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Don’t tell anyone, but the Street Machine crew have a soft spot for the humble Mazda. We love the giant-killing attitude and simplicity of rotary engine and the cars themselves have been a favourite for engine swaps over the last 40 years.
We’ve featured a stack of them over the years, including John Saad’s Street Machine Summernats Grand Champion-winning RX3 and our own Barra-swapped MX-5.


Recall roundup: Kia, Mazda & Porsche
New recalls issued for the Kia Stinger, Mazda CX-90 and Porsche Taycan

2025 Mazda CX-5: Hybrid confirmed for third-gen midsize SUV
Mazda has officially confirmed its next CX-5 midsize SUV – expected to debut in 2025 – will be available with a hybrid powertrain

Mazda Arata electric SUV concept revealed, previews look of 2025 CX-5 successor
The Mazda Arata electric SUV concept previews a new Chinese-market model and an updated Kodo design language, which should appear on the next CX-5 due in 2025

How many Mazda CX-8s and CX-9s are left in stock in Australia?
Mazda Australia says it has “roughly” two months’ stock of the recently-discontinued CX-8 left, while there’s a small number of new CX-9s still available

2025 Mazda CX-5: What we know, and why it might not be called ‘CX-5’
Everything we know about the replacement for Mazda’s top-selling CX-5 midsize SUV, which promises similar size and value to the current model

2025 Mazda CX-80 revealed in patent images ahead of debut
Patent images have revealed how the Mazda CX-80 large SUV will look ahead of its official debut in the coming months

2024 Mazda 3 Touring: Quick review
Redefining the essence of a premium compact car

2024 Mazda 3 Pure: Quick review
The 3 continues it’s impressive legacy as a popular and stylish small car

2024 Mazda CX-30 Touring: Quick review
Mazda tells us the Touring is one of the models most popular variants

2024 Mazda CX-30 Pure: Quick review
Mazda’s signature style exudes in this small SUV format

2024 Mazda CX-5 pricing and features: Diesel axed
Prices up in streamlined petrol-only CX-5 line-up

Mazda Connected Services confirmed for Australia
Mazda Australia to follow Toyota, Hyundai, Kia and Honda with in-vehicle connectivity in 2024

Is it time to buy an electric car? Crunching the numbers!
Is the tide turning for EVs? We’ve crunched the numbers on how much you could save by making the electric switch

2024 Mazda CX-3: Quick review
The Mazda CX-3 is now relatively mature in Australia, but let’s see what the 2024 update will bring to the table

2023 Mazda CX-5: Quick Review
Let’s see what this market leader is offering in one of Australia’s busiest segments

2023 Mazda CX-90 pricing and features
The all-new CX-90 large SUV is the second-most-expensive Mazda ever sold in Australia, as it pushes the brand into Q7-rivalling territory

2024 Mazda CX-5 update confirmed, no news for Australia
A minor update for Mazda’s popular CX-5 mid-size SUV has been detailed overseas, providing clues for future changes in Australia

2024 Mazda CX-30 update revealed, expected here later this year
A minor update for the popular Mazda CX-30 small SUV is expected in Australia by the end of this year

2023 Mazda CX-60: 5-star ANCAP safety rating confirmed
Mazda’s latest vehicle – the more-premium CX-60 midsize SUV – mirrors European testing to receive top ANCAP marks

2023 Mazda CX-60 pricing and features, accessories announced
CX-60 brings a new platform, fresh engines and is Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid. It’s also one of the most expensive Mazdas ever…

2023 Mazda CX-5 and CX-8: Android Auto update now available
Android users can finally gain access to smartphone connectivity in their new Mazda SUV
2023 Mazda CX-8 pricing and features
Mazda’s popular CX-8 large SUV has gained an updated look, more technology and two new variants for 2023 – but pricing has increased by up to $1550
2023 Mazda CX-8 review: Australian first drive
Mazda’s updated CX-8 large SUV will play a key role in its local line-up with the orchestrated demise of the broader CX-9

Court rejects appeals over Mazda Australia refund conduct dispute
Both the ACCC’s and Mazda’s own appeal have been dismissed by the Full Federal Court of Australia
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