Mazda Show Room: 2012 Mazda2

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	MAZDA2 Exterior: Huge on style, the Mazda2 subcompact turns the road into a runway. Deeply sculpted shaped catches patterns of light for a look that’s enticing from any angle. Widely placed headlights and available halogen fog lights show off its athletic stance. Wheels pushed out to all four corners flaunt Mazda2’s confident attitude. Sport coupe silhouette cleverly conceals its 5-door convenience. Learn More >>
	MAZDA2 Interior: Room to live large— the Mazda2 seats you plus four. Standard 6-way adjustable driver's seat lets you find your most comfortable position in two more ways than the Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris or Nissan Versa. Versatile 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback accommodates boogie boards and friends alike - so you don't have to choose one over the other. High-quality, cloth-trimmed seat fabric options place a big emphasis on style and comfort. Learn More >>
	MAZDA2 Performance: Agile and fun, the Mazda2 proves small has got it all when it comes to awesome drives. Mazda's 1.5-liter DOCH 16-valve engine halls from the same MZR engine hails from the motorsports-proven MZR engine family. Thanks to its well-built and very reliable engine, the fun was made to last. At 100 horsepower and 98-lb-ft of torque, Mazda2 strikes the perfect balance between usable power and excellent fuel economy— up to 35 mpg hwy*. Tuned for day-to-day driving, this engine turns your boring commute into something far more stimulating. Learn More >> * EPA-estimated highway mileage for MAZDA2 with manual transmission. Actual results may vary.
	MAZDA2 Safety: Seriously safe, the Mazda2 is equipped with six standard air bags*. Advanced front air bags protect head and chest. Front side-impact air bags help provide protection for chest and abdominal areas. Side-impact air curtains help protect front and outboard rear passengers. Learn More >> *Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in appropriate child restraints.

Mazda Show Room: 2012 MX-5 Miata

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	MX-5 Miata Exterior: Warning: Thrilling curves ahead- and we don't mean the road. The 2012 MX-5 Miata echoes the classic curves of its predecessor with a modern, seductive flair. Bold grille and front fascia, plus sculpted fenders, successfully give the 2012 Miata a muscular look. Smooth lines arch over the rear wheels, echoing the rear fascia and taillight design. Silver seatback bars leave a subtle, cool impression when viewed from the rear with the top down (standard on Sport with 6-speed Sport AT automatic transmission, Touring and Grand Touring). Learn More >>
	MX-5 Miata Interior: The cockpit of the 2012 MX-5 Miata was designed for one purpose- to make you feel at one with machine. Standard 6-way adjustable driver's seat with a height adjuster lets you find your perfect driving position. Premium, heated leather-trimmed seats with five heat settings deliver custom comfort, standard on the Grand Touring. Backlit, silver-trimmed tachometer, coolant temperature and oil pressure gauges, a nod to the MX-5 Miata's racing heritage, keep you in tune with the engine. Learn More >>
	MX-5 Miata Performance: With 20+ years of racing heritage, the MX-5 Miata is built to handle the rigors of the racetrack — and your daily commute. The 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine churns out 167 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque when paired with a manual transmission (5-speed on Sport, 6-speed on Touring and Grand Touring) Available 6-speed Sport automatic transmission includes steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters should you feel the urge for more control (available on Sport, Touring and Grand Touring) Variable valve timing and variable induction help give you strong low-end torque for excellent off-the-line acceleration without sacrificing horsepower Friction-reducing molybdenum-coated pistons and an ultra-light flywheel for an engine that’s quick to respond and eager to rev Limited-slip differential directs power to the wheel with the most traction, delivering the split-second response you’ll need during spirited driving (available on Touring and Grand Touring-- manual transmission only. Learn More >>
	MX-5 Miata Safety: Leaving nothing to chance, advanced front air bags* are standard on every MX-5 Miata. Advanced front air bags help provide driver and front passenger protection for head and chest* in a front-impact collision; the passenger air bag is deactivated if the seat is empty or a child’s weight is measured. A switch on the dash allows you to deactivate the passenger air bag when a child safety seat needed. Learn More >> * Always wear your seat belt and deactivate the passenger air bag when using a child- or infant-restraint system.

