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  • Mazda Shows the Back of MX-5 Miata Concept Ahead of Chicago Debut

    The first-generation MX-5 Miata was introduced in 1989 during the auto saloon in Chicago. Mazda presented there the qualities of the car, which are still incorporated in the current model: it is a fun-to-drive vehicle, which is lightweight, has an open-roof, and it is sports-oriented. Since then more than 949,000 MX-5s were sold and hundreds of awards won.

    This year at the same show, Mazda will reveal a 2016 MX-5 accessories design concept. It will give some hints of what the future Miata would look like. In addition, the car will be also equipped with equipment which is intended to appeal to those looking to personalize their vehicle.

    For the first time the company will also show three MX-5 merchandise design concepts from Mazda’s upcoming Heritage Collection. These are apparel collections inspired by key themes of the past, present and future of the brand.

    We will definitely have to wait until Friday for the full reveal of the car. However, we can get some impression from the teaser image that Mazda gas released. The photo displays the back of the 2016 MX-5 Miata which features exclusive accessories.

    At the rear we see new lip spoiler and diffuser-style lower valance. We sincerely hope that it is made of carbon fiber! There is also the typical for the vehicle design, so there is nothing surprisingly different about it.

    Except for the debuts, Mazda will be also hosting a number of activities throughout the show. For instance, the visitors of the show will be treated to live ESPN Radio broadcasts with “Carmen and Jurko” and “Waddle and Silvy”.

    There will be also free autograph signings with NHL legend Jeremy Roenick, former Chicago Bulls star Stacey King and former “Rookie of the Year” and All-Star Chicago Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood. For those interested in test drives: the latest Mazda vehicles will be held outside of the convention center ready for a ride.

    Source: Mazda 

  • Mazda Teams up with Xbox for Forza Horizon 2 Livery Design Contest

    2016-Mazda-Mx-6-XBOX-THUMBMazda is teaming up with Xbox for the release of the 2016 MX-5. For this purpose it is launching livery design contest which is now available at Forza Horizon 2 game. The players are allowed to virtually tour the new Miata and then enter the competition. The best design will be featured in the aforementioned game and then gifted to all players. It is for the second consecutive year that Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) is teaming up with Xbox.

    This time the reason is to promote the launch of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 and give Forza Horizon 2 players the chance to enter the livery design contest. Both companies have prepared an interactive experience with the car information on the design contest. This will be available through the Mazda branded hub on Xbox 360 and Xbox One.

    The contest will last until 4th January, 2015. Forza Horizon 2 players will get the chance to design the livery for the 1994 Mazda MX-5 that is featured in the game. There will be two finalists, who will win a trip in March to South by Southwest 2015 for the final design showdown. The better design will walk away with a new 55-inch curved TV, audio music system, Xbox One Kinect console and one MadCatz Racing Wheel.

    What is more, the winning design will be made available for free in the Forza Horizon 2 for all Xbox One and Xbox 360 users.

    2016 Mazda MX-5 made an official world premiere this year. The latest edition of the best-selling two-seater roadster is the sportiest one ever created by the company. It fully embodies Mazda’s KODO – Soul of Motion design theme.  Under the bonnet the car has a SKYACTIV-G petrol engine that drives the rear wheels.

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    Source: Mazda

  • Mazda Motorsports Releases Global MX-5 Cup Racecar

    Mazda-Global-MX-5-Cup-Racecar-THUMBMazda MX-5 Miata is one of the best selling roadsters around the globe. In addition, this is the most road-raced car in the world and its fourth generation has been just released. At the SEMA show the Japanese company announced that the new 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be raced in a new Global Cup series in North America, Europe and Asia. The racings will culminate at the end of 2016 with a Global Shootout at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey in California.

    Unfortunately Mazda did released only pictures of the Mazda Global MX-5 Cup racecar. There are no final specifications released, equipment details or technical partners for the car. The only thing confirmed by Mazda is that the cup racecar will be equipped with a 2.0 liter SKYACTIV-G four cylinder engine.

    In fact, the car is currently in development. From this winter Mazda Motorsports will select the optimum tires, suspension and powertrain and safety modifications.  The final specifications will be announced in 2015. Then will be also the time when Mazda will be ready to accept orders.

    Full details of the Global MX-5 Cup, including which countries will be involved and when the races will take place, is soon to be announced. 2016 Mazda MX-5 was revealed officially in the beginning of September with events held simultaneously in Japan, USA and Spain. The car will enter the global markets in 2015.

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    Source: Mazda

     

  • Mazda MX-5 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Debuts At Goodwood

    Mazda-MX-5-25th-Anniversary-Limited-Edition-THUMBMazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe 25th Anniversary Limited Edition also carries the name Miata and was previously introduced in April. The car is currently getting readied to go on sale with a start date 1st of August. With this limited edition MX-5, the company celebrates 25 years of the iconic two-seater. The anniversary car will make its official debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed. Of course, as a special edition it will feature unique exterior and interior design characteristics. It will be produced in a limited number – only 1000, which will carry the Limited Edition numbered external badging.

    The anniversary MX-5 roadster is driven by a 2.0-litre, 160 hp (118 kW) powerplant, which is matched with a six-speed manual transmission. The car can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in under 8 seconds on its way to a top speed of 136 mph top speed.

    This limited edition use as a basis the MX-5 Roadster Coupe 2.0 litre Sport Tech Nav. However, it is characterized by its unique Soul Red Metallic paint finish that is complemented by Brilliant Black door mirrors, A-pillars and power-operated retractable hardtop roof.

    Miata, which stands for roadster in Japanese, runs on 17-inch Dark Gunmetal alloy wheels. It also carries a new rear diffuser and chrome exhaust trim. The interior features Light Stone leather with contrasting red stitching on the seats, steering wheel, gearshift and handbrake lever as well as 25th Anniversary logo embossed on the headrests.

    Hand-painted Dark Red dashboard decoration panel, Brilliant Black roll-over bar covers, alloy pedal set and 25th Anniversary stainless steel scuff plates complete the interior design. At last, a technology feature is the 6.1-inch touch screen Mazda Navigation System with Bluetooth and USB connectivity, an integrated CD, radio and DVD player.

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    Source: Mazda

  • Roadster Enthusiasts to celebrate 20 Years of Mazda MX-5 at Le Mans

    This year, the world’s most legendary endurance race will be venue for the 20th anniversary celebration of the world’s most loved roadster: the Mazda MX-5. First shown at the Chicago Motor Show in February 1989, the original Mazda MX-5 (called Miata at the time) triggered a rebirth of the two-seat roadster. (more…)