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10 Tips for Driving in the Rain

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:01:34 -0500

Looks like we will be having some rain for the next few days. It is best to make sure that you are prepared before you hit those slippery roads. Here are some tips we found most helpful in this situation.

In stormy conditions, it is more difficult to see other vehicles, road signs and the road itself. It is critical to make sure you can see and be seen.

First and foremost: slow down! It takes longer to stop or adjust in wet weather.
Replace old or brittle wipers.
Check your tires on a regular basis. Bald tires significantly reduce your traction on wet roadways, and offer little resistance to hydroplaning. When your tires run over water, the water is displaced and it needs somewhere to go quickly. The best place is between the treads of your tires. If your tires are bald, the water has no place to go and you end up riding on a layer of water, like a boat.
Stay toward the middle lanes - water tends to pool in the outside lanes.
Stay at least 2 car lengths behind the vehicle driving ahead of you. The roads are more slippery while wet. If you have to make a sudden stop, you will have a less chance of bumping into the back of the cars in front of you.
Turn your headlights on even in a light rain, or in gloomy, foggy or overcast conditions. Not only do they help you see the road, but they’ll help other drivers see you. If your car has daytime running lights you still should put them on, so vehicles behind you can see you better.
When driving through a puddle of uncertain depth, go slow. If it’s deeper than the bottom of your doors, turn around and find another route. Deep water can cause serious damage to a modern car’s electrical system.
Avoid splashing pedestrians.
Rain or high humidity can quickly cause windows to mist up inside the car. In a car equipped with air conditioning, turn up the heat and direct the airflow to your defrosters with the AC switch engaged
Never drive beyond the limits of visibility. At night rainy roads become especially treacherous. The glare of oncoming lights, amplified by the rain on your windscreen, can cause temporary loss of visibility while substantially increasing driver fatigue. In rainy conditions pedestrians, livestock, and wildlife are extremely hard to spot and even harder to avoid.

Please keep these tips in mind and drive safely!

Ford's 100 Hour Year End Sales Event

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 13:45:01 -0500

Where did the year go!? 2012 is coming to a close, and so it is time to plan for the New Year, 2013! Maybe you have a New Year’s resolution to be a little more green? Or you’re just looking to trade up that old ride for something HOT! Take a look at the awesome deals we have for you during our Year End Sales Event from today until 1/2/13! Just picture it - driving into the new year behind the wheel of a brand new 2013 Ford Mustang…

If you have any questions about service, financing a vehicle, or any questions in general please feel free to Contact Us. We would be more than happy to answer any and all of your questions.

Mazda Manager's Specials!

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 13:34:54 -0500

Mazda Manager’s Specials!

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2012 Mazda Summer Drive Event!

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 19:29:00 -0400

Don’t miss some of the GREAT deals on the lastest Mazdas here at Antelope Valley Mazda during the Mazda Summer Drive Event! 0% APR for 60 months on the 2012 Mazda CX-9 or 0% APR on the 2012 Mazda3 i Grand Touring and more! You don’t want to miss it! Take this summer to drive in a brand new Mazda3 or Mazda CX-9! Just call us at 888-366-2721 with any questions you may have or to schedule a test drive today! Or visit us at our Mazda showroom! Hurry! The event is only for a limited time! Hope to see you soon!

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Anti Theft Tips

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:30:59 -0400

#1: Never park in a dark or secluded area, especially if you plan on leaving your vehicle for a long period of time. Car thieves look for vehicles that appear to be in disuse so either park your car in an attended area or remove the battery to disable it and prevent a quick getaway.

#2: Vehicles that do not have an activated or visible alarm system are easy targets. Many cars come with anti-theft systems but their owners do not have it activated. Simply make sure that you activate your alarm system and thieves will steer clear.

#3: Keep all of your valuables hidden from sight in your vehicle. If you have something of importance in your car such as electronics then either stash them in your trunk or hide them from plain view. They’re easy to steal and easy to wipe clean and sell so just don’t take the risk. Even leaving charging cables can indicate to thieves that you may have something of greater value in your vehicle so hide everything!

If you keep these anti-theft tips in mind next time you’re leaving your car somewhere then you can prevent the theft of your vehicle. So stay aware and be smart about it!

In the Show Room: 427 Shelby Cobra

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:30:54 -0400

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Mazda Show Room: 2012 Mazda2

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:39:09 -0400

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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

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 18:07:15 -0400

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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.

