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[@vwthings]

I'd be very tempted to fit a solar panel on the roof to top up while parked in Summer

[@darryljones3009]

Unless you live on Mercury that probably wouldn't achieve much.

[@SolarWebsite]

@@darryljones3009 You're right. You _may_ fit a 100Wp panel on that roof. Depending on many circumstances (latitude, season, weather, shading, positioning, clean/dirty, etc) that _may_ produce 500-700 Wh (watt-hours) on a very good day. Where I live (the Netherlands) and where Andy lives (UK) you won't have very many of those days. On many days you's just be carrying it around as dead weight. WIth the Twizy's 6 kWh battery you would need about ten of those very good days to charge the battery completely. Put another way, one such very good day, might add about 8 km to the range. Not worth it. Put solar panels on your house, charge from there.

[@64BJH]

love the Twizzy and your videos - most cars these days are larger because of the safety features - side impact bars, curtain air bags etc - these developments and changes in the laws worldwide have meant that manufacturers have to make larger vehicles to fit it all in - look at the Nissan Micra as a point in case - tiny when launched but now anything but. Love your videos Andy - keep them coming, you are inspiring me to look for a Twizzy!

[@Hurc7495]

Its true that crumple zones take up space so like for like a modern car will be a little larger, but they don’t account for the morbidly obese tonka trucks that seem to be so fashionable these days. in my opinion it has more to do with people trying to use their vehicle to make up for deficiencies elsewhere.

[@CheapskateMotorsports]

The twizzy reminds me of a 4 wheeled version of that weird moped BMW used to make (I think it's the C1) where it had a full car cockpit minus the doors. It's got some charm to it.

[@NotJustBikes]

This video was the recommended video after watching my own recent video about (electric) microcars in the Netherlands, where I came to pretty much the same conclusion: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGrPqmqAn9Z4mJI I loved your video, and I completely agree! We don't need a car anymore (living in Amsterdam), but if we did, an electric microcar like the Twizy or Biro would be perfect. I really hope that these are the future, because these smaller, lighter cars are so much more electricity efficient than a giant overweight Tesla or something. Greetings from Amsterdam!

[@sarahhilton7681]

And they also don’t require so much space! Imagine If these were the norm! We could have way smaller roads, parking lots, etc. And because they’re much smaller and typically slower, roads are safer too so people feel safer using bikes and scooters, or just walking. And things would be closer together without all those bulky roads and parking lots which further encourages biking, walking, etc. Would be a win-win-win all around!

[@jameslewis2635]

My stepfather has a Twizzy and I know from experience how fun these things can be for running around town and how insanely maneuverable they are. Personally I work doing hot food deliveries which pretty much wipes out the Twizzy as I need to keep the food warm. If I could get something similar with a closed cockpit and heating then that would be ideal for the job that I do.

[@captainric2364]

Love the Twizy! Ever since I've sat in the back of one while it being pushed round a little track in a big car park (it was at an EV testing event) I fell in love with it. It's really incredible how you can go round corners in it! I hope to buy one as my first car in 3 years, really don't need any more car than this :p

[@emrysinfrimley4229]

Great video!!! Keep them coming!!!

[@datboy9521]

Awesome, thanks for that video Andy

[@RecreationalRunner]

glad to see another Twizy video, that's what brought me here in the first place, still haven't got round to buying one though, haven't found one without a battery lease still active.

[@simonupton-millard]

Hi, just had to say hi as a fellow twizy owner with the same windows and a power box as well, but my best mod was changing the seat to a smart four two heated vinal one. It makes it much nicer to drive as it absorbs the bumps, mine is a 2012 model

[@dougowt]

I’ve been very keen on getting a Twizzy. I couldn’t agree more on the practicalities for local trips. And I would definitely go for the power/torque upgrade. I’ve watched most of your videos incl heater builds. Have you tried a heated jacket? The battery rental is pretty steep for the Twizzy, it’s more than the Kangoo.

