http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/mazda3-is-best-in-class-in-jd-power-survey/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/mazda3-is-best-in-class-in-jd-power-survey/Mazda3 was awarded first place in the all-important European compact class on the latest customer satisfaction study conducted by the US research institute J.D. Power. In the largest survey of Germany's automobile market, Mazda3 scored 85.6 percent for overall customer satisfaction - ahead of the Mercedes A-Class with 84.8 percent and the Hyundai i30, which scored 84 percent. Customer...2010-06-25T10:00:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/grannell-motors-announces-rnli-crew-training-fundraising-programme/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/grannell-motors-announces-rnli-crew-training-fundraising-programme/- €6,000 Donation to Crew Training in Wexford RNLI Station - Launch of the Mazda JET Ski Challenge with a target to raise a further €10,000 for crew training at the five RNLI Stations based in Co. Wexford - Free Car Wash from Grannell Motors for each individual who donates to the RNLI Grannell Motors, Wexford's Mazda Dealer, today announced an exciting new fundraising partnership with the RNLI...2010-06-16T11:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mx-5/mazda-mx-5-rated-best-sports-car-in-jd-power-survey/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mx-5/mazda-mx-5-rated-best-sports-car-in-jd-power-survey/The world's best-selling roadster, the Mazda MX-5, has added another accolade to its many awards by earning the title of 'Best Sports car' in the highly-regarded 2010 JD Power vehicle ownership satisfaction survey, published last week. In total more than 17,000 car owners across the UK took part in the annual survey. Owners of Mazda's iconic two-seater sportscar gave their cars top-scores for...2010-06-16T10:00:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/mazda6-estate-awarded-best-estate-car-2010/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/mazda6-estate-awarded-best-estate-car-2010/An award-winning combination of driver appeal, lifestyle, versatility and workhorse practicality has enabled the Mazda6 2.2 litre diesel Estate to be named 'Best Estate Car' in the 2010 Fleet World Honours . The award completes a stunning quartet of titles for the Mazda6 Estate, which earlier this year won 'Best Estate Car' awards from both Fleet News and What Car? Magazines and was named...2010-05-25T14:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/new-mazda6-on-sale-in-ireland/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/new-mazda6-on-sale-in-ireland/- Available in four specification grades: Executive, Executive SE, Sport and Z-sport - Sportier exterior design with higher quality, premium interior - Ride comfort, ride handling and NVH* have been greatly improved. - Prices from €26,485** - 2.2L Diesel Engine available in 129ps and 180ps power outputs - 2.2L Diesel 129ps lower CO2 emissions now falls into Road Tax Band B (€156) Since the laun...2010-05-18T14:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/mazda2-sensu-a-lot-more-car-for-less-than-you-think-/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/mazda2-sensu-a-lot-more-car-for-less-than-you-think-/Irish car buyers this year are looking to purchase more fuel efficient vehicles with lower running costs. Just under half of all cars sold so far in this year slot into C02 Band B. While the trend is towards purchasing a smaller car, it does not mean you have to compromise on practicality and driving performance. One of the stars of this segment has been the stylish Mazda2. Mazda, with its...2010-05-10T11:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/irelands-love-affair-with-the-mazda3-saloon/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/irelands-love-affair-with-the-mazda3-saloon/Ireland's Love Affair with the Mazda3 Saloon Irish drivers really do love their saloons. While our counterparts on mainland Europe prefer hatchback and estate models, the humble saloon has traditionally been seen as the default choice. A good looking saloon car can look more premium, they have large boots, and they appear to give a more substantial road presence. We just can't get enough of the...2010-04-07T16:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/technology/tmc-and-mazda-agree-to-hybrid-system-technology-license/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/technology/tmc-and-mazda-agree-to-hybrid-system-technology-license/Hiroshima, 29 March 2010. Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Mazda Motor Corporation have reached an agreement on the supply under license of hybrid technology used in the Toyota Prius. Leveraging this agreement, Mazda plans to combine the hybrid system with its next-generation SKY  engine that is currently under development, and develop and manufacture a hybrid vehicle in Japan. Mazda is aimin...2010-03-29T16:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/mazda6-is-family-car-and-estate-car-of-the-year-2010/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/mazda6-is-family-car-and-estate-car-of-the-year-2010/The Mazda6 has been crowned both 'Family Car' and 'Estate Car of the Year 2010' at the prestigious annual What Car? awards. The Mazda6 impressed a panel of three judges with its performance, reliability and affordability after evaluating three cars in the 'Family Car' and 'Estate Car' category. The new model's extra space and clever mechanisms 'dazzled' panel judge Barnaby Jones and beat off...2010-02-26T16:30:00ZMazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/mazda-zoom-zoom-into-2010-with-the-announcement-of-new-north-west-dealer-partner/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/mazda-zoom-zoom-into-2010-with-the-announcement-of-new-north-west-dealer-partner/Mazda Motor Ireland is delighted to welcome McGinley Motors, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal to its dealer network. McGinley Motors were established over 27 years ago and is one of the foremost motor dealers in the North West with a long tradition of excellence and commitment to customer service and retention. This strategic addition to the existing Mazda dealer network strengthens the Mazda brand in...2010-02-04T11:30:00ZMazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/mazda-zoom-zoom-into-2010-with-the-announcement-of-new-dublin-dealer-partner/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/mazda-zoom-zoom-into-2010-with-the-announcement-of-new-dublin-dealer-partner/Mazda Motor Ireland is delighted to welcome Stuarts Garage in Tallaght, Dublin 24 to its dealer network. One of Ireland’s best known franchise dealers, Stuarts was set up over 50 years ago and is now Ireland’s largest Land Rover specialist. A family run business under the management of David Stuart, this dealership has stood the test of time by offering excellent product ranges and service to i...2010-01-25T11:30:00ZMazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/scrappage-just-got-sporty-3500-off-a-new-mazda2/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/scrappage-just-got-sporty-3500-off-a-new-mazda2/Customers can save up to €3,500 off the price of a new Mazda 2 resulting in an incredible entry price of just €10,995 (3 Door Comfort Model). Considering that the Mazda 2 was voted as the 2008 World Car of the Year, and has a maximum five star rating from Europe NCAP, this is an offer that any prospective new car buyer would be crazy to overlook. For only an additional €800, you can upgrade to...2010-01-06T11:30:00ZMazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/ireland-makes-its-mark-by-going-on-a-date-with-jedward/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/ireland-makes-its-mark-by-going-on-a-date-with-jedward/As the world has been locked in emergency environmental discussions, Ireland has voiced as a nation how it would make its mark on the world: by going out with Irish, X-Factor favourites, Jedward! Mazda, though its nationwide dealership network, asked members of the public what mark they would make on the world if they could, to celebrate the launch of the all-new Mazda3. Over 500 participated a...2010-01-06T11:30:00ZMazda Ireland2010http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/new-mazda3-scores-a-maximum-five-stars-on-euro-ncap-safety-test/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda3/new-mazda3-scores-a-maximum-five-stars-on-euro-ncap-safety-test/The new Mazda3 has been awarded the five-star maximum rating by the European New Car Assessment Programme* (Euro NCAP) on its 2009 combined safety performance test. For 2009, Euro NCAP has implemented a new evaluation system that awards a single overall vehicle safety rating combining the scores achieved in four areas of assessment: Adult Occupant Protection, Child Protection, Pedestrian...2009-12-02T10:00:00ZMazda Ireland2009http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mx-5/mx-5-roadster-of-the-year-2009/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mx-5/mx-5-roadster-of-the-year-2009/The iconic Mazda MX-5 has gone and collected yet another award with the New Car - Car Buyers Guide voting it the 2009 Roadster of the Year. "Year after year, the MX-5 keeps cropping up as the best Roadster across various different countries and publications, and there is no exception here...it certainly is one of the most enjoyable to drive, and now it comes with a choice of soft-top or folding...2009-06-05T10:00:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2009http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/mazda6-claims-top-spot-in-2009-fleet-awards/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/mazda6-claims-top-spot-in-2009-fleet-awards/The Mazda6 has been named 'Best Large Family Car' at the 2009 Fleet News Awards. Beating off stiff competition from the other finalists for the Large Family Car of the Year title - the Honda Accord and Toyota Avensis - this latest accolade is further confirmation from motor industry professionals that the Mazda6 delivers the complete package of reliability, build quality and driveability. The...2009-04-02T10:00:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2009http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/five-stars-for-mazda6-in-euro-ncap-safety-test/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda6/five-stars-for-mazda6-in-euro-ncap-safety-test/Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that the new Mazda6 has just been awarded the