Category:Blog Post Archives - Kramer Mazda
CAR DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHT MEANING: COLOURS, SYMBOLS & WHAT THEY MEAN
Car warning lights show what is wrong and how urgent it is. Red means a serious problem and you should stop as soon as it is safe, yellow or amber means a problem needs attention soon but you can usually keep driving, and green, blue, or white means everything is normal and the system is […]
MAZDA MX-5 MIATA SOFT TOP VS. RF: WHICH SHOULD I BUY?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata comes in two roof configurations — the Soft Top brings a manual fabric roof, lightning-fast one-hand operation, and the lightest weight in the lineup, while the RF (Retractable Fastback) adds a power-folding metal hardtop, a quieter cabin, and a premium fastback silhouette. Both share the same 2.0-liter engine, 181 horsepower, and […]
HOW MUCH CAR CAN I AFFORD BASED ON MY INCOME?
A practical way to calculate how much car you can afford is to follow the 20/4/10 rule and keep the car price under 30–35% of your annual income. This ensures your monthly costs stay manageable while helping you avoid overspending. 20/4/10 Rule If you’re asking “how much car can I afford?”, the most reliable […]
WHY IS MY CAR GETTING POOR FUEL EFFICIENCY?
Poor fuel efficiency comes down to three key areas: how you drive, your vehicle's condition, and how you use it daily. Knowing which area affects your car the most is the first step toward saving money and staying safe on the road. 1. Driving Habits How you drive directly impacts how much fuel you […]
HOW SAFE ARE MAZDA VEHICLES IN 2026
In 2026, both the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports independently reached the same conclusion: Mazda is the safest automotive brand on the road. Mazda earned eight IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards — the most of any single automotive brand — and became the first-ever automaker named "Safest New-Car Brand" by Consumer […]