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Have you seen the 2017 Mazda CX-3 yet? If you haven't, you're missing out on something great! Design The 2017 Mazda CX-3 is a study in striking, yet well balanced design proportions. From available machined 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels and rich door contours to exceptionally short overhangs and blacked-out D-pillars, everything about the CX-3’s overall form make it appear strong and firmly planted to the ground. It’s the essence of Mazda’s dynamic KODO design expression: simple lines that express energy in motion, even at a standstill. Once again, the CX-3 proves that you don’t have to be oversized to make a big impression. On the inside Inside, a radical design sensibility expresses the CX-3’s unique character. Mazda’s designers combined colors and fabrics in unexpected ways to create a feeling of sporty refinement. Handle bezels are designed in a sharp futuristic form. One select models, carefully crafted line of stitching throughout the cabin, from the seats to the armrests to the center section, create a feeling that’s solid and rich. Everywhere you look, clean lines and modern design help eliminate distractions, so you can focus on what matters most - driving. Driving Dynamics Every aspect of the Mazda CX-3, from its body construction and engine technology to its chassis and transmission, is engineered to maximize its driving dynamics. And minimize carbon footprint. SKYACTIV™ TECHNOLOGY is one of the reasons why Mazda vehicles offer better overall driving experience with equally impressive EPA-estimated MPG ratings. CX-3 offers up to an EPA-estimated 34 MPG at highway speeds. CX-3 is also available with Mazda’s i-ACTIV AWD all-wheel drive system. It uses Active Torque Control Coupling technology to automatically apportion power to the front and rear wheels in accordance with the conditions of the road surface and data from the vehicle. Extra Care Engineers also put extra care into creating the features you may not think about but that make a big deal behind the wheel. Mazda’s Active Driving Display is an available feature on CX-3. At your feet, the foot pedals are engineered to make driving more comfortable and are symmetrically placed to align with the driver’s centerline. The CX-3 also offers 60/40 split fold-flat seat backs. When folded down, they allow for up to 44.5 cubic feet of flexible cargo space. Mazda knows it’s all in the details. Call Beach Mazda Want to learn even more about the 2017 Mazda CX-3? Give Beach Mazda a call today! We have Mazda experts on standby, ready to help you! Call today, without delay!

Everyone knows that Beach Mazda sells brand new Mazda vehicles. But, did you know that Beach Mazda offers Certified Pre-Owned Mazda vehicles too? That’s right! Keep reading for more details about how Mazda is different from the other auto makers. Certified Pre-Owned Importance At Mazda, everything is designed, engineered, tested and retested to make driving better. Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are no exception. Each one comes with the confidence to greet every turn, on-ramp and green light with the same driving enthusiasm Mazda owners know so well. It starts with the uncompromising quality, durability and reliability. Of course it does! Mazda’s Obsession Mazda Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are guaranteed to move you. Setting the standard of Certified Pre-Owned quality means on the most well-maintained, late model Mazda vehicles make the cut. Major and minor components are studied, scrutinized and tested. This is in order to make sure they meet the highest expectations. For more peace of mind, every Certified Pre-Owned Mazda has warranty protection and 24-hour emergency roadside assistance. One requirement for each vehicle: enduring an uncompromising 160-point inspection in and out. A Mazda certified technician performs that inspection. In other words, technicians go over the entire vehicle with a fine-toothed comb. The Decision You may instantly fall in love with a Mazda vehicle. It takes us 160 tests to feel the same way. A certified Mazda technician examines each vehicle. Vehicles must pass a comprehensive 160-point inspection. Everything under and above the hood goes though analysis for maximum performance, efficiency and reliability. From brakes to transmission to A/C and heating, this is how Mazda ensures that every vehicle will look and perform like a brand new Mazda vehicle. It's important to realize, if the vehicle doesn’t meet the highest standards, it’s reconditioned with genuine Mazda parts. Why it matters The only thing that matters more than driving a Certified Pre-Owned Mazda vehicle is choosing the right one for you! You’ll gain over 50 years of innovation and the pure love-for-driving spirit that’s engineered into every Mazda vehicle that’s built. What Beach Mazda can do for you To learn more about the Mazda Pre-Owned Certification process or to test drive a Mazda Pre-Owned vehicle, give Beach Mazda a call today. Our knowledgeable sales and service staff are more than happy to help you! Certified Pre-Owned Mazda vehicles are just as good as new vehicles. They save you a bunch of money as well! Let Beach Mazda tell you all about the certification process and even show you one in progress if we can. Our service advisors would even be able to assist you. Call Beach Mazda and you can be driving in your new-to-you Mazda vehicle today!

