Sam Smith, contributing editor at Car and Driver, takes a look at how the sportiness of the classic 1967 Lotus Elan translates to today’s Mazda MX-5 Miata on the latest episode of Car and Driver: Tested. Subscribe! bit.ly CARS: Lotus Elan, Mazda MX-5 Super 20 Concept LOCATION: Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca MAG EDITORS: Sam Smith Connect To Car and Driver: Twitter: bit.ly Facebook: on.fb.me Hosted by the editors of Car and Driver magazine, this show puts the audience into the action on new-car reviews, comparison tests, auto-show coverage, and more. Our experts drive and test the latest models, attend automotive events around the world, and check out the latest in-vehicle technology like massaging seats and night-vision systems. Viewers will also have the opportunity to write in and extend the conversation. Each week, the Car and Driver YouTube Channel will launch episodes of The Full Hoon, Car and Driver: Abroad, Car and Driver: Tested, Popular Mechanics Saturday Mechanic and How’d They Do That, and Road & Track Presents.

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