2026 Paris Motor Show highlights micromobility

The 2026 Paris Motor Show, held from October 12 to 18, featured new products redefining micromobility, with manufacturers showcasing innovations in design, functionality, and sustainability. The event highlighted the growing role of license-free vehicles and heavy quadricycles beyond their initial purpose for drivers without a license.

Fiat unveils Multiplina concept

Fiat introduced the Multiplina concept, a heavy quadricycle (L7e) that can carry four passengers and reach speeds of up to 90 km/h. Its design suggests a potential urban and suburban car for Fiat by 2028, possibly to compete with the Dacia Hipper project. The company also presented new versions of the Fiat Topolino, inspired by the success of the Citroën Ami and the Topolino.

Kilow offers customizable quadricycles

Kilow, a high-Savoy artisan known for the La Bagnole quadricycle, expanded its offerings with interchangeable body panels in 24 colors, allowing users to customize their vehicles. The company also introduced the Kilow Pro Offer, which provides tailored cargo compartment setups for artisans with a 150 kg payload. Kilow plans to produce 20 units per week and aims for 600 deliveries by year-end.

Ipop presents two electric models

Another French project, the Ipop, designed in Alsace by Dangel, gained attention with its yellow color and electric motors integrated directly into the wheels. The Ipop 45 (L6e) is limited to 45 km/h and requires an AM license for drivers aged 14 and older, starting at 11,000 €. The Ipop 90 (L7e) can reach 90 km/h with 140 km of autonomy, priced at 15,000 € for propulsion, with a four-wheel drive version reaching up to 17,000 €. The vehicle offers a 350-liter rear cargo compartment and modular bodywork.

Liux introduces lightweight L7e

Spanish manufacturer Liux introduced the Big, a two-seater L7e (90 km/h) with a biocomposite structure made of flax fiber and an ultra-light steel chassis. The Liux Big weighs 648 kg and promises between 215 and 270 km of autonomy with 15 or 20 kWh battery packs, with a targeted price under 18,000 €.

Asian manufacturers showcase tech and design

Asian manufacturers also made their presence felt. EZI presented a connected microcar with a convertible version and gesture-based control via a connected ring, described as the most technological quadricycle. Linktour (Alumi) adopted a more industrial approach with models Alumi (L6e, 45 km/h, starting at 10,690 €) and Alumi Elite (L7e, 90 km/h, up to 180 km of autonomy in the WMTC cycle), emphasizing refined finishes and generous equipment.