[@Amin2k]

Love the video mate

[@adarbs6384]

Wise words and another great Twizy video Andy. Every time I watch one of your Twizy vids it makes me want one more and more, but the cost in Ireland is just way out of my reach - I'd be nervous about buying a used one because the battery would probably be no good

[@deydododontdedoh.5672]

I agree, this is the future, loved this since it came out. Would love one as no longer own a car because I live so close to work. The things that put me off getting one is (as far as I'm aware) you don't buy it you basically rent it, well buy it and rent the batteries or something? Either way it's too dear for my low waged job to afford. Space could maybe be a bit better and some of the mod cons (not that I've been in one!) but guess this would add even more to the price. I'm sure given time prices of electric cars will come down in price but for now I will carry on walking to work and using public transport. Nice car tho' and thanks for posting.

[@TommyRogic18]

Ordering one next year, thank you Andy for the inspiration. Sadly won’t be able to use a power box but definitely investing in the OEM Korean windows. Would you recommend any other optional extras that have made your life with the car easier?

[@Dave64track]

Great Twizy vid liking how it's so easy to park everywhere and charge in a few hours from a standard socket. I think it's the way forward for short journeys around town we should see more small electric cars about like this it makes sense.

[@MikeDWinter]

Nice video, Andy. Interested to know what difference the power and wheel upgrades made to your insurance and were they difficult at all about it?

[@zjzozn]

Another great vlog 👍 You have encouraged me purchase a few solar panels and micro inverter 👍 it’s amazing to may your own bit of energy 👍👍

[@oliverkimayr6814]

why don't more people do it? the answer is: especially in big cities, where most of potential users are living, we don't have the luxury of our own parking space where we can fit a power socket. It's a bit unpractical for most of us to run 30m of extension lead from our flat to the car.

[@oliverkimayr6814]

@pcx 2019 brilliant idea. Why did nobody think about carrying 50kg of battery up and down the flat 😜

[@oliverkimayr6814]

@pcx 2019 still extremely handy to carry around 🤣. So, no, until there are charging points at every curbside parking space, having an EV in the city is unpractical for most of us.

[@oliverkimayr6814]

@pcx 2019 insulting me doesn't make it more practical. bye, loser 🤣

[@oliverkimayr6814]

@pcx 2019 too unpractical; simple. End of story.

[@oliverkimayr6814]

@pcx 2019 nothing to do with being lazy. More like: i need a car to be ready to go at any given time. No battery-pack carrying (making sure it's charged), search a plug somewhere not at the actual destination, etc. The idea is 15 years too early, the infrastructure isn't ready.

[@paulmorgan274]

Good to see a real bloke talking this vehicle up, it's a shame more people didn't it would really show how valuable resource this is ok regards Paul from London

[@jamiehammond7401]

That is the best thing you've driven in all your vids so far,it put a smile on myself also. 😀 Cheers.

[@davidpiper3652]

If I had off street parking I would get a Twizy. I was also put off by the leased battery. I think it's brilliant and agree they are the future. Some sort of car share scheme; pick one up, drive few miles, drop it off; that might work.

[@ryanmochrie1]

I want one I had a little.smart car brabus was like a go kart miss it the torque looks so fun for running around town

[@patrickbonin137]

NICE ONE MATE ~! Christmas tree on the roof....a little burn up in town ..lovely!!! Whats next solar power sunroof on the twizzy lol ....long live electricity and long live Andy Kirby speed antics.....thinking out of the comfy zone box...yeeeh !!!!!

[@rune7343]

As always, great video, great camera angeling, fitting tune, and you make was want to buy a Twizy. Why Renault hasnt sponsored you yet is mind boggling. :) PS! I just bought a Twizy.

[@JohnC-iv8jo]

truly utilitarian abstract version of the mark 1 mini, concept / function wise that is, would love one. Well done for mentioning the panel set up and making it directly relevant.

[@andykirby]

Thanks for watching!👍

[@mikewilson4847]

I only found your KZbin clips after I'd bought my second hand TWIZY. After 68 years of driving models such as Aston Martin, Bentley, Citroen CX etc I have now fallen in love with this super little, so very clever piece of design. Another example of French flair. My appearance has now prompted another local purchase, & I hope it will prompt others to seek E.V.s as well, despite the current ridiculous pricing in the U.K..