2013 Mazda MAZDA6 concept

The new 2013 Mazda6 has been rumored to be taking a similar look to the Mazda Takeri that was shown last year and the Tokyo Motor Show.  This article from CAR Magazine called Mazda6 (2013) - full scoop on new family car goes deeper into the details.

 

By Tim Pollard (artist's impressions by Christian Schulte)

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31 May 2012 09:40

 

Mazda is about to inject some concept car fizz into its 6 range – 2013’s new family car will draw heavily on the swoopy Takeri concept car shown at last autumn’s Tokyo motor show. Only minor details such as handles and mirrors will change, as depicted by CAR’s artist’s impressions.

But it’s not just a sassy new style that makes us sit up and take notice of the new Mazda 6. It’s the second production car borne out of the firm’s new SkyActiv engineering philosophy: carrying on from where the Gram strategy shaved every last ounce from the MX-5, Mazda now builds all its road cars to the weight-obsessed SkyActiv blueprint.

 

Mazda 6: the Skyactiv tech

It brings a lightweight modular architecture and a suite of clean petrol and diesel engines – which Mazda claims are nearly as frugal as hybrids without a bulky EV battery in sight. The Takeri’s 2.2 turbodiesel spat out 173bhp and 310lb ft, yet Mazda claimed just 104g/km of CO2.

Such cleanliness should be achievable on the new 6 since it’ll sport SkyActiv staples such as stop/start, low-friction components and regenerative braking. Dubbed i-ELOOP, this braking system harnesses energy when you dab the brakes and stores it in a capacitor to run the car’s electric systems. This saves battery drain and is claimed to stretch combined fuel economy by up to 10%.

Mazda 6 lands at the 2012 Paris motor show

Expect to see the new Mazda 6 at the Paris motor show this autumn – pointing to availability at UK dealers early in 2013. Two bodystyles will again be offered – a five-door hatchback or a sleek tourer – and we’d predict prices to kick off at around £18,500 for the base models.

Mazda might be losing money globally, but it’s trying to build its way out of a hole with new product to lure customers away from mainstream brands Ford and Vauxhall – and mid-market types such as Volkswagen and Honda.

The new CX-5 launching this summer is the first of a glut of newcomers: the 6 arrives next and by 2016 every model in the range will have been replaced.

 

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Cinco de Mayo Recipes!

One thing that we all look forward to at Cinco de Mayo parties, is the FOOD! So we set out to find some of the most delicious looking recipes to share with you! Hope you all have a great Cinco de Mayo!
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Watermelon Salsa

Ingredients

• 2 cups finely chopped seeded watermelon (do not puree)
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained well
• 1 cup sweet onion, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco, or to taste

Directions

1. Stir the watermelon, pineapple, and onion together with the cilantro, orange juice, and hot sauce in a bowl. Cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Catherine's Spicy Chicken Soup

Ingredients

• 2 quarts water
• 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons dried parsley
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 5 cubes chicken bouillon
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 2 (16 ounce) cans chili beans, undrained
• 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine water, chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, parsley, onion powder and bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 1 hour, or until chicken juices run clear. Remove chicken, reserve broth. Shred chicken.
2. In a large pot over medium heat, cook onion and garlic in olive oil until slightly browned. Stir in salsa, diced tomatoes, whole tomatoes, tomato soup, chili powder, corn, chili beans, sour cream, shredded chicken and 5 cups broth. Simmer 30 minutes.

Mexican Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 clove crushed garlic
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1 dash hot pepper sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine beans, bell peppers, frozen corn, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, salt, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and black pepper. Season to taste with hot sauce and chili powder.
3. Pour olive oil dressing over vegetables; mix well. Chill thoroughly, and serve cold.

Margaritas

Ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate
• 6 fluid ounces tequila
• 2 fluid ounces triple sec

Directions

1. Fill blender with crushed ice. Pour in limeade concentrate, tequila and triple sec. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.

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