George Gray gave an assist in reviewing the Mazda CX-30:
Snowflake pearl white metallic paint with white/brown leather seating for 5 – heated front seats and power driver seat/rear lift gate, weighs 3,293 lbs., has a 109.3” wheelbase, is 184.6” long, and cargo capacity is 20 cubic ft. 18” x 8” black finished aluminum multi spoke wheels and 215/55R18 Bridgestone Turanza all season radials, 10.25” infotainment screen, rear vision and surround vision camera setup, radar cruise control, flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column, heated leather wrapped steering wheel, navigation, Mazda premium FM/AM-Satellite stereo with 12 speakers, black Mazda badging, heated folding exterior mirrors, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 227 horsepower four cylinder turbo engine, 310 lb. ft. of torque, six speed automatic with standard all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 5.8 seconds and 106 mph top speed, $38,955.00 list price, built in Salamanca, Mexico, 30 MPG highway rating, 25 mpg combined rating, 22 mpg city rating, 22.5 gallon gas tank with range of 495
The Mazda3 was reviewed for Pirate Radio 104.7 in Greeley:
Radiant red metallic paint with black leather trimmed seats – 5 passenger – heated front buckets – air conditioned front buckets, four door compact crossover that weighs 3,392 lbs., has 107.3” wheelbase, is 183.5“ long, and trunk holds 13 cubic ft., 18” black wheels with 215/45R18 Bridgestone Turanzas, deluxe black leather interior trim, console mounted transmission shifter, flatbed phone charger, 10.25” multimedia display, Sirius satellite Bose 12 speaker studio stereo, outside power and heated folding mirrors, heads up display and leather wrapped heated steering wheel, radar cruise control, Apple Car Play/Android Auto setup, rear vision and panoramic camera, navigation, sliding glass moon roof, power tailgate with hands free operation, 2.5 liter turbo four with 227 horsepower, 320 lb. ft. of torque, six speed automatic transmission with all wheel drive and paddle shifters – zero to 60 in 6 seconds – 112 mph top speed, fuel economy is 31 on the highway, 23 in town and 26 mpg overall rating.Fuel tank holds 18.5 gallons and the Mazda can go 463 miles on a full tank, list price is $38,865.00.00 – built in Hofu, Japan
The Mazda was the subject of a review on Pirate Radio in Greeley:“The 2025 Mazda CX-50 is an impressive crossover that blends style, efficiency, and practicality. Its eye-catching “Ingot” deep blue paint adds a premium touch, making it stand out on the road. The smooth CVT transmission, enhanced with paddle shifting, offers a refined driving experience, whether you’re cruising through town or hitting the highway. Fuel efficiency is outstanding, consistently delivering over 37 mpg in all driving conditions—an exceptional feat for a vehicle in this class. Despite its sub-$42k price tag, the CX-50 comes generously equipped with features that elevate comfort and convenience.
Among its standout amenities, the flatbed phone charging pad, located somewhat inconspicuously under the center console access doors, eliminates the need to charge your device before leaving home, while seamless Apple CarPlay integration enhances connectivity on the go. The thoughtful addition of power folding exterior mirrors – that automatically signal the vehicle is locked – provides an extra layer of security and convenience. With its combination of efficiency, tech-forward features, and stylish design, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 proves to be a well-rounded and compelling choice in the crossover segment.”
