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About Spec MX-5

Spec MX-5 Challenge offers a new rung on the pro ladder system, positioned between Spec Miata and Global MX-5 Cup, with over $100k in prizes. With a variety of service options, including full arrive & drive, Spec MX-5 Challenge is intended to be a cost-effective series focused on driver…Continue reading “About Spec MX-5”

15Jan 201915 Jan 2019

Announced: Spec MX-5 SimRacing Challenge

Spec MX-5 Pro Racing Announces Parallel Sim Racing Series For 2019 Experienced Sim Racers Will Compete in Talent Search AUSTIN,…

12Dec 201812 Dec 2018

Spec MX-5 Challenge Announces Openings for SCCA T4 Mazdas in 2019

T4 Cars May Compete in Championship Series or Individual Events Spec MX-5, LLC today announced that Mazda MX-5s from the…

3Dec 20183 Dec 2018

2019 Season FAQ Updated

The Spec MX-5 Challenge FAQ for 2019 has been updated and now includes the West and East schedules, detailed pricing,…

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Martinez Wins Monticello, With Connole Clinching Point Title

29 Sep 201830 Sep 2018

Monticello, New York (September 29, 2018) – Manny Martinez won the battle, but the war went to Spec MX-5 Challenge East Series point leader Jason Connole on Saturday at Monticello…

Reger Wins Slick Monticello Round While Point Race Shrinks

Monticello, New York (September 28, 2018) – A cold, wet morning translated to a wild, unpredictable race on Friday afternoon, closing the Spec MX-5 Challenge point race with just one…

Spec MX-5 Challenge Central Series Caps Regular Season At COTA

17 Sep 201817 Sep 2018

The Spec MX-5 Challenge central series completed its regular season alongside the NASA National Championships held at Circuit of The Americas, September 12-16. COTA is, of course, the purpose-built venue for Formula…

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Spec MX-5 Challenge At NOLA: “That Was Epic!”

10 Sep 201817 Sep 2018

Spec MX-5 Challenge central series drivers visited NOLA Motorsports Park in New Orleans over the September 7-9 weekend for rounds 7 and 8 of their regular season. None of these…

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Video: Super Tight Spec MX-5 Challenge Racing Start To Finish

22 Aug 201822 Aug 2018

Road Atlanta will be the site of the 2018 Spec MX-5 Challenge Championship, with $100,000 on the line. As a preview of coming attractions, most of the competitors from both…

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Ensor Pulls Into Championship Co-Lead; Martin Stretches Central With Sweep

29 Jul 201822 Aug 2018

Braselton, Georgia (July 26, 2018) – The Spec MX-5 Challenge season point total went two different directions after Sunday at Road Atlanta, with the Central Series falling squarely into Tom…

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Bruni Takes Caution Shortened Win at Road Atlanta; Martin Claims Full Central Points

Braselton, Georgia (July 25, 2018) – When Nick Bruni claimed the pole during Saturday morning’s qualifying, he didn’t realize how important that would be. When the original start was waived…

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Get To Know: John Allen

“IRacing was the thing that I started doing to fill the void when I told myself I wouldn’t go racing for real.” So begins the racing life of John Allen,…

Now Accepting: 2019 Spec MX-5 Challenge Applications

19 Jun 201822 Aug 2018

The Spec MX-5 Challenge Series is pleased to announce that it will begin accepting applications for the 2019 season. The pro road racing series, which fits between Spec Miata club racing…

Best Race Cars: Spec MX-5

19 Jun 201810 Sep 2018

There are many ways to assess road racing cars. The obvious way is sheer pace, where lap times, ideally across a range of tracks, are used to determine merit. On…