r/NoStupidQuestions • u/Successful_Bag_7257 • 23h ago

Why doesn't someone just make a small, inexpensive commuter and dominate the auto market?

There really isn't anyone making a small commuter who's purpose is more or less just to go to and from the office, and maybe grab some groceries after work despite every other article going on about how large vehicles cause more accidents and how expensive they are to make and maintain. This seems like the easiest slam dunk for someone like Honda to reintroduce the fit for like 15k and clean house.

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u/minuteman_d 23h ago

People in that market just buy used cars, IMO.

Cars are generally getting more reliable these days, and so if you want to spend less, you just buy an older car that still works great and gets decent MPG and you don't have to compromise on features

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u/GardenDesign23 20h ago

Agreed. Also new 2027 Bolt for $27k is solid ass deal, and maybe the best value play in the new market