• 1 Year with O’Daniel Mazda's Nick Whitworth

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    By Joy Fanning


    This month, Nick Whitworth is celebrating his first year at O’Daniel Mazda—hopefully, the first of many! Since his start at O’Daniel Mazda, Nick explained that he no longer feels nervous about his job, but is eager for the first time in his life to go to work each day.
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  • 2017 CX-9 Wins Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Award & Autotrader’s “Must Test Drive” Award

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    By Emma Cesar
     

    It has been recently announced that the 2017 CX-9 has won Ward’s 10 Best Interiors award and Autotrader’s “Must Test Drive” award. Fresh off of winning a spot on Wards 10 Best Engines Award a few months ago for its SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine, these additional recognitions come as no surprise to the groundbreaking company. 



     


     

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  • Popular Mechanics Names Mazda6 and Mazda MX-5 Miata RF in Automotive Excellence Awards

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    By Joy Fanning

    Mazda in is the spotlight again with the 2017 Mazda6 and Mazda MX-5 Miata RF both earning 2017 Popular Mechanics Automotive Excellence Awards. Each of these cars has reasons of their own for standing out among others in their class.


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  • 15 Years with O’Daniel Mazda's Nick Rusk

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    By Joy Fanning


    Fifteen years goes fast when you’re Nick Rusk. He thrives in the fast paced environment of the dealership, and this month marks a decade and a half on the O’Daniel Automotive Group team. “I also enjoy the daily interaction with new customers, and I enjoy seeing customers’ faces light up when I have helped them successfully find the perfect vehicle.” Nick went on to tell us that the key to his success is building a strong team around himself: “The team atmosphere is vital. I’m proud of our team and our accomplishments.”
     
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  • Mazda Creates Advertisements with the Takumi Masters Perspective of Design

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    By Kelsey Blaylock
     

    In February, Mazda North American Operations announced “Oneness,” the first advertising spot in the design series that presented the all-new MX-5 Miata RF. This debut advertisement featured the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF designer, Masanori Minamisawa, showcasing his personal connection with Mazda consumers and designing cars. 

     

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  • The 2017 Mazda3

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    By Josiah Zintsmaster
     

    Introducing the 2017 Mazda3 4–Door Sedan, equipped with excellent features at a sweet price. The exterior of the car is pleasing to the eye with its 18-inch alloy wheels—however, it’s not just pretty, it’s safe with safety features outfitted on every corner of the vehicle. With new features like automatic and adaptive high beams, rear cross traffic alert, smart brake support, and adaptive cruise control just to name a few—this Mazda pulls in with a 9.7/10 safety rating, according to US News & World Report.
     


     

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  • Mazda Drives Charitable Spirit Even Farther

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    By Emma Cesar
     
    2017 marks the 4th annual Mazda Drive for Good event and this year’s fundraiser is one for the record books. Recently, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced that it would donate over $5.4 million to charity and pledge 67,500 hours of service, all thanks to their loyal drivers. 

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  • Chicago News Names 2017 CX-3 Best Crossover of the Year

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    By Cristhian Montero
     
    In its newer generation of vehicles, the team at Mazda has started to use a design philosophy named Kodo, which takes inspiration from the predators in nature. With the 2017 CX-3 it’s no different, using clean lines and powerful curves to emulate a fierce character, the CX-3 embodies a predator in motion.


     
     


     
     
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  • 20 Years with O’Daniel Mazda’s Jesse Moore

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    Spring, beautiful flowers, warmer temperatures, and a remarkable anniversary at O’Daniel Mazda — this month marks two decades for Service Manager Jesse Moore. We caught up with him to review the past twenty years, and see how he’s managed to laugh, and succeed through it all. Turns out, a good sense of humor will get you far in life.

    What’s the biggest thing you’ve learned?
    JM: “That even Donal Trump can be President! And the biggest difference between me today, and 20 years ago would be me having less hair and A LOT of it being grey…
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  • Mazda MX-5 Miata: 2017 Play Car of the Year

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    By Cristhian Montero

     
    The fourth generation Mazda MX-5, in most circles known as the Miata, has come a long way since its first generation. Throughout the years it’s kept the same delightful characteristics instilled in the previous generations. The Miata is favorably known for its lightweight frame, great driving dynamics, and overall fun to drive package it provides for drivers.


     
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