Consumer Reports awarded Mazda first place in its global safety ranking, Safety Verdict. In Panama, Grupo Silaba – exclusive distributor of the brand – receives the Volume Increase Award 2025 for the second consecutive year, driven by confidence in its vehicles.
Mazda was named the safest car brand in the world by Consumers Reports, through the Safety Verdict, a standard that rigorously and comprehensively evaluated vehicle safety performance in real-world conditions.
The Safety Verdict analyzed four key dimensions: accident prevention through advanced technologies, braking performance, emergency maneuvers, occupant protection against different types of impact and ease of use of controls. Mazda excelled in all of these areas thanks to its focus on intuitive physical controls, standard i-Activsense technology, and predictable handling that builds driver confidence.
This achievement reflects the human-centered engineering philosophy: Each vehicle is designed so that driving feels natural and instinctive, allowing risks to be anticipated before technology intervenes.
“Consumer Reports confirms what Panamanian drivers experience every day: choosing Mazda means choosing peace of mind and technological innovation”, indicated Carlos Alberto Vergara, Mazda Brand Manager.
In Panama, Silaba Groupexclusive distributor of Mazda, also celebrates the Volume Increase Award 2025 for the second consecutive year, standing out among 12 global markets for its growth in sales.
“The award for increase in sales volume reflects Grupo Silaba’s commitment to quality and the trust that our customers place in us. We will continue working to offer the best combination of product and service in the country”, said Jorge Díaz del Castillo P., CEO of Grupo Silaba.
About Silaba Group
Grupo Silaba, founded in 1991, is a Panamanian company with 35 years of experience in the automotive sector, standing out as an exclusive distributor of recognized brands such as Kia, Mazda, Omoda | Jaecoo and Karry. With nine branches and around 500 employees, its mission is to lead the automotive industry in Panama, offering high-quality products and services that exceed the expectations of its customers, while promoting ethical and innovative management. Its vision focuses on being an exemplary, avant-garde company committed to continuous improvement, supported by a motivated and service-oriented team.
