TOKYO -- Mazda Motor is planning to revive its iconic rotary engine in a plug-in hybrid car by the end of this year as it attempts to simultaneously please fans and cope with tougher environmental rules in its main markets, such as Europe.
Automaker to release its MX-30 SUV equipped with the iconic motor later this year

The MX-30's rotary engine will generate electricity to power the electric motor and other systems in the car. (Photo courtesy of the company)
TOKYO -- Mazda Motor is planning to revive its iconic rotary engine in a plug-in hybrid car by the end of this year as it attempts to simultaneously please fans and cope with tougher environmental rules in its main markets, such as Europe.