From Motor1 · Jeff Perez · · 50s
13-Rotor Miata Runs At SEMA
Rob Dahm's Miata with 13 rotors actually drives at SEMA 2026.
In brief
Rob Dahm's Miata with 13 rotors actually drives at SEMA 2026. Rob Dahm's Miata uses a 12-rotor display engine and a single-rotor propulsion engine to run at SEMA 2026. Originally reported by Motor1.
Quick answers
- Why Two Engines?
- The 12-rotor engine displays but doesn't power the car while the single-rotor handles propulsion.
- What is the key takeaway from 13-Rotor Miata Runs At SEMA?
- Rob Dahm's Miata uses a 12-rotor display engine and a single-rotor propulsion engine to run at SEMA 2026.
13-Rotor Miata Debut
Rob Dahm's Miata pairs a 12-rotor engine with a single-rotor engine for 13 total rotors.
Why Two Engines?
The 12-rotor engine displays but doesn't power the car while the single-rotor handles propulsion.
12-Rotor Output
The 12-rotor engine has a claimed output of 4,500 horsepower.
Engine Bay Challenge
Custom mounts and turbochargers were built to fit the 12-rotor and single-rotor engines into a Miata bay.
SEMA 2026 Debut
The car runs at Haltech's SEMA booth in Las Vegas from November 3 to 6, 2026.
What it means
Rob Dahm's Miata uses a 12-rotor display engine and a single-rotor propulsion engine to run at SEMA 2026.
