2000
2000
- Company flag is redesigned with the brand symbol.
- AAT starts producing the Mazda 323.
- Cumulative production of MPV reaches 500,000 units.
- Adopts workwear made with recycled PET bottle fiber.
- Mazda participates in the joint project of the test run of fuel cell vehicles in cooperation with DaimlerChrysler Japan Holding Ltd. and Nippon Mitsubishi Oil.
- Introduces New Titan in Japan.
- Mazda headquarters and Hiroshima plant acquire environmental ISO 14001 certification.
- Mazda Roadster is recognized in Guinness World Book of Records.
- Sets up media website.
- Cumulative production at AAT reaches 100,000 units.
- Mazda introduces MDI Ⅲ.
- Mazda introduces brand new Titan Dash.
- Announces mid-term plan "Millennium Plan".
- Mazda introduces brand new Tribute.
2001
- Mazda expands uses of recycled materials made from replaced bumpers.
- Roadster wins the “Auto Color Award 2001” Grand Prix.
- Mazda introduces the ‘build-to-order’ system for Roadster and Familia S-Wagon.
- Holds a roadshow "Mazda Mirai" in Yokohama (MRY).
- Takes control of distribution in France.
- Develops a new fuel cell electric vehicle, Premacy FC-EV. Test run on the public road first in Japan.
- Holds a roadshow in Frankfurt (MRE).
- Decided Ford Valencia Plant in Spain as the production base in Europe.
- Holds a roadshow in New York.
- Introduces the Early Retirement Special Program.
- Holds "Mazda Mirai" event in Hiroshima Headquarters.
- Continues OEM procurement from Suzuki for micro-mini vehicles.
- Cumulative production of transmissions manufactured at Mazda Hofu Plant reaches 20,000,000 units.
- Establishes Committed Credit Facilities.
- Takes control of distribution in the UK.
- Announces sponsorship in Roadster introductory races.
- Introduces "Mazda Flex Benefit".
- Takes control of distribution in Switzerland.
- Ujina No.2 Plant is closed.
- Signs on the Labor-Management Joint Declaration.
- Mazda introduces the new Bongo Friendee.
- Develops high-strength plastic technology for new module carriers.
2002
- Completes Nakasatsunai Proving Ground in Hokkaido.
- Cumulative production volume at Hofu Plant reaches 5 million units.
- Cumulative production at AAT reaches 200,000 units.
- Mazda commences production of MZR engines.
- Introduces Mazda Spiano.
- Provides service to ‘create drive routes’ on mobile phones.
- Mazda opens company day-care center.
- Introduces new brand message ‘Zoom-Zoom.’
- Introduces personnel development program.
- Enhances sales network in middle and Eastern Europe.
- Launches distribution joint venture in Austria.
- Mazda takes new initiative to enhance corporate governance.
- Launches the brand new Mazda Atenza.
- Mr. Fields steps down as the president. Lewis Booth confirmed Mazda President.
- Mazda collaborates in celebrating 100th birthday of inventor of rotary engine, Dr. Wankel.
- Minimizes environmental impact in machining line of new engines.
- Develops MZR1.3/1.5L next generation engines.
- Builds presence in China with Mazda 323 launch.
- Develops world’s first environmentally friendly coating technology.
- Decides Mazda6 (Atenza) production in China.
- Launches fully redesigned Mazda Demio/Mazda2.
- Mazda sells auto leasing business to SB Auto Leasing Company.
- Transfers business in subsidiary Mazda Earth Technologies Co., Ltd. to Sandvik Tamrock Japan Co., Ltd.
- Launches North America’s first functional integration modules.
- Mazda sets goals for fuel efficiency and emission levels.
- Establishes broadband network for domestic dealers.
- Introduces web version of electronic parts catalog.
- New Mazda6 Sports Sedan launched at AAI.
- Announces plans to re-balance domestic production capacity. (Re-open Ujina Plant Number 2 (U2) and close our F Plant.）
- Mazda RX-8 stars in Twentieth Century Fox's X-Men Sequel.
- Mazda6 named NBR Car of the Year.
- Mazda strengthens domestic dealer network.
- Mazda Atenza wins 2003 RJC Car of The Year.
- Begins public road trials of Advanced Safety Vehicle.
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