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Stellantis brings Italian quadricycle to US market at $13,995

Fiat Topolino EV opens new segment as Italian carmaker bets on affordability in crowded EV landscape

Lorenzo Ferraris346 wordsEdition39Wednesday, 8 July 2026 — Edition № 39

Stellantis announced this week that it has begun accepting orders in the United States for the Fiat Topolino electric vehicle, a compact quadricycle capable of 19 miles per hour, priced from $13,995. According to CNBC, the vehicle functions more like a golf cart than a conventional car, opening a niche market segment for the Turin-based group as it navigates the crowded EV transition.

The move signals Stellantis' willingness to pursue unconventional vehicle categories in the American market, even as the broader industry pivots toward larger electric SUVs and sedans. The Topolino, produced in Italy, represents a low-cost entry point for consumers seeking compact urban mobility in a market where affordability remains a constraint for EV adoption.

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