Norton Way Mazda Newsletter - December 2015

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FORECAST

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FULL MOON

Ice, ice baby!

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SOCIAL

CONTACT DEALER

RX- VISION Rumours for 2017 are circulating

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THE RX-VISION

Are the 2017 rumours true?

POP QUIZ!

Guess which car won another award?

MX5: THE SPEEDSTER

Next-up for the future of the MX-5

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MX5: THE SPYDER

Next-up for the future of the MX-5

CONTACT THE DEALERSHIP

MAZDA6

Exciting, dynamic, efficient - what else?

BBC CHILDREN IN NEED

Norton Way Group puts on a onesie!

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RX- VISION RUMOURED FOR 2017!

Mazda has revealed a brand new concept- the extremely striking RX-VISION! This is a two-seat, rotary-engine sports car that is sure to catch the attention of car enthusiasts over the world!

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE AND INTERVIEW ONLINE

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he concept was first displayed at the Tokyo Motor Show on October 28th and shows Mazda’s plan of to protect and develop the rotary engine of the future. When asked about the development, Mazda design chief Ikuo Maeda said: ““This is about how we intend to survive in the future. We have a strong feeling that if we drop it, the rotary engine will disappear from the world. So I think it’s important that we cherish the rotary.”

Ikuo’s father, Matasaburo Maeda, designed the original RX-7 sports car of the 1970s. And Ikuo says he was the first person to own a third generation RX-7, known as the ‘FD’ series. It’s safe to say that rotary-powered sports cars are in his blood.

Here’s what else Ikuo said about the car:

Why make it?

The rotary engine is a symbol of Mazda’s challenging spirit. And the RX-VISION is a statement on how we intend to evolve in the future.

We want to take the brand higher, to the next level.

As a personal desire, I would like to see the RXVISION positioned as a rival to the Porsche 911.

However, it might be that any future production version is positioned to compete with the Porsche Cayman.

What materials does it use?

Aluminium and carbon fibre for the body work and 2

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“We want to take the brand higher, to the next level. As a personal desire, I would like to see the RX-VISION positioned as a rival to the Porsche 911.”

- Ikuo Maeda, Mazda design chief

CLICK TO WATCH A PREVIEW OF THE MAZDA RX-VISION

a very stiff leather for the interior, similar to that used for a horse saddle. The aluminium used in the MX-5 roadster shows what’s possible when it comes to saving weight. Carbon fibre is going to be an important ingredient for the future.

extensively in computer modeling. And the rear spoiler deploys automatically. You’ll see the wheels are made from carbon fibre and the brakes feature carbon-ceramic discs; reducing weight, improving efficiency and making cars that are fun to drive is the Mazda way.

What is your favourite feature of the Mazda RX-VISION’s bodywork?

Would you like to see Mazda return to motorsport with a rotarypowered programme?

When you see the body in profile and all the reflections it generates as it turns. It’s beautiful.

This is something we would dearly like to do. So much so, I would like to be behind the wheel!

We are studying motorsport proposals, and want Mazda to get back to its racing roots.

What else does the Mazda RXVISION feature?

The carbon underfloor is flat and works like a venturi. We studied the car’s aerodynamics 3

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POP QUIZ: Who won the 2015 Auto Express Used Car Award for Best Cabriolet?

A: The Mazda MX-5 of course!

Auto Express has named the Mazda MX-5 ‘Best Cabriolet’ in its annual Used Car of the Year Awards.

Praising the MX-5’s combination of affordable thrills, reliability and everyday usability, their recognition of the recently replaced Mk3 MX-5 comes after the allnew Mazda MX-5 took the ‘Best Roadster’ title in the 2015 Auto Express New Car Awards.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE ONLINE WITH OUR NEW ONLINE READER

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Steve Fowler, Editor-in-Chief of Auto Express, commented “the MX-5 has always been about two things: fun and dependability. Every version of the MX-5 is guaranteed to put a smile on your face with its sharp handling and tactile controls. Add in bulletproof reliability and temptingly low prices when used and it starts to make tremendous sense as a second-hand buy – which makes it such an easy choice for an Auto Express Used Car Award”.

