RotaryNews has been invited to the Short Lead press preview and launch of the RX-8, Tomorrow (Thursday June 19th) at El Torro Marine Air Base in Irvine. The program will include an in-depth look at the return of the rotary engine as well as ample time to experience the true essence of RX-8 through an autocross and a scenic ride and drive through Southern California.

We would like to, once again, put out a call for questions about the RX-8, and more importantly the Rotary engine in general. We'll try to get these questions answered for you by the Mazda staff on hand at the event.

Click here to ask a question. One question per comment, please (you can post many questions, but split them up into many replys). And remember this is an "RX-8" launch, and a look at the RENESIS, so keep questions on track.

 

When can we read the results? Will you post your thoughts here?
Thanks.

 

I'll post the results on RotaryNews when I've compiled the answers.

 

The third port opening comes to mind. What is the real story behind this??

Any differences between the pre-production models we saw vs. production?

Any current recalls or problems reported in Japan?

What is the pre-order gift for U.S.?

When is the convertable coming :o)

What are they doing to improve the communcation to dealers/pre-orders. Many dealers had no clue that they need to enter peoples information into the computer for it to offically be a pre-order. They must fix this mis information problems.

Thanks Charlie

 

what does this "launch" mean?

rx8 will hit the dealers in few days?

amd can spectators attend or what?

 

quality of ride, components, sound system, and materials.

thoughts on the torque issues and body roll issues, and all the other stuff youll do on your own lol
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Herbal Shop

 

Given that the main concern in the public about the RX-8 is the lack of torque and necessity of brutal treatment of the clutch to get a sub-6.0 second sprint to 60, why is the gearing so tall in first and second gears? Many sports cars are geared so that 60mph/100kmph are reached at redline so that the performance stats that most buyers prize are optimized. Why was that approach not taken with the RX-8?

Edit - Doh! Just realized that they need to be posted on the linked site. I was in too much of a hurry because the event is today...

 

maybe it's time to unstick this one?