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Smart, the joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely, has unveiled the two-seat Smart #2 electric car, priced from €19,990 and offering a WLTP range of up to 290 kilometres. Early orders in Europe open on October 13, 2026, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027, subject to completion of its European certification.
Spanish startup Liux is preparing to begin selling its small Big electric car in Europe during the first half of 2027, after obtaining comprehensive European approval. The company is betting on a flax-fiber composite structure, easy maintenance, and a price below €18,000 to compete with Chinese small electric cars.