Pre-owned MX-5s purchased via Mazda’s Approved Used scheme benefit from a Mazda multi-point inspection and come with the peace of mind of a 12 month unlimited mileage warranty, plus UK and European roadside assistance coverage for the same period. In addition, all Mazda Approved Used cars are provided with MOT Protection, which covers your vehicle when it’s required to take its next MOT Test. It will be covered for the cost of replacement and adjustment of a comprehensive list of components

should it fail, repairing or replacing part(s) up to a maximum of £750, inclusive of VAT. You can find a used MX-5 at Norton Way Mazda, with great service plans and warranty you can be assured that your used MX-5 is ready for you to take it on the road.

Call 01462 754 488 or click here now to arrange your test drive, treat yourself to an early Christmas present.

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Mazda have given us a sneak peak of two potential new MX5- The Speedster and Spyder!

Although it is unclear whether these models will be released, Mazda have created two vehicles the will “take the MX-5’s lightweight fun-to-drive roadster doctrine a step further.”

What’s next for the MX-5?

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL REPORT ON WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE MX-5 ONLINE

THE SPEEDSTER This model is clearly reminiscent of the previous generation MX-5 Superlight tconcept, as Mazda have produced a properly pared-back roadster.

Like the old car, this Speedster has a tiny deflector in place of the windscreen as part of a weight saving operation, where all excess Weight is lost.

Other Weight saving ideas include Carbon doors and seats, plus Rays 57 Extreme Gram Lights’ wheels. These sit lower than 2.0-litre MX-5 on KW Suspension, which will no doubt improve the handling even further than the stand car. Mazda have detailed the car weighs just 943kg.

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CLICK TO WATCH THE INTRODUCTION OF THE MX-5 SPEEDSTER

Vital Statistics Engine

SKYACTIV-G 2.0 DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT

Wheels

Custom RAYS 57 Extreme Gram Lights 16 x 8 (45mm offset)

Brakes

Front Brembo four-piston calipers with vented rotors

Tires

Kumho Ecsta V710 225/50/16

Shocks

K&W adj. coilover suspension

Weight

943 kg

Exterior Colour

Blue Ether

Interior

Lightweight carbon fibre seats by Mu-Len Delta Seat for the 2016 MX-5, trimmed in black Alcantara 7

MX-5

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What’s next for the MX-5?

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL REPORT ON WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE MX-5 ONLINE

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THE SPYDER This is something entirely new for Mazda, and the inspiration has been said to be taken from vintage roadsters. It features a ‘Bikini top’ roof in brown and a luxurious leather throughout the interior. Other features include 17” Yokohama wheels, a carbon aero kit and adjustable coilovers.

Mazda and it’s US design manager Ken Saward have said that these new MX-5 cars “show how the aftermarket can go wild on our flagship sports car while staying true to its mission. Here at Norton Way we hope that Mazda considering release these fantastic ideas, maybe we will see a limited production run?

We will be sure to keep you updated if we hear anything further on this.

Despite these two concepts not being available, the All- New Mazda MX-5 is. For more information about the car and too see a fantastic Mazda Conditional Sale Offer giving you the new vehicle for £325 a month with 5.9% APR Representative, click here.

CLICK TO WATCH THE INTRODUCTION OF THE MX-5 SPYDER

Vital Statistics

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Engine

SKYACTIV-G 2.0 DOHC 160 valve 4-cylinder with VVT

Wheels

Custom Yokohama ADVAN Racing RS II 17 x 7 (42mm offset)

Brakes

Front Brembo Four- Piston Calipers with Vented Rotors

Tires

Yokohama ADVAN A048 225/45/17

Shocks

Adjustable Coilovers

Weight

1,043 kg

Exterior Colour

Mercury Silver

Interior

Seats and Doors Trimmed in Spinneybeck PRIMA Natural Leather

MAZDA6 The Mazda6 is now available from our brand new showroom and brings the benefits of exciting driving dynamics and outstanding fuel efficiency.

The Mazda6 is engineered to deliver a spirited experience from behind the wheel and features eye-catching styling inside and out, plus the latest active safety technologies on a body shell that is lighter and stronger than before.

