Frequently Asked Questions
The Company
SOFTCAR is a visionary Swiss car manufacturer designing lightweight, hybrid (gas and electric) vehicles built for the circular economy. Our mission is to offer "probably the cleanest car in the world" by leveraging Swiss precision engineering to minimize environmental impact. We proudly carry a local vision with a global ambition: "Born in Switzerland, Made for the World".
SOFTCAR is a Swiss company headquartered in Fribourg (FR). Its development office is located in La Neuveville (BE), while its assembly workshop is based in the Landeron (NE). This regional presence ensures local engineering and optimal responsiveness.
SOFTCAR aims to reinvent urban mobility. Our vision is based on an ultra-lightweight and energy-efficient vehicle, fully designed around a circular economy model. By drastically reducing the resources used in manufacturing and simplifying the reuse and recycling of every component, we are creating a sustainable and responsible transportation solution.
Usage, category, license
The SOFTCAR Mango belongs to the European L7e category (heavy quadricycle). While it is 100% electric and limited to a top speed of 90 km/h, it feels and drives like a full-sized car. It is designed with safety standards far exceeding most vehicles in its class. While it differs from heavy M1 category cars, it stands out as a safe, robust, and high-performance urban alternative.
The maximum speed of an L7e vehicle is limited to 90 km/h. While Switzerland allows access to motorways for this category, access to highways and expressways depends on local regulations in other countries. In Europe, quadricycles are generally prohibited from using these fast lanes. We therefore recommend that you always check the specific regulations in your region before traveling.
Unlike many vehicles in its class, the SOFTCAR Mango features four full seats. It is a unique urban solution in the L7e segment, capable of comfortably transporting a small family or colleagues for all your daily trips. Its compactness doesn't compromise its social side!
Features
The SOFTCAR Mango is by definition much lighter than conventional cars. It has a mass of only 648 kg (battery included) for a four-seater vehicle. This lightness is achieved through the use of optimized materials and a streamlined design with a reduced number of components.
The SOFTCAR Mango is designed to be ultra-compact and agile in urban environments. Its dimensions are:
Length: 3.42 meters
Width: 1.49 meters
Height: 1.65 meters
Its compact size makes it the perfect solution for navigating and parking easily in the city.
