What exactly is the FT-Me, and why do we need one? Toyota unveiled a new micro EV on Thursday, dubbed the FT-Me. It’s small, but Toyota is hyping it up as an affordable alternative. It even has a solar roof to boost range.

Toyota has unveiled the FT-Me, a micro-car concept. The tiny EV seats two and is limited to 45 km/h (28 mph). It's envisioned as a mobility solution for teens or restricted urban areas.

The roof-mounted solar panels could add enough range to cover your daily commute, without the need of a charger

Toyota FT-Me mobility concept revealed► Aimed at Ami, Spring and quadricycle► With a when, not if production date Toyota’s ‘new mobility’ department has been busy creating this: the FT-Me. It’s a cutesy and customisable microcar designed for the city – and Toyota intends to productionise it.