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Car and Driver
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
The Fiat Tris Might Be the Cutest Way From A to B on Three Wheels
Meet the Tris, a new compact three-wheeler from Fiat that measures 10.4 feet long and has a maximum driving range of 56 miles on the WMTC test. It's effectively an electric rickshaw or tuk-tuk that comes in three configurations: chassis cabin, flatbed, and pickup. Fiat says the Tris is designed for Africa and the Middle East, and it definitely won't come to the United States—with how small it is, why would it? What's the purpose of a vehicle? Is getting you and your cargo from point A to B in a safe and timely manner the most important thing? Probably. But if looking like your car (if you can call it that) could dodge its way to victory around Mario Kart's Moo Moo Meadows is your goal, Fiat has you covered with the perfect electric three-wheeler called the Tris. The Tris is effectively an electric rickshaw or tuk-tuk, and it's available in three configurations: chassis-cabin, flatbed, and pickup. According to Fiat, the pickup version is perfect for delivering fruit, sand, or furniture, while the other two configurations make great bases for upfitting. Fiat At 10.4 feet long, the Tris is even smaller than a typical kei truck. While the Tris might be perfect for last-mile deliveries, it won't take you anywhere fast. Fiat says the Tris packs a whopping 12 horsepower and 33 pound-feet of torque—enough for a top speed of 28 mph. You won't need to worry about the speed wobbles at that dizzying speed because the wide-track rear axle, enlarged wheelbase, and pint-sized tires keep the Tris stable in urban and rural environments. Charging is done via a built-in 220-volt plug that juices the 7-kWh battery pack. Getting from zero to 80 percent takes a claimed 3.5 hours. A full recharge takes nearly five hours. Fiat also claims the Tris has an estimated 56 miles of range on the WMTC (World Motorcycle Test Cycle) standard. Sure, the lack of any doors might be a bit concerning for some, but from what we gather, rickshaws without doors are about as abundant as those with them. Fiat plans to sell the Tris in Africa and the Middle East, but hinted that it could expand sales to Europe in the future. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio
Auto Express
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
New Fiat Tris EV three-wheeler is here to take the Piaggio Ape's throne
If the new Fiat Panda seems a little too refined for your tastes, then you could consider the company's new Tris – a three-wheeled, all-electric pick-up truck. We're familiar with the Reliant Robin and Morgan 3 Wheeler here in the UK, but over in Italy the market for three-wheeled vehicles has been dominated by the motorbike-based Piaggio Ape. However, due to European regulations, the Ape was removed from sale in the EU and is only being offered in India and Africa from now on. That's where this Fiat Tris steps in. Under the Fiat Professional commercial vehicle brand, the Tris will go on sale in India and Africa, although Fiat CEO Olivier Francois has given hope of a launch here, saying, 'We believe its potential goes far beyond. Europe may be next, because this kind of smart, sustainable solution speaks a universal language." Advertisement - Article continues below The Tris isn't designed to rival conventional vans. Instead, Fiat says, its little electric three-wheeler is aimed at so-called 'last-mile' deliveries, transporting 'diverse goods such as fruit, sand, or furniture' – or, we suspect, anything within its 540kg payload. Powering the Tris is a 6.9kWh battery (larger than a Citroen Ami's 5.5kWh unit), which will return a 55-mile range on the World Motorcycle Test Cycle (WMTC), nine miles more than the Citroen. The Fiat's 12bhp electric motor is good for a top speed of 28mph. Charging is via a standard domestic plug, so a zero to 80 per cent recharge will take 3.5 hours; a full charge from flat takes almost five hours. However, Fiat points out, this allows professionals to charge their vehicle overnight or between shifts, 'ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency for daily operations'. The Tris has no doors (which Fiat says will help with jobs that require the driver getting in and out frequently), but the cabin does feature multiple storage cubbies, a glovebox, a USB-C charging port, a 12-volt socket and even a 5.7-inch digital instrument cluster. There's no word on pricing for the vehicle's intended market just yet, although we know the Tris will be offered with a choice of three bodies: pick-up bed, chassis-cab and flat-bed. Did you know you can sell your car through Auto Express ? We'll help you get a great price and find a great deal on a new car, too .
Motor 1
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Fiat's First Three-Wheel EV Is This Super Cute Delivery Truck
Fiat isn't known for making big cars, but the Italian automaker has never made a three-wheeled vehicle until now. Meet the Tris. It's a bite-sized electric vehicle designed to serve businesses and entrepreneurs, like last-mile delivery, mobile businesses, and transport services—and no, it's not coming to America. The Tris is available in three configurations: truck, chassis cab, and flatbed. It's 10.4-feet long, or about five feet shorter than a Honda Civic . But it has 24.2 square feet of load space, capable of accommodating standard euro pallets, and a 1,190-pound payload capacity. Photo by: Fiat Professional The 48-volt electric motor makes up to 12 horsepower and 33 pound-feet of torque, so don't expect to win any races. Top speed is 28 miles per hour. The Tris comes packing a 6.9-kilowatt-hour battery that provides up to 56 miles of range on a single charge. Fiat integrated the charging equipment into the vehicle so owners can recharge using any standard domestic plug. It's not the fastest charge in the world, replenishing the battery from zero to 80 percent in 3.5 hours—but that shouldn't be an issue for most business operations. A full recharge takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. Photo by: Fiat Professional Despite its diminutive size, the Tris has multiple storage cubbies, including a closed glove box, a USB-C charger, a 12-volt socket, and a 5.7-inch digital instrument cluster. Fiat designed the Tris for Africa and the Middle East, but it meets European homologation standards and comes with a three-point seat belt and a reverse buzzer. It even has LED lights that feature the brand's new signature pixel design. The Tris feels similar to the Toyota Hilux Champ . It's another small pickup designed for businesses and entrepreneurs to spec as needed. Fiat will offer upfit services for the Tris through its commercial arm, and maybe one day, it'll be as popular to import as those Japanese minitrucks . Check Out More From Fiat: Fiat Finally Makes a Cool Car, But You Can't Buy It Yet The Fiat 500 Gets Its Gas Engine Back And a Nice Surprise Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Source: Fiat Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
