Joshua Smith

(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) 32-2 Miata Timing Wheel – new part for aftermarket ECU’s  Mazda Motorsports has a new stainless steel timing wheel that offers several improvements over the competition, it is laser cut and coined like the OEM wheel to prevent influence on the harmonic balancer. “This product is intended for aftermarket […]

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Noah Harmon triumphs at the 2024 MX-5 Cup Shootout, while Helio Meza and Ashlynn Speed also receive scholarships; Vinnie Meskelis, Joey Andrews, and Emy Kissick named to Mazda Factory Club Race team for 2025 Spec MX-5 season HOMESTEAD, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2024) – Mazda Motorsports once again demonstrated its commitment to developing the next generation […]

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(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) After an incredible 2024, which saw dramatic growth in Spec MX-5 (SMX), Mazda Motorsports is making it easier than ever for SMX racers to gear up for the upcoming season with a blanket 15% discount on all OEM NC MX-5 AND Spec MX-5 parts.  Unlike previous offers that were […]

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(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) Mazda Motorsports is excited to announce the release of its bespoke Brembo front big brake kit, now available to motorsports customers for the first time. This top-tier braking system, designed specifically for the ND-chassis Mazda MX-5, was introduced for the 2022 season of MX-5 Cup after extensive testing and […]

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(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) The Spec MX-5 program is getting an upgrade, benefiting from an expanded relationship between Mazda Motorsports and race engine powerhouse Roush Performance.  This new deal will see the Spec MX-5 2.0L crate engine package receive a dedicated Roush Performance team utilize an onsite engine assembly room, where the famed […]

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(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) Mazda Motorsports will discontinue the older smooth-bodied Penske Racing Shocks (PRS) for Spec Miata (SM), moving in favor of the threaded-bodied shock preferred by racers. This transition is a cost-saving measure aimed at maintaining competitive pricing for larger production runs of the updated threaded shock.  There are currently around […]

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(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) Mazda Motorsports is excited to introduce a groundbreaking differential cooling plate, offering a significant upgrade in your Mazda MX-5 NC’s performance. This meticulously crafted plate provides a versatile solution, capable of seamlessly accommodating a fan/pump/cooler combination or functioning independently. There is no need for drilling or tapping; installation is […]

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KERSHAW, SC (Nov. 17, 2023) – The fourth annual Spec MX-5 Shootout (SMX) took place at Carolina Motorsports Park, November 15 – 16. The event saw 12 candidates narrowed down to three, who will become Mazda Factory Team drivers in 2024.   Created in 2020, the Spec MX-5 Challenge (SMX) Shootout was added alongside the […]

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Spec MX-5 Shootout Finalists Named   30 October 2023–After much deliberation, the list of finalists chosen to participate in this year’s Spec MX-5 Shootout have been unveiled. The 12 drivers selected now have the opportunity to be named to the Spec MX-5 Mazda Factory Team.   Run in parallel with Mazda’s MX-5 Cup Shootout since […]

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Names of the 12 finalists set to compete in the 16th running of the Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout have been revealed. The list features a number of familiar faces along with some promising bright new stars.   After being selected as a nominee, drivers were asked to submit a racing resume with career highlights, a […]

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(For all Parts Spotlights, click here) Mazda Motorsports is committed to providing support for Spec Miata racers. Recognizing the challenges that come with aging vehicles and the increasing difficulty of sourcing parts, Mazda Motorsports has commissioned a motorsports version of the 5-speed gear set for 1990-2005 Miatas. This initiative ensures that owners of Spec Miatas […]

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