This Little Weirdo 1960s Electric Grocery-Getter With A 30 Mile Range Cost Only A Penny A Day To Run - Jalopnik

A quirky 1960s-era electric microcar, the Electric Shopper (model FG-75), reflects an earlier wave of low-speed electric vehicles built for short trips. Rooted in 1950s California’s small electric scene, it traces its concept to the Autoette, with former Autoette staff forming the Electric Car Company of California in 1951. The Electric Shopper debuted in 1960 with a retro styling package—tail fins, faux grille, and vinyl seats—plus a tiller steering layout and space for two passengers and a small trunk. The motor was rated for a 30-mile range on one charge, 1.5 horsepower, and up to 18 mph. Pricing was about $750 for steel and $945 for fiberglass.