Why the Citroen Ami is no 'friend' to Italian city dwellers

The Citroen Ami -- a tiny, practical and affordable mode of transportation for large metropolitan areas – has a major flaw in Italy. Unless you buy a Type 2 or Type 3A cable connector from a third party (Citroen does not offer it, even as an option), the vehicle can only be charged using a 220-volt plug typically found in a home.