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Recent Examples of minicar
Build on the 500’s strength among minicars, but don’t hold your breath for success with bigger vehicles.
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Mark Phelan, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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.
—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
Mark Phelan, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minicar
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The Mustang Stampede celebrates the 1964 creation of the Ford Mustangs and features a parade of cars driving across the Mackinac Bridge, along with food and family-friendly activities, the Bridge Authority's website says.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter was asked at Goodwood about her role in the car's exterior design.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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Renault said the accounting change wouldn’t affect its projects underway with Nissan, including the development of a new Nissan Micra subcompact based on the new electric Renault 5.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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Honda redesigned its own subcompact SUV, the HR-V, for 2023.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Italy is renowned for its sophisticated style and taste, which permeate various aspects of its culture, including fashion, food, wine, and automobiles.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Their vehicles were part of a long line of automobiles lining a block of Genesee Street during Scoop Waukegan over the weekend.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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What’s new for 2025? For 2025, the CLE lineup expands with the addition of this convertible model, replacing the coupe’s hardtop with a multi-layer soft top.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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And, delightfully enough, the CTS-V was available in all three shapes, although not at first; while the sedan entered production in summer 2008, the coupe and wagon didn’t arrive until 2010.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
15 July 2025
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The facility, represented by UAW Local 653, welds and stamps auto parts for General Motors and Stellantis, supplying models such as the Ram 1500, Jeep Grand Cherokee, GMC Hummer EV and the Corvette.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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The trade agreement announced Tuesday by the Trump administration would place 15% tariffs on imports from Japan, including autos and auto parts.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
23 July 2025
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The list includes familiar British names, like Bentley and Jaguar motorcars, Burberry outfitters, Smythson Stationers, Turnbull and Asser Shirtmakers, and Twining's Tea and Coffee.—
Scott Simon,
NPR,
5 July 2025
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Over 75 motorcars showed up—each one a nod to the past or a wink from the future—drawing a line from the original Silver Ghosts to the gleaming beasts of today.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Town officials acknowledge that revaluation has driven up home values, but contend that nearly 60% of homeowners would pay less next year because lower motor vehicle taxes would offset property tax increases.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
15 July 2025
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At the same time, older children are more likely to die due to gun violence, motor vehicle accidents, and substance abuse.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
14 July 2025
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Camila Mendes appeared at the Instagram x Benito Skinner Chateau Dinner in a black mini dress by MIMCHIK and black-and-white polka dot pumps.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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Desktop Deals Apple has outdone itself with its most recent Apple Mac mini micro-desktop.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
14 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Minicar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minicar. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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