The next Miata will be electrified

Multiple sources reporting that Mazda has stated the next gen miata will be either an EV or fully electric:

https://myroadnews.com/car-reviews/mazda-confirms-next-gen-mx-5-miata-will-electrified/

I put very little faith in Miata news stories unless there's a Mazda press release involved, and Mazda does not comment on future product. 

Mazda has been chasing torque in the little thing for the past 15 years, so a bit of hybrid assist would not be surprising. Not full on plug-in hybrid, more of a KERS level. Especially if it's going to show up in the next generation, which may be introduced in the next 3-4 years if previous lifespans are to be believed.

A fully electric Miata would be something.  Imagine if they did it and kept the weight down (somehow) and the tiny little miata suddenly had some real power.