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2011 Mazda5 Raceway Laguna Seca (MRLS) Support Vehicle

Posted on 11.2.2011 10:30 by Kirby Garlitos +

The Mazda5 isn’t really the kind of vehicle that you’d associate running around the Laguna Seca Raceway so we were a little bit curious to her of one being made for that specific purpose - and be displayed at the 2011 SEMA Auto Show. So consider us surprised to see the beloved minivan get a full-on racing treatment courtesy of Mazda Design.

The first thing that caught our eye about this piece of work of a Mazda5 is the custom graphics on its side that features a map of the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca (MRLS) racing circuit complete with notes and descriptions of the locations of the bathrooms. The custom minivan also received an MRLS logo on the front doors, a striking orange line along the side skirts, lowering springs with height-adjustable perches, and a set of 19" Mazda RX-8 R3-spec forged aluminum wheels, complete with MRLS logo orange dots.

For a vehicle that seems to be as out of place on a race track as a heavyset bouncer is watching the new Twilight movie, the Mazda5 MLRS Support Vehicle does have some endearing and impressive qualities.

2007-2009 Mazda3 and Mazda5 to be recalled in the US over steering issues

Posted on 08.18.2010 21:00 by Kirby Garlitos +

In the event you have a 2007-2009MY Mazda3 or Mazda5 – manufactured from April 2, 2007 through November 30, 2008 - sitting idly in your driveway, you might want to hold off using them for the time being.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, these specific models of the Mazda3 and Mazda5 are in line for a recall after it was discovered that a problem with the car’s steering could lead to serious accidents.

Turns out, there’s some sort of defect with these cars that results in the loss of power assist with the vehicle’s steering wheels that could, in turn, seriously hamper the way these cars can be driven. The problem becomes even more profound when the cars are being driven at gradual speeds.

Yet despite the announcement, the recall won’t come into effect at least until owner notifications are done. And with repair parts in short supply, the recall probably won’t happen for another few months.

In any case, if you do own any one of these vehicles, it is highly advisable to give Mazda’s customer service department a ring at 1-800-222-5500. Find out how the recall will happen and follow every appropriate measure to ensure that you don’t find yourself in any unfortunate – and avoidable – situations.

2011 Mazda5

Posted on 01.20.2010 06:35 by Simona

The Japanese automaker Mazda will unveil at the next generation Mazda5 at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Like all previous models, the new Mazda5 speaks the same Nagare design language and is powered by a fuel efficient direct injection gasoline engine and other technologies with sales slated to begin this fall. The new model will be offered with a choice of two engines: a 1.8 Liter gasoline engine mated to a six speed manual transmission and a 2.0 Liter engine with direct injection and i-stop.

Press release after the jump.

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2008 Mazda5

Posted on 12.3.2007 09:00 by Simona

Mazda’s multi-activity vehicle, the Mazda5, will hit showrooms in early 2008 in a facelifted version that is even more family friendly with enhanced comfort, convenience and safety, combined with lower driving costs.
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2007 - 2007 Mazda 5

Posted on 02.27.2007 19:00 by Caesar Alvarez , Blas Nicusor

With the introduction of the new Mazda5, Mazda breathes new life into the European C-MAV segment with a stylish, flexible and fun to drive vehicle offering two spirited petrol powertrains and two derivatives of Mazda’s improved MZR-CD 2.0-litre common-rail direct injection turbocharged diesel engine coupled to a new 6-speed manual transmission. Both diesel derivatives come standard with a diesel particulate filter system that is maintenance-free and Euro Stage IV compliant. Added to (...)
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Mazda is developing a rotary hydrogen/petrol/electric hybrid

Posted on 01.17.2007 18:00 by Simona

Mazda is working on a Mazda5 fitted with a rotary engine which can run on hydrogen or petrol and is also linked to an electric motor is front-wheel drive, so becomes the first front-wheel drive, rotary-engined Mazda. The rotary-engines Mazda5 is their second attempt at hybrid vehicles, after Tribute SUV using the same hybrid gas/electric system developed by Ford. This is also their second hydrogen/gas foray, as they have converted some of their RX8 rotary vehicles to hydrogen power. This (...)
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Mazda5 wins highest crash safety rating

Posted on 04.24.2006 08:41 by Anthony Kodack

The Mazda5 minivan has been awarded a maximum six-star rating in the 2005 Japan New Car Assessment Program (J-NCAP) crashworthiness test of safety features for the driver and front passenger seats. In an announcement on April 24, 2006, the award was given to Mazda based on tests conducted under the guidance of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MLIT) and the National Agency for Automotive Safety and Victim’s Aid (NASVA). The Mazda5, known as the Premacy in its (...)
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