Spotted: 2015 MX-5 Miata testing underway

The partnership between Mazda and Alfa Romeo will see a new generation of roadsters from both automakers in the next couple of years. The 2015 MX-5 Miata redesign has been in development for the past few years and a few lucky photographers managed to snap some shots of an early test vehicle at Chrysler’s headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, an Orlando Mazda dealership in Florida, have heard from Miata customers about their anticipation of a new MX-5 roadster which is one of the strongest owner loyal models on the market.

When looking at the new pictures, it is apparent that Mazda has increased the length of the overhang and wheelbase on the new Miata. The pictures show certain areas marked with black tape indicating hotspots for possibly body changes.

We expect to see a finalized test Miata hitting public roads followed by sighting reports in spring 2014.

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Source: MotorAuthority.com

First Impression: 2014 Mazda3 s Grand Touring on the road

The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey's Sport Mazda, a new Orlando Mazda dealer in Florida, just finished their test drive of the 2.5 liter SKYACTIV equipped 2014 Mazda3 s Grand Touring. Jay Mealey, general manager and partner, gives his first driving impression as we go along with him on his first test drive. With an overview of the comfort and convenience, performance, and technology, the video below highlights the bar of automotive innovation the Mazda has raised. For more information about the new 3, visit our convenient 2014 Mazda3 research page and for auto shoppers or Mazda enthusiasts in the Central Florida area wanting to test drive it for themselves, visit us on our website at SportMazdaOrlando.com.

First impression and of the 2014 Mazda3 i Touring Hatchback

For the past week the Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, an Orlando Mazda dealer in Florida, have been getting to know the 2014Mazda3 i Touring hatchback up close and on the road. This complete redesign of Mazda’s best-selling compact is easy on the eyes thanks to the KODO Soul of Motion concept styling and a fuel efficient, great performing vehicle thanks to the SKYACTIV technology. General Manager, Jay Mealey, gives his first impressions of the latest model in the video below including a little bit of Mazda insider knowledge.

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Up close with the 2014 Mazda3 Touring hatchback

Starting this week, the 2014 Mazda3 will begin to show up on dealership showroom floors across the country. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey's Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealer in Orlando, Florida, already had a chance to get up close with the base Touring version of the 2014 Mazda3 on Friday. It sees major re-imagining from the 2013 Mazda3 which sported a wide smile grille. Mazda Expert, Charles Powery, gives a basic walkaround of the newly redesigned compact sedan in the video below.

Take note that this is only the baseline version of the Touring hatchback that does not come equipped with the technology package which includes the heads up display that pops up behind the steering wheel from the dashboard and the brand new infotainment system. New car shoppers in Orlando can stop by the Don Mealey's Sport Mazda showroom to see the 2014 Mazda3 and get behind the wheel. For more information, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

Return to rotary, Mazda 16X rotary to launch in two years

Mazda has always been a big name when it comes to rotary engines but in recent years with their focus on fuel efficiency and performance in the SKYACTIV platform, there has been nothing new to show in rotaries. According to AutoBlog.com, a Mazda USA insider tipped that the 16X rotary engine that has been known to be in development for the past few years will finally launch alongside an all-new model in two years.

The last rotary engine developed by Mazda was the Renesis that powered the RX-8 which ended its production run for North American drivers in 2011 due to lack of demand and failing to meet emission standards in Europe.

The 16X will outperform the Renesis while maintaining better fuel economy that has become a staple in Mazda’s commitment to automotive engineering.

It is unknown what the new model will feature the new rotary engine but with recent rumors of a future reboot in the RX-7 to hit dealerships in the upcoming years, it seems likely that the new model will be a sports car.

For more information about Mazda vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com which is home of the Mazda Experts. For auto shoppers looking to try out a new Mazda, the Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, an Orlando Mazda dealer in Florida, can help set up an appointment.

Via: AutoBlog.com

Virtually untouched 1990 Miata with only 27 miles hits eBay!

When the 1990 MX-5 Miata hit showroom floors, Mazda did not anticipate it had unleashed what has become one of the most iconic roadsters in the world. At Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, an Orlando Mazda dealership in Florida, fans of the popular roadster get a chance to take the latest model, the 2013 Miata, right off the showroom floor for a test drive. But what would it be like if you could take the very first model that started the legacy?

Right now, eBay user powellmw from Arizona, is currently auctioning off a practically brand new 1990 Miata that only has 27 miles on the odometer!

With the exception of a few scuffs, a couple of minor dents, worn out tires and a missing battery, this is as close to brand new that Miata enthusiasts will find with the first year model. The seller notes that it comes with the original manuals, slightly worn soft top, attachable hard top, and an extremely clean well maintained interior that makes this a must buy for true Miata devotees.

As of this post, with four days left there are 13 bids reaching $10,051 for this practically pristine coupe. Check out the auction for yourself to watch the bidding war unfold.

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Rumor: Could this be the new RX-7 Mazda is working on?

Images of the upcoming re-imagined RX-7 that Mazda has been quietly working on have finally surfaced in the pages of a Japanese auto magazine and it is one stunning piece of automotive engineering.

The design of the vehicle marks another “Kodo” Soul of Motion, Mazda’s latest design language, to receive the full body treatment joining the 2014 Mazda6, 2014 CX-5, and soon-to-be released 2014 Mazda3.

The article hints at what is in store for the new coupe including an “ultra lightweight” structure, “direct injected 16X based RE with Hydrogen capability” and “razor sharp handling.” It’s been known that the upcoming RX-7 would be 16X based since Nobuhiro Yamamoto, Mazda’s MX-5 program manager, stated that they were working towards that goal.

It’s projected that the launch window for the all-new RX-7 will be in 2017 and be powered by a Wankel rotary engine with 300 horsepower.

We’ll know more about the new Mazda RX-7 in the coming years.

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