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Media.Mazda.com...... HIROSHIMA, Japan--Mazda Motor Corporation today announced the May 17th production kickoff of the all-new, third-generation MX-5 Miata--the latest and most advanced evolution of the world's best-selling two-seater lightweight, open, sports car--at the Ujina No.1 (U1) plant located near Mazda's global headquarters. Called the all-new Mazda Roadster in Japan, the MX-5 is the first new model to be mass-produced at Mazda's U1 plant, which re-started paint shop operations at the end of April. The first MX-5 off the line was a Third Generation Limited edition model--bound for North America, and painted velocity red, with a red leather interior. It is outfitted with a 16-valve, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed manual gearbox.

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