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Recent Examples of minicar
Even though Nissan currently has three EVs on sale—the Ariya SUV, the Leaf and the Sakura minicar—its popular (in Japan) e-Power hybrid tech has been slow to catch on internationally while Honda’s very modest EV program—with only one Prologue EV—has struggled to keep pace with other major brands.
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Peter Lyon, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Motorists in Japan are often cited as minicar mavens.
—Andy Kalmowitz / Jalopnik, Quartz, 4 Oct. 2024
Since most minicar trips are relatively short, models may require only modest-sized batteries with around 50 miles of range.
—Andy Kalmowitz / Jalopnik, Quartz, 4 Oct. 2024
It's designed to be small and light enough that it can be fastened, along with a small boat, to one of Japan's ubiquitous minicars—like the eWX, the adorable mini EV Suzuki had on display at the show, offering a 230 km range.
—Evan Williams, Ars Technica, 31 Oct. 2023
An 8-hp two-seater that gets with a range of around 45 miles, the Topolino takes its name from a beloved post-World War II Fiat minicar that helped put Italy back on wheels.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 10 June 2023
Fiat announced today that its adorable 500 minicar will return to the North America market after a four-year absence.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2022
The electric 500e minicar will be the primary focus starting in 2024 as the company shifts its North American strategy.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2022
Fiat is discontinuing its SUV and shifting its focus back to the 500 minicar, as the Cinquecento's North American return was announced today at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2022
Peter Lyon, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Motorists in Japan are often cited as minicar mavens.
—Andy Kalmowitz / Jalopnik, Quartz, 4 Oct. 2024
Since most minicar trips are relatively short, models may require only modest-sized batteries with around 50 miles of range.
—Andy Kalmowitz / Jalopnik, Quartz, 4 Oct. 2024
It's designed to be small and light enough that it can be fastened, along with a small boat, to one of Japan's ubiquitous minicars—like the eWX, the adorable mini EV Suzuki had on display at the show, offering a 230 km range.
—Evan Williams, Ars Technica, 31 Oct. 2023
An 8-hp two-seater that gets with a range of around 45 miles, the Topolino takes its name from a beloved post-World War II Fiat minicar that helped put Italy back on wheels.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 10 June 2023
Fiat announced today that its adorable 500 minicar will return to the North America market after a four-year absence.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2022
The electric 500e minicar will be the primary focus starting in 2024 as the company shifts its North American strategy.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2022
Fiat is discontinuing its SUV and shifting its focus back to the 500 minicar, as the Cinquecento's North American return was announced today at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minicar
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However, officers later found the weapon under a seat in Boe’s car, according to the report.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Jan. 2025
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Police were alerted and an officer found the car unoccupied in the Cub Foods parking lot.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
28 Jan. 2025
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Even a subcompact Nissan Leaf Plus carries a 60-kWh pack, among the smallest batteries in any U.S.-market EV.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
15 July 2024
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The company said the wrongdoing does not affect the safety of the vehicles already on roads, which include the Corolla subcompact and Lexus luxury vehicles.—
Yuri Kageyama,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2024
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Most of the other presidents rode in carriages or automobiles.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Orange County Register,
17 Jan. 2025
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Pedestrians hit by an automobile traveling 50 miles per hour — a common speed for cars on urban corridors in the Sacramento region — were 75% likely to die.—
Ryan Lillis,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Jan. 2025
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Shake well for about 15 seconds, then strain into a coupe.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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That same rule applies to your SUV, coupe, sedan, or hatchback.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
31 Dec. 2024
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If Texas Instruments were a private company, this focus on autos and industrials might not be an issue, Cramer continued.—
Julie Coleman,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2025
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The company also includes a robust corporate finance business that offers capital for equity sponsors and middle-market companies, as well as auto financing and insurance offerings.—
TIME PR,
TIME,
25 Jan. 2025
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Cotten gives a gloriously moving and humane performance as the motorcar manufacturer seen by George as an unwanted interloper.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
22 Jan. 2025
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For example, Historic Automobile Group International is an independent investment research house with specialized expertise in the rare classic motorcar sector.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes,
27 Oct. 2024
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In December 2024, retail sales excluding motor vehicles and parts were up by a more modest 2.9% year on year.—
Jason Schenker,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Jerome Lee Davis is charged with second degree murder, four counts of armed criminal action, two counts of unlawful use of a weapon, first degree assault, tampering with a motor vehicle and unlawful possession of a firearm.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
15 Jan. 2025
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Mod minis from resort are juxtaposed by spring’s fluid, organic shapes and strong leather outerwear.—
Talia Abbas,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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Monaco wore a white halter neck mini dress and a veil that stopped around the middle of her back on their big day.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Minicar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minicar. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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