Mazda started the kei car adventure in 1992. The Autozam AZ-1 was small and cute and everything in between, and the automaker thought it would instantly become a major hit. It featured a mid-engine ...

There was once a time when Japan ruled the mid-engine performance world. A time when a Honda, of all things, could outperform a Ferrari at the limit. A time when a Toyota was the most affordable way ...

In the realm of Japanese kei cars, the Mazda Autozam AZ-1 is a standout icon. Far more than just a compact city car, this pint-sized powerhouse embodies the peak of automotive engineering creativity ...

The Autozam AZ-1 is a mid-engine Japanese-market Kei car with a turbocharged three-cylinder engine and gullwing doors. That automatically makes it cool, even if it was never officially imported into ...

The adage "good things come in small packages" contains a lot of truth. Here are four kei sports cars that may be tiny, but ...

While most kei cars aren’t really all that performance-oriented, this Mazda Autozam AZ-1 is an exception. Sure, it’s not some high-powered horsepower hog, but the thing has gullwing doors and enough ...

Daud Gonzalez is a lifelong car enthusiast and automotive writer with a specialty in modified and race-ready rides. He spends most of his time modifying his cars and ruining them in the process. He is ...

A kei car isn't going to be the perfect car for everyone, but how can you not at least love the idea? They're tiny, practical, use their space incredibly efficiently, and perhaps most importantly of ...

The Japanese automaker’s distinctive approach to style and engineering has produced some very cool machines that largely flew under the radar. Performance icons like the crowd-pleasing MX-5 Miata and ...

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These hidden gems are frequently overlooked, but have plenty to offer.