With the possible exception of the Aptera (not in production as of 2024) none of these "city cars" shown are capable of US highway speeds. They all state maximum speed limitations of 90-100 kph. This is less than the common 65mph speed limit and far short of the 75-80mph which would be an allowable compromise in most states. While I wouldn't mind having a two-seat electric vehicle, I wouldn't be able to use it where I live to go to my local airport or drive from my home in the suburbs to the downtown area without getting on a beltway/freeway. Unless someone produces a highway-capable small vehicle, their US market is very restricted.
The closest thing we had to these, while fulfilling your speed capability which I agree with, was the Smart car. My wife drove a FourTwo Cabriolet from '08 until she replaced it with her Model 3 Dual Motor in '18. It was ICE/40 mpg, basically obsolete compared with a Prius or a Model 3. People constantly asked about it, but I never got the impression it would be a thing in the US. And it wasn't. Our culture is so, so, far away from surrendering our beasts. There have been a million Miatas, because of the fun, but that's about it. A Mini Cooper is 3,000 lbs now, vs. my CRX Si, which was 2,000 lbs.. Not sure we're changing anytime soon, unless there's a breakthrough product. And Aptera isn't it. An 88" wide 3-wheeler with cosmetic fairings is not a city solution anywhere on earth. Their design and process is so far from viable at the price point they've circulated, there's nothing to see there. One of their founders, in the past week or so stated "20X more efficient than a gas car and 4X more efficient than an average EV". Nice hype, but it won't be 2X a Model 3 @ 232 wh/mile, so why give up everything (room, safety, service, price)?
@@bobhellman8676 Totally agree with you, Bob! I've been watching the Aptera but by the time it's available there will be Model 2s or Chinese sedans available with four wheels, a smaller footprint, and at half the Aptera's purchase price. I was just pointing out it was the only vehicle in the video that would hit desired highway speeds. It will be an expensive eco-mobile for people who want an eye-catching vehicle and not an economical alternative.
This video is not at all up to date. The Renault Twizzy has been phased out and with the exception of the overpriced Microlino, all others are not available.
With the possible exception of the Aptera (not in production as of 2024) none of these "city cars" shown are capable of US highway speeds. They all state maximum speed limitations of 90-100 kph. This is less than the common 65mph speed limit and far short of the 75-80mph which would be an allowable compromise in most states. While I wouldn't mind having a two-seat electric vehicle, I wouldn't be able to use it where I live to go to my local airport or drive from my home in the suburbs to the downtown area without getting on a beltway/freeway. Unless someone produces a highway-capable small vehicle, their US market is very restricted.
The closest thing we had to these, while fulfilling your speed capability which I agree with, was the Smart car. My wife drove a FourTwo Cabriolet from '08 until she replaced it with her Model 3 Dual Motor in '18. It was ICE/40 mpg, basically obsolete compared with a Prius or a Model 3. People constantly asked about it, but I never got the impression it would be a thing in the US. And it wasn't. Our culture is so, so, far away from surrendering our beasts. There have been a million Miatas, because of the fun, but that's about it. A Mini Cooper is 3,000 lbs now, vs. my CRX Si, which was 2,000 lbs.. Not sure we're changing anytime soon, unless there's a breakthrough product.
And Aptera isn't it. An 88" wide 3-wheeler with cosmetic fairings is not a city solution anywhere on earth. Their design and process is so far from viable at the price point they've circulated, there's nothing to see there. One of their founders, in the past week or so stated "20X more efficient than a gas car and 4X more efficient than an average EV". Nice hype, but it won't be 2X a Model 3 @ 232 wh/mile, so why give up everything (room, safety, service, price)?
@@bobhellman8676 Totally agree with you, Bob! I've been watching the Aptera but by the time it's available there will be Model 2s or Chinese sedans available with four wheels, a smaller footprint, and at half the Aptera's purchase price. I was just pointing out it was the only vehicle in the video that would hit desired highway speeds. It will be an expensive eco-mobile for people who want an eye-catching vehicle and not an economical alternative.
@@CommanderMaga Have a Happy Holiday!
@@bobhellman8676 You too, Bob!🎄🎅
Not worth watching. Out dated, full of missinfo, and a waste of time.
We can't generate enough electricity to supply our daily needs and all these electric vehicles ......Seems we put the cart before the horse .
This video is not at all up to date. The Renault Twizzy has been phased out and with the exception of the overpriced Microlino, all others are not available.