Mazda Service Department to schedule your upgrade service. This is no additional cost to you, whatsoever. The software and hardware upgrade update will take approximately two hours to complete. In addition, not only will you receive the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay upgrade, you’ll also receive a faster-charging and more powerful 2.1-amp USB port.  Moreover, you'll get the latest software version of MAZDA CONNECT. How awesome is that? MAZDA CONNECT One thing about this MAZDA CONNECT integration is Mazda’s Commander knob and buttons. The Commander knob and buttons allow an easier ability to switch between the different user interfaces. This offer betters management of the different capabilities. The integration supports Mazda’s Head-Up Cockpit idea. The Head-Up Cockpit was designed to reduce cognitive distraction from outside sources. This means it is easier to listen to the radio while using a compatible phone-based navigation app. Want to Learn More About This Update? Do you want to learn more about the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay update? Do you want to schedule your installation appointment? Then, by all means, give Beach Mazda a call today. We will be more than happy to show you how it can help you. After that, we put you in touch with our Mazda Service Advisor to get your appointment scheduled!

2019 CX-3

2019 CX-3: Compact but full of awesome!

Introduced earlier this year at the 2018 New York International Auto Show, the newly updated 2019 Mazda CX-3 remains an awesome vehicle, indeed. For the upcoming year, the 2019 CX-3 is re-tuned and redefined. It delivers more elegance, efficiency and driving performance. It’s an award winning subcompact crossover SUV that continues to exceed expectations. The 2019 CX-3 provides above class and above segment features in the perfect package. 2019 Model Update For the new model year, Mazda incorporated better materials, sound insulation and a newly available leather seating surface. It also offers a standard electronic parking brake. Because of the new electronic parking brake, the center console and armrest are completely new. For instance, this means there is more storage space. There are new redesigned front seats and cup holders in the rear armrest. Enjoyable Experience All models of the 2019 CX-3 come with a SKYACTIV™-G 2.0L engine. The engine is paired with a SKYACTIV™-DRIVE six speed automatic transmission. It offers manual shidt and sport modes. The engine of the 2019 CX-3 was re-tuned to offer more efficiency and refinement. For this model year, the engine delivers 148 horsepower at 6,000 prm. It also offers 146 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,800 rpm. Front wheel drives comes standard but Mazda’s predictive i-ACTIV all-wheel-drive is an available option on each trim level. To offer a sportier ride, Mazda has offered standard G-Vectoring Control vehicle dynamic enhancements. A re-tuned suspension offers an improved and sportier ride. Recalibrated power steering and chassis design offer a smoother, quieter and more enjoyable experience behind the wheel 2019 CX-3 has Arrived! All of us here at Beach Mazda have been waiting for the 2019 CX-3 s to arrive in Myrtle Beach. They are finally here!  Stop by or call Beach Mazda to learn all about the Mazda lineup of vehicles. Indeed, we have something for everyone! We have a great selection of new Mazda vehicles here on the lot. Generally speaking, you really should stop by for a visit. We surely won't disappoint you!

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Rear Seat Entertainment Accessory: New for Mazda CX-9

Family road trips can so much be fun. There’s great scenery to check out and interesting places to visit across the country. But, what happens when the kids get bored in the backseat after a few hours on the road? Mazda has you covered! Keep reading for details about the Rear Seat Entertainment Accessory. Mazda recently introduced the availability of its new Rear Seat Entertainment System accessory kit. It’s available for 2016-2018 Mazda CX-9 midsize crossover sport utility vehicle. The Rear Seat Entertainment System can be retrofitted to all 2016, 2017 and 2018 Mazda CX-9s. It is a dealer installed accessory. It will also be available in select 2018 Mazda CX-9 as a port-installed item. Features of the Rear Seat Entertainment Accessory Some of the features of the Rear Seat Entertainment System are: Dual 8-inch LCD monitors (1024 x 600 resolution; 16:9 aspect ratio) Single CD/DVD player USB 2.0 and SD card inputs HDMI ports for wired device connections (Android/iOS smartphones and tablets) Two IR-type wireless headphones 5mm stereo headphone output Two remote controls Multiple Sources Mazda also understand that video data can come from many different sources. It can come through USB, SD, CD.DVD or even HDMI. The monitors are able to play different content at the same time or both display the same thing. This new Rear Seat Entertainment System has undergone multiple tests and passed all evaluations in accordance to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This is a great way to keep your backseat passengers happy and occupied during long trips. Who likes long car rides with unhappy people? Want to Learn More? Want to learn more about the Rear Seat Entertainment System and how you can have it install in your 2016-2018 Mazda CX-9? By all means, give Beach Mazda a call today to learn how you can make your backseat passengers happy! We have the Mazda experts on staff ready to help you!