It has begun! Production of the Mazda CX-3 had started at the Mazda’s Hofu Plant Number 1. 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! 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! 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! 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. 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. 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!

It’s true! Mazda Motor Corporation has recently begun production of the All-New Mazda CX-5 at the Ujina Plant Number 2. It’s located near the company’s global headquarters in Hiroshima, Japan.  The new CX-5 will go on sale in Japan before it’s introduced to other global markets. Awaiting Arrival All of us here at Beach Mazda can’t wait for its arrival here in the United States! The CX-5 was originally introduced to the public in later 2011 introduced a new generations of models. This new generation of new models features a full range of SKYACTIV™ Technology and KODO Soul of Motion Design. Total production of the CX-5 reached 1,000,000 units back in April of 2015. That feat made the CX-5 the second fastest Mazda vehicle to reach the million unit milestone, falling just behind the Mazda3. As of October 2016, total production had reached 1.57 million units. The global sales of the Mazda CX-5 have increased every single year since its launch. It’s grown into a core model for Mazda and is responsible for a fourth of Mazda’s annual sales volume. Beach Mazda Agrees Beach Mazda agrees that the all-new Mazda CX-5 will be “an SUV all customers will enjoy.” Mazda aimed for a brand new dimension of of driving excitement that can truly be shared by everyone who rides in the vehicle, not just the driver. Call Us Today You’ll definitely want to keep an eye out for updates here on the Beach Mazda Blog and our website. As soon as the first one hits the lot, we’ll let you know! In the meantime, we still have an awesome selection of Mazda vehicles here on the lot. Give Beach Mazda a call today and let us help you find the perfect Mazda car or SUV for you and your family! There are great deals still happening! By all means, give us a call today!

The awards are not stopping! This time, the Mazda CX-9 has been named to Car and Driver magazine’s first annual 10-Best Trucks and SUVs list! The Mazda CX-9 has been honored for its upscale design and engaging driving performance. It’s the last Mazda vehicle to go through a complete redesign. Engineers made it lightweight. They also included the efficient SKYACTIV™ Technology. Of course, they also includes Mazda’s ever-present KODO Soul of Motion design. New Features Among its most notable new features is its turbocharged SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T engine. It produces a hearty 310 lb-ft of torque from just 2,000 rpm. The engine is housed in a vehicle weighing approximately 250 lbs. less than its predecessor. The SKYACTIV™-G 2.5T helps CX-9 achieve a 25% improvement in combined EPA-estimated fuel economy versus its predecessor. Mazda CX-9 puts power to the ground via its predictive i-ACTIV all-wheel-drive system. It can adjust power output to each wheel more than 200 times per second to maintain optimum grip. Mazda’s i-ACTIV all-wheel drive integrates the functions of 27 sensors to accurately paint a picture of road conditions. This makes sure the driver and passengers feel secure even when road conditions become less than favorable. Signature Trim Level We also can’t leave out how Mazda introduced the new top Signature trim level on CX-9. This trim level further enhances the crossover beyond the previous top CX-9 Grand Touring trim level. On the Signature trim level, the Mazda CX-9 comes exclusively with Auburn-colored Nappa leather seating surfaces. It also features real aluminum whose design take its inspiration from Japanese swords. The rosewood interior trim comes from premium guitar maker Fujigen. Mazda CX-9 joins the compact Mazda3 sedan and hatchback and MX-5 Miata soft top and MX-5 RF retractable fastback as 2017 Car and Driver awardees. Mazda3 and MX-5 were announced as winners in the car categories during November’s Los Angeles Auto Show. Call Beach Mazda The new CX-9s haven't arrived yet, but don't let that stop you from stopping by or giving us a call. We'll be glad to let you know when the new models arrive. We can also get you scheduled for your own VIP Test Drive Experience. Call today!

