Mazda Motor Corporation was started on January the 30th, 1920 as Toyo Cork Kogyo Co., Ltd. This year Mazda Motor Corporation is celebrating its 90th Anniversary. And a part of the celebration is the release of two special edition models for this occasion: Mazda Axela (known as Mazda 3 on the international market) and Mazda Biante (midsize minivan with “high-roof” body). Both vehicles are featuring the idling stop system called “i-stop” that lets the car qualify for the eco-car tax reductions (75% tax reduction) as well as fun-to-drive features combining efficiency with great driving experience. “I-Stop” system is already highly recognized in Japan, it already has been awarded 2010 RJC Technology of the Year award and 2009 Eco-Products Award from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Mazda Biante i-stop Smart Edition will be based on 20CS model and will feature DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), advanced key-less entry system by Mazda, dual-power sliding doors and the i-stop feature, of course.

Special edition of Mazda Axela will be the first Mazda on the Japanese market to be sold with exclusive exterior color – Gunmetal Blue Mica.