Manger's Special- 2012 Mazda2

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 18:18:25 -0400

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.

* EPA-estimated highway mileage for MAZDA2 with manual transmission. Actual results may vary.

Learn More »

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.

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New Children's Center!

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 18:41:09 -0400

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Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE A kid’s center has been recently added to the store with coloring, games, and many toys! Now your kids will have something to occupy their time in our new Children’s Center while the grown-ups talk!

How To Wash and Wax Your Car

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:11:24 -0400

It may seem counterintuitive, but frequently washing and waxing your vehicle is the best way to maintain its exterior paint finish for years to come, regardless of the constant wiping and rubbing it entails — and only as long as you’re using the right products in the correct order. This article from Edmunds.com helps explain the process of washing and waxing your car to keep that showroom color.

No matter which stage you’re at in the car wash and wax process, it’s always best to have the car parked in a cool, shady place.

If the water you’re using to wash the car is hard — meaning that it contains a lot of minerals — it will leave spots on the paint’s finish when it evaporates. That happens more quickly in hot sunlight. And although many modern, synthetic polymer-based car waxes are sun-friendly since they won’t dry too quickly and become difficult to remove, you’ll expend less effort if you use them on a cool surface. For best results, the car’s surface should be no more than warm to the touch.

Be sure to have a good stock of microfiber towels on hand for washing and drying the car, and for applying and removing car wax and related car-care products.

A microfiber towel is gentler to a car’s finish than a cotton towel or chamois, which could mar the finish, creating slight scratches or ruts that accumulate over time. Microfiber towels require special care, however. Wash them separately from all other laundry and especially not with linty cotton towels. Use hot water and don’t use fabric softener. Run them through at least one additional rinse cycle in the washing machine. Then dry them on a low-heat setting. Finally, stop using them on painted or glass surfaces when they begin to show their age by, for example, shedding lint. Instead, use them for polishing wheels and, later, for polishing stainless exhaust pipe tips.

Keep the car’s paint in showroom condition through a four-step process: washing, cleaning, polishing and waxing.

It’s important to use the correct products at the correct stages. This will prevent unnecessary damage to your car’s finish.

Washing
The most critical of the four steps is washing, which removes the loose contaminants that gradually accumulate on the surface of the finish, creating a gritty residue that could cause scratches in later steps if it’s not removed properly first. This requires a genuine car wash product, such as Meguiar’s Gold Class Car Wash, Mothers California Gold Carnauba Wash and Wax or Turtle Wax ICE Premium Care Car Wash. These products are pH-balanced and formulated to loosen and lift surface contaminants without stripping away waxes.

You should avoid normal dish soap, laundry soap and household cleaners. They are designed to remove and dissolve grease and oil, and they will strip away the waxes and in some instances could damage the car’s finish.

Wash the car thoroughly, working from the top down and utilizing a lamb’s wool or microfiber washing mitt. Professional car detailers prefer these because the nap of the lamb’s wool or microfiber draws the dirt particles away from the paint. Re-dip the mitt in the bucket after each panel of the car is washed. That cleans the mitt and ensures that you’re again working with fresh suds.

For soft convertible tops, dip a soft bristle brush in the suds and work the dirt out of the grain using small, circular strokes. If the top is heavily soiled or stained, use a product designed for convertible tops, such as Meguiar’s Convertible Top Cleaner. These products are pH-balanced to safely lift dirt from cloth and vinyl tops without damaging the stitching.

Dry the car thoroughly with a soft, absorbent waffle-weave microfiber drying towel.

Experts recommend washing a car this way weekly.

For casual touch-ups between washes, you can use a spray-on product called a detailer (such as Meguiar’s Ultimate Quik Detailer, Mothers California Gold Showtime Instant Detailer and Turtle Wax ICE Premium Care Spray Detailer). Detailer products slough off light surface dirt, but don’t offer any protection.

Cleaning the Gunk
Next, inspect the paint, searching for above-the-surface bonded contaminants such as a thin film of tree sap, bird droppings or pollen and below-the-surface defects such as swirls, oxidation caused by the sun’s ultraviolet radiation or etching from acid rain.

Lightly sweep your flat hand along the paint. If it does not feel as smooth as glass, you have above-the-surface contaminants. A clay bar designed for car care (such as the one included in Meguiar’s Smooth Surface Clay Kit or in Mothers California Gold Clay Bar Kit) is mildly abrasive to shear off and remove these contaminants. It should be the first product you use to try to remove them. Rub it over the affected area, kneading and turning it to expose a clean area when necessary.

