The skunkworks project was put together by a team of Mazda engineers working after hours, but it failed to make it to production.

The rotary engine was an unconventional design that delivered great power for its size. Here's what's good and bad about it.

The Japanese sports car wars are heating up, with Toyota, Nissan and even Honda reviving some of their most cherished nameplates. But as any sports car fan knows, the battle isn’t complete with Mazda ...

Vik is the Co-Founder and former Editor at MotorAuthority, a leading U.S. website covering performance and luxury cars. Since 2025, he has contributed to CarBuzz, blending his engineering background ...

Here's a modified RX-7 that's completely insane. It has a four-rotor engine, twin turbos, and a six-speed manual transmission from a Lamborghini. The vintage-inspired bodywork is wild, but that's just ...

Nigel first entered the world of automotive journalism in the mid-80s, working for what was then the “bible” of weekly automotive content - Motoring News. Those were the days of tip-tap typewriters, ...

The revival, however, isn’t coming from Japan’s automotive veteran alone. In a move few anticipated, China’s Changan Group has developed its own rotary engine, signaling a potential shift in how the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Lyon is based in Tokyo and writes about the car industry. At the Japan Mobility Show two years ago, Mazda unveiled a ...

While it may not be the original VeilSide RX-7, Mecum’s readying an honest replica for the auction block that’s way more affordable. Tokyo drift is and always will be a favorite among enthusiasts. Car ...

A custom Mazda RX-7, equipped with a 2,000 HP Honda engine, has shattered records by reaching a verified top speed of 219 mph. This feat challenges the traditional Mazda rotary setups, demonstrating ...

Ever since the RX-8 was (rather unceremoniously) put out to pasture, Mazda has been telling anyone who will listen that the rotary engine is still alive and well deep within the bowels of R&D. It has ...