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy: Mazda Tops the List!

Everyone knows that Mazda makes a great vehicle. But did you know that they also make their vehicles fuel efficient. They care about our world and our environment too! Keep reading to learn how Mazda tops the list for fuel economy Light Duty Fuel Economy Trends Report The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the Light Duty Fuel Economy Trends Report this past January. In that report, the EPA named Mazda Motor Corporation as having the highest overall Manufacturer Fuel Economy for the 2016 model year. This is the fifth time in a row Mazda received the first place ranking. Environmental Protection Agency For this report, the Environmental Protection Agency compiled fuel economy trends by each model year sold in the United States. It ranks automakers by the Manufacturer Adjusted Fuel Economy. For Mazda, their overall fuel economy was 29.6 miles per gallon. This was an improvement of 0.4 miles per gallon over the previous year. SKYACTIV™ TECHNOLOGY One of Mazda’s main missions is to enhance people’s lives and improve society as a whole. Mazda believes this helps to preserve the beauty of the earth. They developed the SKYACTIV™ TECHNOLOGY which is a cutting edge array of engines, transmissions, car bodies and chassis. The company uses this technology throughout the Mazda vehicle lineup in order to provide all customers with both the driving pleasure they seek and the extraordinary environmental and safety performance. These accomplishments continue to play a key role in allowing Mazda to log the highest overall average fuel economy for five years in a row. For the Future For the future, Mazda aspires to develop a future in which people, the earth and society can live together with cars to enrich people’s lives through car ownership. That ownership will celebrate driving, which Mazda knows is highly important. It’s that unmistakable emotional connection that Mazda hopes to create. Do you want to know what that unmistakable emotional connection feel like? By all means, come to Beach Mazda and feel it for yourself!

What is Mazda SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY?

There are a lot of great options in the new Mazda lineup for Forestbrook drivers looking for a vehicle that delivers confident performance and strong fuel economy. That’s thanks in no small part to Mazda’s innovative SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY suite, which includes a full range of carefully integrated engineering and design elements. We've touched briefly on what SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY is in the past, but here we have a full rundown of what our lineup is capable of. Take a closer look at the many innovations that have gone into the development of SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY, and experience its unique capabilities for yourself near Surfside Beach at Beach Mazda. Efficient Engines SKYACTIV™®-G - Mazda’s engineers have been at the forefront of a number of engineering innovations over the last several years, but the idea with SKYACTIV™®-G was to take the traditionally aspirated gasoline combustion engine to a new level of performance and efficiency. Offered in the form of 2.0L and 2.5L four-cylinder engines, SKYACTIV™®-G compresses the engine’s air-fuel mixture through the cylinders in a more efficient manner—at a rate of 14.0:1, to be exact—in order to get more energy out of less fuel. The result is a 15% increase in efficiency. You can currently find SKYACTIV™®-G engines at work on a variety of new Mazda vehicles, including the new Mazda3 and Mazda6. SKYACTIV™®-D - For a long time, the diesel engine was synonymous with pollution due to the high levels of toxicity in the exhaust. Mazda’s SKYACTIV™®-D engine puts those worries to rest while cashing in on the best performance elements of the diesel engine—including commanding levels of torque. How did Mazda’s SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY engineers achieve better fuel economy and lower emissions levels? They developed an engine with a low compression ratio. This engine technology will be available on the first-ever Mazda CX-5 diesel. Responsive Transmissions SKYACTIV™®-Drive - Mazda’s SKYACTIV™®-Drive is a six-speed automatic transmission that combines the best aspects of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), dual-clutch automated manual transmission, and traditional automatic transmission. The transmission’s lock-up range has been widened in order to develop a more efficient transfer of torque. This results in an improvement in fuel economy of 4-7% without compromising the level of responsiveness people are looking for between gear ratios of a sporty Mazda vehicle. SKYACTIV™®-MT - Mazda’s 6-speed manual transmission has been improved as well in the form of the SKYACTIV™®-MT. This sporty manual transmission provides sharp and swift gear shifts for a genuinely responsive feel. It is also compact and lightweight in size, which helps improve efficiency. Innovative Design SKYACTIV™®-BODY - The philosophy and primary goal behind the SKYACTIV™®-BODY is the same as that which went into the powertrain—namely, helping to deliver optimal performance and efficiency. Mazda’s design team achieved this by developing a body that was 8% lighter and 30% more rigid than the outgoing Mazda body design. The body structure has been straightened and made part of a continuous framework as well, which helps make it safer in a collision by distributing the force of the impact more evenly. SKYACTIV™®-CHASSIS - The Mazda SKYACTIV™®-CHASSIS included a full overhaul of Mazda’s outgoing chassis design, complete with a new front and rear suspension, electric power steering system, and a 14% reduction in weight over the outgoing generation. The result, as hoped for, is a vehicle that is functionally more comfortable at highway speeds and more agile at low- and mid-range speeds, as well as being more efficient and stable. SKYACTIV™®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS - Mazda’s SKYACTIV™®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS aren’t just a single element of design or engineering. Instead, it’s the entire integrated approach of SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY realized. G-Vectoring Control improves handling—particularly when cornering—by delivering the proper amount of braking force and torque to the proper wheels based on driving behavior and conditions. These controls have been carefully calibrated based on specific technical analyses of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, body, and chassis. This provides more stability and responsiveness, resulting in a ride that is both more comfortable and engaging. Experience SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY in Myrtle Beach Today The new Mazda vehicles for sale at Beach Mazda bring a variety of groundbreaking innovations to the table, including SKYACTIV™® TECHNOLOGY as well as the i-ACTIVSENSE® driver assist safety package. Explore all of these features and witness Mazda’s head-turning design work today at our dealership, located conveniently near Forestbrook. You can also easily finance a new Mazda at our dealership, so contact us to set up a test drive! Learn More About Mazda from Beach Mazda