five-star maximum rating by the European New Car Assessment Programme* (Euro NCAP) in its 2009 combined safety performance test. For 2009, Euro NCAP has implemented a new assessment system that awards a single overall vehicle safety rating composed from scores achieved in four areas of assessment: Adult Occupant...2009-02-24T16:14:00ZMazda Ireland2009http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/mazda2-achieves-remarkable-82mpg-in-recent-irish-economy-run-/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/mazda2-achieves-remarkable-82mpg-in-recent-irish-economy-run-/A team of drivers in the Mazda/Topaz Drive Safe, Drive Smart campaign have achieved an amazing 3.4l/100kms (82 miles per gallon) in a road test aimed at highlighting the benefits of driving safely and more fuel efficiently. The team of Johnny Horan and Alastair Lindsey achieved the hugely impressive figures in a 1.3l petrol Mazda2 on a 106.2 Kilometre route between Kill in Co Kildare and...2008-10-31T15:20:00ZMazda Ireland2008http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/concept_cars/mazda-kazamai-concept-to-premiere-at-moscow-international-automobile-salon-2008/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/concept_cars/mazda-kazamai-concept-to-premiere-at-moscow-international-automobile-salon-2008/Mazda will unveil a sporty, compact crossover concept vehicle, Mazda Kazamai, at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) on August 26. Kazamai, which means "swirling crosswinds" in Japanese, expresses the powerful yet nimble image of a stylish and compact crossover. The concept is based on Mazda's long-term vision for technology development, Sustainable Zoom-Zoom, which aims to provide...2008-07-15T00:00:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2008http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/press_reviews/2008-jd-power-study-confirms-mazda-owners-some-of-germanys-happiest/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/press_reviews/2008-jd-power-study-confirms-mazda-owners-some-of-germanys-happiest/Leverkusen, 2nd July 2008. Mazda is one of Europe's fastest-growing car brands and a key to this success is the high quality and reliability of Mazda vehicles, combined with superior service. This was confirmed once again on the latest J.D. Power and Associate's 2008 Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) for Germany, Europe's largest economy. The study - which polled nearly 20,000 Germans who own...2008-07-02T11:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2008http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/awards/mazda-named-best-carmaker-in-which-awards/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/awards/mazda-named-best-carmaker-in-which-awards/Dublin, June 30th, 2008 -- Mazda has scooped the coveted honour of 'Best Carmaker' at the second annual Which? Awards, which recognise the companies and individuals that best serve the interests of consumers. Similarly the Which? Awards are a celebration of good practice and good products that succeed in meeting consumers' expectations. In the closely-fought battle for the prestigious Best...2008-06-30T11:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2008http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/the-all-new-mazda2-three-door-stylish-sporty-and-more-affordable/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/the-all-new-mazda2-three-door-stylish-sporty-and-more-affordable/Mazda2 three-door priced from €14,495* Three specification grades: Comfort, Comfort SE & Touring Stylish three-door model accentuates the sharp and sporty design language of the Mazda2 range Mazda2 three-door is even lighter (up to 10 kg, depending on engine) than the lightweight five-door ensuring low C02, excellent fuel efficiency and pin-sharp driving dynamics. Affordable running costs: year...2008-06-09T11:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2008http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/mazda-motor-ireland-announce-1st-july-price-changes/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/mazda_corporate/mazda-motor-ireland-announce-1st-july-price-changes/Retail Price reduction on 30 models across the major model ranges: Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5 & Mazda6 New models price savings attributed to weight saving strategy during development of new models; ensuring low C02 emission and beneficial fuel economy Mazda2 diesel and petrol models in lowest VRT bands A&B respectively Thirty of Mazda Motor Ireland's most popular models will undergo significant VR...2008-05-27T11:30:00+01:00Mazda Ireland2008http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/new-mazda2-earns-5-star-ranking-from-euro-ncap/http://www.mazda.ie/aboutmazda/news/models/mazda2/new-mazda2-earns-5-star-ranking-from-euro-ncap/The European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) has awarded the all-new Mazda2 five stars for adult occupant protection. Thanks to a lightweight, but strong body using high and ultra high tensile steels, the new Mazda2 proved itself amongst the bests in the segment on Euro NCAP crash tests. It scored an impressive total of 34 points for adult protection and the highest possible ranking of...2007-12-19T11:30:00ZMazda Ireland2007