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Mazda unveils CX-60 crossover in Europe; e-Skyactiv PHEV, 48V MHEVs

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Mazda Motor Europe unveiled its new crossover SUV, the CX-60. The CX-60 is the first of Mazda’s Large Product group models, and offers (European specification model) e-Skyactiv PHEV, Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid system featuring a 2.5-liter liter e-Skyactiv X gasoline engine, both featuring Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system.

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Mazda revives rotary engine program, commits to Tesla EV charging connector

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Mazda will use Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector for future EVs, but is still investing in development of a new generation of its signature rotary engines. However, Mazda ended production of conventional rotary engines in 2012. But last year Mazda’s U.S.

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Kawasaki, Subaru, Toyota, Mazda, and Yamaha partner on producing, transporting, and using carbon-neutral fuels, including hydrogen

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Subaru Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation, Mazda Motor Corporation, and Yamaha Motor Co., jointly announced that, toward the achievement of carbon neutrality, they will take on the challenge of expanding fuel options through the use of internal combustion engines at the (three-hour) Super Taikyu Race in Okayama on 13-14 November.

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Mazda plans dedicated EV platform in 2025, other EVs and plug-in hybrids before then

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In a major change of tack, Mazda on Thursday announced a large-scale electrification strategy, including plans for a dedicated EV platform by 2025, and other electrified models before then.

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Mazda CEO details electrification strategy with 7-8 new EVs by 2030

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Mazda, like many automakers, has been fairly slow to electrification, and a recent interview with the company’s CEO highlighted the company’s strategy to gradually shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) amidst some demand concerns. Last month, a report noted that Mazda hopes to re-enter the U.S. What are your thoughts?

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Mazda starts US pre-orders for diesel 2019 Mazda CX-5

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Mazda Motor Corporation announced at the New York International Auto Show that it has begun accepting pre-orders for the diesel-powered 2019 Mazda CX-5 in the US market. It is the first time Mazda has offered a diesel-powered passenger car in the US market. The 2019 CX-5 Signature AWD with Skyactiv-D 2.2 The Skyactiv-D 2.2

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The Global Automaker Rating 2023: Who Is Leading The Transition To Electric Vehicles?

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Today, the International Council on Clean Transportation released its annual assessment of automaker’s progress transitioning to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). continued] The post The Global Automaker Rating 2023: Who Is Leading The Transition To Electric Vehicles? Washington, D.C. appeared first on CleanTechnica.