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Read the latest Mazda news reporting from Torque News. Mazda is the little carmaker that could, being the underdog in the North American market that has recently been bringing an A-game to the field and creating new gold standards for automotive in several segments. Partnerships and collaborations with others have also changed the underpinnings of many of the vehicles we're driving today, most notably with Ford and the EcoBoost engine series.

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What Happens To Old Mazda Miata Race Cars

By John Goreham on May 30, 2017 - 8:54AM

Mazda Miatas are one of the country's most popular race cars. What happens when they are too old or damaged to race anymore?

Mazda Miata Continues to Exist in Part Because of Demand for Parts

By Tim Healey on May 26, 2017 - 7:15PM

The business case for a small two-seat convertible sports car is not an easy one to make, especially for a small automaker like Mazda.

2017 Subaru BRZ vs. Mazda Miata RF - Which earns your vote based on our comparison?

Help Us Choose: 2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Subaru BRZ

By John Goreham on May 24, 2017 - 11:52AM

We tested the 2017 Mazda Miata RF and the Subaru BRZ back to back. We found some striking differences and surprising similarities. Help us pick a winner.

Skip Barber Racing School Files For Bankruptcy

By John Goreham on May 22, 2017 - 9:39PM

The iconic driving school may be at its end.

Miata Catches Fire, Owner Races for His Beer

By Tim Healey on May 22, 2017 - 3:31PM

A Miata owner took part in a burnout contest in Virginia over the weekend and ended up burning more than just some rubber.

What Makes Mazda Such a Racing Success?

By Tim Healey on May 22, 2017 - 3:00PM

Mazda is a small car company, yet the zoom-zoom brand is kicking some butt at amateur racing.

Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider Roof Trick.

Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider Owners' Clever Roof Trick

By John Goreham on May 22, 2017 - 10:12AM

Have you ever seen a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider roof left like this and wondered why the owner did it?

Mazda Miata Vintage Racing Comes to Road America This Weekend

By Tim Healey on May 19, 2017 - 3:11PM

If you like Miatas, or racing, or both, and you live in the Midwest (or can book a last-minute flight) – Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin is the place to be this weekend.

I Asked Mazda Miata Owners If They Think Miata Is Impractical and This Is What They Said

By Armen Hareyan on May 19, 2017 - 9:04AM

When should you buy a Mazda Miata and when you shouldn't buy this car. For whom is Mazda Miata practical and for whom it is not.

Where to find the hidden Mazda Miata and Fiat Spider key.

Where Does Mazda and Fiat Hide The Key To This Door On the 2017 Spider and Miata?

By John Goreham on May 18, 2017 - 5:15PM

It's obvious after you see it, but the key for the cargo box in the Mazda Miata and Fiat Spider is not apparent to some.

Don't miss the secret area for storage in the Miata or 124 Spider.

Don't Miss This Secret Storage Area In the 2017 Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider

By John Goreham on May 18, 2017 - 4:17PM

Mazda and Fiat hide a little compartment that is very useful. Here's where to find it.

Jalopnik Reviews The Miata RF, Likes It Despite Impracticality

By Tim Healey on May 18, 2017 - 12:48PM

What a shocker - a major automotive publication likes the hardtop Mazda Miata despite impracticality.

Why the Mazda Miata Makes a Great Vintage Racer

By Tim Healey on May 15, 2017 - 4:05PM

Spec Miatas make for great race cars. In other news, the sun rises in the east.

Forbes Declares the Fiat 124 Spider to Be the Best Miata

By Tim Healey on May 12, 2017 - 2:08PM

The Fiat 124 Spider is based on the Mazda Miata platform, and one automotive journalist thinks the 124 Spider is even better than the car it’s based on.

2017 Mazda6 celebrates 15 years with a look back at milestones.

2017 Mazda6 Turns 15 Years Old

By John Goreham on May 10, 2017 - 12:07PM

The Mazda6 celebrates its 15th anniversary with a look back on its numberous awards

This Aftermarket Miata-based Buggy Could Be Yours for Cheap, If You Can Wrench

By Tim Healey on May 8, 2017 - 2:38PM

Bring your own Mazda Miata, and be somewhat mechanically skilled, and for under $15,000, you can have a cool-looking off-road buggy.

