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Mazda Readies New EV Platform but Shifts to a “Multi-Solution” Strategy Emphasizing Hybrids

Mazda Readies New EV Platform but Shifts to a “Multi-Solution” Strategy Emphasizing Hybrids

by | Mar 19, 2025 | , , , , , , , , ,

Mazda has been one of the slowest automakers to embrace electrification and its first battery-powered model in the U.S., the MX-30, didn’t last very long due to limited range. Now, however, the Japanese automaker seems to be getting serious about EVs and has offered the first look at an all-new platform expected to be used for a battery-powered SUV due out in 2027. But the automaker also is shifting resources to put more emphasis on hybrids, such as one coming for the next-gen Mazda CX-5 crossover. Headlight.News has more.

Mazda CEO Reveals More on Rotary Engine Revival and Plans for the U.S.

Mazda CEO Reveals More on Rotary Engine Revival and Plans for the U.S.

by | Dec 4, 2024 | , , , , , , , , , ,

Almost a month after confirming plans to launch a rotary-powered sports car based on its Iconic SP sports car, Mazda CEO Masahiro Moro has offered more insight into what it expects to bring to market – and it means the eventual vehicle might be both smaller and more powerful than originally expected, especially for the U.S. market.