Green NCAP releases ratings for Mazda, Tesla, Hyundai, Mercedes, Opel, Dacia, BYD and Chery vehicles On December 12, Green NCAP released results for the Mazda MX-30, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Opel/Vauxhall Corsa, Tesla Model 3, Hyundai KONA, Dacia Duster, BYD ATTO 2, and Chery OMODA5 in its final release of 2024. The Mazda MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV, a plug-in hybrid, achieved a clean air assessment score of 81 km in pure electric range. However, the combust...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

Mazda MX-30 BEV launched in Indonesia On November 11, 2024, PT Eurokars Motor Indonesia (EMI) announced the launch of Mazda's first electric car, the Mazda MX-30, in Indonesia. Priced from IDR 860 million, the MX-30 is crafted with the Jinba-Ittai philosophy that prioritizes the unity between the driver and the vehicle, and the minimalist and elegant KODO Design.  With SKYACTIV Vehicle Architecture, its performance and driving experience will be...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/14

Mazda unveils rotary engine electric power trains Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) has unveiled two types of “rotary EV system” electric powertrains that use a rotary engine. One of them is a one-rotor-type concept rotary engine system that combines a single rotor for power generation and a new electric drive unit. Compared to the “8C” rotary engine used in the “MX-30”, the one-rotor-type system has a compact engine to increase the fle...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/29

Mazda reduces MX-30 price in response to UK EV incentive decision On April 25, Mazda reduced the price of the MX-30 in response to the UK Government’s decision to not incentivize EV adoption. The company has dropped the price of MX-30 BEV to a starting price of GBP 27,995, making it the most affordable electric SUV on the market compared to many combustion-engine cars. According to the company, the narrative around EVs needs to be changed, wit...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/06

Mazda establishes dedicated group for rotary engine development Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) announced on February 1 that it has established an “RE development group”, a dedicated group for the development of rotary engines (REs). The RE development group was revived after six years since it was dissolved in April 2018. Mazda will strengthen the development of REs as a means to adapt to regulations in each country and carbon neutral (zero ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/02

SCSK to supply automotive basic software for Mazda “MX-30” SCSK Corporation (SCSK) announced that its “QINeS-BSW” automotive basic software has been adopted as network operating software (OS) for Mazda Motor Corporation’s (Mazda) “MX-30 Rotary-EV”. With collaboration from SCSK, the automaker will accelerate the in-house production of electric drive units including software. The QINeS-BSW is the first AUTOSTAR-compliant automotive ba...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/16

Infineon assists Fukuta Elec in developing 7-in-1 e-axle system Infineon Technologies AG (Infineon) announced that it has assisted Taiwan-based Fukuta Elec. & Mach. Co., Ltd. (Fukuta Elec) in developing a 7-in-1 e-axle system that is mounted in Mazda Motor Corporation’s rotary engine-powered MX-30 e-Skyactive R-EV plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV). Fukuta Elec’s 7-in-1 e-axle includes an e-axle made up of a motor, a reduction gear, and an inverter...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/20

Mazda to apply power-generation rotary engine to several models Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) plans to eventually apply a new rotary engine (RE) it has developed specifically for power generation to several models. Mazda employs a multi-solution approach by which it offers electrified vehicles that suit the power source mix, infrastructure, and purchasing power in each country and region. The company will roll out a series-type plug-in hybrid v...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/21

Mazda to discontinue MX-30 EV in U.S. after 2023 model year On July 28, Mazda announced it will discontinue its MX-30 EV for the U.S. market following the 2023 model year. Mazda says it will focus its U.S. electrification efforts on large platform PHEVs, such as the first-ever 2024 CX-90 PHEV and upcoming CX-70 PHEV, as well as introducing the CX-50 Hybrid into its lineup to address the specific needs of the U.S. market.(Mazda press release on J...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/29

Ｍazda starts production of MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV mass production Mazda announced that, on June 22, the company started mass production of the European model of the MAZDA MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV at Ujina Plant No. 1 in Hiroshima City.This is Mazda's first mass-production rotary engine vehicle in 11 years since the Mazda RX-8 was discontinued in June 2012.The MX-30 e-SKYACTIVE R-EV is a unique plug-in hybrid model with an 85 km battery electric dri...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/22

