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Remember the Smart car? That tiny "pregnant roller skate" that briefly captured America's imagination is making a surprising comeback—this time fully electric. Through a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Chinese automotive giant Geely (Volvo's parent company), the Smart car is being reimagined for 2026. We explore whether this small EV makes sense for American roads or if it's destined to stay a European curiosity. Meanwhile, Honda's shocking announcement about bringing back the Prelude name—as a hybrid, no less—suggests that maybe cars aren't dead after all in our SUV-obsessed market.
By TechMobility Productions Inc.Remember the Smart car? That tiny "pregnant roller skate" that briefly captured America's imagination is making a surprising comeback—this time fully electric. Through a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Chinese automotive giant Geely (Volvo's parent company), the Smart car is being reimagined for 2026. We explore whether this small EV makes sense for American roads or if it's destined to stay a European curiosity. Meanwhile, Honda's shocking announcement about bringing back the Prelude name—as a hybrid, no less—suggests that maybe cars aren't dead after all in our SUV-obsessed market.