For below-the-surface defects, you can use a cleaner with mild abrasives (such as Meguiar’s Ultimate Compound or Mothers California Gold Pure Polish). Use a microfiber-covered or foam applicator pad to apply it, using small circular, overlapping strokes. Never use hard pressure.

Cleaning a section of the vehicle at a time, remove the cleaner with a microfiber towel that you’ve folded into fourths. Use one side to break up and wipe away the hazy product, then flip the towel over to a clean side to remove any additional residue. Your paint should now feel smooth and should be free of swirls and defects.

If upon the initial inspection you do not find any defects — either above or below the surface — you can skip the cleaning step altogether and go straight to polishing and waxing. However, experts say that use of a clay bar probably will be necessary every six months.

Polishing
Polishes and glazes add luster but do not protect the finish, so using them is entirely optional, especially since clear-coat finishes are highly resistant to oxidation. Even years-old cars generally retain their shine today.

Nevertheless, products such as Meguiar’s Ultimate Polish and Mothers California Gold Micro-Polishing Glaze can restore the natural oils your paint once had, making the car’s surface more reflective and shiny. Using a polish or glaze once a year may be helpful. Although light-colored paints such as white, silver and tan may not display much change, darker colors such as black, burgundy and navy blue will reflect light like a mirror after proper polishing.

As you did during the cleaning process, apply the polish or glaze by hand, using small circular, overlapping strokes with a microfiber-covered or foam applicator pad on one section of the car at a time, removing the polish with a microfiber towel after the product becomes hazy. Don’t allow the polish to dry completely. Trying to remove dry polish will almost certainly result in scratches to the finish.

Waxing
For protection, you need to apply a car wax, and experts recommend that this be done at least every three months. However, there are varieties of wax that can be used much more frequently. If you’re really obsessive, some can be used as often as every few days.

The newest synthetic polymer-based waxes — such as Meguiar’s Ultimate Wax, Mothers California Gold Synthetic Wax and Turtle Wax ICE Premium Care Liquid Wax — generally provide longer-lasting protection and are easier to use in the sun than older-style carnauba-based waxes such as Meguiar’s Gold Class Carnauba Plus Wax and Mothers California Gold Pure Brazilian Carnauba Wax.

Normally, the newer liquid or paste waxes provide the longest-lasting protection — usually three or four months if the car is kept in a garage and not exposed to a harsh environment.

When applying a liquid or paste wax, you’ll use the same technique: small, circular, overlapping strokes, using a microfiber-covered or foam applicator pad and working one section of the vehicle at a time. As in the other steps, remove the wax with a microfiber towel that you’ve folded into fourths, using one side to break the waxy surface, then flipping the towel over to a clean side to remove any additional residue.

Spray waxes such as Meguiar’s Ultimate Quik Wax, Mothers California Gold Spray Wax and Turtle Wax ICE Premium Care Spray Wax are designed for quick application but generally don’t offer the same long-lasting protection as the liquids or pastes. Experts say that spray waxes should be used as a booster between the quarterly applications of the liquid or paste waxes. Some car-care experts recommend using these spray waxes as often as twice per week. Some say once a month is sufficient.

A Special Caution on Matte Finishes
Except for washing with a car wash product, nothing should be done to or applied to a car covered in a matte paint with a flat finish, such as Mercedes-Benz’s “designo Magno” series. These matte paints also can be cleaned in a brushless automated car wash as long as the machine does not apply any shine agents. And as with a car that sports a glossy finish, it is important to clean bird droppings, tree sap and other surface contaminants from a matte paint finish immediately.

Your Car Wax Mileage May Vary
Despite their suggestions for how often owners should clean and wax, product manufacturers won’t make any firm promises for how long any of their products will actually protect a vehicle.

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Dads and Grads Special Event!

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 16:55:09 -0400

This weekend!

Food Truck Frenzy!

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 17:23:59 -0400

Check out some of the food trucks that will be here on Saturday, June 30th, 11am to 4pm!

Trailer Park Truck
Trailer Park Truck is about great food and good times.

Fried food, burgers, waffles, mac n’ cheese

Maui Wowi
Maui Wowi Hawaiian is proud to serve the most delicious, healthy all-natural smoothies and coffees from the islands of Hawaii.

