Mazda gave an update on his situation

Since Friday morning (GMT), the north-eastern Japan was severely hit by earthquakes of very high power and a particularly devastating tsunami.

The head office of Mazda and its assembly plants are located in Hiroshima has about 1,000 miles southwest of affected areas. Although the tremors have been felt, no claim has been postponed. The staff of the brand is until further order healthy and sound.

For Mazda, the current priority remains ensuring the safety of employees of its suppliers in the affected areas. That is why Mazda has decided to suspend production at its Hiroshima and Hofu sites rotating night of March 14 the night of March 16. An announcement regarding changes in production schedule from March 17, will be made quickly.

Mazda wants to share all his greeting of sympathy and encouragement with people in distress in the country. Spontaneously, Mazda will donate 30 million yen (approximately $ 430,000 CDN) to help symbolically to the rebuilding of the region. Company of Hiroshima, a heavy history of tests, observe the evolution of the situation and provide, as necessary, equipment and personnel.