Tag: Mazda

  • Mazda|Personnel Changes

    Mazda Motor Corporation announced the following personnel changes effective August 1, 2024. Naoto Saga has been appointed as Executive Officer and Head of R&D Strategy Planning Division. Tomoaki Matsunobu has been appointed as Head of R&D Strategy Planning Division from Senior Director of Mazda North American Operations. Additionally, Hiroshi Kajiyama will assume the role of…

  • Mazda|Starts Pre-Orders for the Improved “MAZDA3”

    Mazda has started accepting pre-orders for the improved “MAZDA3” through Mazda dealerships nationwide from August 1, 2024. Sales are scheduled to begin in early October 2024. The improvements include a refreshed grade structure, enhanced connected services, and upgraded interior safety features. New grades and special editions have been added to offer a safer and more…

  • Mazda | June and January-June 2024 Production and Sales Results

    Mazda, July 30, 2024 Mazda Motor Corporation announced its production and sales results for June and January-June 2024. In June, global production increased by 3.9% year-on-year, domestic sales decreased by 40.6%, and exports decreased by 4.8%. For the January-June period, global production decreased by 2.9%, domestic sales decreased by 31.2%, and exports decreased by 6.5%.…

  • Mazda | “MAZDA FAN FESTA 2024 IN OKAYAMA” Announcement

    Mazda, July 29, 2024 Mazda Motor Corporation will host the “MAZDA FAN FESTA 2024 IN OKAYAMA” at the Okayama International Circuit on November 9 and 10, 2024. The event commemorates the 35th anniversary of the “Mazda Roadster” with activities such as interactions with historical development chiefs, demonstration runs, and exhibitions of past Roadsters. There will…

  • Mazda Decides on Transition Bond Issuance for Funding

    Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) has decided on the issuance conditions for its transition bond today, based on the “Sustainable Finance Framework.” This transition bond follows the issuance in March 2024 and is structured with 5-year and 10-year terms, totaling 30 billion yen. The funds raised will be used for the development and manufacturing of battery…

  • Mazda|Notification of Disposal of Treasury Shares as Restricted Stock Compensation

    Mazda Motor Corporation July 24, 2024 10:00 Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to dispose of treasury shares as restricted stock compensation. The recipients include directors, executive officers, and fellows, with a total of 194,900 shares valued at 277,440,150 yen. This disposal is part of a system to align with shareholders’ interests and enhance corporate value.…

  • MAZDA|Enhancement and Release of “MAZDA CX-30”

    Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the enhancement and release of the crossover SUV “MAZDA CX-30” on July 18, 2024. The updates include a refreshed model lineup, expanded connected services, and enhanced interior safety features. Six models are available, including the special editions “20S Retro Sports Edition” and “XD Retro Sports Edition.” Source: Mazda (July 18,…

  • Daihatsu Recall Notification

    Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. has notified the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism of a recall for the Gran Max, Toyota Town Ace, and Mazda Bongo. The issue stems from insufficient verification of battery holders, which may cause the battery to move excessively and the holder to detach in the event of a rear…

  • Mazda to Host “MAZDA FAN FESTA 2024 at FUJI SPEEDWAY” – Mazda

    Mazda Motor Corporation will host the “MAZDA FAN FESTA 2024” at Fuji Speedway on October 19 and 20, 2024. The event, expanded to two days, features participatory content such as a demo run of the 1991 Le Mans-winning Mazda 787B and a Mazda car parade run. New additions include rotary engine assembly demonstrations and hands-on…

  • Mazda’s 2025 Regular and 2024 Career Recruitment Plans

    Mazda Motor Corporation announced its 2025 regular and 2024 career recruitment plans, aiming to hire a total of 994 employees across technical and administrative roles. Chief HR Officer Tomiko Takeuchi emphasized creating a fulfilling corporate culture and contributing to solving social issues. Source: Mazda Newsroom (Published on July 1, 2024)