Here's Why the Miata Has Gained in Sales While the Market Slides

By Tim Healey on May 4, 2017 - 2:53PM

New-car sales have been on a losing streak in recent months, and some analysts and market observers are worried (I am not, I think it’s a natural plateauing after two or three years of record sales), but notably, sports cars are bucking the trend. That includes Mazda Miata sales.

Best Tire Shine Products Car Enthusiasts Like With a Warning

By Armen Hareyan on April 27, 2017 - 8:41PM

When you buy a car you quickly realize that shining tires are one of the most visible parts of your car. This is why I asked number of car enthusiasts about the longer lasting tire shine products and sprays they like and consider the best. But there is a warning about safety too.

How deal with a Mazda Miata or Fiat Spider flat tire.

How To Plan For A Flat Tire In a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider

By John Goreham on April 27, 2017 - 10:10AM

The Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider are unusual in that they have no spare tire and also do not have run flat tires. So what’s the plan if one gets a flat?

Mazda's Unique Way Of Offering Assistance To Those In Need

By John Goreham on April 25, 2017 - 4:40PM

Mazda's Drive to 100 program puts vehicles in the hands of those that need them most.

A picture of your convertible could earn you a $50 gas card.

Your Miata or Spider Convertible Image Could Earn You $50 - Here's How

By John Goreham on April 25, 2017 - 3:01PM

Do you have a great convertible picture? Here's how it could earn you fifty bucks in gas.

The 2017 Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider have problem and we have the answer.

The 2017 Mazda Miata and Fiat 124 Spider Have One Big Flaw - How To Fix It

By John Goreham on April 24, 2017 - 3:22PM

If you just bought a Mazda Miata or Fiat 124 Spider, here is the first simple thing you will want to do.

The 2017 Mazda Miata RF earns distinction.

Why the 2017 Mazda Miata RF Earns Popular Mechanics Excellence Award

By John Goreham on April 13, 2017 - 10:01AM

The 2017 Mazda Miata RF gets its due.

2017 Mazda3: Winter snow tires increase road to cabin noise

By Parks McCants on April 2, 2017 - 10:52PM

Last month we took an extended drive review in Mazda’s exceptional 3 series 4 door sedan. Frankly, we loved everything but the road to cabin noise transference. And then I took a closer look at the tires.

Mazda releases price and image of Hardtop for Miata it will not sell you.

The Factory-Direct Hardtop For Your 2016 or 2017 Miata Mazda Won't Sell You

By John Goreham on March 22, 2017 - 4:18PM

Mazda has a sweet factory hardtop for your ND Miata that it won't let you buy.

Mazda Miata Outsells Porsche Boxster By 3 to 1 - Here's How the New 2017 Model Caused That

By John Goreham on March 15, 2017 - 1:56PM

Mazda Miata Sales Leap 46% - Here's How the New 2017 Model Made It Happen.

Mazda adds capacity to build more CX-5 crossovers

Mazda Adds Second Plant To Boost Production of Popular CX-5 Crossover

By John Goreham on March 15, 2017 - 1:39PM

Mazda's successin the compact crossover area means more capacity is needed.

Mazda's 2017 CX-5 Compact Crossover Prices Revealed

By John Goreham on March 9, 2017 - 10:09AM

The new 2017 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover starts at $24K

2017 Mazda 3 Sedan Grand Touring: Snow Tire Noise Kills Positive Drive Experience

By Parks McCants on March 5, 2017 - 8:22PM

It’s not unusual for a sub-premium compact sedan to run a bit noisy in the cabin. Such is the case with Mazda’s top-trim 3 series touring sedan. In the case of 2017 Mazda3, running Bridgestone Blizzak Winter Tires exponentially increased cabin noise.

CX-3 wins award in Chicago - here's why.

Why Was the 2017 Mazda CX-3 Named Best Crossover by a Chicago Publication?

By John Goreham on February 24, 2017 - 9:37AM

What is it about the Mazda CX-3 subcompact crossover that makes it so likable?

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