4 Reasons the Mazda CX5 Is an Amazing Compact SUV

Keeping your family safe and entertained while on the road is easy with Mazda's 2019 lineup. With numerous safety features, smart technology, and entertainment options, you'll likely hear less complaining when it's time to load up the family and go. more Mazda CX-3 The 2019 Mazda CX-3 is a five-passenger crossover, making it a great option for smaller families. It's available in three trim levels — Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. The Sport comes with cloth seats. Families with small children that could spill snacks and drinks may prefer the Touring, which has leatherette seats, or the Grand Touring, which has leather seats. The CX-3 has 60/40 fold-down seats in the back. The CX-3 comes standard with the Mazda Connect Infotainment System, which allows the kids to be entertained while on the road. Stream your favorite music from Aha, Pandora, and Stitcher internet radio, or connect your device via Bluetooth. When it comes to keeping the kids safe while on the road, the CX-3 has your family covered. Standard safety equipment includes front airbags with passenger-weight sensors, front side-impact airbags, side-impact air curtains with rollover protection, side-impact door beams, and smart city brake support. Mazda CX-9 For the family that likes to hit the bike trails or spend the day boating, the Mazda CX-9 is a great option. This midsize three-row SUV is capable of hauling your boat or trailer up to 3,500 pounds. It's available in three trim levels — Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. Parents will appreciate the luxurious interior with Nappa leather and genuine Santos Rosewood accents. Kids will appreciate the ability to jam to tunes via the available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The CX-9 has room for seven passengers, making it a good option for larger families. The SUV features a 60/40 split fold-down and reclining second-row seats with tilt and slide third-row access, and 50/50 split fold-down third-row seats. Keep your family safe with the available i-ACTIV AWD system, which monitors the outside temperature, braking patterns, and more and adjusts the power delivery to give your tires the proper traction. Additionally, the available i-ACTIVSENSE safety features include radar cruise control with stop and go, smart brake support with collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Mazda3 Sedan The Mazda3 Sedan is a five-passenger vehicle with several packages to suit your family's needs, including the Sedan, Select, Preferred, and Premium. The Sedan and Select models have cloth-trimmed sport seats, while the Preferred and Premium models have leatherette-trimmed sport seats, making for easier cleanup.  All models include a 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback. Listen to music or podcasts on the Mazda Connect infotainment system via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, or the kids can choose to plug in their own devices to one of two USB audio inputs. Step up to the Preferred model to enjoy beats coming out of the Bose 12-speaker premium audio system. Safety features available on the sedan include a rearview camera, whiplash-reducing front seat headrests, dynamic stability control with a traction control system, advanced dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, side-impact air curtains, and driver's and front passenger's knee airbags. Whether your crew is big or small, there's a 2019 Mazda that's just right for your family. Image via Flickr by Gonmi