Kabob Express
Mexican/Mediterranean Fusion

The freshest homemade “Mexi-terranean” flavors everyday all throughout the Los Angeles area!

Del’s Frozen Lemonade

Del’s Los Angeles is bringing Rhode Island’s famous Del’s soft frozen Italian fruit ice to southern California. Del’s fruit ice is made from a secret recipe of filtered water, fruit and sugar. This proven recipe consistently produces a high quality, delicious product.

The Fry Girl
Fried desserts i.e. donuts, apple fries

Making delectable, fun and as ‘healthy as possible’ fried foods at events is what The Fry Girl Inc. is known for throughout Hollywood and surrounding communities.

Gourmet Genie
The Gourmet Genie’s wholesome Mediterranean fare is halal, kosher and organic, and includes such staples as hummus and couscous but is probably most popular for the gourmet fusion tacos and pita wrap sandwiches.

The Bun Truck

The Bun Truck is a gourmet food truck in the Los Angeles-area serving Korean-Mediterranean Fusion.

On the Lot: 2013 Lincoln MKS

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 18:42:09 -0400

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Lincoln MKS Performance: The available EcoBoost® V8 engine combines direct-injection technology and twin turbochargers to provide the performance of a V8 plus the fuel economy of a V6. EcoBoost generates 365 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque (with premium fuel) while delivering an EPA-estimated 17 city/25 hwy/20 combined mpg, AWD.
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Lincoln MKS Design: Intelligent Access with push-button start is a Lincoln MKS standard feature. With the key fob with you, in your pocket, purse or briefcase, just open the driver’s door. Once inside, press the brake pedal and then the start button, shift into gear and go. It’s so easy and convenient, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without it. Learn More »

Lincoln MKS Technology: Now you can personalize your driving experience from entertainment to climate with simple voice commands, intuitive touch-screen controls or customizable cluster screens right in front of you.
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Lincoln MKS Luxury: Both driver and front passenger relax in the heated or cooled front seats with three temperature settings each. A thermal engine, operated independently of the vehicle’s climate control system, heats or cools the air and then circulates it through the perforated cushion and seat back. Heated rear outboard seats with two temperature settings are available. Learn More »

The Perfect Car for the College Graduate

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 16:42:24 -0400

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An article from TotalCarScore.com identifies the top 10 best cars for college graduates, and right up at the top of the class is the Ford Focus. The 2012 Ford Focus pulled several all-nighters studying and scored well on the test for several reasons.

One of the reasons the Ford Focus scored well is the price. We all know how expensive tuition and books can be and that the vast majority of college grads walk off the graduation stage with a diploma and lots of debt. Grads are going to need a car to get them off to that new job and chances are your old high school chariot probably doesn’t have much life left in it. The 2012 Ford Focus is very affordable while you’re working off those student loans.

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Focus Performance: Forget fun to drive. Bumper cars are fun to drive. The 2012 Focus has an intense side that comes out when you push the start button. It comes with an all-new chassis and suspension that’s tighter and better than ever, and a new cornering assist system that puts the torque where the traction is. We took some very sweet performance technology and put it at your finger tips. Available spring 2011. Learn More »

Focus Design: If our designers were cubists, the 2012 Focus might have turned out boxy. Clearly, they are not. Instead, they created a shape, and shapes within that shape. The belt line is actually several belt lines, shifting into a Z-shaped pattern that gives the Focus muscular shoulders over its wheels. It’s kinetic design. It makes the car look like it’s in motion even when it’s parked. This is a car that looks coiled and ready to spring. So go ahead. Get in. And start more than a car. Available spring 2011.Learn More »

Focus Technology: Focus has the technological mastery to keep you connected to the rest of the world. The big news this year is the class-exclusive availability of MyFord Touch™ technology.* It’s done for the car what touch did for the phone. A simple intuitive touch screen that lets you control your navigation, phone and entertainment. Steering wheel mounted controls with a display in the cluster right in front of you let you control additional functions without taking your hands off the wheel or turning your head. Oh, but there’s more. So much more. Available spring 2011. Learn More »

*Class is Small Sedans and Hatchbacks

Focus Interior: It’s easy to imagine yourself a fighter pilot driving the 2012 Focus. The cockpit just feels like something you fly, not drive. Everything you need is in there, but it’s hardly dry and utilitarian. It’s a hundred little reasons to say, “ooh.” Available spring 2011. Learn More »

2013 Mazda MAZDA6 concept

Thu, 31 May 2012 14:30:29 -0400

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)

Spy shots

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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In the Show Room: Ford Taurus

Tue, 29 May 2012 18:18:20 -0400

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Today in the AV Ford Show Room, we have the Ford Taurus in Ginger Ale. More information and pictures can be seen at here.

