The single-seat, three-wheeler challenges the American desire for bigger and bigger vehicles, which I think is great. Surely, many are taking up more space and spewing more emissions than they need to. The Solo seems like a cheat code for getting around some cities. It has a little trunk for groceries, a tiny footprint for fitting into practically any parking spot, and it's enclosed, making it more comfortable than an electric bike or motorcycle.
My trips typically take me far away from the city, often with another person or some bikes in tow. The Solo and its 100 miles of claimed range don't quite fit the bill. Plus, during my 20-minute test drive in downtown Manhattan, I felt dangerously exposed and invisible among all the tall SUVs and trucks.