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While patent applications do not always become a reality, they are enough to keep avid followers of the automotive industry on their toes when it comes to updates and unique vehicle ideas.<\/p>\n

Among the most recent of these applications car fans can be excited about comes from Mazda.<\/p>\n

According to Japanese publication Motor Magazine, the automaker filed a patent application for a “vehicle shock absorbing structure,” which appears to be a spaceframe-style platform used to hold the engine behind the front axle.<\/p>\n

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An unnamed source claims the patent is indeed for a Mazda RX-9 but is only going to be a one-off platform.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Given that Mazda previously talked about an upcoming longitudinal engine layout in the works (inline-six engines fit for a rear-wheel drive platform), rumors are circulating that the company might be hinting at a possible return of the RX-9.<\/p>\n

Mazda’s current lineup lacks a rotary engine-powered sports car and it seems the new patent could be the answer as it also shows off a double-wishbone suspension setup, which is common among sports cars today.<\/p>\n

Motor Magazine’s report also states that an unnamed source claims the patent is indeed for a Mazda RX-9, but that it is only going to be a one-off platform. How this makes sense from a business standpoint, only Mazda knows.<\/p>\n

It also remains to be seen whether the model will find its way to the United States if and when the patent does see the light of day. But all eyes are peeled on the company and what it could be hiding up its sleeve considering the company’s 100th anniversary is just around the corner.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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