{
  "id": 460347,
  "title": "Smart #2 Images Appear Online Via Chinese Regulator",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/smart-2-images-appear-online-via-chinese-regulator",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-10T09:32:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/400999/smart-2-images-appear-online/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In April, Smart unveiled its Concept #2, a two-seater vehicle reminiscent of the Fortwo. The company had initially announced that a production model would be showcased at the Paris Motor Show in October; however, images of the #2 have surfaced online earlier than anticipated. These images were shared by Chinese news outlet Autohome and originate from the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).\n\nThe Smart #2 depicts the recognizable silhouette of the two-seater, accompanied by a unique baseball cap-like appearance at the rear. The car features a prominent rear spoiler, angular front headlights akin to cartoon characters, and rounder taillights with a distinctive water drop-like tip. Frameless windows and traditional pull-type door handles are also part of the #2's design, adhering to the Chinese government's upcoming ban on hidden EV door handles in 2027.\n\nThe vehicle is equipped with either 15-inch steel wheels or 16-inch alloy wheels, while the interior remains undisclosed. The S-shaped dashboard, similar to the Fortwo, is another notable feature. Additionally, the Smart #2 measures 2,751mm in length, 1,669mm in width, and 1,555mm in height, with a wheelbase of 1,875mm. This makes the car slightly over the 1,875mm wheelbase threshold required to fit within the #1, Smart's next smallest model. Weighing in at 1,130kg, the Smart #2 comes with a 60 kW rear motor and a 30 kWh battery, as per the latest report.",
  "summary": "Back in April, Smart revealed what it called at the time the Concept #2, a two-seater reminiscent of the Fortwo that the brand was known for back when it was still wholly owned by Mercedes. At the time, the company said a production model would be shown off at the Paris Motor Show in October, […] The post Smart #2 Images Appear Online Via Chinese Regulator appeared first on Lowyat.NET .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}