The internal combustion engine, for all its mechanical sophistication, still runs on a 19th-century mechanical idea: pistons rising and falling, a crankshaft spinning, a steam-age architecture ...

The Wankel rotary engine was made popular by Mazda, who built rotary style engines from in production cars such as the RX-7, ...

In the early '90s, Mazda's rotary-powered RX-7 was the quintessential Japanese two-seat sports car. But then the Miata ...

Gone is the 1.3-liter 13B-MSP Renesis rotary engine that came with this car; In its place is a 3.6-liter LFX V6, the same as you’d find in a numer of GM cars.

A mechanic's view of popular Japanese cars that come with design flaws, expensive repair histories or parts that are either hard to find or costly to replace.

A deep dive into Mazda’s race-chassis rotary concept: carbon bodywork, E100 ethanol, 450 hp claims, and the infamous 2008 ...

The fascinating history of Chevrolet's mid-engine prototype, the Aerovette, and its unique rotary engine powerplant.

One of the first major automotive shows covered globally is the Tokyo Auto Salon, annually held in January. It serves as the opening salvo that the new year has begun for auto enthusiasts. Given the ...

The Mazda RX-7 went through three generations as Mazda's premier performance sports car, consistently powered by Mazda's rotary engine. Debuting in 1978, it remained in the U.S. Mazda lineup through ...

How does a mid-engine Corvette with a rotary powerplant sound to you? Two great tastes that could have gone great together – and that GM recently commended in a series it's been running called "Retro ...

A nostalgic tour of underappreciated 1970s cars sold in the U.S.—from bold coupes and clever imports to rotary oddities and quirky utility rides. Each pick is organized by model year and chosen for ...

Once misunderstood, now gaining traction with collectors. We break down the specs, values, and history behind this affordable future classic.