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Microlino, the world’s cutest microcar, releases a playful new model

Microlino, the world’s cutest microcar, releases a playful new model

The Microlino has turned heads ever since its unveiling nearly eight years ago. After taking a twisting, turning route towards production, the electric microcar has since proven to be a potent and fashionable little runabout in cities around Europe. Now the little EV is getting a makeover with the unveiling of its newest version, the Microlino Spiaggina. The Microlino isn’t actually a “car” in the conventional sense, instead fitting into the L7e category of quadricycles in Europe. This allows it to operate at speeds of up to 90 km/h (56 mph) without meeting many of the more stringent requirements for passenger cars. But that doesn’t mean that the pint-sized electric vehicle skimps on safety. Its production relies on automotive-level design and fabrication principles for the chassis to create a safe cockpit for its two occupants. And now with the new Spiaggina model, it’s easier than ever to get a peek inside that chic cockpit. The Spiaggina is influenced by several other vintage automobiles, the company explained. “Inspired by legendary beach cars like the Fiat 600 …

Microlino Lite arrives as the world’s cutest, Mr. Bean-style microcar

Microlino Lite arrives as the world’s cutest, Mr. Bean-style microcar

What’s the perfect antidote to truck and SUV bloat? Why, the Microlino Lite, of course. Swiss company Micro has just unveiled a production version of its Microlino Lite – an even smaller version of its Microlino microcar – this week at the Geneva Motor Show. It won’t go faster than 28 mph (45 km/h), but it’s the next best thing to ditching cars altogether and getting an e-bike. And it could be coming to the US. While the top speed is only half as fast as the standard Microlino, anyone with a moped license from the age of 14 in some European countries can get one. Plus, it’s cheap, relatively speaking. Entry-level model starts at about €156, or $169, a month to lease, or a starting price of €17,999 (about $19,500). For that, you’ll get plenty of retro design directly inspired by the classic 1950 egg-shaped European microcar BMW Isetta. Pre-orders are available now with delivery starting in early summer of this year. The Microlino Lite comes in two colors, the Venice Blue and Berline …