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Mazda and Nippon Express test biodiesel fuel for vehicle transport

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:21:43 -0400

Mazda Motor Corporation and Nippon Express Co., Ltd. began a demonstration trial in May 2026 using biodiesel fuel for finished vehicle transport trailers, according to a company statement.

The trial operates between Mazda's Hofu Nishinoura district plant and Nakanoseki finished vehicle yard, covering approximately 12 kilometers round trip, and will continue through the end of fiscal year 2026. The companies will evaluate fuel efficiency, performance, and operational challenges during the trial period.

The biodiesel fuel consists of a blend containing approximately 51% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), which is renewable diesel fuel derived from waste cooking oil and vegetable oils. NX Shoji Co.,

Mazda and Nippon Express test biodiesel fuel for vehicle transport

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:21:43 -0400

Mazda Motor Corporation and Nippon Express Co., Ltd. began a demonstration trial in May 2026 using biodiesel fuel for finished vehicle transport trailers, according to a company statement.

The biodiesel fuel consists of a blend containing approximately 51% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), which is renewable diesel fuel derived from waste cooking oil and vegetable oils. NX Shoji Co.,

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Hiroshima and Tokyo, Japan, Jun 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - - Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) and Nippon Express Co., Ltd., a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., have launched a demonstration trial using biodiesel fuel (HVO*1) for finished vehicle transport trailers, starting in May 2026.

Mazda is aiming to achieve carbon neutrality (CN) across its entire supply chain by 2050, while the NX Group is working toward the realization of a carbon-neutral society by 2050 and contributing to environmental conservation. Through this demonstration trial, the two companies seek to explore the potential contribution to decarbonization in the logistics

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda and Nippon Express Launch Demonstration Trial Using Biodiesel Fuel

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year Award

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:47:00 -0400

HIROSHIMA, Japan, Apr 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - - At the 2026 World Car of the Year Awards hosted by the World Car Awards (WCA), Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e from Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) won the 2026 World Car Design of the Year (WCDOTY), one of the special awards. This marks the third time a Mazda model has earned this award, following the Mazda Roadster (known overseas as the Mazda MX-5) in 2016 and the Mazda3 in 2020.

The awards were officially launched in January 2004 with automotive journalists around the world. For the 2026 award, the winner was selected from

Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year Award

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:47:00 -0400

The awards were officially launched in January 2004 with automotive journalists around the world. For the 2026 award, the winner was selected from

Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year Award

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:47:00 -0400

The awards were officially launched in January 2004 with automotive journalists around the world. For the 2026 award, the winner was selected from

Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year Award

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:47:00 -0400

The awards were officially launched in January 2004 with automotive journalists around the world. For the 2026 award, the winner was selected from

Mazda EZ-6/Mazda6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year Award

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:47:00 -0400

The awards were officially launched in January 2004 with automotive journalists around the world. For the 2026 award, the winner was selected from

Mazda North America reports 14% drop in January sales

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:10:13 -0400

Investing.com -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) reported total January sales of 28,958 vehicles, marking a 14 percent decrease compared to January 2025.

The company's sales decline was even steeper when adjusted for selling days. With 26 selling days in January 2026 versus 25 days in January 2025, Mazda posted a 17.3 percent decrease on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

Despite the overall decline, MNAO achieved its third best January sales performance with the 28,958 vehicles sold. The company also set a new record for January sales of the CX-50 model, with 10,415 vehicles delivered.

Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle sales showed strength,

MAZDA CX-5 Achieves Five Million Units in Global Production and Sales