When Mazda first announced they would release a diesel version of their popular midsize sedan, the Mazda6, in North America, longtime fans of the automaker were excited about the model. The goal was to have the car out on the market by 2013, but emissions issues put the company's plans on hold. At the time, many thought the diesel version would never see the light of day, but just recently, Mazda's North American CEO, Jim O'Sullivan, has revealed that’s simply not true.

The highly praised Mazda3 was lucky enough to be honored by Kiplinger Personal Finance in their annual 2015 Best Value Awards. Included in the under $20,000 category, the Mazda3 was named "Best-in-Class" for its incredible value and affordability.