Fiat 500 (2014)

Saturday, 31 August 2019 11:09 AM Fiat announced the discontinuation of the 2019 Fiat 500 and 500e in North America. This decision marked the end of the first generation of the electric 500e, which was primarily sold in California and Oregon to comply with clean energy regulations. The current inventory was expected to last into 2020.

Friday, 31 August 2018 11:37 AM Then CEO Sergio Marchionne revealed that Fiat lost money on every 500e sold, and he even hoped that no one would buy one due to the financial losses. This highlighted the challenges Fiat faced with the electric version of the 500 in the U.S. market. I think this was a clear sign that the model needed significant improvements.

Sunday, 15 June 2014 09:53 AM The 2014 Fiat 500e was largely considered a compliance car, sold exclusively in California and Oregon to help Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) earn clean energy credits. This limited its appeal and sales volume. It was clear that the car was not designed for mass market success.

Tuesday, 20 May 2014 01:36 PM The 2014 Fiat 500e had an electric range of about 87 miles, which was decent for its time but limited compared to modern standards. It produced 111 horsepower and 147 lb-ft of torque, making it suitable for urban driving but not ideal for long trips. I believe this range was a significant factor in its limited adoption.