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How Mazda Enhanced the 2018 Mazda6

Since its debut in the American market nearly 50 years ago, Mazda has been one of the most popular automakers, thanks in no small part to their fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles. One of Mazda’s best-selling models is the Mazda6 – a midsize sedan available since 2003. It has consistently received high ratings from industry experts because of its exceptional safety features, fuel efficiency and reliability. For 2018, Mazda’s design and engineering team wanted to enhance the Mazda6 with features that make for a more comfortable ride. The result is a vehicle that can compete with others in its class at a much lower price. Here are four notable upgrades that make the 2018 Mazda6 a great buy. Enhanced Ride The new Mazda6 has a smoother ride and better handling than previous versions. The industry-exclusive G-Vectoring Control in the 2018 Mazda6 offers features that add up to a more comfortable driving experience, such as: • Redesigned suspension • Sharper steering respons...

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Coming Soon to U.S. Mazda Models

Image from:  http://www.thedrive.com/tech/19734/apple-carplay-and-android-auto-finally-coming-to-mazda Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Coming Soon to U.S. Mazda Models In July, Mazda announced its plans to incorporate Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility into new and existing vehicles year 2014 and newer. The update will be available in August for European customers who have vehicles with the MAZDA CONNECT™ multimedia system. All new models will have these capabilities from the second they leave the factory. How It Works MAZDA CONNECT™ (Mazda’s own user interface) isn’t going anywhere , but it will be redesigned in the update to seamlessly incorporate drivers’ smartphone features. Drivers will be able to shift between Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and Mazda’s system as they please when their phones are connected to the MAZDA CONNECT™ system via USB. To operate Apple CarPlay, owners can use the HMI Commander rotary control knob while the vehicle is stationary and...