Mazda and Alfa Romeo confirm partnership

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On May 23rd, 2012, Mazda and Fiat announced a partnership to develop new sports cars on the MX-5 platform; last week, the two automakers made it official and confirmed that Mazda will build a two-seat roadster for Fiat's Alfa Romeo division.

Developed for the global market, and based on the architecture of the next-generation MX-5, the car will feature distinctive styling and powertrains. Technical specs have yet to be disclosed, however.

Production will begin in Hiroshima, Japan in 2015.