Our Putnam Mazda team is smitten with the vintage-inspired style of the Mazda MX-5 Miata. If you're a fan of this classic sports car, we think you'll feel the same way — this popular convertible roadster delivers the perfect blend of retro and contemporary style.

The first thing you'll notice about the MX-5 Miata is the aggressive body profile. Each contour is strong and striking — this is a car that merits a second glance. The bold contours flow effortlessly from front to back, giving the impression of speed and power even when the car is parked in your…

If you grew up well aware of the Mazda automotive brand, you can appreciate the Mazda3 5-Door's nimbleness and versatility. We love driving this popular hatchback at Putnam Mazda. It also looks great in our Burlingame inventory. Let's further explore its outward appeal.

From every angle, the Mazda3 5-Door stuns. Its lines might captivate you. Mazda provided them to help the car displace air, but they also allude to motion. Additionally, the model's paint selection includes six rich, glistening shades. You can choose the easily seen Snowflake 

One look at the new Mazda CX-3 and you will know that it is something special. This popular subcompact crossover is flush with an abundance of design elements that make it stand out on the streets of Burlingame.

The design process of your CX-3 starts with choosing from a wide array of exterior color choices. The new Soul Red Crystal Metallic will turn heads everywhere. Other choices include Snowflake White Pearl Mica, Titanium Flash Mica, Eternal Blue Mica, Machine Gray Metallic, and more. Inside the five-passenger CX-3...

Tires with decent tread depth and no imperfections might be the best ones. After all, you don't want to lose traction or experience a blowout. If you stay current with checking your tires, then you may be able to get new ones before they become hazardous. The simple "penny check" on the treads is an easy inspection you can do. So is checking the air pressure level with an inexpensive tool.

Look for other obvious signs of problems such as bulges, blisters, and cracks in the sidewall. These imperfections could indicate a severe problem. The tire could suffer a…

At some point, everyone owns a ride that dies and refuses to restart. It's easy to blame this on the battery, and customers of our Putnam Mazda service department often do. When our service techs mention the possibility of a problem with the alternator instead of the battery, people are often confused. It's understandable. What exactly is an alternator and what does it do?

The Source of Vehicle Electricity

An alternator is a vehicle generator that turns mechanical energy into electricity. The alternator collects this energy from the motion of your car's spinning wheels. 

 

There are few things in life that can grant you as much peace of mind as having favorable loan terms and a great credit score. Those with excellent credit scores enjoy many of the benefits of being someone that lenders can trust. They are charged lower interest and are likely able to borrow greater sums of money than someone with a poor credit score. This is all because they are the type of person that lenders trust.

Paying on debts on time is a great way to keep them from getting out of control. 

The Mazda CX-9 is a popular midsize three-row SUV. One of the reasons why it is so popular is because it has a variety of impressive tech features. There are two features in particular that attract buyers.

One of the popular features is the standard touchscreen display. This display is used by a driver to control the entire infotainment system, access the rearview camera and other features. This is an impressive screen that gives a variety of vehicle controls. Drivers will also enjoy the smartphone integrate. You can connect a phone to use both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

The Mazda6 stands as one of the most attractive vehicles on the market. Drivers who need a car that can keep up with their lifestyle can look forward to what the Mazda6 can offer. From the visuals to the sound system, there is something for everyone.

The new Mazda6 showcases a streamlined silhouette that is designed to turn heads wherever it goes. Drivers can look forward to interior comfort, in addition to the car's exterior beauty. Striking leather and Japanese wood are featured around every aspect of the vehicle's interior, optimizing comfort and luxury at every turn.

 

The world of hatchbacks can be competitive in the small car segment. However, the Mazda3 5-door has been a consistent sales leader. That's because the Mazda3 five-door takes a serious approach to exterior style. Let's see what the hot selling hatchback has to offer this year.

The Mazda3 5-door offers unique rain-sensing intermittent variable windshield wipers. When rain is detected, the front wipers will automatically turn themselves on and enhance the driver's visibility. When the rain is gone, the wipers will automatically turn itself off.

Does your dog or cat travel in a carrier when they are in the car? That may mean that you opt for a car with ample legroom in the backseat for them to ride in. Those carriers are not designed to be used with a seat belt, and the best way to make this work is to put the carrier in the floorboard. That means that leg room is a priority so that you can fit the carrier where it needs to go.

Other things to think about are the child lock systems that are available in most vehicles these…