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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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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Mazda RX-8?

By Tim Healey on June 12, 2017 - 12:09PM

Jalopnik thinks now is a good time to buy a Mazda RX-8, here is why its editor thinks it is.

Why is Mazda Just Now Recalling a Car That’s Out of Production?

By Tim Healey on June 9, 2017 - 3:04PM

Mazda hasn’t sold the RX-8 since 2012, and yet it’s just now offering a recall.

What Does Autoweek Have to Say About the MX-5 Cup Car?

By Tim Healey on June 8, 2017 - 4:26PM

Venerable publication Autoweek has put the Mazda Global MX-5 Cup racecar through its paces.

Soft interior and soft exterior trim manufacturer, Haartz, earns top supplier award from the New England Motor Press Association.

Auto Supplier Haartz Earns Motor Press Yankee Supplier Award

By John Goreham on June 7, 2017 - 9:04PM

Soft interior and soft exterior trim manufacturer, Haartz, earns top supplier award from the New England Motor Press Association.

V8 Corvette Engine-Powered Mazda Miata must be seen to be believed.

This Corvette Engine-Powered Mazda Miata Has To Be Seen To Be Believed

By John Goreham on June 7, 2017 - 8:17AM

V8 Mazda Miata conversions are not new, but this Miata is a work of art.

Why Mazda is Expanding its Racing Efforts

By Tim Healey on June 5, 2017 - 2:53PM

Mazda has announced that it started its first official Global MX-5 Cup series outside of the U.S. in April.

2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Which is faster on a racetrack?

Video: 2017 Mazda Miata RF vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat - Guess Who Wins

By John Goreham on June 5, 2017 - 9:59AM

Motor Trend ran a 2017 Mazda Miata RF around a racetrack and then a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Watch the hilarious results.

Mazda Sends Virtual Racer to Real Race for Fourth Straight Year

By Tim Healey on June 2, 2017 - 5:56PM

Who ever said playing video games would mean you wouldn’t amount to anything?

What Happens When the Miata Goes Head to Head with the Toyota 86

By Tim Healey on June 1, 2017 - 5:38PM

What’s a better affordable, fun sports car? The Mazda Miata RF or the Toyota 86?

Despite Miata and CX-5 Boost, Mazda Sales Down Overall

By Tim Healey on June 1, 2017 - 1:06PM

The Miata and the all-new CX-5 crossover are driving Mazda’s sales – or at least they did last month.

2017 Mazda Miata vs. Classic Honda S2000 - Which is quicker?

Which Is Quicker - 2017 Mazda Miata or Classic Honda S2000?

By John Goreham on June 1, 2017 - 10:00AM

We compare the classic Honda S2000 roadster with the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata and see which car is quicker.

New England's favorite drop-top is the 2017 Mazda Miata.

2017 Mazda Miata Named Best Value Convertible By New England Motor Press Association

By John Goreham on May 31, 2017 - 11:58AM

New England's favorite drop-top is the 2017 Mazda Miata.

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.

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