Staying Ahead of the Competition

Mazda has been on quite a roll lately, with the Mazda3, Mazda6 and Mazda CX-5 taking center stage. These fun-to-drive, safe, attractive and efficient vehicles are the result of outside-the-box Mazda thinking and a holistic attitude toward vehicle design and engineering. With an impressive list of technologies, Mazda continues to innovate and challenge the status quo, giving drivers all the rewards.

Used on the newest Mazda vehicles––from the Mazda3 and Mazda6 sedans to the CX-5 crossover, and soon to make its way onto the entire lineup––is the all-encompassing Mazda approach to car building using SKYACTIV® technology. SKYACTIV® is employed on everything, from the platforms to the engines and transmission to the regenerative braking systems.

It starts with the SKYACTIV-G engines. Both the four-cylinder SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter engines develop maximum power and fuel efficiency through various features. A high, 13:1 compression ratio that increases both efficiency and torque, advanced direct fuel injection, and a more efficient “4-2-1” exhaust system all create a rewarding driving experience while reducing fuel costs. The transmissions had to match the new engines, so engineers studied all the modern transmissions made and combined the best features of each to develop the SKYACTIV®-Drive six-speed automatic transmission, which shifts quickly and smoothly, and also helps improve fuel efficiency by up to seven percent. Likewise, the SKYACTIV®-MT six-speed manual is an improvement over other manuals, as it is smaller and lighter and has a connected, fun-to-drive nature that drivers crave.

The SKYACTIV® Body and Chassis are foundations of the newest Mazda models, and they accomplish two main goals. The first is weight reduction and the second is enhanced crash test performance. Body rigidity is up by 30 percent and weight has been reduces by up to 220 pounds on the Mazda6, which also helps improve handling and mileage.

In addition to the SKYACTIV® suite of technologies, Mazda employs some of the most cutting edge features in the automotive industry. Among them are the i-ELOOP regenerative braking system and Smart City Brake Support. The i-ELOOP system captures the kinetic energy generated through braking (normally wasted in other cars) and converts it to electricity. That electricity is then used to power some of the electronics, lessening power drain on the engine and improving fuel economy by as much as five percent.

Smart City Brake Support is a safety feature that can bring your Mazda to a complete stop (when you are travelling at speeds between two and 18 mph) to avoid a collision in the event that you fail to stop in time. Using a laser mounted in the front windshield, the system scans the road ahead of you and can both reduce engine power and apply the brakes if the driver fails to take action. Other impressive safety features include Mazda Radar Cruise Control, a Forward Obstruction Warning System, Lane Departure Warning System, and Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps.

The excellence of Mazda vehicles continues to attract the attention of the automotive media; one example is the 2014 Mazda3, which was selected by Car and Driver as one of their “10Best.” The all-new 2016 MX-5 Miata is also is sure to continue the trend when it’s released, as well.

Stop by today to learn more and to experience Mazda technology for yourself.

Mazda Technology

Mazda has been on quite a roll lately, with the MAZDA3, MAZDA6 and MAZDA CX-5 taking center stage. These fun-to-drive, safe, attractive and efficient vehicles are the result of outside-the-box Mazda thinking and a holistic attitude toward vehicle design and engineering. With an impressive list of technologies, Mazda continues to innovate and challenge the status quo, giving drivers all the rewards.

Used on the newest Mazda vehicles––from the MAZDA3 and MAZDA6 sedans to the CX-5 crossover, and soon to make its way onto the entire lineup––is the all-encompassing Mazda approach to car building using SKYACTIV® technology. SKYACTIV® is employed on everything, from the platforms to the engines and transmission to the regenerative braking systems.

It starts with the SKYACTIV-G engines. Both the four-cylinder SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter engines develop maximum power and fuel efficiency through various features. A high, 13:1 compression ratio that increases both efficiency and torque, advanced direct fuel injection, and a more efficient “4-2-1” exhaust system all create a rewarding driving experience while reducing fuel costs. The transmissions had to match the new engines, so engineers studied all the modern transmissions made and combined the best features of each to develop the SKYACTIV®-Drive six-speed automatic transmission, which shifts quickly and smoothly, and also helps improve fuel efficiency by up to seven percent. Likewise, the SKYACTIV®-MT six-speed manual is an improvement over other manuals, as it is smaller and lighter and has a connected, fun-to-drive nature that drivers crave.

