From Jalopnik · Amber DaSilva · · 1m 10s
Recessionmobiles You Want Automakers To Build
Readers propose affordable, efficient cars for economic downturns.
In brief
Readers propose affordable, efficient cars for economic downturns. Readers suggest budget-friendly vehicles like small sedans, electric bikes, and retro designs to navigate financial crises. Originally reported by Jalopnik.
A sedan for 20 U.S. Dollars
Midsize sedans starting at $20 and ending around $30 fully loaded with manual transmissions and optional engines.
E-mobility
E-bikes and e-scooters become the only affordable transportation once fuel costs reach $8 per gallon.
Efficiency over all
Smallest and most efficient vehicles possible during high fuel prices or fuel shortages.
Cars that cost the same, but give you less
Take half of every manufacturer's current lineup and add a base model without infotainment, ADAS features, or leather seats.
Chevy Bolt
Chevy Bolt starts at $28,000 before incentives with hatchback versatility and four seats.
Cheap simple cars
Domestic manufacturers should offer basic subcompact 2-door and compact 4-door cars under $15,000.
Model T 2: Judgment Day
Modern Model T-style cars that weigh less than two tons with 4-cylinder engines for basic transportation.
The key point
Readers suggest budget-friendly vehicles like small sedans, electric bikes, and retro designs to navigate financial crises.
