There is no singular answer to the question “How do Mazdas get good fuel economy?”

How Do Mazdas Get Good Fuel Economy?

Drivers who find themselves researching vehicles are likely to place a great deal of weight on the fuel efficiency of each new car, truck, or SUV that finds its way onto their Web browser. If any of those vehicles happen to be a Mazda, the fuel economy figures displayed for any given model may be enough to cause a neck-snapping double take. That’s because the zoom-zoom brand makes use of some integral SkyActiv engineering techniques, the likes of which Mazda of Lodi will highlight in answering the question “How do Mazdas get good fuel economy?” Read the rest of this entry >>

By straightening some of the frame components, Mazda increased rigidity with the SkyActiv vehicle body by 30 percent.

Mazda SkyActiv Vehicle Body

Mazda fans and frequent readers of the Mazda of Lodi blog are likely to know a thing or two about SkyActiv technology. Of course, SkyActiv represents the unique approach to vehicle design that Mazda has devised to bring drivers hybrid-like fuel economy with traditional combustion mechanics. This includes Mazda’s innovative suite of SkyActiv engines, but it also includes much, much more. Read the rest of this entry >>

How Does Smart City Brake Support Work?

There is no doubt that vehicle safety has been serious point of emphasis for automakers—particularly in the last 10 to 15 years. Of course, this isn’t to say that safety has not always been a top priority. It is to say, however, that the changing state of automotive technology has allowed manufacturers to devote more thought and more resources to vehicle safety than ever before. The steady string of TV commercials highlighting lane departure warnings and forward collision alerts makes this abundantly clear. Read the rest of this entry >>

Mazda SkyActiv Transmission

Mazda and the term “SkyActiv” have been married together for a number of years now. In fact, SkyActiv technology is such a common talking point with respect to Mazda that casual listeners may let the term fly in one ear and out the other. The truth is, however, most drivers only understand a portion of what SkyActiv is all about. The technology at work goes well beyond the efficiency of a finely tuned combustion engine—and Mazda of Lodi is here to explain how. Read the rest of this entry >>

Mazda Auto Dimming Mirrors

Many drivers know a friend or a relative who is not particular fond of night-time driving. In fact, many drivers themselves may prefer to do all of their travel while the sun is still high in the sky. Regardless of individual preference, however, every driver is bound to find themselves in a situation where they’ll have to log a few miles in the cool of the evening dusk. Read the rest of this entry >>

Mazda’s second generation SkyActiv engines are set to achieve a 30 percent greater fuel economy.

Mazda SkyActiv 2 Fuel Economy

The introduction of SkyActiv technology pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible with a gasoline combustion engine. At a time when weight reduction was the extent of automakers’ plans to increase fuel efficiency, Mazda not only trimmed some fat off their vehicles, but they also improved transmissions and built an engine capable of running the highest compression ratio of any gas motor in the world. Now in anticipation of the year 2020, they’re prepared to do it all over again. Read the rest of this entry >>

The Mazda CX-5 has one of the best fuel economies for a crossover SUV.

Cars with the Best Fuel Economy

Drivers in every part of the country are on the hunt for the cars with the best fuel economy. The desire for fuel savings reaches drivers of every age and vehicle preference. From compact hatchback drivers to SUV commanders, gas station savings are at the top of everyone’s list.

Searching for the cars with the best fuel economy, however, can get a little tricky. Nearly every automaker’s website will claim some sort of best-in-class in feature. Wading through the pomp and circumstance can be difficult, if not overwhelming. Read the rest of this entry >>