2019 Mazda3 Sedan vs Hatchback: Which One Is Right for You?

The Mazda3 is one of the best-selling sedans and has been since 2013. It has no competitors, according to Mazda. The company proudly states that it is pushing the limits of car design and the human experience with automobiles.  The Mazda3 has benefited from changes in design, and there are a number of reasons why it offers a new driving experience. Here are four of them. more What's Inside Matters Mazda paid a lot of attention to the interior of the 2019 Mazda3. The increased focus on comfort and ambiance shows. When you open the door and sit down, you notice a layered dashboard in front of you. Metal components are used as tasteful accents with leather touches thoughtfully stitched in place. Every knob, button, and slide operates with refined quality and smoothness. Even the click of the indicator sounds more upscale. In order to design an optimal sitting experience, Mazda went through painstaking efforts to analyze the human body. They studied how it moves in order to improve the way the front seats support the back and spine. The consensus is that it worked. This kind of attention to detail makes driving this sedan a pleasure. Strong Handling The Mazda3 handles well and it is fun to whip around. Different from earlier models, the 2019 model benefits from improved all-around handling. While agility is still an important focus, other elements of the driving experience are addressed as well. For example, the steering is ultra-responsive to the driver's movements. Bumps are overcome with grace because while still felt, the impact is absorbed in one motion instead of a few, jerky ones. Looks Great Mazda has reduced the number of sharp angles present in its earlier models, in favor of cleaner, simpler lines. The design adopts the idea of a single motion. Along with the adjustments in body shape, the painting process was enhanced as well. Special paints that bend and interact with light in new ways are used to bring a novel sense of depth to the exterior. Quiet Cabin Another engaging feature of the 2019 Mazda3 is the enhanced sound treatment around the interior cabin. Constant road vibrations and noises can diminish the enjoyment of driving. In harmony with Mazda's move toward more luxury features, the cabin of the Mazda3 sedan is outstandingly quiet. The efforts at increasing the number of sound dampening materials, and reducing the holes and cracks, have paid off. An example of this redesign is seen in the speakers. Historically, they have been mounted on the doors. Now, they have been positioned just in front of the doors. This reduces the number of cut-outs in the doors and thus the amount of exterior noise. This change also improves the quality of sound emitted from the speakers. The 2019 Mazda3 pushes limits and explores new horizons in automotive design. The attention to detail shows beautifully in the interior design and exterior modifications. It handles well and provides an enjoyable driving experience. Come and see for yourself at your local dealership. Image via MazdaUSA.com

College is a unique time in anyone's life. Over the course of a few precious years, teens get the chance to have the time of their lives, but they also begin to realize what being an adult feels like. From getting to class on time to going on a weekend adventure with friends, a car plays a major role in all of this. The Mazda3 has all the qualities to become a college student's faithful companion. more An Excellent Base Trim and Great Fuel Economy College years can get expensive and many college-bound students have to save money everywhere they can. The Mazda3 offers excellent fuel economy, going 24 miles in city traffic with one gallon of gas and 32 miles on the highway. This means you can drive your car to college every day without it making a significant dent in your budget, but also go on an occasional weekend getaway with friends. Mazda3 drivers also save money on features, as the base trim offers a variety of features that are only available as options for other vehicles. It comes with standard 16-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, taillights, daytime running lights, a rearview camera, and a massive 8.8-inch touch-screen display, among many others. Spacious and Comfortable Interior The Mazda3's cabin is as elegant as it is functional. The materials used throughout the interior are not only great looking but also a good quality fit for the sometimes hectic college life. All the car's main functions can be accessed via the touch-screen, but physical controls and voice commands are also available, making everything easy to use while driving. The standard sound system is an 8-speaker with HD radio that can be upgraded to a crisp-sounding 12-speaker Bose audio system. Smartphone connectivity is crucial for most drivers nowadays and especially college students. The Mazda3 makes it a breeze with everyone in the car being able to easily connect their smartphones through Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, or USB. Overall, the car's interior has the looks, durability, and technology to perfectly fit a college-bound student's lifestyle. Excellent Active Safety Features Safety is a major issue for any driver, and college students are no different. The Mazda3 comes with plenty of very helpful active safety systems that are designed to monitor everything happening around the car and help the driver through difficult situations. It features functions such as blind-spot monitoring, which detects any vehicles that enter the Mazda's blind spot, rear cross-traffic alert that detects cars approaching from the side, or the smart brake support that is able to detect any vehicle, pedestrian, or bicycle in the car's path and automatically apply the brakes, to name a few. College-bound students need all the help they can get, and a reliable car is definitely high on the list of things that can make their lives easier. The Mazda3 is the ideal choice, being not only trustworthy but also rich in modern technology and absolutely gorgeous both inside and out. Check out our lineup of the Mazda3 for sale in Wichita today at Davis-Moore Mazda. Image via MazdaUSA.com

Are you planning a party but have no idea what to do for the food? Just bring in a food truck! You'll provide your guests with quality, tasty food they'll love, and you can get back to hosting the party. Since there are so many delicious food truck options, we've compiled a shortlist of four of Wichita's best-rated trucks. more 1. Funky Monkey Munchies While some food trucks consistently use just one menu for the food they serve, Funky Monkey Munchies has a rotating menu. This means you could use Funky Monkey Munchies for several parties and enjoy a variety of delicious, organic-based food. This food truck takes a classic item and puts a tasty spin on it, like cherry cheesecake waffles, for example. A menu item you'll have to try is the jalapeno popper rolls. Dip these rolls in Funky Monkey Munchies's sweet chili sauce, and your taste buds will experience sweet and spicy all at once. 2. The Flying Stove The Flying Stove also changes up their menu to keep you coming back for more of their delicious food. The level of flavor they pack into each dish will leave you satisfied and wanting more at the same time. The menu generally consists of tacos, sandwiches, burgers, and fries, but with their own flair to each item. You can't go wrong with their bleu cheeseburger, kale grilled cheese sandwich, or truffle fries. If you want something delicious that's sure to please the whole crowd, bring in The Flying Stove. 3. LumpiaPalooza If you've never tried lumpia before, you definitely should. Lumpia is essentially the Filipino version of a spring roll, but LumpiaPalooza makes lumpia with quite a variety of ingredients. The owners of LumpiaPalooza first opened a restaurant in Wichita called the Parsnipity Cafe, which is now no longer open. The owners decided to stick with just the food truck, so if you want the best lumpia in town, order from LumpiaPalooza. You can order a classic lumpia with sweet and sour sauce or try something completely different, like a macaroni and cheese lumpia or even a cookie dough lumpia. 4. Noble House Hawaiian Plate If you want a more Hawaiian-themed menu, check out Noble House Hawaiian. While Noble House Hawaiian is a restaurant based in Wichita, you won't want to pass up the opportunity to bring a taste of Hawaii to your guests by bringing in their food truck or team of caterers. The menu consists of several plate lunch variations, so you can go classic or try something very different. For instance, you can order the Hulihuli Chicken, which consists of marinated and charbroiled chicken, or Lau Lau, which consists of a piece of pork and butterfish wrapped steamed in a taro leaf and tea leaf. Noble House Hawaiian also caters sushi. Take a load off your event planning. Bring in any one of these four food trucks, and your guests won't be able to stop talking about how good the food was for the rest of the day. Image via Pixabay by kendallpools