SPEC SHEET
Ingot blue metallic paint with black and brown leather trimmed seats – 5 passenger – heated and cooled front buckets, four door compact SUV that weighs 4,008 lbs., has 110.8” wheelbase, is 185.8“ long, and cargo area holds 31 cubic ft. – 56 with seats folded down, 19” two toned alloy wheels with 225/55R19 Goodyear Eagles, deluxe black interior trim, console mounted lever-type transmission shifter, flatbed phone charger, 10.25” multimedia display, Sirius satellite Bose 12 speaker studio stereo, outside power and heated mirrors, heads up display and leather wrapped steering wheel, radar cruise control, Apple Car Play/Android Auto setup, rear vision camera, navigation, power tilting and sliding glass panoramic moon roof, power tailgate with hands free operation, 2.5 liter hybrid four with 219 horsepower, CVT automatic transmission with all wheel drive and paddle shifters – zero to 60 in 7.2 seconds – 119 mph top speed, fuel economy is 37 on the highway, 39 in town and 38mpg overall rating.Fuel tank holds 12.7 gallons and the Mazda can go 470 miles on a full tank, list price is $41,470.00.00 – built in Madison, Alabama
The Mazda was reviewed for listeners of Pirate Radio FM104.7 in Greeley:
Special poly metal gray metallic paint with tan Nappa leather trimmed seats – 5 passenger – heated and cooled front buckets and heated rear bench seat, four door SUV that weighs 4,849 lbs., has 122.8” wheelbase, is 200.8“ long, and cargo area holds 40 cubic ft. – double that with seats folded down, 21” polished alloy wheels with 275/45R21 Falken radial tires, deluxe two toned tan trim, console mounted lever-type transmission shifter, flatbed phone charger, 12.3” multimedia display, Sirius satellite Bose 12 speaker studio stereo, folding outside power and heated mirrors, suede dashboard and leather wrapped/heated steering wheel, radar cruise control, Apple Car Play/Android Auto setup, surround vision camera, navigation, panoramic power tilting and sliding glass moon roof, power tailgate with hands free operation, 3.3 liter turbo inline 6 with 340 horsepower, 8 speed automatic transmission with all wheel drive and paddle shifters – (torque is 369) – zero to 60 in 6.2 seconds – 119 mph top speed, fuel economy is 28 on the highway, 23 in town and 25 mpg overall rating.Fuel tank holds 18.5 gallons and the Mazda can go 518 miles on a full tank, list price is $57,775.00, built in Hofu, Japan
Me and George “Elvis” Gray together reviewed the plug-in Mazda SUV:
Rhodium white metallic paint with black leather seating for 5 – heated and cooled front seats, power driver and passenger seat, and 50.1 cubic ft. of cargo space behind second row seat, weighs 5,198 lbs., has a 122.8” wheelbase, is 200.8” long, 21” x 8” black and polished aluminum multi spoke wheels and 275/45R21 Bridgestone all season radials, 12.3” infotainment screen, surround vision camera setup, radar cruise control, wireless flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column, leather wrapped heated steering wheel, panoramic moon roof, navigation, 12 speaker Bose FM/AM-Satellite stereo, heated exterior automatic folding mirrors, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 323 horsepower 2.5 liter hybrid engine including an electric motor,369 lb. ft. of torque, eight speed automatic, all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 5.9 seconds and 113 mph top speed, $59,420.00 list price–built in Hofu, Japan, 56 MPGe highway rating, 25 mpg city/highway rating – 26 miles of electric-only range supplied with 4.5 hours of 240 volt charging at home, 18.5 gallon gas tank
George Gray of Pirate Radio helped review the new Mazda3 sedan:
Snowflake white pearl metallic paint with black leather seating for 5 – heated front seats, power driver and passenger seat, and 13 cubic ft. of cargo space behind second row seat, weighs 3,392 lbs., has a 107.3” wheelbase, is 183.5” long, 18” x 8” black aluminum multi spoke aluminum wheels and 215/45R18 Bridgestone Turanza all season radials, 10.25” infotainment screen, surround vision camera setup, radar cruise control, wireless flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column,leather wrapped heated steering wheel,navigation, 12 speaker Bose premium FM/AM-Satellite stereo, heated power exterior mirrors, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 227 horsepower 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engine with turbo and 310 lb. ft. of torque, six speed automatic, all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 5.6 seconds and 103 mph top speed, $38,265.00 list price–built in Hofu, Japan, 26 MPG combined rating, 23 mpg city rating, and 31 mpg highway rating – 409 miles of range from 13.2gallon tank
The Mazda was driven to Pirate Radio 104.7 so that George “Elvis” Gray could assist in reviewing the big SUV:
Rhodium white premium metallic paint with black deluxe leather seating for 7 – heated front and rear seats, 10 way power driver seat, all-weather package, and 15.9 cubic ft. of cargo space behind third row seats, weighs 5,243 lbs., has a 105.1” wheelbase, is 201.6” long, 21” – Dark gray two-toned finish multi spoke aluminumwheels and 275/45R21 Falken Ziex all season radials, premium plus trim, 12.3” infotainment screen including driver’s gauge cluster, surround vision camera setup, wireless phone charger, pushbutton and remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column, glass panoramic moonroof, leather wrapped heated steering wheel, 12 speaker premium Bose FM/AM-Satellite stereo, heated exterior mirrors, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 323 horsepower 2.5 liter hybrid four w/ 369 lb. ft. of torque, 8 speed automatictransmission with paddle shifters – all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 6.6 seconds and 120 mph top speed, $58,920.00 list price–built in Hofu, Japan, 25 MPG combined rating – 56 MPG MPGe rating – 488 miles of range with 18.5 gallon tank
George Gray at Pirate Radio 104.7FM was on hand to help me review the Mazda CX-30 with the following specifications:
Soul red crystal metallicpaint with black and brown perforated leather seating for 5 – 20 cubic ft. of cargo space and power lift gate, weighs 3,472 lbs., 173” long and has 104.4” wheelbase, 18” Black finished alloy wheels, with 215/55R18 Bridgestone Turanza EL450 all season radials, lane keep assist, forward and rear collision alert, radar cruise control, leather wrapped heated steering wheel, heads-up display, high definition rear camera with surround view, 8.8” infotainment screen, navigation, rear cross traffic alert, power moon roof, side blind zone alert, 12 speaker Bose AM/FM/satellite premium stereo sound system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 2.5 liter, 227 horsepower, turbo 4(torque is 310) – all wheel drive, 6 speed automatic with paddle shifters, zero to 60 in 5.8 seconds and 128 mph top speed, 30 mpg highway, 22 mpg city and 25 mpg combined rating – 12.7 gallon tank with 381 miles of range, $37,405.00 list price–built in the Salamanca, Mexico
George Gray of Pirate Radio gave an assist in reviewing the Miata Club:
Snowflake White Pearl metallic paint with black fabric-trimmed, seating for 2 – heated seats, and 5 cubic ft. of cargo space, weighs 2,384 lbs., 154.1″ long and has 90.9″ wheelbase, 17″ Black BBS alloy wheels, Brembo brakes, red front and rear with 205/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza S001 steel belted high performance radials, lane keep assist, forward and rear collision alert, radar cruise control, heated leather steering wheel, high definition rear camera, 7″ infotainment screen, rear cross traffic alert, side blind zone alert, 9 speaker Bose AM/FM/satellite premium stereo sound system, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, 181 horsepower, 2 liter four with 6 speed standard transmission, (torque is 151) – rear wheel drive, zero to 60 in 5.7 seconds and 140 mph top speed – 34 MPG highway, 26 city and 29 combined rating – 11.9 gallon tank and 405 miles of range, $37,510.00 list price – built in the Hiroshima plant – Japan
George Gray at Pirate Radio 104.7 helped review the 2023 Mazda:
Wind Chill pearl metallic paint with black and brown leather seating for 5 – heated front and rear seats and air conditioned front seats – 31 cubic ft. of cargo space, weighs 3,866 lbs., has a 110.8” wheelbase and is 185.8” long, 20” – gloss black aluminum spoke wheels and 245/45R20 Goodyear Eagle Touring all season radials, 10.25” multimedia infotainment screen, rear vision camera setup, wireless flatbed phone charger, pushbutton and remote starter, tilt and telescope steering column, navigation, heated steering wheel, 12 speaker Bose premium FM/AM-Satellite stereo, heated exterior folding mirrors, power tailgate, moon roof, and Android / Apple integration, radar cruise control, lane change alert and tracing assist, rear cross traffic alert, and blind spot warning, 2.5 liter turbo four engine with 227 horsepower, 310 ft. lb. of torque, six speed automatic transmission, zero to 60 in 6.6 seconds, 142 mph top speed – all wheel drive, $43,970.00list price –built Madison, Alabama, fuel economy (29 highway 25 combined 23 city),15.9 gallon tank with 461 mi. range
George Gray gave an assist in reviewing the Mazda CX-30:
setup, radar cruise control, flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column, heated leather wrapped steering wheel, navigation, Mazda premium FM/AM-Satellite stereo with 12 speakers, black Mazda badging, heated folding exterior mirrors, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 227 horsepower four cylinder turbo engine, 310 lb. ft. of torque, six speed automatic with standard all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 5.8 seconds and 106 mph top speed, $38,955.00 list price, built in Salamanca, Mexico, 30 MPG highway rating, 25 mpg combined rating, 22 mpg city rating, 22.5 gallon gas tank with range of 495 
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