The Mazda6 boasts a high level of standard equipment, sophisticated interior design, plus improved functionality, ride comfort and quietness, which will appeal to motorists driving on the variable roads we have in the Letchworth area.

In addition, Mazda’s optional Safety Pack give boasted levels of safety for the driver, passengers and other road users, thanks to the introduction of several sophisticated new technologies.

“The Mazda6 has always proved immensely popular with our customers thanks to its unique combination of striking styling, lively performance and highly competitive running costs. With Mazda’s innovative fuel-saving SKYACTIV

brings driving dyn outstanding fuel

technologies and latest safety systems, the new Mazda6 is sure to prove popular with our customers,” said Bruce Palmer, Sales Manager at Norton Way Mazda.

As Bruce mentioned, a stand out feature on the Mazda6 is the award-winning SKYACTIV technology, which delivers a combination of dynamic driving and handling, while also achieving outstanding fuel consumption and low CO2 emissions. The base model SE 150ps SKYACTIV diesel with six speed manual transmission delivers 68.9mpg (Combined) and CO2 emissions of just 107g/km. A further benefit is being just £20 a year road tax from being in VED band B, this signifies that 150ps SKYACTIV diesel model is fantastic value for money.

New to the Mazda6 range is the optional Safety Pack, which features a number of active safety technologies all designed to help prevent an accident from

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namics & efficiency occurring. The pack includes; Adaptive LED headlamps, Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) with Driver Alert, Advanced Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. It also incorporates Rear Smart City Brake Support, which operates between 2 and 5mph when reversing, automatically applying the brakes if the system detects an imminent rear impact.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE AND OFFERS ONLINE

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FANTASTIC MAZDA6 OFFER

O%APR The Mazda6 features eight body colours and a model range of five specification grades across two body styles and is priced from £19,795 to £28,795 onthe-road (OTR).

We have a fantastic offer currently on the Mazda6 Saloon, it is available with 0% APR representative* on Mazda Personal Contract Hire with £1,500 deposit contribution.

Retail sales only, subject to vehicle availability for vehicles registered between 01.10.15 and 31.12.15 at participating dealers.

T&C apply. *0% APR Mazda Personal Contract Purchase available on all 2015 Mazda6 models over 24, 30 or 36 months with no minimum deposit. At the end of the agreement there are 3 options: (i) Renew: Part exchange the vehicle. (ii) Retain: Pay the Optional Final Payment to own the vehicle or (iii) Return the vehicle. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle. You will not own the vehicle until all payments are made.

Finance subject to status, 18s or over. Guarantee/indemnity may be required. Mazda Financial Services RH1 1SR. Channel Islands excluded. Not available in conjunction with any other offer unless specified.

ON MAZDA PERSONAL CONTRACT HIRE WITH £1,500 DEPOSIT CONTRIBUTION

Mazda Personal Contract Purchase Representative Example 36 monthly payments of

£359

On the Road Price (inc. Metallic Paint)

£27,055

Mazda Deposit Contribution

£1,500

Customer Deposit

£3,782.50

Amount of Credit

£21,772.50

Interest Charges

£0.00

Optional Final Payment

£8,848.50

Total Amount Payable

£27,055

Fixed Rate of Interest

0% p.a.

Duration of Agreement

37 Months

Annual Mileage

9,000

Excess Mileage Charge per mile

14.9p

Representative APR

0% APR*

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL OFFER AND DETAILS ON OUR WEB SITE

DON’T MISS OUT ON

O%APR ON MAZDA2 The fantastic Mazda2 is currently available with 0% APR Representative on Mazda Personal Contract Purchase until 31st December 2015!

All New Mazda2 75 PS SE Deposit Level

Representative

36 Monthly Payments of

£169

On The Road Price inc Metallic Paint

£12,645

Customer Deposit

£1,813.50

Amount of Credit

£10,831.50

Interest Charges

£0.00

Optional Final Payment

£4,747.50

Total Amount Payable

£12,645

Fixed Rate of Interest

0% p.a.