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Off-road Mode in 2017 Mazda CX-5: It's no Secret!

Off-road Mode? Off-road mode in a Mazda CX-5? “Off-road” and “Mazda” don’t usually end up in the same sentence. However, Mazda has really given us a super surprise hidden deep within the computer logic of the 2017 Mazda CX-5! The new off-road mode is a part of the i-ACTIV® all-wheel-drive (AWD) system in the 2017 Mazda CX-5. It’s designed for loose surfaces and deep rutted trails just off the beaten path. All-Wheel Drive Mazda know it’s a challenge for the AWD system to know exactly how much torque to send to back wheels at every instant. Much of it depends on the condition of the roads. Are they slippery from a downpour? Has it been snowing? Is the road itself less than perfect? Is there any road to drive on at all? In order for the AWD system to get it right all the time, it must be able to sense the drive and the road in order to not lose traction. Traction control is a wonderful thing. But, what happens when you want to go off-road? Leaving the Pavement It’s possible that a crossover SUV like the 2017 Mazda CX-5 may never leave the road. However, Mazda knows that it’s not always the case. Sometimes families can go camping or just drive down a dirt road. The CX-5’s traction control will kick in, so what if you don’t want that to happen? According to Mazda: “In rare cases on uneven paths when a wheel could leave the ground, i-ACTIV AWD® will sense that wheelspin and lock the torque coupling so the front and rear wheels go the same speed." But on especially rough terrain, this might not be enough. Imagine a wobbly restaurant table with a matchbook wedged under its short leg to keep it from rocking. If you take that matchbook out, the air under that table leg is like the air under your tire in that diagonal twist. Now, what happens when the table rocks, and that leg comes down? The opposite leg goes up. The same thing happens in a diagonal twist. If one tire comes off the ground, the opposite tire also comes off the ground, or at least gets very light. What it Does So even if the torque coupling that drives power to the axles forces the front and rear tires go to the same speed, if one front tire and one rear tire are in the air, those airborne tires can still spin freely. To stop them, we have to use the traction control system to apply the brakes.  This stops tires from spinning, forcing torque over to the tires that are on the ground. In any other situation, we want the traction control system to apply the brakes as smoothly as possible, so there’s no interruption in the driver’s control of the car. But in situations where an abrupt power shift is necessary—like this diagonal twist off-road situation—pressing the “TCS OFF” button actually switches the CX-5 to a mode that simulates locking differentials via the brakes, sending power to the wheels on the ground.” So there you have it! The 2017 Mazda CX-5 has an off-road mode! Who knew?

KAI CONCEPT

KAI CONCEPT & Other Great News from Mazda!

