Mazda Motor of America, Inc.

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) serves as the regional arm of Mazda Motor Corporation, a Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer. Headquartered in Irvine, California, MNAO is responsible for the sales, marketing, parts and service, customer support, and research and development of Mazda vehicles across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Colombia. The company's mission is to enrich life-in-motion for its customers by delivering engaging driving experiences, innovative vehicle technology, and premium customer service, embodying Mazda's 'Driving Matters' philosophy and Kodo design language.

MNAO oversees the distribution and support of Mazda's diverse vehicle lineup in North America, which includes popular models such as the Mazda3, CX-30, CX-5, CX-50, CX-70, CX-90, and MX-5 Miata. The company is committed to sustainable mobility, offering hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models as part of Mazda's multi-solution electrification strategy. MNAO manages a comprehensive network of approximately 795 dealers throughout its operational regions.

As of April 1, 2023, Tom Donnelly assumed the role of President and CEO of MNAO, reporting to Jeff Guyton, who transitioned to Chief Financial Officer of Mazda Motor Corporation while retaining oversight of North American operations. In May 2026, MNAO reported total April sales of 31,128 vehicles, marking a 17.3 percent decrease compared to April 2025, though it achieved best-ever April sales for the CX-50 Hybrid and its best April in Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) history. Mazda vehicles consistently earn high safety ratings, with the brand receiving eight 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), more than any other brand.