Mar 5, 2025 · The Lightburn Zeta Sports, produced in 1961, was an attempt to create a sporty microcar. Based on the Frisky Sprint prototype, this tiny sports car featured a design that was both sleek and strange. It was powered by an 18hp engine and offered a somewhat sporty performance in a compact body.

Microcars have been defined as "very compact, small-engined cars, designed for use in large cities, especially in Japan". [1] even though in Japan such cars are known as kei cars.

Feb 27, 2025 · 10. Goggomobil Dart: The Sports Car of Microcars. The Goggomobil Dart is perhaps the most exciting microcar ever built. Designed in Australia, it features an open-top design and a sleek, aerodynamic body. With only 700 units produced, it is a rare and highly sought-after collector’s item.

Mar 17, 2025 · While not all microcars have been praised for their aesthetics, automakers continue to refine their designs, with some models even being considered cute. Among these microcars, some stand out as the smallest ever produced, while others are so long they resemble boats more than road-legal automobiles!

Feb 21, 2024 · The Buckle Motors Goggomobil Dart is the sports car of microcars thanks to its stylish looks, open-top roof and impressive (relatively speaking) performance that will see it hit 65mph with an open throttle and no shortage of bravery.

Microcar is a term often used for the smallest size of cars, [1] with three or four wheels and often an engine smaller than 700 cc (43 cu in). Specific types of microcars include bubble cars, cycle cars, invacar, quadricycles and voiturettes. [2]

Jan 23, 2023 · Micro-cars, mini-EVs, tiny cars, NEVs (neighborhood electric vehicles), LSVs (low-speed vehicles), and other names add to the confusion in this burgeoning industry.

Oct 3, 2023 · Measuring 132.3 inches long, 54.9 inches wide, and 53.5 inches tall, the Rodster (not a typo) makes a Mini Cooper look like a monster truck. It sports delightful styling, seemingly inspired by...

The Microlino's DNA is peppered with sports car genes: A lightweight aluminum outer skin, combined with a self-supporting steel body and anindependent McPherson suspension, promises a driving experience that perfectly balances agility and stability.

Jan 10, 2025 · At the Brussels Motor Show 2025, Microlino unveiled the innovative Microlino Spider. This new vehicle type combines sustainability, style, and safety, making it ideal for golf clubs, hotels, and urban areas.