[@andykirby]

Brilliant! At last another petrol head that can appreciate how refreshing this little vehicle is! I’ve had mine for a couple of years now and I’m still loving it. The rawness and simplicity just reminds me of the old hot hatch days (Renault 5 turbo, Fiesta XR2) great you have influenced others, it’s fascinating how many conversations I’ve had with people in car parks about the Twizy. I’m always late back when I pop out to the shops! I may have something interesting in the pipeline soon with regards to the supply of Twizys without the battery lease. I believe there’s a real desire for the Twizy in the UK but it’s crippled by the battery lease and high cost. Watch this space. Have you purchased a power box yet?

[@mikewilson4847]

@@andykirby Thank you ! No power box so far. Keeping VW 'UP' for the wintery weather though, in the York area. I also noted the Japanese virtual copies of the design as they follow suit, but Renault have a head start.

[@darky1905]

3:30 I m still laughing :D love you man !

[@troyclayton]

So cool. Too bad I live in an area where snow and below freezing daytime temps can be an issue 5 months out of the year, and the range is an issue for those of us who live rurally.

[@jolladevices]

Extremely cool! I am thinking if a Twizy 45 can be unlocked to become like a Twizy 80 normal with a Powerbox... (I mean 80km/h in sport mode)

[@Kennnyboy888]

Amazing mod you have on it. Looks mint too.

[@Allan_Melon]

The perfect lil run about car

[@knoxieman]

Your vlogging and editing skills are top notch mate not to mention your amazing music, in fact is there anything that you cant do?? what a lovely couple you and Sarah make as well, take care and have a great xmas.

[@andykirby]

Thanks man! Appreciate that maybe we should collab one day 😁 have a good Christmas too👍

[@Laner84]

Awesome little video! Loving your editing skills compared to last year's videos! Getting a bit clever now Mr Kirby! Haha I'd love a twizy I really would! Would make a great commutor car 17 miles each way to work

[@andykirby]

Haha Thanks! It would make a really fun commuter your right!

[@e-bikerbulgaria]

They are great little vehicles and second user mainland Eu, these are easy to pick up only €4k. Was Andy’s videos that encouraged the research. As ever great content.

[@madobox]

Only thing missing is the battery leasing from running cost what is not cheap.

[@opvoedingsboek]

So funny, my twizy story is exactly the same as yours! Love it, like this electric bomb better than my sports car en diesel saloon. What kind of leds did you install?

[@peaceonearth8693]

Birds of a feather flock together. But, do nuts also grow in clusters?

[@davidking3699]

What I would worry about is visibility - seeing far enough ahead around other cars / lorries to see what is ahead instead of waiting for brake lights from other cars... the small size and getting crunched by anything else on the road bigger than an e-bike... and those perspex side windows look like they would scratch and go cloudy,,, instead of staying clear like glass would... what sort of load can they carry - could you put a rack on to carry a mountain bike or such, or 50 kilos of load (groceries, bag of dog food etc) Might bot be practical for the distances in Australia (even though I am in a city, still bigger cities) do they accept fast chargers from Tesla style recharge stations, or just house-level charging? And finally, In Australia, open wheels like it has are illegal, do they have a mudguard option to stop the spray from the wheels, and to make it look a lit like say an Ariel Atom or such...

[@Tonyv1951]

Wondering what impact your power boosting mods made to the range of the Twizy? Did the mods include boosting the battery capacity?

[@CitiesForTheFuture2030]

What type of maintenance requirements do these cars need? Who do you go to if something fails (good support from the manufacturer / dealership?)? I would love to own a micro car! How much to purchase? Is there a second hand market for them yet?

[@StewartWaddell]

I can clearly tell you love that car, I am the same as you I have a "normal" car and then a Smart 450 and I get looks in that as well

[@jarthurs]

I love it when I go to my local Tesco Express for supplies in the Leaf and when I get to the till they ask, "any fuel?". Not any more...

[@andykirby]

Haha! Yeah that always happens to me too😁

[@ingerechtannon2471]

Bought one in a flash sale real cheap I hope the purchase was real and not not fraud site. looks like a crushble people omlet container Add a rotax and a parasail rig and floatation raft and you would be reported as a UFO.

[@stuartcareless9550]

Loving the video, If I bought a twizy how much Is the kit to charge it up is it £500 all in ???

[@IrishBug]

thats why i love my g-wiz...it's great for shopping..

[@kendigweed]

Have you done a video on the torque up that you did to the car and more to the point where do you get the parts?

[@andykirby]

There was a video a while back I did about performance mods for the Twizy. I will be adding a Twizy section to our store soon for all the parts👍

[@Larry]

Is there any way around having to rent a battery though?

[@andykirby]

Yeah you can find some with owned batteries.

[@Larry]

@@andykirby Cheers, is that what you did? Also are they pricey AND do you need a specific model of battery? (sorry for the questions, REALLY want one :P)

[@IchibanMoto]

so awesome. wish we could get this class of car here in chicagoland !

[@apache-yaquibrown4060]

How will keep the rats out?

[@tonierawlins7986]

Hi Andy I have been watching your videos I'm going to buy a new Twizy should I take the bluetooth kit option

[@daveconyard8946]

Thanks Brilliant love it x

[@markyboyclark]

Love your twizy vids ! 😎👍

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

Next video can u do a fully explained twizy controls. What are the pedals configuration like and dash

[@egyphon]

right pedal : go. left pedal : brake. It's a ton of fun to drive.

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

@@egyphon well being an EV i dont know how diff it would be

[@seankennedy5502]

I'd say there would be some spray off of the wheels on a wet day ! How would you keep it clean ?

[@nickclark6001]

It's illegal with no mud guards...

[@mysteriouslabyrinth3504]

Are there possibilities for extra batteries?

[@frankhooper7871]

The thing I like most about the Twizy is it makes my Smart FourTwo feel big ☺

[@gdwlaw5549]

We see loads of these in Montpellier, France! Electric is taking off big time. Second hand Twizy can be found for less than 5K

[@SDeww]

imagine its rainy and your on a bicycle, or in your car., and this ting is driving infront of you with no mudguards around its tires.... its tired will pick up dirt/water/little rocks, and you will get pelted with them!.. cant believe it is allowed on the road without a mudguard !!.

[@DraGon-cg6ge]

is it worth buying?

[@wetlettuce4768]

Finally someone who drives cars like this properly!

[@pdormer]

Do you go in the Three Horsehoes at Molehill Green?, my Sister owns it, great videos!

[@ryandoc3760]

Where can I get the public charger cable for the twizy?

[@sarge27271]

With the advent of Solid State and Graphene batteries, the coming generations of these little light weight cars should be able to offer A) Sporty performance! and B) Range! When we hit that sweet spot, I think we'll see an explosion of these little cars on the roads! Great vids. Keep 'Em Coming! Cheers

[@flhusa1]

does it have a heater for defrost ?

[@rezyc]

Can you drive them on a provisional or are quads offf that now

[@xchopp]

5:18 -- good overtaking, lots of space, thank you! Easier to do in an EV too, 'cos of the zippiness.

[@VineyardFPV]

M8, now I get one. Greets from Germany!

[@LoftechUK]

Shame they don’t do an electric quad you could use on a provisional license

[@chrisedwards4917]

I so want one of these little pocket rockets!

[@markpearman2631]

It's all very well if you have the money buy and to run two vehicles. I love micro cars like this but l need a car that does everything

[@robinjones6999]

I think you are spot on with your comments. Who needs huge cars just to go to the shops? Errrr the car snobs do!

[@Blastbod]

What do you think about the battery rent? Im an italian owner of Twizy and I love it too, but the price of the renting is a bit of a pain in the ass... Congrat for the video too, good job

[@andykirby]

It’s a right pain, get one without a battery lease.

[@FlyingFun.]

Yep, I love my ebike but doing errands on is not practical because can't really leave it outside a shop etc or it will get stolen .... How secure is this though I wonder?

[@andykirby]

Yes that’s what I find about the ebike too. The Twizy is as secure as a motorcycle or any convertible car I guess. You wouldn’t want to leave anything of value in there but it’s fine for leaving outside a shop, let’s face it if someone stole it, they would be pretty easy to spot!!!

[@FlyingFun.]

@@andykirby yeah, defo not inconspicuous lol, Definitely my sort of vehicle, I used to love the not hatches of the 90s, I had a Citroen AX GT which was a blast to drive, small light and plenty of go and cornered on rails, never liked big cars , too slow round corners and thirsty. How is it in the rain?

[@justincase2281]

Would love to see these available for sale in the U.S., with a a solar panel incorporated into the roof so it will charge when parked!!

