From spaghetti to sockets — Italy’s newest export is a tiny electric trike ready to revolutionize B2B micromobility across Africa and the Middle East.
Casablanca/Modena – In a move that proves three wheels are better than four—at least for last-mile delivery—Fiat Professional has officially launched Tris, a charmingly cheeky three-wheeled electric vehicle that combines classic Italian flair with cargo-hauling hustle.
Built in Morocco, designed in Italy, and aimed straight at congested city streets, the Fiat Tris is a pint-sized powerhouse with a serious mission: to bring zero-emission micromobility to small businesses, delivery drivers, and urban entrepreneurs across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Think of it as a Vespa that hit the gym and decided to start its own courier startup.
“Tris isn’t just a vehicle—it’s a tiny revolution on wheels,” said Olivier Francois, Fiat CEO and Stellantis Chief Marketing Maestro. “It’s simple, stylish, and knows how to make an entrance—even if it maxes out at 45 km/h.”
The Specs: Small But Mighty
Don’t let the modest 3.17-meter length fool you—Tris has more utility than your office coffee machine and is far more mobile. Powered by a 48V electric motor, it sprints (okay, hustles) up to 45 km/h, runs 90 kilometers on a single charge, and recharges from a regular wall plug. Yes, your toaster has competition.
Tris comes in three body types: Pick-Up, Flatbed, and Chassis-Cabin, covering everything from delivering mangoes to setting up a mobile chai stand.
Its modular design makes it the LEGO brick of urban transport. Want to convert it into an ice cream truck? A furniture hauler? A mobile phone repair booth on wheels? Tris is your willing accomplice.
Urban Charm Meets Workhorse Grit
While its looks are undeniably European—complete with pixel-style LED lights and a digital cockpit—it’s as rugged as they come. A corrosion-resistant frame, beefy 12-inch tires, and EU-compliant safety features ensure that Tris handles potholes and payloads with equal poise.
Inside, the cabin is spacious, ergonomic, and friendly enough to double as a mobile break room. You get USB-C and 12V charging ports, a 5.7-inch digital dashboard, and even a glove box that’s large enough for snacks and delivery receipts (priorities).
Social Impact with a Side of Sass
But Fiat’s Tris isn’t just about being cute and clever. With lease-to-own and affordable financing options, it’s aimed squarely at enabling economic mobility and social inclusion. In short: it’s the first EV designed for people who need a vehicle that works harder than their internet connection.
“Tris is here to democratize delivery,” Francois added. “Whether you’re an independent fruit vendor or the CEO of your one-man parcel empire, this is the vehicle that lets you say, ‘Yes, I can.’ In three wheels or less.”
What’s Next?
Though initially destined for MEA markets, Fiat hints that Europe could be next. After all, urban centers from Naples to Nairobi face the same delivery dilemmas—and who wouldn’t want a stylish little trike doing their dirty (delivery) work?
Tris is tiny. Tris is tough. And Tris might just be the most charming electric workhorse to ever carry a pallet of pineapples. Bravo, Fiat. The micromobility game will never be the same.
