Scion took the crown for top brand, with 37.4% of the market and for top model (the tC coupe), with 21.2%, while second place went to Mitsubishi (32.1%) and their Lancer sedan (20.3%).
Mazda was the third most visited brand for Gen Y buyers, though only 17th in terms of model. The top four vehicle choices were Japanese, with a German in seventh place and a South Korean in ninth.
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The Karai is based on the MX-5 Roadster coupe, which means it is fitted with a retractable hardtop. It boasts a unique lime-green paint called “Metal Green Metallic” for the body and contrasting glossy black finish for metal top, exterior mirrors, trim accents such as the front grille and fog lamp surrounds, as well as the 17-inch multispoke alloy wheels that are shod in low profile performance tires.
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According to the seller, this was the fifth Bullet Roadster built and the first V8-engined one to roll out of the company’s then new Chinderah, NSW factory. It’s all hearsay, of course, but I’m willing to believe the words of a 62yo motoring enthusiast with arthritic knees. So here goes...
Bullet No. 5 was a special order from a man named George Covacic who supplied a 4.6-liter all-alloy, fuel injected V8 crate motor along with a Tremac 5-speed manual transmission and the differential from a Holden Commodore SS. Like all Bullet supercars, the brakes and suspension came from the Mazda RX-7.
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A variety of factors, including an economy still reeling from the Global Financial Crisis, high gas prices and the TÅhoku earthquake, are thought to be responsible for the massive price rise.
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Power for the FWD CX-9 continues to be provided by a 3.7-liter V6 engine producing 204kW (274HP) and 367Nm, mated to a 6-speed Activematic transmission. As you would expect, the FWD version is a tad more fuel efficient than the AWD model returning 11.0 lt/100km instead of 11.2lt/100km.
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Even though most of the automotive world will be turning its attention this weekend towards Detroit and the 2009 North American International Auto Show, in Japan, automakers are readying their tuning proposals for the 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon that runs from January 9 to 11. Mazda will be presenting several cars at the show, including Mazdaspeed modified, track-ready versions of the new Axela, RX-8, Demio (Mazda2) and Atenza (Mazda6) called 'Circuit Trial'. In this post we've included the first photos of the Mazda6 Circuit Trial.
Like the other Circuit Trial models, the Mazda6 has been modified to offer higher levels of performance without sacrificing the comforts you'd expect from an everyday car. Mazdaspeed's upgrades include an M'z Custom bodykit with front, rear and side lip spoilers, race-inspired decals, a rear wing, Recaro bucket seats, sport interior trim and, larger diameter and grippier tires with dark alloy wheels made by Yokohama. The Circuit Trial Mazda6 also benefits from a lowered, sports tuned suspension and more powerful brakes.
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While the 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon that will be held in Japan from January 9 to 11, isn't considered a major event from a global perspective, nevertheless Mazda has announced that it will showcase a lineup of 13 vehicles and eco-friendly technologies. Mazda's exhibits will include the next-generation Axela (known as the Mazda3 in international markets), which is being revealed for the first time in Japan. Other exhibits will include "Circuit Trial" versions of the new Axela, RX-8, Demio (Mazda2) and Atenza (Mazda6) and six customized versions of the new Biante minivan, which went on sale earlier this year.It goes without saying that the most attention-grabbing models are the Circuit Trial versions that have been developed by Mazdaspeed. The racing circuit ready variants of the Mazda2, Mazda6, Mazda3 and RX-8 will feature an array of equipment and performance upgrades that include M'z Custom aeroparts, Recaro bucket seats and large diameter tires and alloy wheels made by Yokohama.
