2000
2003
- Establishes Management Advisory Committee.
- Mazda showcases Mazda Washu concept and Mazda RX-8 production model at North American International Auto Show.
- Production of the Mazda2 begins in Europe.
- Mazda holds a ceremony to mark first production of Mazda6 at FAW Car Company in China.
- Begins production of RENESIS rotary engine.
- Mazda MX Sportif design concept makes debut at Geneva International Motor Show.
- Starts production of Mazda RX-8.
- Mazda develops aluminum joining technology using friction heat.
- James O'Sullivan named President and CEO of Mazda North American Operations.
- Mazda Demio gains U-LEV rating.
- Mazda develops impact-absorbing hood.
- Adds Demio to Internet customization system.
- Releases all-new Mazda RX-8.
- Receives FY2002 JSME medal for development of high-strength plastic.
- Mazda employees receive JSAE Award for development of high-strength plastic.
- Develops technology to reduce diesel emissions.
- Mazda's RENESIS wins International Engine of the Year 2003.
- Mazda and Isuzu agree on OEM supply of Isuzu small truck.
- Mazda Kusabi's design concept makes debut at Frankfurt Auto Show.
- Introduces a new warranty system for the Mazdas, "Pack de 753".
- Hisakazu Imaki appointed President and CEO.
- Mazda develops new paint stripping technology for recycling bumpers.
- Mazda completes takeover of Austrian distribution network.
- Sponsors introductory race for RX-8 in Japan.
- Releases remodeled Mazda AZ-Wagon.
- Mazda, Ford Announce US$500 million investment in AAT in Thailand.
- Unveils Mazda Ibuki concept and Hydrogen Rotary Engine at 2003 Tokyo Motor Show.
- Unveils the 'Mazda Axela'.
- Starts accepting orders for Axela and Roadster on 'Web Tune Factory'.
- Mazda RX-8 wins 2004 “RJC Car of The Year”.
- RENESIS rotary engine named RJC Technology of The Year.
- Electric 4WD model added to Mazda Demio series.
- Mazda6 named 2004 Car of The Year in China.
- Mazda's Three Layer Wet Paint System receives JSPMI prize.
2004
- Showcases Mazda MX-Micro Sport in North American International Auto Show.
- Mazda RX-8 wins Wheels Car of the Year in Australia.
- Displays Mazda MX-Flexa in the 74th Geneva Motor Show.
- Starts sales of micros in all dealership networks and expands cross-channel offerings of registered vehicles.
- Mazda, Toyota collaborate on in-vehicle information service.
- Mazda3 wins Canadian Car of The Year for 2004.
- Mazda launches a whole new family of Mazda6 vehicles at AAI.
- Builds Roadster number 700,000.
- Mazda invests nearly 14 billion yen in new digital technology for future product development.
- Finishes production in Hiroshima Plant (F Plant) to strengthen its production system.
- Commences operations at retooled Ujina Plant No. 2.
- Mazda's RENESIS wins category 2.5-3.0 liter of International Engine of The Year for second year running.
- Mazda introduces all new ‘Titan’ truck series in Japan.
- Mazda, Ford celebrate 25-year partnership.
- Introduces the new compact 'Mazda Verisa' in Japan.
- Announces vehicle recycle charges.
- Changan Ford signs investment agreement in Nanjing.
- Unveils All-new space wagon Mazda5 at 2004 Paris Motor Show.
- Transfers all shares in Mazda Car Rental Corporation.
- Mazda and NEC tests grid-based core system.
- Mazda launches Mazda6 MPS and Mazda5.
- Fully redesigns Carol micro-mini.
- Rolls out Mazda QB pit service, fixing superficial scratch or dent on the vehicles.
- Mazda RX-8 number 100,000 rolls out.
- 2 units of Mazda RX-8 mark 40 world records in a 24-hour endurance trial.
- The all-new Premacy/Mazda5 exhibited at the 38th Tokyo Motor Show.
- Mazda Hydrogen Rotary RX-8 gets permission to test on public roads.
- Mazda Verisa wins one of the special awards, the 2004-2005 Best Value Award, by the Car of the Year Japan.
- Mazda's Three Layer Wet Paint technologies won the Minister of Environment Award 2003 for Prevention of Global Warming.
- Establishes Mazda Motor de Mexico to form official sales network.
- Newly develops 2.3L direct injection turbo engine to be mounted on the Mazdaspeed Atenza.
- MX-Crossport concept debuts at 2005 North American International Auto Show.
- Ujina Plant No.1 fire.
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