[@ronniechowdhury3082]

If you can do a video on a mod to add another 15-20kwh of 18650 batteries and a Type 2 connector, it would be a perfect car for 90% of single person journeys. Keep the petrol car for the long distance. That would probably give it 200miles of range?

[@thirdenvoqation7735]

Been looking at one as a secondary vehicle, but realistically for where I live I have too many hills which would kill the battery range and range is a major detractor for me as most of my 'short' journeys I undertake are 20-30 mile round trips. As mentioned by many other people, if the Twizy (or any other micro-car) have a better range, doors and some creature comforts they'd probably sell a lot more. I've driven a Twizy (borrowed a friends as he was looking to sell it), and they are fun but not always the most practical especially if you live in a flat with no readily accessible charge points (which is a major deterrent for all electrics). All this said, if you can get a second hand one with no battery contract and can go zero energy with solar wind it's a no brainer, but again Renault makes no effort to push these vehicles and arguably they are their own worst enemy with the mandatory battery hire.

[@raupenimmersatt6906]

You get 50km out of the car if you Push it hard. 70km if you drive normally. 80-100(max) if you really put effort in it. 20-39miles should be doable- you gain Energy Back when you Go downhill

[@MarcusTDM]

I really like the Twizzy but they’re just too expensive for most people who’d use one unfortunately. Good video.

[@Tigermoto]

Bingo, not to mention those who don't have driveways to plug them in. And if those are the real Windows it's be fun getting stuff stolen regularly in most of the UK

[@SueJacobs]

As a motorcyclist, my 1st question is are the breaks upgraded to go with the power mod? If not its probably lethal , especially to pedestrians

[@andykirby]

I ride electric motorcycles. The brakes in the Twizy are really good as standard. But because its electric it has regenerative braking which is enhanced when you do the power upgrade, you can actually modify the braking strength and it’s incredible. This thing stops alright 😁

[@MrGoogle87]

Still really want a twizy. Some day..!

[@scubatrucker6806]

I agree with mate. Small cars are the future for smaller trips.

[@peaceonearth8693]

That Mr. Bean show was quite awhile back now. I wonder what he would drive if his show was made today? Back then, the ingredients for his car humour included small, impractical and ridiculous. Some recipes are timeless, aye?

[@johnnyrosenberg9522]

I get to work (about 12 km) every day in an electric moped (”Vespa style”) and I was actually into the Twizy for a while, but it lacks one very important advantage of my current moped: It's too wide, I can't advance in traffic queues the way I can with a moped. I would be more interested in something like the Toyota i-Road or similar. And Twizy's suspension is horrible. Like a bicycle or something. Ridiculously hard.

[@5c0u53]

Personal transport ( ie single person electric) is the future for inner city travel be-it small cars like this or those adult electric scooters that look like choppers (pic in the link below) , they are perfect for the 'short' journey to work or for the student going to University and they could quite easily be accommodated in cycling paths/lanes . The stalling point is the restrictive legislation that is outdated and idiotic ,although there are safety concerns of normal cars/vans/lorries/buses squashing the rider due to either the scooter driver acting dangerously or the vehicle driver thinking that the road belongs to them. As a car driver and cyclist from personal experience the biggest issue is that there are far too many w*nkers with driving licenses. When you think that that little low power 'green-ish' mode of transport is illegal BUT ANYBODY can ride a horse and cart on the roads you have to admit that something is wrong. Were i live in the North it is a regular occurrence to see traffic held up behind a horse and buggy/cart and quite often driven by kids of about 12 , these are not travellers or Gypsy's but local kids and the police do NOTHING , but, if they find you riding a scooter you can be fined and be given points on your license. balkangreenenergynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/pecica-arsat-industrie-20191023142711_cr.jpg

[@almwaysa]

do you think it would be feasible to fit it with solar panels and configure it to trickle charge using solar? Someone did the same to a Nissan Leaf on youtube. the range of 50 miles isnt that good imho, something around 75 or more would be more feasible.

[@peaceonearth8693]

Seriously, I wonder if a trickle charge would affect the battery longevity? Which could be a factor if people are required to lease and replace batteries? I actually do think this car has a place and that would be on a beach or a golf course.

