iEV Z: The narrowest car in the world

The iEV Z should cost less than 6,000 dollars, be resizable according to the demands of the driver, be entirely electric, and charge in about 15 minutes.

The Danish business iEV Motors has developed the concept of the world's thinnest tiny automobile. It's called the iEV Z, and its design is reminiscent of the Renault Twizy, with a completely enclosed cabin but also some extremely interesting and novel features.

To begin with, the iEV Z's floor design is up to six times smaller than that of the average family car. It is only 78 centimeters broad and less than 2 meters long.

However, he conceals an intriguing trick in his small frame: the iEV Z will be able to split in half. This vehicle's front and rear ends are separated so that the driver can enter it. If necessary, they can be kept apart so that the passenger can sit on the back seat or a few extra items can fit in the "trunk."

When we look at the qualities, we can see that it has the potential to be a true city vehicle for micro-mobility. The range with a single battery charge should be between 100 and 160 kilometers (depending on the model), with a top speed of 80 kilometers per hour (or lower, depending on legal restrictions).

The iEV Z will also include photovoltaic panels on the roof to generate electricity, which will help it to be more self-sufficient. The batteries will charge in roughly 3 hours on a regular charger and in just 15 minutes on a fast charger.

Because it is a microcar, it will be registered as such, allowing 16-year-olds to drive it in some markets (like the new Citroen Ami, for example). The iEV Z will be entirely "digitized," with many functions controlled by a smartphone app and the interior dominated by a 7-inch touch screen. The 3D printing technique developed as many as 125 parts for this car, making it one-of-a-kind once it hits the streets.

The Danes are already taking orders for the first clients.