We could and we are in some regions of the world: Japan has kei cars, the EU L6e and L7e vehicles. Unfortunately they often cost as much as cheap highway-capab

We could and we are in some regions of the world: Japan has kei cars, the EU L6e and L7e vehicles. Unfortunately they often cost as much as cheap highway-capable cars and the fuel consumption, while better, isn't amazing. EVs fare better regarding the latter, but they're even more expensive. Personally I was close to getting a Renault Twizy, but after I started working remotely the need for a commuter vehicle disappeared.