The Future of Mazda: Looking Ahead to 2024 and Beyond 

As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, the automotive industry finds itself at the forefront of innovation. Mazda is a brand long known for its commitment to delivering stylish, high-performance vehicles, and the future of Mazda is no exception and will bring more of the same.

Let’s take a sneak peek into the future of Mazda and explore what’s in store for upcoming models. From electrification to cutting-edge design and technology, Mazda is gearing up to redefine the driving experience.

Electrification and Sustainable Mobility

A few years ago, in response to growing environmental concerns, Mazda made its “Commitment to Planet Earth,” in which it vowed to become carbon neutral by the year 2050. Taking a life cycle approach to this goal, Mazda has made changes to every aspect of the manufacturing, sales, and operation of its vehicles in the past few years in pursuit of that goal. A big part of that push to carbon neutrality involves updates to electrification and sustainable mobility that have already begun to define the future of Mazda in 2024.

SkyActiv® Technology

Mazda’s SkyActiv® system consists of a set of automotive technologies designed to improve fuel efficiency and overall performance. SkyActiv® technology encompasses various aspects of a vehicle’s design, including the engine, transmission, chassis, and body. By optimizing these elements, Mazda vehicles become more efficient and last longer, contributing to the brand’s sustainability goals.

Electric/Hybrid Options

Electric and hybrid vehicle options are another important element of Mazda’s sustainability promise. Specifically, this meant introducing its first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, in 2024, with plans to offer this option on other trims in the future. As it stands, the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV offers drivers convenience due to its compatibility with most public and in-house charging solutions and its charging speed. The vehicles charge from 20% to 80% in less than three hours using a Level 2 AC charger.

The New Era of Mazda Design

Mazda design also has an eye on the future that is focused on maintaining the same clean, beautiful, and natural aesthetic that the brand is known for while still making important changes to efficiency, functionality, and comfort that will improve the driving experience.

Autonomous Driving and Safety (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems [ADAS])

Safety has always been a key part of the Mazda driving experience, which is why the company continues to integrate and improve its unique i-ACTIVSENSE® driver safety system into new vehicle models. The i-AVTIVSENSE® system includes a suite of tools that provides autonomous driving and other driver-assist technologies, including:

• Acceleration control (automatic transmission only)
• Adaptive front-lighting system (AFS)
• Forward obstruction warning
• High beam control
• Lane departure warning system (LDWS)
• Mazda radar cruise control (MRCC)
• Rear vehicle monitoring system
• Smart City brake support

Connectivity and Infotainment

Mazda’s commitment to leading-edge technology extends to the interior where connectivity and infotainment systems make integrating Mazda vehicles with a digital lifestyle a seamless process. Among the most innovative of Mazda’s technology solutions are their intuitive interfaces, smartphone integration, and voice recognition systems. Mazda systems are also easy to keep current, thanks to the Mazda over-the-air (OTA) update capabilities.

See the Future of Mazda Today at DePaula Mazda

At DePaula Mazda in Albany, NY, our experienced sales staff are happy to assist you in learning more about both the present and future of the Mazda family. You can also take a look at our Mazda digital showroom for more information about our current models and inventory.