Mazda to revive rotary engine for the first time in 11 years Mazda Motor Corporation’s plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV), MX-30 e-Skyactive R-EV, equipped with a rotary engine (RE) has been premiered in Japan. Mazda’s REs disappeared when the production of the Mazda RX-8 discontinued in 2012. However, the automaker will revive the RE as an engine dedicated to power generation for the first time in 11 years. Mazda’s Director and Senior Managing E...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/18

44th Bangkok International Motor Show under "Colorful Experience" concept held from March 22 - April 2, 2023 From March 22 - April 2, 2023, Thailand's 44th Bangkok International Motor Show (44th BIMS), occupying an exhibition space of over 170,960 square meters, was held under the theme concept of "Colorful Experience" to reflect a variety of experiences through the endless development of automotive technology, especially the coming of EVs. ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/21

Brussels Motor Show: Mazda reveals Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV in Europe On January 13, Mazda Motor Corporation unveiled the Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, a plug-in hybrid model that uses a rotary engine as a generator, at the Brussels Motor Show. The MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV has an 85 km battery electric driving range.Mazda chose to use a rotary engine to power the generator system. Levering the unique way in which rotary engines can produce the req...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/13

Mazda 2023 MX-30 EV to arrive at U.S. dealerships in spring On January 10, Mazda North American Operations announced the 2023 Mazda MX-30 EV will be arriving in California dealerships in spring 2023. Equipped with Mazda’s e-Skyactiv technology and a 35.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the MX-30 has an EPA estimated range of 100 miles on a full charge. The 2023 Mazda MX-30 EV is well-equipped with many standard features, including a 8.8-inch large cen...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/12

Mazda updates electrification plans for Canada On November 22, Mazda Canada Inc. announced an updated plan for a sustainable and electrified future towards 2030 in Canada. By 2025, Mazda will launch a total of eight new hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid EV (PHEV), and battery electric vehicle (BEV) models in Canada, in addition to the MX-30 EV currently on sale in Quebec and British Columbia. These new models will include the CX-50 hybrid, CX-70 PHE...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/24

Mazda to introduce more electric vehicles in Europe On November 22, Mazda Motor Corporation announced that in Europe, Mazda will be continuing to build the necessary parts to transition towards the electrification of its range. This will include both the refinement and use of Mazda’s multiple electrifications and manufacturing technologies as well as the global launch of new battery electric vehicles. In Europe, the Mazda MX-30 BEV, and the rec...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/23

Mazda to launch CX-90 in US in spring 2023; PHV version and promotion of electrification Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) will launch a large SUV product group CX-90 in the United States in the spring of 2023. It will also produce a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV) and aim to promote electrification. The company will prepare a variety of electric powertrains for hybrid vehicles (HVs), electric vehicles (EVs), and PHVs based on our multi-solution strat...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/12

2022 Mazda CX-8 SUV launched in Malaysia, new Skyactiv-G 2.5 T turbo engine introduced On June 29, 2022, along with the MX-30 BEV, Bermaz Malaysia has also officially introduced the new CX-8 SUV, priced from MYR 177,674.The SUV features the addition of a turbocharged petrol 2.5 T High Plus AWD variant. Its new Skyactiv-G 2.5 T forced-induction, shared with the CX-5, delivers 228 hp at 5,000 rpm and 420 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm, a useful boost o...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/30

Mazda MX-30 BEV officially open for booking in Malaysia On June 29, 2022, Bermaz Motor Trading Sdn Bhd announced that Mazda's first BEV, the MX-30, has officially been made available locally for booking. Imported from Japan, the model is priced from MYR 198,780. The first deliveries to Malaysian customers are expected to begin in Q4/2022.The MX-30 runs on Mazda's new e-Skyactiv electric-drive technology. It is equipped with the front-wheel drive ...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/30

Mazda opens order for new MX-30 in UK On May 12, Mazda announced that its new Mazda MX-30 is available to order in three specified models: Prime-Line, Exclusive-Line and Makoto. It features enhanced charging performance and power supply functionality and improvements to the EV drivetrain sound. The Mazda MX-30 have improved DC charging performance by increasing the maximum power the vehicle can accept from 40kW to 50kW, which has reduced the rapi...

News  Updated at: 2022/05/13