You probably know the Renault Twizy. Having joined Renault in 2011, she presented in France micromobility electric. A small city chip with two seats (one behind the other), it allowed you to travel short distances, was maneuverable and easy to park. It also revolutionized last-mile logistics for companies with its cargo version. Citroën arrived in 2020 with its Ami, electric two-seater in the same vein as Twizy. His success was immediate, and A friend is exported from everywhere, an argument that prompted Renault to update its Twizy sooner. It will soon be replaced by Mobilize Duo, the Renault group’s new brand dedicated to mobility. Other players are entering this market with small electric ATVs. Two of them were at the exhibition in Brussels.

Micro Microlino: Isetta’s return with electric sauce!

The first novelty arriving in France: the Microline. This two-seater can tell you something. She repeats line after line design of the famous Isetta of the 50s, invented by the Italian ISO Rivolta and then popularized by BMW. A feature of it that can be found on this 21st century version is its doors that open from the front by turning the dash! His motor 17 horsepower and 89 Nm of torque gives him autonomy from 90 to 230 kilometers depending on the battery capacity. Its speed is limited to 90 km/h. Assembled in Italy, it will arrive in France later this year. Prices for it are announced from 12,500 euros.

Silence S04: double from Spain

It’s all in the name! Silence, a good find for a small electric model that should please local residents annoyed by noise pollution in the city. This Spanish company intends to take on the Mobilize Duo and Citroën Ami, just like its Italian counterpart. Present in Brussels, it carries an electric motor 19 horses. Its electrical autonomy is declared at 149 kilometers, the maximum speed is limited to 85 km/h. As well as Microline, it offers a wide range of colors to accentuate its appeal. And also several types of equipment available in different packages. The little Spaniard is expected in the spring of 2023 for sale in France 16,285 euros.