# Is Mazda Really Bringing Back The Rotary Engine? Here's What The Company Says

> The rotary engine has been a Mazda staple since 1967. It powered one of the most famous and eccentric Japanese sports car line-ups, the RX-series, until 2012 when Mazda discontinued pure rotary-powered cars with the…

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- **Published:** 2025-05-11
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #mazda #engine #rotary #bringing #company #powered #says #actually
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