The market of minicars - Italy

Minicars or microcars, technically defined by the Highway Code as light or heavy quadricycles, are four-wheeled vehicles with specific dimensions and characteristics, intended primarily for urban traffic and limited to an equal or maximum speed of 45 km/h, for the L6e category, or 80 km/h, for the L7e category. The light quadricycle, also called a minicar in jargon, according to the Italian Highway Code (Art.53 h) is assimilated to a moped despite having four wheels and can be driven with an AM license from the age of 14. Minicars classified as light quadricycles, commonly known as minicars 50, along with quadricycles, are considered motorcycles and are subject to type-approval requirements and must be driven by drivers holding the appropriate driving license. In general, quadricycles are defined by limitations in terms of weight, engine power and speed. We also find the following types of minicars on the Italian market:

Electric: These are minicars that run entirely on electricity. They offer an environmentally friendly and low-emission option. Combustion-engine powered: These are minicars that use gasoline or diesel engines. They are more common and offer a longer range than electric versions. Sporty: Some manufacturers offer sporty versions of minicars, with sporty design and driving characteristics.