Mazda Motor Corporation’s latest Mazda Roadster, better known as MX-5 outside Japan has been rated the 2015-2016 Car of the Year Japan. Also one of our favorite vehicles, the all-new Roadster is the 6th model in Mazda’s latest generation of sporty cars that incorporate the SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY and KODO – Soul of Motion design. As you might know, SKYACTIV is the next-gen technology and includes gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, body and chassis components. All of them are developed under Mazda’s Sustainable Zoom-Zoom vision. Apparently, this lightweight and flexible two-seater offers front engine rear-wheel drive bad boy is especially created to deliver tons of adrenaline and positive emotions.
With the latest model, Mazda aimed for even more refined and more pleasurable drive and in its ever-burning ambition to deliver better and better vehicles managed to lower the overall weight with 100 kilograms, made it with a bit wider interior, and easy to open and close and also expanded the luggage space a bit. And all this with the exceptional Mazda quality.
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In terms of participating in the Car of the Year Japan event, only passenger vehicles with expected annual sales of over 500 units are eligible for this year’s edition.
We have told you a lot about the latest Roadster made by Mazda. What do you think about this beauty?
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BBR is one of the most famous tuning brands that excel in modifying Mazda vehicles. Now, it launches its first and much anticipated engine, suspension and brake upgrades for the latest ND versions of the MX-5. Thus the new Mazda SkyActiv engine will receive BBR’s ‘Super 160’ for the 1.5-litre models, as well as ‘Super 175+’ and ‘Super 190’ for the larger 2.0-litre. In this way they will deliver astonishing power gains across the rev range and three will be no loss of driveability.
Mazda has just released a range topping MX-5 Sport Recaro Limited Edition. The model is based on the Sport Nav trim, equipped with the 2.0-litre 160PS engine. The Sport Recaro will be limited to just 600 cars, which will have the advantage of additional exclusivity and sporty styling enhancements.
The second running of the Race of Remembrance will witness Mission Motorsport once again. The event will be honored with a special motorsport event at the Anglesey circuit in North Wales. His year’s race will embrace a battle between 45 teams and a track of 1000km around the well-known Welsh circuit. Being sponsored by Mazda UK, the event will take place in aid of Mission Motorsport: a charity campaign that uses motorsport events to provide respite, rehab and vocational support for people who are affected by military operations.
What’s better than a Mazda MX-5? Two Mazda MX-5s! Yes, the Japanese company is revealing not one but two lightweight concepts at the SEMA Show. The first one is a Spyder, while the second is Speedster and both are based on the latest variant of the MX-5. What is so special about these two?
Mazda MX-5 RS Roadster edition has just been introduced to the Japanese market. The car is all about driving fun and the ‘RS’ designation comes as a proof. The ‘RS’ in the name of this MX-5 also comes with additional interior and exterior equipment as well as advanced safety and technology features.
Mazda has done its best to add to the award-winning KODO – Soul of Motion design idea with the demonstration of Mazda KOERU today at the 2015 Frankfurt International Motor Show. The latest crossover SUV concept is expected to be a major influence for the fast-growing SUV arena.
Forza Horizon 2 was only a purchase, but with it David Goss of Missouri recieved a fresh out-of-the-fabric 2016 MX-5 Miata. How? Today, at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles, Goss defeated Colton Miller of Indiana in the Mazda MX-5 Challenge, especially created by Mazda and Xbox, which grants the car as a prize. In fact, each one of the two participants received a all-new 2016 Mazda MX-5 vehicle. How cool is that?
Bose announced, that the MX-5 Miata roadster will be blasting out music from an even better audio system. With all the further improvements, the 2016 MX-5 will grant its drivers the pleasure of high and smooth performance, along with high-quality audio experience. Let’s see what’s the different this time in the latest Mazda family member.
Mazda is currently testing the new MX-5 Cup racer at Mazda Raceway. This is part of the development process of the 2016 model, which will actually include series of tests. They will happen also in public in all remaining race weekends during the 2015 MX-5 Cup season.
It is lighter, faster and more reliable. The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is here to show incredible style and performance. With improved power to weight ratio and the rear-wheel drive, this is one of the best compact sports car, that Mazda has ever built. We have followed the building process from the beginning, but we are still amazed what the 2016 MX-5 has to offer the audience.
Madza MX-5 is one of the most appreciated cars worldwide and its latest generation has just entered production. So, to make some noise around it, the company has released details around its specifications and UK-bounded pricing. In addition, the car is also scheduled to make debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed.