Mazda Makes an About-Face on Hybrids
Mazda will expand its hybrid offerings…at some point.
So comes word from the company’s PR department. With just one hybrid, the rebadged Tribute, Mazda is vulnerable within this growing segment of the market. With even smaller groups like Subaru and Mitsubishi now pushing ahead with hybrid development largely through partnerships, Mazda is playing catchup.
Execs desire to have their own dual gas-electric powertrain, but are seeking to arrange a mid-term deal with Ford to share its proven hybrid systems within the likes of the Mazda3 and watch last patrol the in divx 6. There’s no word on whether Mazda’s “crossover” CXs will receive the option.
There has been interest in somehow employing the such a system within its rotary works, but emphasis will be put on its two mainstays rather than SUVs and sports cars.
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