Mazda just gave the world some really fantastic news. It's about the KAI CONCEPT and some other really fantastic news. Here’s what they had to say in a recent press release back in November: HIROSHIMA, Japan Mazda Motor Corporation unveiled two concept models, the Mazda KAI CONCEPT and the Mazda VISION COUPE at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show today. Organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, the show will be open to the public from Oct. 28 through Nov. 5. Mazda has scheduled a press conference for 9:40 p.m. PDT (1:40 p.m. JST) today. The Mazda KAI CONCEPT compact hatchback heralds a new generation of Mazda cars. Featuring the next-generation SKYACTIV™-X gasoline engine, SKYACTIV™-Vehicle Architecture and a more mature expression of the KODO design language, the model embodies the technology, engineering and design concepts that will define the next generation of Mazda cars. Refinements in all areas of dynamic performance have produced a dramatically quieter, more comfortable ride and an enhanced performance feel. The KAI CONCEPT features muscular, solid proportions and its form is brought to life by a delicate flow of reflections over the body sides. New Design VISION The VISION COUPE represents Mazda’s design vision for next-generation models; a more mature expression of KODO applies a Japanese aesthetic to achieve more elegant and premium styling. The exterior features a “one motion” form that exudes a sense of speed and the interior combines three-dimensional depth with a strong longitudinal axis to create a relaxed space that maintains a sense of speed. In line with its “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030” long-term vision for technology development, Mazda aims to use the fundamental appeal of the automobile – driving pleasure – to inspire people, enrich society and help bring about a beautiful earth. By offering an experience of car ownership that celebrates driving, the company hopes to enrich lives and build a strong bond with customers. Call Beach Mazda Isn’t this great news? Want to learn more? Give Beach Mazda a call today!

SKYACTIV™-X

SKYACTIV™-X: Do you know what it is?

New  SKYACTIV™-X By now, you must have heard about Mazda’s new SKYACTIV™-X engine. It features Spark-Controlled Compression Ignition which is a never-before-seen combustion method. It’s also the second step in Mazda’s development of a gasoline engine with the perfect internal combustion mechanism. No doubt, this has been a long term goal of engineers. In this new engine, spark plug ignition is used to control compression ignition. This results in a greatly improved range of important performance indicators. Evolution The groundbreaking SKYACTIV™-X engine is exclusive to Mazda. Mazda also believes that there is still plenty of room for further evolution of the combustion engine. This technology also has the potential to help the global environment. Mazda has no plans to end their mission to develop the ideal combustion engine. The corporate vision of protecting the planet while enriching people’s lives through the “joy of driving” continues. Fuel Saving The range where the engine is able to deliver excellent fuel economy has been dramatically expanded with the use of the SKYACTIV™-X, meaning that this system is able to deliver lower fuel consumption than ever before in a whole range of driving scenarios, including city driving, long-distance driving on expressways and more. Performance Unique to Mazda, the SKYACTIV™-X is a new kind of combustion engine that combines the advantages of gasoline and diesel engines to achieve outstanding environmental performance and uncompromised power and acceleration performance. This revolutionary technology represents the start of an exciting new stage in our quest to develop the ideal internal combustion engine. Fully supporting the Jinba-ittai driving experience Mazda aims to provide, SKYACTIV™-X was developed in consideration of our planet and all who live here. Call today! Want to learn  more? By all means, give Beach Mazda a call today! We will be ready and waiting to help you in your car buying process! Please don’t delay. New models are driving off the lot quickly due to high demand.

Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles: Mazda, Toyota & Denso Combine Forces

If you haven’t heard already, Mazda Motor Corporation, Denso Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation have joined together for a really fantastic endeavor. Keep reading for all the details about new electric vehicles! Electric Vehicles & Technology At the end of September, Mazda, Toyota and Denso have combined their energies to develop basic structural  technologies for the development of electric vehicles. Together, they have formed a new company that consists of selected engineers from each company. This is to ensure the efficient implementation of the joint technological development projects. Across the globe, communities are adopting ever increasing levels of policies that aim to reduce greenhouse gasses. New regulations now mandate that a certain amount of electric vehicle sales are starting to emerge. Adhering to these new environmental regulations while still ensuring the sustainable growth of the companies is a concern. It requires the development of new powertrains and technology. Automaker Response Electric Vehicles have yet to find widespread acceptance though. There is a huge investment and a large amount of time that is required to cover all markets and vehicle segments. This is an issue for the individual automakers when they respond to a variety of demand for electric vehicles. The new company will engage in the following: Research into the characteristics that define optimum performance and functions of EVs from the standpoint of both individual components and the whole vehicle Verification of component installation and vehicle performance realized by the characteristics achieved in item #1. Examination of the optimum concept for each car classification with regard to each component and each type of vehicle realized by achieving items #1 and #2. Looking to the Future Beach Mazda is super excited to see what the future holds for Mazda Motor Corporation. The development of electric vehicles is on the verge of becoming a necessity. This new company will surely develop some great technology. Interested in a current Mazda vehicle? By all means, give Beach Mazda a call today!

