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mikeyb
03-09-2006, 09:29 AM
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Global Reveal of Mazda's New One Ton Pickup Planned for 2006 Bangkok International Motor Show


- New Pickup Range to be known as Mazda BT-50 -

HIROSHIMA, Japan, March 9, 2006--Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the name of its new one-ton pickup range which will make its world debut at the 2006 Bangkok International Motor Show, to be held from Wednesday, March 22 through Sunday, April 2, 2006.

"In line with Mazda's global alphanumeric nomenclature strategy, we have named this new truck range "BT-50", a global name that will be used in all markets," says Malcolm Gough, Executive Officer and General Manager of Mazda's Overseas Sales Division.

"BT-50 recognizes the new range's B-Series Truck heritage (BT) and the number "50" reflects that this one-ton vehicle is optimally positioned between smaller payload trucks (e.g. half-ton) and much larger trucks.

"The Bangkok global premiere of the new Mazda BT-50 pickup range will provide existing and prospective owners with the chance to be amongst the first to see the world's "Zoom-Zoom" Truck.

"BT-50 builds on a tradition of Mazda heritage and values," states Gough. "Its aggressive presence, command of the road and powerful new turbo diesel engines will provide leadership in this competitive truck segment."

With new 3.0L and 2.5L common-rail direct injection turbo diesel engines, BT-50 delivers an exciting blend of sophisticated design, refinement, responsive handling and dynamic performance. Owners of this exciting new vehicle will find its outstanding versatility, comfort and convenience whether they use it much like a passenger car or in circumstances requiring tough, reliable commercial truck performance.

With this new truck, Mazda has deepened its commitment to Thailand and Asia, which is an important centre of truck and automotive manufacturing for Asia and the world.

Joining this new range on the Mazda stand will also be Mazda MX-5, Mazda3 and Mazda RX-8 models. Mazda will hold a press briefing on the Mazda stand from 13:20 to 13:35 on Wednesday, March 22, 2006.

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mikeyb
03-09-2006, 09:30 AM
Built on the same Ranger platform we are not getting.

seanmcsean
03-09-2006, 09:34 AM
dang.. I think this looks better than the new ranger concept you posted... too bad we won't see it.

altspace
03-09-2006, 07:29 PM
Wow, I'm surprised Mazda is not bringing back a truck into the lineup. I guess competition is rough.

Rio Racer
03-09-2006, 07:31 PM
Reminds me of a toyota/nissan frontier love child.

Captain KRM P5
03-09-2006, 07:32 PM
not a bad looking pick up

mazda6gal
03-09-2006, 08:27 PM
That looks really nice but you can not buy a new diesel truk in my state... even if it was coming to the US

InFeXIoN
03-09-2006, 08:27 PM
i agree with rio ricer, i was about to say the same thing.

Rio Racer
03-10-2006, 12:43 AM
i agree with rio ricer, i was about to say the same thing.
Rio Racer. I'm not a ricer. lol

mikeyb
03-22-2006, 10:27 AM
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