Mazda Motor Corporation was founded in 1920 in Hiroshima, Japan, originally as a cork manufacturer. It pivoted to three-wheeled trucks and eventually passenger cars, gaining global recognition through the rotary Wankel engine and the iconic RX-7. Mazda is known for its KODO design philosophy and the Skyactiv technology suite, which prioritizes efficiency without sacrificing driving feel. The company formed a manufacturing partnership with Toyota and operates a joint venture assembly plant in the United States. In Southeast Asia, Mazda assembles vehicles in Thailand through Auto Alliance Thailand, a joint venture with Ford.