Duration of Agreement

37 Months

Annual Mileage

9,000

Excess Mileage Charge per mile

14.9p

Representative APR

0% APR*

Key Features • Stunning from all profiles: Sleek flowing body contours with a strong physique • Active Driving Display: Key information such as speed, turnby-turn navigation and emergency warning is projected to a clear screen in your line of sight • Premium Craftsmanship: Delivering a sporty interior with cleverly coordinated high quality materials • MZD Connect: On selected models the MZD connect system offers state-of-the-art integrated satellite navigation • Dynamic, sporty alloy wheels: 16” alloy wheels feature a contrasting brilliant metallic • LED Headlights: Focused and ready for action CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL OFFER AND FINANCE DETAILS

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Fun at Norton Way Group Last month saw all of the different dealerships that make up Norton Way Group rally together to help raise funds for Children In Need. The group took part in an array of activities’ including fancy dress, cake sales, raffles, finding Pudsey competitions and a #GetSudseyWithPudsey Car Wash.

It was a great day with everyone contributing to raise an amazing £544. This helped the charity to a record breaking £37m raised by the show that was televised on the 13th November. Celebrities including One Direction, Dame Helen Mirren and Sherlock actor Martin Freeman joined a fantastic selection of presenters including Dermot O’Leary and Tess Daly to put on a spectacular show of performances and comedy sketches. Stand out moments of the TV show involved a special Star Wars feature, signing performances from Jess Glynne & Ellie Golding and Call the Midwife stars went head to head on Strictly Come Dancing.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE ON OUR CHILDREN IN NEED FUN ACROSS NORTON WAY

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mazda Service Plans an

Easy& As a Mazda driver, you obviously appreciate the reliability, safety and overall driving satisfaction that are synonymous with the brand.

To compliment your Mazda experience, we would like to introduce you to the Norton Way Mazda service plan.

Service Plan offers an easy and convenient way for you to budget for all of your vehicle’s scheduled servicing for the next, two, three or four years – frozen at today’s prices and without the worry of a bill to pay for.

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Most people spread the cost of household bills over a period of time, why not your vehicles servicing?

Benefits: - - I nflation Proof – by paying a fixed rate you will be protected from incurring future price increases linked with routine services.

- - F lexible – Our Service Plans can be tailored to suit all of your requirements, based on your annual mileage and the period of time you require the plan to cover.

- - C onvenient - Funding your servicing with monthly direct debit instalments is a convenient and affordable way of spreading the cost.

- - Q uality - All our technicians have been specially trained to work on Honda’s, and will fit your car with Genuine Honda parts.

Your vehicle will be maintained to the highest standards by manufacturer trained technicians, using only Mazda genuine parts and specialist diagnostic equipment.

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ONVIENIENT WAy

o budget for all your cars

eduled servicing

Convenient payment options Choose from one of our two easy ways to pay for your service plan:

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1. Cash – Pay for your Service Plan in full using, cash, cheque, credit or debit card.

2. Direct Debit - Spread the cost with interest free monthly direct debit payments.

For example, choose from: - - Two Services over 20 months - - T hree Services over 32 months - - F our Services over 44 months Extras - - F ree Registration to our 24 Hour Accident Management Programme - - 1 0% Discount on any accessories, including fitting - - F ree Courtesy Car^ or local collection and delivery service.

Alternatively we offer an appointment based while-you-wait service.

- - F ree wash and vac on every service - - P riority Service - 72 hour Express Bookings*

What next?

Call our service team today on 01462 754 488 to find out more!

CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS ON THIS OFFER FROM NORTON WAY MAZDA

* This does not apply to collection and delivery service or loan cars and is for service only (MOT subject to availability). ^Subject to availability. Service Plans can be cancelled or transferred for an administration fee, please ask for details.

Payments/funds will be calculated accordingly. Full terms and conditions are detailed on the reverse of the Service Plan agreement and are available on request. Terms and conditions apply, subject to status. Please refer to your service manual for information on your service schedules. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority for the purpose of insurance mediation activity. † Terms and conditions apply, for full details of the Accident Management Programme please request from any advisor. Free Road Side Assistance Cover is valid for 12 months cover only. Half Price MOT offer is valid for the duration of your service plan.

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Norton Way Mazda Norton Way North, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire SG6 1BL www.nortonwaymazda.co.uk Tel: 01462 754 488