The SKYACTIV® Body and Chassis are foundations of the newest Mazda models, and they accomplish two main goals. The first is weight reduction and the second is enhanced crash test performance. Body rigidity is up by 30 percent and weight has been reduces by up to 220 pounds on the MAZDA6, which also helps improve handling and mileage.

In addition to the SKYACTIV® suite of technologies, Mazda employs some of the most cutting edge features in the automotive industry. Among them are the i-ELOOP regenerative braking system and Smart City Brake Support. The i-ELOOP system captures the kinetic energy generated through braking (normally wasted in other cars) and converts it to electricity. That electricity is then used to power some of the electronics, lessening power drain on the engine and improving fuel economy by as much as five percent.

Smart City Brake Support is a safety feature that can bring your Mazda to a complete stop (when you are travelling at speeds between two and 18 mph) to avoid a collision in the event that you fail to stop in time. Using a laser mounted in the front windshield, the system scans the road ahead of you and can both reduce engine power and apply the brakes if the driver fails to take action. Other impressive safety features include Mazda Radar Cruise Control, a Forward Obstruction Warning System, Lane Departure Warning System, and Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps.

The excellence of Mazda vehicles continues to attract the attention of the automotive media; one example is the 2014 MAZDA3, which was selected by Car and Driver as one of their “10Best.” The all-new 2016 MX-5 Miata is also is sure to continue the trend when it’s released, as well.

Stop by today to learn more and to experience Mazda technology for yourself.

Vehicle Details: Mazda Safety Technology

Safety. It’s a concept that Mazda takes seriously, which is why every Mazda vehicle design benefits from years of safety research and development. The foundation of this safety philosophy can be found in i-ACTIVSENSE®, a series of safety technologies that use milliwave radar and cameras, to help the driver recognize potential hazards, and pre-crash innovations, to help avoid collisions or reduce their severity when unavoidable.

Technologies like Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), High-Beam Control (HBC), Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) and Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) can be found on the fully redesigned and award-winning 2014 MAZDA3. AFS points headlights in the direction you steer for better nighttime visibility; the HBC system automatically switches between high and low beams for safer, more comfortable driving; LDWS warns the driver of unintentional lane departures; and SCBS helps reduce the extent of front end collisions when you are traveling between two and 19 mph by engaging an automatic braking system should the driver not brake adequately.

The all-new 2014 MAZDA6 sedan adds available safety technologies that include Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM), which alerts the driver to approaching vehicles during highway driving; Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC), which automatically controls vehicle speed to maintain a safe distance relative to the vehicle ahead, and Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW), which helps the driver avoid hazards with an audible warning when it detects a risk of collision.

Available on the 2014 Mazda CX-5 compact SUV, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) uses motion-detecting technology to warn the driver when a vehicle is positioned in a blind spot. The larger CX-9 utility vehicle can be equipped with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), which warns the driver of pedestrians and other moving objects, a valuable feature when backing out of busy parking lots.

SKYACTIV® is a suite of technologies that make driving more fuel efficient, fun and, of course, safe. Every Mazda vehicle designed with a SKYACTIV-Body features extensive use of high-tensile-strength steel in an exceptionally “straight structure” for increased rigidity, reduces weight and improved handling. The SKYACTIV-Body also better protects occupants in the event of a collision. As an example, the redesigned MAZDA3 body structure is lighter and 30 percent more rigid than its predecessor.

The MAZDA3, MAZDA6 and CX-5 are also among an elite few vehicles that earned a prestigious “2014 Top Safety Pick+” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) due to their superior crash test performance. Having three vehicles meet this rigorous safety standard further illustrates the Mazda commitment to safety in every vehicle they build.

Even technological features are safety oriented. For example, the 2014 MAZDA3 features an all-new “heads-up” infotainment system called MAZDA CONNNECT. Through Bluetooth HandsFree phone and audio and a visible heads-up display on the windshield, MAZDA CONNECT keeps drivers fully connected without them having to take their hands off the wheel or their eyes off the road.

In addition, every vehicle in the Mazda lineup comes with a long list of standard safety features, including six airbags, Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control System (TCS), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH).

Award-winning safety and exhilarating driving performance – those are the promises every Mazda vehicle keeps. If you’re looking for a new family vehicle that puts a priority on safety, stop by today to see and drive the full line of new Mazda vehicles.

This article is presented by Antelope Valley Ford Lincoln Mazda in Lancaster, California.

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