HIROSHIMA, Japan, February 20, 2006-Mazda Motor
Corporation today held a ceremony to mark the start of production
of the all-new Mazda CX-7 for the North American market at the
Ujina Plant No. 2 (U2) located near Mazda's global headquarters in
Hiroshima.
The Mazda CX-7 will be arriving in North American dealerships in
the next few months.
Australia has been confirmed as next in line for production of
the new generation crossover after the North American market. It
will go on sale here late this year priced below $50,000.
Mazda's President and CEO, Hisakazu Imaki, Mazda North American
Operations (MNAO) President and CEO Jim O'Sullivan, along with
approximately 700 Mazda staff, comprised of several senior
executives, union representatives and employees attended this
event.
"I am very pleased to be here today and celebrate the production
start of the Mazda CX-7, the first of a series of important
vehicles for the North American market," said Hisakazu Imaki. "Jim
O'Sullivan from Mazda North American Operations has been eagerly
waiting for this moment and is here to personally witness the
production start of Mazda CX-7, a key model in our North American
plans. As we look to the future, Mazda is working hard to make
high?quality vehicles that embody the essence of Zoom-Zoom to
satisfy our customers. To do so, we will continue working closely
with our North American team, keeping in mind the company motto,
"One Mazda", to make sure the launch of this vehicle is a great
success."
The Mazda CX-7 is a clean break from the fleet of traditional
SUVs currently offered. Bringing together performance and design
like never before, the Mazda CX-7--like every Mazda--was engineered
with the Soul of a Sportscar. The result is inviting to look at,
entertaining to drive, and fun to use.
The Mazda CX-7 premiered at the Greater Los Angeles and the
North American International Auto Shows earlier on this year. The
vehicle concept and stylish design have been well accepted
globally.
For further information contact:
Alastair Doak
National Public Relations Manager
Phone: (03) 8540 1962
Mobile: 0418 626 329
Email:adoak@mazda.com.au