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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
But no minivans, small pickups, minicars or large cars made the list.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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
But no minivans, small pickups, minicars or large cars made the list.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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
Noun
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Yet immigration agents now routinely wear masks, drive unmarked cars, and refuse to identify themselves.—
Oriana van Praag,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2026
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The woman had diamond rings and other jewelry, as well as cash and keys to a car.—
Kevin Foster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The 2026 Chevrolet Trax is a great little subcompact.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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James McCabe, a 46-year-old loader operator from Edmonton, Canada, owns five older vehicles, including a gas-guzzling 2010 Toyota Tundra, but drives a subcompact to the construction site each workday because of its fuel efficiency.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This quote is typically associated with marketing for ultra high end bespoke automobiles that emphasize similarly unmatched craftsmanship of watches and cars.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Relatedly, automobiles are more fuel-efficient, so motorists don't have to fill up as frequently, ClearBridge Investments analyst Josh Jamner points out.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Double strain and pour into a Nick and Nora glass or coupe.—
C.W. Cameron,
AJC.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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The 2027 coupe that paraded around Sebring—paired with forebears from C2, C4, C6, and C7 generations of the Corvette—is highlighted by the return of Admiral Blue Metallic paint to the family line.—
Lawrence Ulrich,
Robb Report,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Fluffy Optic cleaner head illuminates hidden dirt on the floor, and the auto-cleaning mode adjusts power based on floor type, helping conserve energy for efficient cleaning.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Fort Worth City Council voted unanimously to prevent an auto shop from operating in the middle of a residential neighborhood.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Operating an uninsured motor vehicle.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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Jean Charles, 39, of Brockton, pleaded not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter, reckless motor vehicular homicide and negligent motor vehicle homicide at his arraignment in Suffolk Superior Court.—
Anna Meiler,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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
Noun
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Apple now sees the Mac Studio as the future of its desktop products, alongside its iMac and Mac mini options.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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The presentation of the violin, which happened after the youth symphony played a mini-concert before an IPO performance, took a few months to come about.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Minicar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minicar. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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