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Smart’s ForTwo successor could be built in Europe

Smart Europe CEO Dirk Adelmann hopes to reveal ‘within months’ how the EV maker will expand production beyond China, where all its cars are currently made.

Last Updated
November 11, 2024 05:00 AM
Smart #5
Last Updated
August 28, 2024 09:15 AM
Smart plans 2025 Europe launch for #5 midsize electric SUV

Smart says the #5 will appeal to owners of the brand's small city cars, many of whom have a midsize SUV as a second car.

August 28, 2024 09:10 AM
Smart plans 2025 Europe launch for #5 midsize electric SUV

Smart says the #5 will appeal to owners of the brand's small city cars, many of whom have a midsize SUV as a second car.

August 28, 2024 09:10 AM
EV-focused Smart, Zeekr open to adding plug-in hybrids in China

Electric-only brands Smart and Zeekr say they would be willing to add plug-in hybrids to their lineups in China, underlining the lengths automakers may go to capitalize on recent growth of the powertrain in the world’s largest car market.

May 09, 2024 04:00 AM
Smart shows off the #5, its biggest model to date

The production #5 is due to be unveiled in the second half and will go on sale next year, joining the #1 and #3.

April 23, 2024 10:35 AM
Smart shows off the #5, its biggest model to date

The production #5 is due to be unveiled in the second half and will go sale next year, joining the #1 and #3.

April 23, 2024 10:35 AM
Smart to show midsize #5 concept at Beijing show

The midsize #5 will be Smart's biggest model. It will launch in Europe in 2025.

April 19, 2024 09:51 AM
Smart to show midsize #5 concept at Beijing show

The midsize #5 will be Smart's biggest model. It will be launched in Europe in 2025.

April 19, 2024 09:51 AM
Smart seeks partners for new ForTwo EV minicar

The current model ends production this month. Smart says it is developing its own dedicated platform for a replacement but needs partners to share costs.

April 08, 2024 08:47 AM
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