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Mazda Feature Highlight: i-ACTIVSENSE

Automotive safety has come a long way since the days of seat belts, airbags and, well, little else. These days, in fact, it’s not just the driver that has to worry about keeping everyone in the vehicle safe. Because now the vehicle helps, too. Yes, driver attentiveness and safe driving habits will always be the best way to get to and from your destination safe and sound. But now your Mazda has an active part to play in keeping everyone safe, as well. And that’s thanks to Mazda’s i-ACTIVSENSE advanced safety technologies. Read the rest of this entry »

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Features to Look for in a Used Car for a Teen

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare. Or maybe it will be the best day ever, if you need help running errands and hauling the younger kids around. It’s the day your teen gets their driver’s license. Immediately after they get their license – or, who are we kidding, in the weeks and months leading up to it – they’re going to be begging you to get them a vehicle. And they’re going to want the most stylish, sporty, powerful vehicle on the market. You know, the one with all the bells and whistles and latest tech toys. And maybe they’ve been a great kid up to this point, so you’re going to spoil them a little. Or maybe you’re going to get them a reliable used vehicle for their starter car. If that’s the case, here’s what to look for in a used car for a teen. Read the rest of this entry »

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Making the Most of Thanksgiving in Portsmouth NH

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and that means families all across the country will soon be sitting down at tables filled with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and a vast selection of other Thanksgiving delicacies. They’ll gather together to fill their bellies and reflect on everything they’re thankful for. But Thanksgiving is about so much more than just somber reflection and an overly-full stomach. It’s also about taking advantage of a couple days off work to truly enjoy the company of family and friends. Thankfully (see what we did there?), we live in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, where there’s no shortage of fun Thanksgiving activities. To help you get started, we decided to put together a little guide that’s sure to help you make the most of your long Thanksgiving weekend. Read the rest of this entry »

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Portsmouth NH Area Food Pantry Locations

Now that the calendar has turned to November, people are invariably beginning to think about their upcoming Thanksgiving feasts. But it’s also important to remember the people in our area who aren’t going to have enough food for Thanksgiving – or for any other day of the year. So in the spirit of the season, we thought we’d put the spotlight on a few of the organizations in the Portsmouth area that make it their mission to make sure everyone has enough to eat. We’re blessed to have a number of food pantries throughout Portsmouth. And while we’re only listing three here, every one of the others deserve our appreciation and support as well. So let’s join together and make sure everyone in our community has enough food to enjoy Thanksgiving and beyond. Read the rest of this entry »

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2017 Mazda CX-3 Available Package Features

There aren’t a whole lot of new features in the 2017 Mazda CX-3 when compared to the 2016 model year version, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a ton to get excited about. Each trim level received new upgrades both inside and out, including new standard features like new wheels, new safety features, new driver assistance systems and new connectivity and entertainment features. But the fun doesn’t have to stop there. The 2017 Mazda CX-3 also comes with two new available packages which allow you to customize your new CX-3 so it perfectly matches your needs. It also has two available premium exterior paint options – crystal while pearl and soul red metallic – to choose from for further customization. Read the rest of this entry »

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Things To Do on a Rainy Day in Portsmouth NH

Fall means many things. Unfortunately, rain is usually close to the top of the list. And anyone with kids knows how unruly and antsy a rainy day can become once boredom sets in. But you don’t have to be gripped with fear every time a storm cloud begins to roll in. You just have to remember we live in and around Portsmouth, NH, where there’s always something fun to do no matter what the weather is like outside. To help you get started, we compiled a list of three of our favorite rainy day activities in and around Portsmouth. Go ahead and check them out, and never fear the boredom of a rainy day again. Read the rest of this entry »

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Used Vehicle Financing Options at Seacoast Mazda

Here at Seacoast Mazda, we talk a lot about our expansive selection of used vehicles. That’s because we want people to know we’re more than just a new Mazda dealer. Yes, we take a great amount of pride in our extensive selection of new Mazda models, but we also have a lot of pride in our used inventory. We have used vehicles of every make and model you can imagine, from Volkswagen to Ford to Honda to Jeep to Kia to Toyota and beyond. And these aren’t just junkers thrown aside by their previous owners because they were no longer up to the task of being a reliable mode of transportation. All of our pre-owned vehicles must pass through a thorough inspection process before making it onto our lot. And since we know financial restraints are sometimes the reason people shop used, we make sure to have a variety of financing options for our customers looking to purchase a model from our Seacoast Mazda used lot. Read the rest of this entry »

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Best Pumpkin Patches Around Portsmouth NH

It’s almost that time of the year again. That time when children and adults alike play dress-up while going around gorging themselves on candy. That time when entire neighborhoods open their doors to each other to supply that candy while also trying to give each other a friendly scare. That’s right, it’s almost Halloween. We hope you’ve got your costumes ready and your candy bowls full. We even hope you have a few fun tricks up your sleeve to make the most out of the holiday. But while all of those things are important, nothing is more important to Halloween than your friendly, or scary, Jack-O’-Lantern. So in the spirit of the season, we thought we’d help you in your search for the best pumpkin with these fine pumpkin patches around Portsmouth, NH. Read the rest of this entry »

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2017 Mazda3 New Trim Options and Features

The 2017 Mazda3 has arrived and we’ve got it right here at Seacoast Mazda in Portsmouth, NH. All 2017 Mazda3 trim levels come packed with upgrades and new features. Headlining those additions is Mazda’s new G-Vectoring Control, which uses the engine to refine steering and handling to match driver inputs and is the first in a series of new-generation vehicle motion control technologies collectively known as SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS. But while most everything in and about the 2017 Mazda3 has been made more impressive, one aspect has been simplified – its trim options. So let’s take a look at what that means for you. Read the rest of this entry »

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2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Release Date and MSRP

It’s an exciting time for us here at Seacoast Mazda in Portsmouth, NH, and it should be an exciting one for you, too. That’s because we’re gearing up for the arrival of the new 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. October has been a big month for the 2017 MX-5 Miata RF, as production on the vehicle began and a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) has been announced. All that, along with the mind-blowing features found in the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, have us anxiously awaiting its arrival with bated breath. Read the rest of this entry »