If you love the type of heart-pounding excitement found only behind the wheel of a premium sports car, check out the 2019 Mazda MX-5. This convertible roadster delivers outstanding performance, lively acceleration, and incredibly agile handling. Add this next level of performance to the MX-5's comfortable, attractive cabin, and you've got an all-around winner. Available Trim Levels Choose your 2019 MX-5 Miata from a lineup of three trim levels: Sport, Club, and Grand Touring. Every trim comes standard with rear-wheel drive and a manual-folding soft top. more Stick with the stock six-speed manual gearbox or outfit any trim level with an optional six-speed automatic. The Club and Grand Touring trims are available in the RF model, which features a power-retractable hardtop. Engine Performance For the upcoming model release, you'll find a new engine under the hood of the MX-5 touting even more power. Engineers squeezed another 26 horsepower out of the four-cylinder engine for a total of 181 ponies. This two-seater is quick off the line and eager to tackle those winding roads. All this extra power delivers a noticeably livelier feel and a more memorable experience. Timeless Appeal Let your eyes race down the MX-5's sleek lines and captivating design inspired by the classic roadster. With a choice of black or brown soft-tops, dress your Miata to suit your personal style. Signature round taillights are reminiscent of the original design that rolled off Mazda's production line almost 30 years ago. Stunning available LED daytime running lights give the front fascia an athletic appearance, while the sharply sloped hood conveys forward motion, even at a standstill. Interior Design The new MX-5 is more than just a high-performance machine. Its interior is just as attractive, with a modern, appealing design. The cabin is comfortable and spacious, and the available Recaro premium sports seats are well-bolstered for added performance. Move up to the top trim, the Grand Touring, and discover leather upholstery and automatic climate control. This Mazda offers a very modest luggage compartment. However, cargo space isn't the reason you're going to love this classy convertible. Driver-Assistance Systems For the upcoming model year, the engineers at Mazda equipped the MX-5 with a standard rearview camera, newly available traffic sign recognition, and Mazda's pre-crash safety technology called Smart City Brake Support. Choose from a variety of available driver-assistance features, including blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic warnings, and lane-departure alerts. There's also automatic emergency braking, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing wipers. Advanced Technology Features Mazda's user-friendly Connect infotainment system comes with a responsive 7-inch touchscreen, a six-speaker audio system, two USB ports, advanced keyless entry, and Bluetooth, all standard in every trim. Upgrade to available technology features like integrated navigation, a nine-speaker Bose audio system, and satellite radio. If you're in the market for a fun-to-drive roadster that broke the mold, the MX-5 should be at the top of your must-try list. With its slew of amenities and reasonable price tag, indulge yourself with a test drive today or check out our inventory of the new Mazda MX-5 Miata for sale in Wichita. Image via Davis-MooreMazda.com

The Thanksgiving holiday is fast approaching, and Wichita, Kansas, is ready to celebrate. Are you? Here's a guide to how to enjoy the 2018 holiday season in Wichita this year. The Arc of Sedgwick County As we enter the month of November, various places in town are gearing up for the holiday and are helping locals do the same. The Arc of Sedgwick County is a community center specifically focused on helping families and people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and hosts two awesome Thanksgiving dinners. more The Thankful Feast and Dance is hosted by Cross Road Church. All of the classic Thanksgiving dishes are provided, and guests are welcomed and served by volunteers. This dinner is free to attendees, but donations are encouraged to support the other dances The Arc hosts every Tuesday night throughout the year. Invitees include anyone with intellectual or developmental disabilities, their families, and staff members. The second Thanksgiving event hosted by The Arc is the "Friendsgiving" meal for the Young Adult Club. On November 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., guests can enjoy good food and a great time. This event is also free of charge, but attendees are asked to bring something yummy to share. RSVPs are appreciated by November 12. Final Friday Gallery Crawl Once you've had your turkey and stuffing, the holidays are just getting started. The Final Friday Gallery Crawl is one of Wichita's most popular cultural events. The day after Thanksgiving, various art galleries in Wichita will be open. Both regional and local artists have their work on display, and many will be for sale. You may even find a beautiful and unique gift for someone you love. Get started in the Commerce Street Art District on Commerce Street, south of Waterman Street, and head to the Old Town Square. Check out the entertainment section of the Wichita Eagle to see more information about which places are open. Don't just shop this Black Friday; take in some beautiful artwork. Kyle and Monte Christmas Musical The Kyle and Monte Christmas Musical is a fun and hilarious way to bring in the holiday season. This musical comedy has shows on November 16-18, 23-25, and 28-30 and throughout the month of December. Each night, the doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Enjoy dinner and drinks from the cafe in the Roxy's theater. This show is rated PG-13, so it's best enjoyed with friends or co-workers. Tickets start at $20 for economy seats, $27 for standard seats, and $30 for premium seats. Get there early for happy hour from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. You must be at least 18 years old for entry without an adult and 21 to grab a drink. Whether you're looking to enjoy an extra Thanksgiving meal or ready to jump into the holiday season with Christmas fun, Wichita has plenty of events to help you get the most out of Thanksgiving. Enjoy your holiday season! Wishing you a Happy Holiday season from all of us at Davis-Moore Mazda! Photo by fuchsia.berry | Licensed under cc BY-ND 2.0