Small, efficient and revolutionary: The IPOP electric car from Alsace
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Small, efficient and revolutionary: The IPOP electric car from Alsace
In early May 2026, the French start‑up IPOP Automobiles unveiled a prototype of its mini electric car at the National Automobile Museum in Mulhouse. Nicknamed IPOP, the vehicle breaks with conventions: instead of a central motor, each wheel houses its own electric motor. The company promises that nearly all components are manufactured in France, with battery cells from China being the only exception.
Visually, the IPOP resembles a hybrid of a beach buggy and a golf cart. It can be configured as a two‑ or four‑seat vehicle, with open or enclosed bodywork, and with either two‑ or four‑wheel drive. Inventor Christophe Winkelmuller believes that wheel‑hub motors are the next big leap in vehicle electrification, comparable to the battery revolution of the past decade. By eliminating bulky drivetrains, the wheel motors are intended to save space and increase efficiency.
IPOP Automobiles plans two models: IPOP 45 and IPOP 90. The IPOP 45 is a light quadricycle limited to 45 km/h and intended for drivers from 14 years of age, while the IPOP 90 seats four, reaches 90 km/h and offers optional all‑wheel drive. The car uses 15‑kW (~20 hp) wheel motors and 48‑V lithium‑iron‑phosphate batteries, giving an estimated range of 135 km and a recharge time of 4–5 hours. The unladen weight ranges from 500–600 kg, and the boot capacity is 350 litres.
According to the manufacturer, prices will start at €11 000 for the IPOP 45, rising to €15 000 (around €17 000 with four‑wheel drive) for the IPOP 90. Assembly takes place near Colmar, and virtually all parts are sourced locally to support Alsatian suppliers. The prototype is not yet road‑approved; IPOP Automobiles hopes to deliver the first customers in 2027.
With European manufacturers facing intense competition and supply‑chain challenges, the IPOP’s emphasis on local production and affordability offers hope. Its compact, modular design could provide an accessible alternative to heavy quadricycles and help broaden the appeal of electric mobility.
