VFACTS has released the national vehicle sales figures for Australia for August 2015, and so far this year the stats show locals have bought 3.2 per cent more vehicles compared with the same eight-month period in 2014. Once again SUVs are the flavour of the month, with SUV sales jumping […]
Mazda MX-5
All-new Mazda MX-5 on sale in Australia from $31,990
The all-new Mazda MX-5 has landed in Australia, bringing a fresh design, new powertrain combinations, and improved economy to the world’s most popular two-seat roadster. Local buyers are offered two level grades, including the Roadster and Roadster GT. It’s hard to believe the MX-5 was originally launched in Australia over […]
Video: Mazda details new MX-5 weight and balance
Mazda’s North American branch has released a promotional video showcasing the weight distribution of the new MX-5, featuring impressive balancing act. One of the Mazda MX-5’s biggest trump cards is of course its 50/50 weight distribution. This, combined with lightweight and sporty suspension, maximizes its handling capability. After all, it […]
2015 Mazda MX-5 on sale in Australia from $31,990
The all-new 2015 Mazda MX-5 will go on sale in Australia in August priced from just $31,990, the local arm has revealed. This is well below what was anticipated. Considering the previous-gen retailed from around $40,000 in Australia, the all-new model, which is significantly more advanced and more efficient, was […]
Fiat 124 Spider to be unveiled at 2015 LA show – report
We’re all waiting for Fiat to release its version of the new Mazda MX-5 as part of the co-development project. Now we hear it’s set to make its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November this year. According to an AutoFans.be report, the Fiat 124 Spider – name […]
Special Mazda MX-5 ‘Club Edition’ to debut at New York show
If the standard new Mazda MX-5 doesn’t seem exciting enough for you, the Japanese company has announced it will be unveiling a special ‘Club Edition’ at next month’s New York show. Not to be confused with the MX-5 Global Cup car (pictured), the Club Racer could be a similarly exciting […]
Mazda MX-5 accessories concept unveiled at Chicago show
Following a sneak peek released only a few days ago, Mazda has officially lifted the lid on its MX-5 accessories design concept at the Chicago Auto Show. The concept is powered by a 2.0-litre, SkyActiv-G four-cylinder engine, which produces 116kW and 200Nm. A six-speed manual or automatic transmission transfers the […]
‘Fiat 124 Spider’ name being revived for Mazda MX-5 brother?
The Mazda and Fiat partnership plan was always to see both companies introduce a sports car based on the new MX-5. We’ve now heard Fiat may revive the Fiat 124 Spider nameplate for its version. Mazda revealed the new MX-5 last year and it’s well and truly ready for production. […]