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A patent from Japan reveals Mazda's development of a space frame chassis that could potentially underpin a future rear-wheel-drive sports car, like the long-rumored, much-anticipated RX-9. The filing is specifically for a “Vehicle Shock Absorbing Structure” and shows a bumper connecting to the platform.
The Japanese publication Motor Magazine discovered the patent. It notes that there's a double-wishbone front suspension. A crossmember in the engine bay appears to force the powertrain to sit behind the axle, creating a front-mid engine layout. ...
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The 2017-18 auto show season is in full swing, with automakers introducing a number of new cars, trucks and SUVs at shows including the 2018 Detroit Auto Show and 2018 New York Auto Show.
Say goodbye to the gas-powered Jaguar XJ and hello to the electric XJ. The British automaker took great pains to hide as much of the design of the upcoming EV...
