Introducing the Microlino

Introducing the Microlino: The E-Car of the future 

It all began in 1999 when Wim Ouboter (inventor of the iconic Micro Scooter) formed the idea of urban mobility under the brand name Micro Mobility, offering scooters and kids electric scooters as the eco-alternative solution for traveling the last mile within towns and cities.

Now urban mobility has stepped up a gear as Micro Mobility have unleashed a small electric car with a huge personality.

Designed with city life in mind the Microlino is the perfect vehicle for urban transportation.

The Microlino is the first project with the "reduce to the max" vision. When designing the electric mini car, the team considered the density of cities and what is really essential. 

People tend to travel alone, they don't have much more than a handbag and usually struggle to find somewhere to park. Most city cars are over-engineered, with more space and bulk than you need. 

When the old ISO Rivolta from the 1950s was discovered, it was the perfect concept. The old beauty was built to be an affordable car after World War II. 

Although its charming looks and size were great, driving the Rivolta was clunky and noisy. The research project started to determine how to transform this car from the past into something of the future. Altering the old model from gas to electric. The reaction was great; people were awed by this little retro car. It was then decided that the Microlino needed to be developed.

 

 

The Microlino is the old Rivolta redesigned into a modern vehicle while still keeping its retro charm. Its simple design has all you need for inner-city travel. Urban drivers have an average speed of 35km/hr, travelling an average of 30km with 1.2 people in the car. The Microlino has two seats, 100km range, max speed of 100km/hr, more than you need.  

Being only 2.4 meters long, it can squeeze between parked cars with space to spare. It has a handy front entrance to zip in and out of. There is no built-in sound system but Bluetooth speakers that can connect to any smartphone. And of course, it's electric! The car can be charged easily at any conventional power socket and be fully charged in a few hours.

Eco-friendly to the max

The Microlino is an electric car with no emissions or fumes. Its small size requires 40% fewer parts for construction. The lightweight design means it needs far less energy than normal electric cars. The majority of our electricity is generated from fossil fuels, meaning an electric car is only sustainable if it doesn't use too much energy. Even using the Microlinio as a second car can help reduce your overall CO2 emission. It is easy to drive, gets up to speed fast and is very quiet.

In the future, there are plans to grant licenses to manufacturers outside of Europe to allow production and distribution in other countries. This will help reduce CO2 emissions as a result of shorter transportation routes.

Smiles and more

The Microlino is great fun to drive. Its small construction makes the car very nimble to zip around cities. You'll never struggle to find a parking place, fitting 3 Microlinos in an average car parking space. Easily squeeze between cars and pop out the front entrance. The Microlinos roof can be opened to enjoy the sun and keep warm in the winter with the heater. Although it looks very small, the inside is still spacious, with two passengers sitting side by side. Its small and charming look makes it an eyecatcher, and people can't help but smile when they see it.

Microlino production

Micro has teamed up with Tazzari in the technical production of the Microlino. Over 2000 orders have been placed since February 2016. The production of the first 500 vehicles will begin in early 2018 at Tazzari facilities in Itay. This factory has great experience in producing small and lightweight electric cars, including thousands of the Tazzari Zero, which have been sold all over the world.

Initially available in Europe, the Microlino will then look to enter other markets soon after. In the future they hope to license manufacturers outside of Europe. This will provide more jobs in local areas, avoid high import duties and reduce CO2 emissions as a result of shorter transport routes.

Why Micro?

Whilst we wait with bated breath for the arrival of the much-loved Microlino into the UK, scooting remains the out go to eco-alternative solution for travelling the last mile within towns and cities.

At Micro Scooters, we wholeheartedly believe that everyone is better off with a scooter. Both children AND adults. Honestly. It will transform your everyday life by making it easier to get from A to B.

Whether it be a scoot to the local coffee shop (when you’d otherwise have driven) or a scoot with friends on your lunch break (when you’d normally have stayed at your desk). We are passionate about the positive ways scooters can change the everyday and the ordinary. Even the smallest of steps can make the biggest differences, which is why we believe in scooting the last mile (e.g. the school run, the trip to town), those journeys that are just a bit too far to walk.

The difference you will make from Scooting

1. Environmental

By scooting, you will help to reduce congestion. You will help to improve the air quality where you live. You will also reduce the amount of nasty toxins that are released into the atmosphere from car engines.

2. Health and Wellbeing

Scooting is an easy way to build physical activity into daily routines. Find out the positive health impacts of scooting on your health. Alternatively, you can visit our Scooter Calculator to find how scooting your regular journeys will make a difference directly to you.

3. Financial

Travelling sustainably can save you a significant amount of money. Not only will you save on fuel but also the cost of what you would pay in parking, on train fares. Not to mention the time waiting for the bus, for the tram, for the tube. After all time is money too.

Other ways that Micro Scooters are making a difference 

For the past few years we have linked up with Sustrans. Sustrans is a UK charity focusing on improving the opportunities for those wanting to travel by sustainable means. We are proud to be the official sponsors of their biggest campaign- the Big Pedal and look forward to supporting the work of Sustrans this year.

The Big Pedal is the UK’s largest inter-school cycling and scooting challenge inspiring pupils, staff and parents to choose two wheels for their journey to school. 

If you would like to more about the differences that Micro Scooters are making to local communities, please get in touch on social or by emailing us at info@micro-scooters.co.uk.