[@cheetahkid]

Battery question, do you owned the batteries of the twizzy? I have electric wheelchair which is slow 5mph and cost me £10,000.

[@markpitman6772]

Andy do you lease your battery????

[@Mark-M72]

whens ur MOT due, still wonder about the lack of arches since you upgraded the wheels n tyres, . . . do u still have to pay Renault for the battery hire? . . . im sure i heard this has stopped this for new cars but wasn't sure about legacy vehicles

[@peterpaul100]

do you lease or rent your battery? Are you capable to manufacture your own battery? Like to own one myself and get rid of the rental battery, but don't trust my skills te make a battery. Like to hear your opinion

[@chipsteiner9128]

Visitors to Bermuda are not allowed to rent cars--only Twizies or scooters. (this might not be the case for UK citizens but it is for the rest of us) We rented one for a week. Very convenient but the back seat isn't exactly a comfortable place to be and with two people, trying to squeeze in some grocies wasn't real easy. The Twizies in Bermuda didn't have side curtains either so it could get a little cool and breezy--especially in the back seat. Nevertheless, micros are surely the way to go and I wish they were being imported (or made) in the U.S. Japan, China, and European countries make all kinds of variations. Why they aren't available in the U.S. is beyond me (probably some stupid bureaucratic "laws" disallowing them). Thanks for giving them some exposure on KZbin.

[@holdtight46]

Will email you through website for more on the solar system. Nice video !

[@andykirby]

Yes ok, the systems aren’t on the website yet but we have some different options. You can reach me at [e-mail]

[@comfortsay]

Can I buy them in Australia

[@toolzshed]

Does it have air-conditioning?

[@alexbull378]

I love the twizzy but loving the seat minimo. cant wait for that to come out

[@andykirby]

Will it ever tho??

[@alexbull378]

andy kirby I hope so or a revamp of the twizzy and hope they take note of some of your mods .

[@emirkaon]

Hi Andy. Can you tell the tyre and rim measurements?

[@andykirby]

They are Team Dynamics 13x6 inch rims, 185 60 R13 tyres, you also need spacers from Elia tuning to fit 4 stud wheels.

[@jimhofoss9982]

how many miles have you got on Twizzy?

[@philippeplouchart8156]

How does it compare with a Smart car ( by M-B)?

[@AlexChristaki]

They are quite different. The twizy drives like a Go-Cart, the Smart Car is small ev that drives just like that. Performance is good in both, but the Twiz feels like a drive. The Smart Car I felt was so badly made inside, although is fun to drive. The problem is that MB guarantee the batt for 8 years, after that your £16k is worth nothing. The twiz is half that too.

[@SgtBubbles100]

What do you do in hot summer days? With this little window opening and no AC i guess this thing transforms to a sauna

[@andykirby]

Na it’s the best thing ever because you just unclip the windows, remove them completely and enjoy the breeze!

[@mathewjavier4989]

Is this have a aircon

[@magic1010d]

I just want one but I live in US 😭

[@gerardjachymiak5822]

Get a company to import it

[@TemplarOnHigh]

@@gerardjachymiak5822 To get plates it will have to pass US crash tests. To drive it without plates it will never legally be able to be on the roads since it has four wheels.

[@barriewilliams4526]

I love the bit where you say "I've got proper cars" & the camera swings round to show a Range Rover :)))))

[@zenzen9131]

I could do 90% of my trips in one of these but I don't like the idea of having to lease the batteries. Shame they don't do a buy options for them.

[@peaceonearth8693]

When a company wants to stay tapped into you like a mosquito. That means they love you.

[@ali16brapim16]

whats the insurance like on one of these mate?

[@armwrestlinginthe6ix]

Hi andy kirby, happy holidays. I have some questions first off is im building an e bike and im buying the controller kit off your site. Can your sabvoton 72150 be unlocked the one that comes in the kit w the tft display? Im just wondering because im either getting the 72200 or 72150. Thank you. Also im wondering maybe if you could put a contact button somewhere on your website so its easier for people to reach you. Thank you for taking the time to help me Anth

[@andykirby]

Hi, no it can’t be unlocked, you don’t need to do that anyway, 150A is a huge amount of power and 200A is crazy. My email is in the description [e-mail]

[@armwrestlinginthe6ix]

@@andykirby oh beautiful. Thanks