Mazda's exhibits at Tokyo Auto Salon 2009
No. | Model | Vehicle/Accessory type |
1 | All-new Mazda3 (N.A. spec model) | Reference exhibit |
2 | All-new Mazda Axela Circuit Trial*2 | Reference exhibit |
3 | Mazda RX-8 Circuit Trial | Reference exhibit |
4 | Mazda Demio Circuit Trial | Reference exhibit |
5 | Mazda Atenza Circuit Trial | Reference exhibit |
6 | Mazda Biante WAGONIST Custom | Production accessories |
7 | Mazda Biante SYTLE WAGON Custom | Production accessories |
8 | Mazda Biante Rotas RV Special | Production accessories |
9 | Mazda Biante Columbia Sport MTB Special | Production accessories |
10 | Mazda Biante DAMD | Production accessories |
11 | Mazda Biante KENSTYLE | Production accessories |
12 | All-new Mazda Roadster NR-A | Production vehicle |
13 | Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid | Reference exhibit |
When automakers don't have anything new to offer, they often create special edition models. Such is the case with Mazda that announced the launch of the '2.0 Style Edition' Atenza sedan which is known as the Mazda6 in overseas markets like Europe and North America. This special edition model which is available only in Japan is based on the Atenza 20C model grade and is powered by a 2.0-liter engine hooked up to a five-speed automatic transmission.What makes this edition special in the eyes of Mazda is a series of features that include LED indicators embedded in the door mirrors, discharge headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped around in 215/50 R17 rubber, blackout gauges (the dashboard and instrument panel dials are visible only when the engine is engaged) and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.
The Atenza 2.0 Style Edition is offered in Japan with a choice of six exterior body colors, including Lilac Silver Metallic and Stormy Blue Mica which aren't available for the base model Atenza Sedan 20C.
Special equipment
-LED indicators embedded in the door mirrors
-Front fog lights (built into the bumper)
-Discharge headlights (with auto leveling function on low beam)
-Water-repellant coating (windshield, front windows and door mirrors)
-Dark tinted glass (rear doors and rear window)
-215/50R17 91W tires and 17-inch alloy wheels
-Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
-Blackout meters (the dashboard and instrument panel dials are visible only when the engine is engaged.)
-Audio-less specification with four speakers (to best match each driver's needs, the Atenza is equipped with four speakers and a space for a head unit in the center panel. The steering wheel is also free of remote control switches. The Audio-less spec allows for maximum variety of audio systems.)
With all the drop outs at the 2009 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), any news, is good news. Mazda on its behalf has confirmed that the all-new Mazda3 5-door hatchback that made its world premiere at the Bologna Show earlier this month, will make its North American debut at NAIAS which will be held in Detroit from January 11 through January 25, 2009. Like its sedan sibling, the U.S.-spec Mazda hatchback will be offered with a choice of two 4-cylinder engines, a 2.0-liter unit with 148HP and a new 2.5-liter unit with 167HP.
The Mazda2 “Fit for Fun” is a new special edition model that will be marketed in 
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Following its introduction at the Paris Motor Show earlier this Fall, Mazda's updated MX-5 / Miata has finally reached the firm's Japanese dealerships. Aptly called Roadster in Japan, the open-top sportscar is priced in its domestic market from 2,330,000 to 2,600,000 yen ($25,100 - $28,000) for the soft top models, and from 2,680,000 to 2,950,000 yen ($28,900 - $31,800) for the Power Retractable Hard Top (RHT). In Japan the Roadster is available exclusively with the revamped 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine hooked up to either a 5-speed (available only on the soft-top), a 6-speed manual gearbox or in the case of the hardtop model, a 6-speed automatic transmission. Hit the jump for the new JDM Roadster image / wallpaper gallery or click here for more details.
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Mazda has announced that it will use the Eco-Products 2008 Show that takes place at Japan's Tokyo International Exhibition Center over the period December 11 -13, 2008, to display its latest eco-friendly technologies aimed to further reduce CO2 emissions. The company's main exhibit will consist of the new i-stop engine start-stop system that improves fuel economy by approximately 10 percent in Japan's fuel economy tests and is scheduled for launch in 2009 as well as the Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid and the RX-8 Hydrogen test vehicles. Other exhibits at Mazda's show stand will include the display of various weight reduction and material technologies.
