Mazda MX5 Auto - From idea to productionPicture Of Mazda Mx5 autoThe first round of judging the competing designs was held in April 1984. At this stage, designs were presented solely on paper. The mid-engined car appeared the most impressive, although it was known at the time that such a layout would struggle to meet the noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) requirements of the project. It was only at the second round of the competition in August 1984, when full-scale clay models were presented, that the Duo 101 won the competition and was selected as the basis for Mazda's new light-weight sports car.Picture Of Mazda Mx5 autoThe Duo 101, so named...

Mazda MX5 Auto - From idea to productionPicture Of Mazda Mx5 autoIn 1976, Bob Hall, a journalist at Motor Trend magazine who was an expert in Japanese cars and fluent in the language, met Kenichi Yamamoto and Gai Arai head of Research and Development at Mazda.Picture Of Mazda Mx5 autoIn 1981, Bob Hall moved to a product planning position with Mazda US and again met Kenichi Yamamoto, now chairman of Mazda Motors, who remembered their conversation about a roadster and gave Hall the go-ahead to research the idea further. At this time Bob Hall hired designer Mark Jordan to join the newly formed Mazda design studio in Southern California. There, He...

Mazda MX5 Auto - Generations and OverviewPicture Of Mazda Mx5 autoThe body is a conventional, but light, unibody or monocoque construction, with (detachable) front and rear subframes. The MX5 also incorporates a truss marketed as the Powerplant Frame (PPF) which connects the engine to the differential, minimizing flex and contributing to responsive handling. Some MX5s feature limited slip differentials and anti-lock braking system. Traction control is an option available on NC models. The earlier cars weighed in at just over a ton, with engine power output usually 116 bhp (87 kW). The later cars were heavier, with higher power engines.Picture...

Mazda MX5 Auto - Generations and OverviewPicture Of 2009 Mazda Mx5 autoNow in its third generation, the MX5's first generation, the NA, sold over 400,000 units from 1989 to 1997 – with a 1.6 L (98 cu in) straight-4 engine to 1993, a 1.8 L (110 cu in) engine thereafter (with a de-tuned 1.6 as a budget option in some markets) – recognizable by its pop-up headlights. The second generation (NB) was introduced in 1998 with a slight increase in engine power; it can be recognized by the fixed headlights and the glass rear window. The third generation (NC) was introduced in 2005 with a 2.0 L (120 cu in) engine.Picture Of 2009 Mazda Mx5 autoThe MX5 was...

Mazda MX5 Miata CarsPicture Of 2004 Mazda Mx5 Auto1999 was the year of many upgrades to the interior, exterior and anti lock braking system, while the engine received minor upgrades. A 1999 10th anniversary edition was produced in limited amounts and was capable of quicker acceleration. The hot little Miata was appropriately upgraded for the 2001 throughout the 2007 model years as automotive technology and engineering developments and options became more advanced.Picture Of 2011 Mazda Mx5 AutoAfter a complete overhaul in 2006, the 2007 the Mazda MX5 Miatais now available in four trim styles and a variety of configurations that are all equipped...

Mazda MX5 Miata AutoPicture Of 2009 Mazda Mx5 autoThe Mazda MX5 Miata convertible has been in production since its debut at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show. The fervent and passionate response to the introduction of this sporty cabriole style coupe initially caused supply to fall short of demand. The first generation of this vehicle was equipped with a 120 horsepower 1.6 liter inline four cylinder engine and the ordinary distributor was replaced by a camshaft angle sensor and Jetronic fuel injection mechanism. Although available with either a 5 speed manual transmission or an automatic, the automatic proved unpopular with drivers in this vehicle....

A Brief Overview Of The History Of A Mazda before is mazda mx5Picture Of 2009 Mazda Mx5 CarsFounded in January 1920 as a cork factory, Mazda began making tools in 1929, and then expanded into the manufacture of trucks for commercial trucks. Its first passenger cars were introduced in the early 1960s, and at about the same time, the company began developing rotary engines. Headquartered in Hiroshima, Japan, Mazda Motor Corporation ranks as one of Japans leading car makers.Picture Of Mazda Mx5 CarsIn 1970, Mazda began exporting cars to the United States and Europe, and those sales account for more than two thirds of the company's total volume....