Microlino : The Tiny Electric Car

Microcars are nothing new. In fact, Isetta, Messerschmitt, and BMW shared a successful three-wheeled car in the 1950s. But we can’t find anything smaller than the Smart ED.

The search eventually led us to the electric Microlino. This little EV seems to be the best city EV, at least on paper. The Microlino team is partnering with longtime EV developer and producer Tazzari. The joint venture brings a decade of light EV (L7e) experience.

According to the company, the Electric Microlino will be available the second half of 2018 at the Tazzari factory in Italy. Although the Microlino will be initially available only for the European market, the company plans to distribute it globally. The company plans on granting licenses to manufacturers to allow local assembly and distribution.

Quick Specs:

Top Speed: 90 km/h (55 mph)

Energy: LiFePo4, 8kW/h to 14.4 kW/h

Torque: 110 Nm (81 lb ft)

Range: 120 to 215 km ( ~ 75 to 134 miles)

Dry Weight: 450 kg (992 lbs)

 

Reference- Cleantechnica, Microlino PR, Tazzari website