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2010 smart fortwo electric drive First Impressions

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Mike Goetz
smart's electric journey reaches North American shore
Handling didn’t seem compromised by the 300-plus additional pounds of the electric drivetrain, probably because most all of that extra weight is the battery, which sits as low as it can in the car.

The smart electric drive is a hoot to drive. (Photo: Mike Goetz/Auto123.com)

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Discussions will be ongoing, whether electric is the solution for mass transportation, or just for cities, or only if the electricity comes from clean sources.

We’ll leave them for another day, and simply say that the smart electric drive is a hoot to drive, especially with the top down on a beautiful day in the Bronx.
Mike Goetz
Mike Goetz
Automotive expert