2004 Mazda RX-8 Concept

These strong-spoken visuals are accompanied by a host of underbody modifications to bring out the best of the RX-8. The Motorsports

The Motorsports technicians have fitted stiffer Eibach springs which cut the ride height by about 25 mm (1.0 inches) to improve grip levels, reduce body roll and lower the car's center of gravity. (Photo: Mazda Canada)

technicians have fitted stiffer Eibach springs which cut the ride height by about 25 mm (1.0 inch) to improve grip levels, reduce body roll and lower the car's center of gravity. Aside from improving the visual impact of the vehicle, these important changes in suspension geometry also sharpen the electrically assisted steering.

All the new changes ride on a set of 19-inch white-painted alloy wheels wrapped in 235/40 series Bridgestone Potenza high-performance rubber up front and wider 255/35 tires in back.

While the meatier tires provide the necessary grip to rocket the car forward, upgraded brakes bring it quickly and safely to a

A set of attention grabbing white 'GT stripes' proudly display the Mazda logo on the lower half of the door. (Photo: Mazda Canada)

halt. Racing-grade Alcon six-piston calipers clamp down on 335 mm vented and grooved discs, not dissimilar to those used on FIA WRC rally cars, Australian V8 Supercars and American NASCAR racers.

Matching the white-painted wheels are a set of attention grabbing white 'GT stripes' proudly displaying the Mazda logo on the lower half of the door. The visual tie-in of the white stripes and white wheels is contrasted by a metallic backdrop of Velocity Red mica paint. A rotary-shaped low-mounted brake light, fluted front fender grilles, and blackout headlight covers are the finishing touches to the Motorsport concept.