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Mazda's plans for the next Miata, the NE, face delays as the design head states it will take several more years to arrive. The company is exploring powertrain options, with a focus on synthetic fuel as a potential solution to meet emissions regulations without compromising the car's lightweight design.

Current models in Europe are limited to a 1.5-liter engine due to compliance issues. The R&D team is working on technical improvements for existing engines while considering mild hybrid solutions if synthetic fuel infrastructure does not develop.