Mazda Motorsports Update Do you follow Mazda Motorsports? Well, they just announced the drivers that will control the two Mazda RT24-P race cars in the 2018 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with the Mazda Team Joest. They are racing under the Daytona Prototype international rules package. This is also the first season for a Joest Racing and Mazda combo. As a matter of fact, keep reading for the details! Team Joest Announcement It’s a 10-race season. Long-time Mazda drivers Tristan Nunez and Jonathan Bomarito, both American, are joined by two British racers. Harry Tincknell and Oliver Jarvis will be racing for Mazda for the first time. For the four longest endurance races, the quartet of drivers are supplemented. Those drivers will be by IndyCar racer Spencer Pigot and 2017 Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) touring car champion René Rast. “Mazda has had a driver development program since 2007,” explained John Doonan, director of Mazda Motorsports in North America. “So, it’s a big part of our Mazda Prototype program to feature drivers that have come up through the Mazda ranks, whether that’s in sports cars like Tristan Nuñez, or the open-wheel side of things with Bomarito and Pigot. We’re thrilled that those superb young men are back with us again in 2018. “Working with Joest, we were also able to secure fast, winning drivers from their recent history, which makes Jarvis and Rast a good fit, as is Tincknell, who has been successful in both GT and Prototype cars,” said Doonan. “We ask a lot of our drivers outside the car as well, so it’s great to add drivers who will fit the chemistry of what we hope to achieve as a team.” Promising Year Ahead It looks like Mazda Motorsports and Team Joest has a promising year ahead of them. We sure hope they have an awesome season. Interested in getting behind the wheel of your own Mazda? By all means, give Beach Mazda a call today!

Have you heard of the Specialty Equipment Marketing Association Show? Mazda put on quite the impressive show at the 2016 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association Show in Las Vegas, NV last month! SEMA If you’re not familiar with the SEMA Show, it provides designers the chance to showcase their imaginations when it comes to new auto concepts. For Mazda, this year was no different! They offered two concepts this year with the MX-5 Miata Speedster Evolution and the MX-5 RF Kuro. The MX-5 Speedster Evolution is lighter and what they describe as “ruthlessly efficient”. The MX-5 RF Kuro is based upon the 2017 MX-5 retractable fastback that’s going on sale in the U.S. early next year. MX-5 Speedster The MX-5 Speedster made its entrance to the automotive world at the 2015 SEMA show. It’s Mazda’s recognition and appreciation of the lightweight and no-frills driving experience of the sports cars of the 1950s. It weighs in at just over 2,000 pounds and its weight reduction thrust its performance and heightened the open-air experience for which the roadster is known. The MX-5 Evolution sharpens Mazda’s performance history. MX-5 RF Kuro Meanwhile, in Mazda’s new concept, the MX-5 RF Kuro, they have adopted many of the technologies that are seen in the MX-5 Global Cup vehicles. However, these are packaged in a more street-focused manner. The MX-5 RF Kuro shares it adjustable suspension with the MX-5 Global racecar. It also shares its Brembo dual-piston front brake calipers. Both vehicles were built using parts that Mazda autocross and racecar drivers can purchase via MazdaMotorsports.com for their MX-5s. Beach Mazda may not have these awesome concept cars on display here on the lot but we do have a great selection of Mazda cars and SUVs available for your to check out. If you’re interested in any of Mazda’s awesome vehicles, give Beach Mazda a call today! We’ll be happy to schedule you a VIP Test Drive. Everything will be ready for you once you arrive. Call now!