NSU Ro80: Why This Perfect Car Failed Catastrophically
Published July 13, 2026
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he NSU Ro80 is one of the great "what could have been" stories in automotive history. Launched in 1967 by the German manufacturer NSU, it was a genuine revolution — a sleek, aerodynamic sedan powered by a twin-rotor Wankel rotary engine, with a semi-automatic clutch and inboard disc brakes. It won Car of the Year in 19…
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