Redesigning an icon - even one whose sales have been ailing - is never an easy task. The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata sees the world's most popular roadster head back to the basics, dropping weight and horsepower in a quest to purify its driving experience and engage enthusiasts seeking something different. As a conscious choice to step back from the world of bigger/stronger/number sports cars, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is without peer, and it illustrates just how willing the Japanese automaker is to hold fast to its design principles and build an uncompromising paean to the open road.
Let's take a look at 10 things you need to know about the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata.