Mazda unveils third generation CX-5 SUV in Europe On July 10, Mazda unveiled the third generation of the CX-5. The SUV pairs e-SKYACTIV G 2.5 G gasoline engine, which is the single type offered, with SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed automatic transmission. M Hybrid version, powered by Mazda's 24 V mild hybrid technology, will be offered in Europe, Japan, and other markets. SKYACTIV-Z, which is under development to achieve ideal combustion, will be introduc...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

0.2% to 1,153 units. By brand sales in June based on MarkLines Data Center figures, Toyota (excluding Lexus) was up 20.0% y/y to 6,213 units with a 19.4% market share. Ford was up 26.0% to 4,167 units with a 13.0% market share. Mitsubishi was up 25.7% to 3,663 units with a 11.5% market share. Thaco Mazda was up 12.5% to 2,882 units with a 9.0% market share. Thaco Truck was up 77.8% to 2,315 units with a 7.2% market share. Thaco Kia was down 24.3%...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

,436 units for SAIC-GM-Wuling; 7,569 units for Geely; 6,805 units for Changan Auto; 4,600 units for Spotlight Automotive; 4,173 units for Polestar; 3,837 units for Dongfeng Motor Corporation; 3,779 units for XPeng; 3,383 units for Great Wall Motor; 3,085 units for Leapmotor; 2,532 units for Changan Mazda; 2,519 units for FAW Hongqi; 1,277 units for GAC Aion; 1,078 units for smart; 1,075 units for Seres Auto Hubei Branch; 958 units for SAIC-GM; 81...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

crease to 26,974 units; Mercedes Benz with a 14.5% increase to 5,861 units; VW with a 9.5% increase to 34,155 units; and Ford with a 9.2% increase to 40,715 units. OEMs with export declines in June included Honda with a 23.9% decrease to 16,812 units; Chrysler with a 23.2% decrease to 23,404 units; Mazda with a 20.2% decrease to 9,955 units and Audi with a 6.5% decrease to 15,977 units. In the first six month of 2025, total vehicles exported decr...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

ncrease of 3.8% to 37,505 units; VW with an increase of 10.1% to 36,271 units; Toyota with an increase of 24.7% to 27,108 units; Kia with an increase of 24.3% to 25,970 units; and JAC with an increase of 104.6% to 2,574 units. OEMs whose production declined in June compared to the previous year are Mazda with a decrease of 19.0% to 12,508 units; Audi with a decrease of 11.8% to 14,110 units; Mercedes with a decrease of 7.9% to 5,147 units; Honda ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

Vs and, when combined, models in the top 10 made up 27.2% of all sales. The result highlighted the continued popularity of dual-cab utes and the diversity of choice in the Australian market. Among the companies, Toyota sales decreased 3.2% to 20,225 units, Ford sales increased 6.4% to 10,103 units, Mazda sales decreased 0.8% to 9,405 units, Hyundai sales increased 28.3% to 8,407 units and BYD sales increased 367.9% to 8,156 units due to the launc...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

2024. General Motors sold 14,736 units, a decrease of 12.0% from last year. Ford sold 4,497 units in June, a decrease of 0.2% from 2024, while Stellantis sales decreased 5.7% to 6,687 units in June. Toyota sold 10,162 units, a decrease of 2.6%, while Honda sold 2,765 units, a decrease of 12.4%, and Mazda sold 7,126 units, a decrease of 21.4% from the same month last year. Kia sales increased 5.7% to 9,410 units, while Hyundai sales decreased 2.2%...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Mazda reports record-breaking sales for June 2025 in Spain On July 2, Mazda Spain announced record-breaking sales for June 2025, registering 2,305 units, the highest for any June in its 25-year history in the country. This represents a 39% year-over-year growth, well above the market average of 15%. Mazda achieved a 1.93% total market share, with standout performance in both private (2.6%) and fleet (2.1%) channels. The CX-30 led sales, followed ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

4.  Highlights from the first half of 2025 include:       •    GM led the market with sales reaching 158,000 units sold thanks to a 12.2% increase over the first half of 2024     •    Among volume brands, Honda noted a significant sales increase in the first half rising 21.1%, while Mazda noted a 20.5% sales gain     •    Sales of luxury brands was mixed, with brands such as Lexus and Acura increasing 20.9% and 17.9% respec...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

end of May, Japanese brands had low inventory: Toyota 21 days, Lexus 23 days, and Subaru 39 days. Among U.S. brands, Dodge's inventory was 43 days. On the other hand, VW, Infiniti, Ram, and Acura had large inventories: 90 days, 78 days, 74 days, and 70 days, respectively. Other Japanese brands were Mazda 62 days, Nissan 55 days, Honda 43 days, and Mitsubishi 41 days. Korean brands were Hyundai 53 days, Genesis 55 days, and Kia 35 days. U.S. new v...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

