Mazda’s list of legendary cars is simply too long to jot here. Some of the most standout examples include the FD RX-7, Miata, RX-8, and 787B. Their willingness to embrace unorthodox technology, like rotary Wankel engines, distinguishes them from the pack. Take a look at our Mazda archive below to learn more about one of our favorite Japanese brands.
Whether you’ve got a 1.6L or 1.8L NA Miata, the best mods are suspension and handling mods. Power is expensive to make which is why we recommend putting your money into suspension and handling with things like coilovers and sway bars. Sway bars, also known as anit-roll bars, help prevent body roll and lean during…
Headers are one of the best power mods for naturally aspirated 1.6L and 1.8L Miata’s. Outside of going the forced induction route, you will be chasing horsepower gains in the single digits with rather expensive mods, like headers. Therefore, if you plan on adding a turbo or supercharger to your NA or NB Miata then…
Sometimes, cars come around that you just know are going to be special. It’s funny, quite a few of those timeless classics came from a specific place at a specific time. In this case, we’re talking about Japan in the 1990s. During the time, Japanese manufacturers had their priorities straight as far as affordable, powerful,…
After picking up a NA Miata as a fun street/track project car, I realized it was a pretty tight fit at 6’4. My head scrapes the hardtop when I sit upright. Additionally, the biggest issue is leg clearance and the steering wheel. Turning the Miata wheel is a challenge with big legs. With the goal…
Cheap and reliable are two words that aren’t often seen side by side when it comes to purchasing a car. It’s usually a trade-off. One or the other. However, some vehicles out there strike a balance between both. This guide is focused on cheap and reliable used cars, primarily under the $5,000 price threshold. Despite…
One of the first considered upgrades for many automotive customization projects is a new intake. This idea rings true for the Mazda 3 and its various configurations as well. An upgraded intake comes with a variety of benefits. However, one of the main values that an upgraded intake brings is a boost in overall power….
The Mazda NA Miata has always epitomized the 90’s sports car. They are light, nimble, and endlessly modifiable. Since the MX-5s release in 1989, they have been the weapon of choice for enthusiasts looking for rear-wheel roadster fun on a budget. In the 30 years since then, the MX-5 community has blossomed into a massive…
What the Mazda RX-8 lacks in power, it makes up for in handling. Once ranked a top-10 handling car for under $100k, the Rx8 is one of the best handling cars on the street and on the track. However, coming in around 185whp, it certainly doesn’t offer much in the form of straight line power….
The Mazda3 and MazdaSpeed3 are nimble, light-weight cars that deliver great handling and fun. Some are still looking for that extra edge, though. Among the best upgrades for the Mazda3 is a set of coilovers. The options with Mazda3 coilovers are endless – lowering/stancing, street performance, or all-out track purpose. It’s truly a great upgrade…
The NB Miata was produced from 1998 until 2005. With 1.6L and 1.8L engine options producing 110hp-146hp, the NB is no speed demon in a straight line. However, with its approximately 2,300lb curb weight and low center of gravity, the NB Miata is a blast when it comes to handling. It’s handling prowess make it…
The NA Miata isn’t necessarily known for its speed producing only 114hp-133hp. However, at just over 2,100lbs. it is known for its agile quickness and track-worthy handling. While bolt-on performance mods aren’t ever going to make the Miata “fast” in a straight-line, focusing on suspension and handling mods can certainly make the NA Miata fast…
Despite the Mazda RX-8’s engine problems, it can be quite a fun little car to own and drive. What it lacks in power it makes up for in handling and quickness making it a fun street or track car for any car enthusiast. Low prices for used Rx8’s make it an affordable performance car for…
