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by Rob
Fri Feb 11, 2022 11:52 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Where is the Smart #1 Made?
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Where is the Smart #1 Made?

Since 2020, the Smart brand is owned by a 50-50% joint venture between Geely and Mercedes-Benz. The Germans are responsible for the design and the Chinese for development and production. The SUV will be based on Geely’s SEA EV platform. This modular platform will eventually underpin a wide range of ...
by Rob
Fri Feb 11, 2022 11:49 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Smart #1 Power and battery
Replies: 1
Views: 5061

Smart #1 Power and battery

From what we know so far, The Smart #1 SUV will be powered by a 268 hp single electric motor, sending all its power to the rear wheels. It will get a 70 kWh battery for a range of about 500 kilometers. Chinese media say it will be equipped with over-the-air (OTA) update technology.
by Rob
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:37 am
Forum: Members Gallery
Topic: Smart #1 Interior Spied
Replies: 0
Views: 7267

Smart #1 Interior Spied

As usual with test vehicles a lot of the interior is covered with more carpets so whilst not everything is revealed you do get a pretty good idea of how the interior is coming along.
by Rob
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:35 am
Forum: Members Gallery
Topic: First Smart #1 Spy pictures released
Replies: 0
Views: 5304

First Smart #1 Spy pictures released

Now the first photos of the Smart #1 have been posted on one of China's largest social networks.
by Rob
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:32 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Smart has released images of the new Smart #1 undergoing aerodynamic testing
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Views: 5344

Smart has released images of the new Smart #1 undergoing aerodynamic testing

Smart has released images of the new Smart #1 undergoing aerodynamic testing at their Chinese facility. The brand has also discussed its focus on blending style and aerodynamic efficiency with the Smart #1. Thanks to a streamlined body, concealed doorhandles and an active grille shutter, the Smart #...
by Rob
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:30 am
Forum: Members Gallery
Topic: Smart #1 spied winter testing
Replies: 0
Views: 5299

Smart #1 spied winter testing

The winter tests were conducted in northern China. At up to 40 degrees below zero, the driving systems, the tuning of the drive and the battery temperature management system were tested. Customers should be able to set the #1 to automatically preheat the battery via an app or via the control system ...
by Rob
Tue Sep 11, 2018 10:51 am
Forum: Website Issues
Topic: Forum Rules
Replies: 0
Views: 10802

Forum Rules

I would like to remind all forum members to follow our relatively laid back approach to ensure these forums remain user-friendly. We promote a mutual code of conduct here and ask that you respect each other at all times. We ask you to behave in a manner that is non-intimidatory and non-abusive and t...
by Rob
Tue Feb 20, 2018 9:32 am
Forum: Website Issues
Topic: PM in Outbox?
Replies: 0
Views: 5837

PM in Outbox?

This is normal, it just means the PM is unread. It will move to your sent items once it has been read.
by Rob
Wed May 27, 2015 9:13 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Welcome to the Smart #1 Forums
Replies: 0
Views: 8347

Welcome to the Smart #1 Forums

Welcome along - this forum is dedicated to the electric SUV from Smart - the Smart #1. Smart has confirmed that its forthcoming compact electric SUV will be called the Smart #1, with the ‘#’ forming the basis of the brand’s naming convention for its next generation of electric cars. Please introduce...