2009 Mazda Weight reduction

With its most fresh entries, the mid-sized 6 and sub-compact 2, Mazda has demonstrated that new generations of cars don't necessarily have to get heavier. Each of the recently introduced new models are at slightest 100 lbs lighter than the predecessors. For its next generation of new cars, Mazda intends to step up its match even more, aiming for reductions of over 400 lbs. Mazda engineers will completely re-check the structural propose of the cars.

One of the areas of focus will be to produce breakdown services through the baffle pan pretty than the body. The large outward sectioned of the stump apparently requires excluding reinforcement to achieve change space than the higher body structure. New aerated plastics will also help demote the heaviness of the components that dominate the interior of the car. New powertrains, including unbroken development of the Wankel revolving engine, will also contribute to power savings.