Taurus Design: With chiseled good looks from every angle, the new Taurus appears more aggressive and assertive than ever. Sharp, clean lines accentuate the new hood design, drawing your eye to the bold new grille. You can sense immediately from the design of a great car what you’re about to experience at the wheel. The new Ford Taurus.
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Taurus Technology: SYNC® with MyFord Touch®* lets you customize systems like climate controls and available voice-activated Navigation System, your mobile phone and music library in a way you’ve never before experienced. BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert* lets you know when a vehicle is in your blind spot or is approaching when you’re slowly backing out of a parking space. Adaptive cruise control* automatically slows your Taurus when traffic ahead slows down. And there’s active park assist* that takes the dread out of parallel parking. Innovative Ford technology. Making life on the road easier. Learn More »

*Available feature.

Taurus Performance: Advanced Ford powertrain technology comes in not two, but three Taurus engine choices for 2013. The new 2.0L EcoBoost® option delivers high 4-cylinder fuel efficiency* while generating V6 power. The standard 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 is now equipped with the performance and efficiency benefits of direct injection and twin-independent variable camshaft timing. And there’s the Taurus SHO with its 3.5L EcoBoost engine and unique sport-tuned suspension system – an exhilarating experience for the driving enthusiast who craves V8 power but desires V6 economy.** Advanced engineering also improves steering and braking to make Taurus agile and easy to control. Learn More »

*Projected 22 city/32 hwy mpg – 2.0L EcoBoost® engine. Ford preliminary data. Pending EPA certification.
** EPA-estimated 17city/25 highway mpg EcoBoost AWD.

Taurus Interior: What does it take to create an interior with outstanding craftsmanship? It’s having an obsessive attention to the generous level of amenities you expect, as well as an exceptional level of quality. It’s going the extra mile – and beyond whenever possible – to exceed your expectations. This is the price of admission to producing a premium-class car. Now step inside the new 2013 Ford Taurus. Learn More »

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Mazda Military Appreciation Bonus Program

Fri, 25 May 2012 16:42:39 -0400

Active Military can get $500 BONUS CASH toward the purchase or lease of a new Mazda!

This offer is for a limited time, so visit or Mazda dealer today!

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MEMORIAL DAY SELL-A-THON

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:27:45 -0400

During this Memorial Day, you’ll get up to an extra $1,500 trade-in assistance or get 0% for 60 months on popular Ford Models.

SALE ENDS THURSDAY!

Call (888) 290-4191 for more information.

Robots Build Ford Escape Safer, More Efficiently.

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:51:12 -0400

Down at the Louisville, Kentucky assembly plant, Ford assembly technicians have joined forces with a team of more than 700 robots to build the new 2013 Ford Escape. The article “Robots Build Ford Escape Safer, More Efficiently” from Ford In The News goes into more details. Take a look:

Ford is once again showing off its technological prowess, this time by building the next-generation Escape with a next-generation approach to manufacturing—and a team of more than 700 robots. These “workers” at Ford’s Louisville (Kentucky) Assembly Plant are vital to making sure the new Escape meets customer demands for high quality, particular in terms of fit and finish.

For example, some of the robots leverage the latest laser-guided, camera-enabled technologies to discover—and fix—even tiny deviations in body-panel gaps on the new Escape. Not only is the result more pleasing to the eye, but it’s more pleasing to the ear, too, since tight gaps help cut down on wind noise.

“The ability of the machines to register any difference in each vehicle on the line improves our quality by providing a custom-like build,” said Escape engineer Thomas Burns.

The technology also is making a big difference in the paint shop, where 88 new robots apply both paint and sealer to both the interior and the exterior of the new Escape. Now, since Ford doesn’t have to worry about adjusting airflow and climate control for human painters, the automaker can reduce the energy (and emissions) that traditionally go into building a vehicle like the Escape. It’s safer, too, because people don’t have to worry about being in the same room as potentially dangerous chemicals and paints, and they also can avoid repetitive motions that sometimes lead to injuries.

And remember, those robots—and their hard-working human teammates—are already on the job building the 2013 Ford Escape, which is set to reach dealerships this quarter.

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