Mazda teases all-new 2026 CX-5 ahead of debut on July 10 On July 1, Mazda North American Operations announced that it will unveil the all-new 2026 CX-5 on July 10 at 1:00 AM PT. Crafted to fit urban and active lifestyles, the all-new 2026 CX-5 is intended for both life-long customers and those new to Mazda. Mazda included teaser shots of the new CX-5 side view in its release. Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California,...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

les in Japan continued to increase y/y, sales outside Japan decreased slightly (down 0.1% y/y.). In the U.S., where the Trump tariffs are cause for concern, the 8 automakers’ sales volumes varied, and sales by Toyota Motor Corporation and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. increased and Subaru Corporation and Mazda Motor Corporation reported a double-digit decrease. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on June 30, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Mazda relocates Tokyo Office Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) relocated its Tokyo Office to the Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower (Minato Ward, Tokyo) and started operations at the new location on June 30. The company also established the Mazda R&D Center Tokyo (MRT) on the floor shared with its Tokyo Office and will transfer some functions from its development division to the new R&D Center. Mazda’s Tokyo Office has been in the Kasumigaseki Building...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Mazda and Subaru shareholders shown strong interest in countermeasures against tariffs On June 25, when two months had passed since the U.S. Administration’s imposition of additional tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) and Subaru Corporation (Subaru), which heavily rely on the U.S. market, held their annual shareholders' meetings. Although their shareholders asked a succession of questions about the impact of...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

aking their debut in Indonesia, GIIAS 2025 highlights the cutting edge of automotive innovation. The final lineup of confirmed passenger and commercial vehicle brands participating includes Audi, Volkswagen, GAC Aion Indonesia, Polytron, Geely, Ford, BMW, Mini, Toyota, BAIC, Honda, Lexus, Daihatsu, Mazda, Chery, Suzuki, MG, Wuling, Mitsubishi Motors, Volvo, Aletra, DFSK, Seres, Subaru, Hyundai, Jaecoo, VinFast, Jetour, Maxus, Kia, GWM, Xpeng, Jee...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Mazda announces business structural reform policy for Japan On June 19, Mazda Motor Corporation announced its "Business Structural Reform Policy" to strengthen its business foundation and re-grow in the Japanese market. The three pillars of the business structural reform are "investment for growth to nurture brand " "designate priority regions (metropolitan strategy)," and "thorough frontline support to improve in-store experience." The company d...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

BAuto Malaysia warns of adverse auto industry factors, sees lower FY performance ended April 2025 Announced on June 12, 2025, Bermaz Auto Berhad (BAuto) reported a decline in revenue and profit for the financial year ended April 30, 2025, primarily driven by reduced sales of Mazda and Kia vehicles in Malaysia, amid mounting competition from lower-priced Chinese imports. BAuto’s profit before tax dropped to MYR 224.3 million (from MYR 483.7 mill...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

p 10.8% and special purpose vehicles were down 50.0% and hybrid vehicles were 970 units. By brand sales in May based on MarkLines Data Center figures, Toyota (excluding Lexus) was up 5.8% y/y to 5,665 units with a 19.4% market share. Ford was up 24.0% to 4,054 units with a 13.9% market share. Thaco Mazda was up 19.0% to 2,726 units with a 9.3% market share. Mitsubishi was down 31.1% to 2,172 units with a 7.4% market share. Thaco Truck was up 30.7...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

tlight Automotive; 6,932 units for SAIC-GM-Wuling; 4,659 units for Volvo Cars Asia-Pacific; 3,658 units for Leapmotor; 3,605 units for XPeng; 3,208 units for Polestar; 3,135 units for Great Wall Motor; 2,986 units for Changan Auto; 2,262 units for Dongfeng Motor Corporation; 2,148 units for Changan Mazda; 1,423 units for FAW Hongqi; 1,233 units for smart; 1,021 units for GAC Aion; and 840 units for Jiangsu Yueda Kia. For emerging NEV makers, reta...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

increase of 0.1% to 60,937 units; Ford with an increase of 2.1% to 42,047 units; Toyota with an increase of 15.7% to 27,454 units; Kia with an increase of 7.7% to 25,300 units; and JAC with an increase of 36.4% to 2,545 units. OEMs whose production declined in May compared to the previous year are Mazda with a decrease of 34.1% to 12,230 units; Chrysler with a decrease of 25.8% to 30,843 units; Audi with a decrease of 19.9% to 14,000 units; VW w...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10