Improvements

Improvements & Changes for Mazda CX-3

Have you heard about all the improvements and changes happening in the Mazda CX-3 subcompact crossover SUV? It's already been through the first round of these updates. Mazda aims to teat drivers to impressive value with features they might not even fin on more expensive vehicles. Keep reading for details! Standard Improvements Now standard for all trim levels of the CX-3 is Smart City Brake Support. This system automatically applies the brake in emergency situations below 19mph. Several other Mazda vehicles already have this important safety equipment as a standard feature. The CX-3 also offers Mazda's exclusive G-Vectoring Control. This system uses the engine coupled with steering and throttle inputs to lessen engine torque. It applies more weight on the front wheels and makes the steering more direct. G-Vectoring Control allows the driver more confidence and control while driving. Trim Levels The entry level Mazda CX-3 Sport trim level has a bunch of standard features like cloth seats, power windows and power remote door locks. It also has power mirrors, two USB ports, Bluetooth hands free calling and audio pairing. We also can't forget it comes standard with MAZDA CONNECT as well as a whole host of other great features. The mid-level CX-3 Touring replaced the Sport's standard 16-inch alloy wheels with 18-inch wheels. It also replaced the cloth seats with leatherette and Lux Suede upholstery. Did you know the CX-3 Touring also comes standard with Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert? It also has Mazda Advance Keyless Entry, heated front seats and heated side mirrors! Some of the new standard features on CX-3 Touring are automatic climate control, rain-sensing windshield wipers and automatic on/off headlights. There's more, still, that you should see for yourself! Now, the CX-3 GT Premium Package includes Smart Brake Support for highway speeds and Lane Departure Warning. It also has High Beam Control and Mazda Radar Cruise Control. There are even more all-new features like the 6-way power driver's seat, 2-position driver memory seat, power driver's lumbar support AND a heated steering wheel! Under the Hood All those features we just listed are great for the inside of the vehicle. But, some of the best improvements can only be felt while driving. The CX-3 now has revised suspension and new front lower control arms. It has recalibrated dampers and new engine mounts too. All of this was designed to benefit the CX-3 class-leading chassis dynamics. In other words, Mazda improved and already awesome driving experience! It's all of part of Mazda's Jinba-Ittai driving philosophy. Need Proof? Come see the improvements for yourself at Beach Mazda! We have a great selection of CX-3s available for test drive. Stop by or give us a call today!

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Next-Generation Platform from Mazda

Last month... we told you about Mazda's Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030 initiative and the next-generation SKYACTIV™-X engine. This month, we begin with news about Mazda's next-generation platform for developing and building their vehicles. It's some pretty interesting stuff! Keep reading for details. You really should keep an eye on these developments. Comfortable & Pleasing We know that Mazda designs their vehicles to be comfortable and pleasing to drive. They are very human-centered when it comes to production and design. This new generation platform was developed with an enhanced focus on that human-centered idea. The functioning of the tires, the suspension, body and seats were reviewed from the viewpoint of optimization. The new platform will offer improved comfort and a less tiring driving experience. It will also enable drivers to changes in their environment. This happens by optimizing the body's natural ability to balance itself. In turn, this creates the ultimate Jinba-ittai driving feel. You can read more about Jinba-ittai by tapping or clicking here. It's one of our really informative previous blog posts. Inside On the inside of the vehicle, seats have been redesigned to keep the pelvis upright. This maintains the natural S-curve of the human spine. The seat mounts and other parts are more rigid. This makes for smoother and quicker transmission of inputs form the vehicle to the driver's body. The vehicle frames have been improved as well. For one thing, the rigidness of the four-wheel diagonal is enhanced. This is because the frames are connected vertically, laterally, front and back. This creates a multi-directional ring structure. Outside & Underneath Mazda has also made improvements to the functional distribution to the suspension, tires, arms and dampers. Each part is now able to work interactively along the axis of the vehicle. This creates a very smooth control and energy transfer. The high-strain energy areas are damped with damping nodes, damping bonds and other damping structures. Of course, those structures will depends on the nature of the area they are in. Equally, these improvements are based on how people perceive sound. The "quality of quietness" is improved by controlling how noise changes over time or from different directions, of course. Next-Generation Advancements These are some seriously amazing advancements for Mazda vehicles. Of course, we know Mazda vehicles are already great to drive. As a matter of fact, this next-generation design, Mazda vehicles are sure to be the world's most comfortable to drive! Beach Mazda has a great selection of Mazda cars and SUVs on the lot right now. Many 2018 models are already arriving. By all mean, give us a call today. Our experienced staff is more than happy to help answer your questions. We can also set up a personalized VIP Test Drive Experience just for you! Furthermore, if you let us know you're coming in for a visit, we can have everything ready for your arrival. With this in mind, give Beach Mazda a call today! Good deals are going fast!

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