Mazda Miata (Page 3)

Mazda's little roadster is a legend. What it's done for motorsports, the enthusiast community, and those suffering from mid-life crises is beyond measure. And that's not even mentioning the hairdressers who have transportation thanks to the cute little convertible. But one of the competing designs which Mazda considered for their interpretation of the British sports car had front-wheel drive. What would life be like if that had been the winner?

It's a well known fact that Mazdas are popular in motorsports. Torquenews has written about it before. But Mazda is making motorsports headlines again, this time in the world of autocross. They are not just common at SCCA's Championship Tour autocrosses, they're consistent winners.

No other brand has seen as much initial quality improvement as Mazda according to J.D. Power & Associates.

If you are one of Torquenews's regular readers, you may have read a previous article on Mazda's contingency program, in which Mazda owners can get discounts on parts, and win money for races. Now, Mazda is adding an additional incentive to embark on a Mazda Motorsports adventure. If you buy Mazda's Global MX-5 Cup Car, you'll get over $8000 in rewards.

The 2019 Mazda Miata gets substantial engine upgrades and a new top. Here are the official details.

In stock form, a Mazda Miata from any generation of the car's production will be a powerful track car. The only issue is the open top. The Miata's convertible roof is great on nice warm sunny days in May, but any organization which is running a track day will want you to get a roll bar before you participate. You need the protection which comes from a strong steel frame over your head. But not all roll-bars are created equal, and there are things you should know before you drop the cash for one.

Mazda's typical buyer is not one obsessed with horsepower or cornering G's. The company's bread and butter comes from economical consumers, and to most, Mazda stands for simple, efficient commuters. It may come as some surprise then, to hear that more Mazdas are road-raced on any given weekend than any other manufacturer. Here are the three main reasons why Mazda has such a strong presence in the world of motorsports.

Mazda's newest interpretation of their "Jinba Ittai" engineering philosophy for the Miata, which refers to perfect unity between a horse and rider, reflects this unity well enough that it had earned a slew of accolades, and made it onto the "Best Of" lists of a myriad magazines since it was released in 2016. However, there is an often-forgotten Mazda model from the early 2000's which may still have an edge over the new one: the factory-turbocharged Mazdaspeed MX-5 Miata.

The current “ND” iteration of Mazda’s legendary Miata sports car will benefit from a few changes in the 2019 model year. Perhaps most notably, the 2019 Miata will have the most powerful engine ever put in the model, and will rip up to a new 7500rpm redline.

The crazy people at Mazda are offering big discounts and deals on the Miata just in time for convertible season.

Mazda's MX-5 Miata RF took home an award at the New England Motor Press Association's Winter Testing ceremony. Here's why.

Both Mazda and Fiat saw sales of their convertibles drop significantly heading into the late spring, early summer season. Will the 124 Spider and Miata rebound as the weather improves?

This is two days with a FIAT 124 Spider and Mazda MX-5 Miata RF on Route 66. Joined by other roadsters, the new kid on the block and the best-selling two-seat sports car put their sibling rivalry aside and hit the iconic Route 66 in western Arizona.

When I was a kid, my dad owned a powder blue metallic MGA Roadster, mom hated the thing! Dropping in behind the wheel of Mazda Miata Club is a memory blast from the Ragtop glory days of last century, with a high tech twist.

A new comparison of the Mazda Miata with its lower-power normally aspirated engine vs. the higher power turbocharged Fiat 124 Spider Abarth counters the idea that turbos are better at altitude.

A Reddit user IMHO-GUY has done a good job keeping his Mazda Miata looking new even after nearly 25 years.

Mazda is expected to make meaningful updates to the Miata for 2019. Here's what is reportedly on the way for the most popular convertible in the world.

For 2018 the changes to the Miata RF are practical and will give more people a warm and fuzzy feeling.

Mazda is one of America’s smallest brands, but it has that something special.

Mazda is the MPG leader again for the fifth straight year.

Surveys by owners of the Mazda Miata put it o the same list as the Corvette, 911, Model S, and Dodge Challenger.

A great new color soft top will soon be available to Mazda Miata buyers in the U.S.

I just spent a snowy week with the 2017 Mazda MX-5 and much to my surprise, it is amazingly capable in even very deep snow with a simple set of good snow tires – proving that this can be your only vehicle if you live in an area that gets heavy snowfall.

This special Mazda MX-5 Miata is for UK customers only. Sorry, America!

The Mazda Miata is the ultimate gift for any auto enthusiast. What you need to know.

Take that Toyota and Honda! U.S. News picks Mazda over the big guys for cars. Here is why and how Mazda made the cut.

The 1990 Mazda Miata in this image will cost you $2500, but your money is no good when it comes to that fabulous wing.

The 1.6-liter engine in this Mazda Miata lived a full life as a daily driver. Then it was used in a racecar. Now it is being installed in a second race car after the first one crashed and was destroyed. How long can it go?!

Both the Mazda RX-7 and Mazda Miata are great sports cars, but which is your choice for a good used car?

A long time Miata fan and owner weighs on the debate over which is the better track car, the Miata or the 124 Spider. The reason for the win is the biggest surprise.