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Recent Examples of minicar
Only two large pickups, the Rivian R1T and Toyota Tundra, met the higher standards placed on award winners for 2025 — while no minicars, large cars, minivans or small pickups made the list.
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Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
But no minivans, small pickups, minicars or large cars made the list.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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.
—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
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
Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
But no minivans, small pickups, minicars or large cars made the list.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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.
—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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minicar
Noun
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His father and uncle — the only two remaining rail car workers in the neighborhood — still live there.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Even very young infants will enjoy watching the overhead toys move around as the car drives, which is great for their eyesight and development.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Bloomberg reported this week that GLA subcompact SUV is one such model that reportedly might no longer be for sale in the U.S. Mercedes’s other entry-level cars include the C-Class, the GLB and GLC SUVs, and the CLA, which are all made overseas.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2025
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Take, for example, a Hyundai venue, a subcompact crossover SUV, with an average current list price of $24,000.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Similar in packaging to an IGH but different in execution, continuously variable hubs function like the transmission in a midrange automobile.—
Chris Cona,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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Canada also announced 25% tariffs on certain automobiles exported from the U.S. that aren’t protected by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The two-vehicle collision occurred at about 5:17 p.m. near Emmett Road and Hollow Road when a coupe crossed the center line and collided head-on with a large pickup truck, according to Idaho State Police.—
Ashley Fredde,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Vanquish which ceased production in 2018, was reintroduced as a coupe in September, 2024; the company plans to build only 1,000.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Listen to why Fain, who supported Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, firmly supports the tariffs on the auto industry.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
7 Apr. 2025
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The driver, Sean M. Higgins, was charged with two counts of death by auto and arrested, and the investigation is ongoing, police said.—
Emma Aerin Becker,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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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He's being chauffeured through the scenic Montana mountains in his fancy motorcar while discussing business with Banner (Jerome Flynn).—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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Saddler was charged with first-degree kidnapping, first-degree robbery, armed criminal action, unlawful possession of a firearm and stealing a motor vehicle, police said.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2025
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She was charged with first-degree murder, manslaughter while operating a motor vehicle under the influence and leaving the scene of a fatal accident.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For a simplified solution, look no further than the Scotts Turf Builder mini spreader—a personal favorite.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2025
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The actress and singer wore a silky mini look with a sheer, lace skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Minicar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minicar. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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