Mazda in North America: From Rotary Gamble to Record Sales
I’ve found it interesting how the car brands with the most loyal followings aren’t usually the biggest or the richest. They’re the weird ones. The ones …
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When Did Mazda Come to North America? The R100 Story (1970) and the Canadian Prelude (1968)
Mazda entered the U.S. market in 1970 with the R100 coupe — a car with a rotary engine that nobody knew what to make of. The …
What Did Mazda Used to Be Called? From Toyo Cork Kogyo to Mazda
Mazda didn’t start as a car company. It started as a cork factory. The company went through three official names over its 100-plus years: But the …
Mazda Name Origin: Why the Car Brand Honors a Zoroastrian God of Wisdom
But Mazda isn’t only a car brand. Its name honors Ahura Mazda, the Zoroastrian god of wisdom, light, and harmony. That ancient influence didn’t stop at …
BKUP How to Choose a Level 2 Home EV Charger: 7 Tested Models Compared (2026 Guide)
You just got your first EV, or you’re about to. The dealer handed you a Level 1 charging cable that plugs into a regular wall outlet, …
Level 2 EV Charger Cost 2026: What You Pay After Federal, State, and Utility Rebates
If you’re shopping for a home EV charger in 2026, you’ve probably heard there are still tax credits and rebates out there. What you might not …
Level 2 EV Charger Cable Length: Why 21 ft, 30 ft, or 40 ft Matters for Your Driveway
You’ve just finished installing a brand-new Level 2 charger in your garage. The specs look great – 48 amps, Wi‑Fi, the works. Then your partner pulls …
