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by MrBuddyCasino 1506 days ago
One big reason why cars look similar and alike are regulations. This is also a reason why SUVs get bigger and bigger - 2nd order effects of coupling permitted mileage to vehicle area. I'm wondering whether we'll get rid of obsolete regulations once cars are majority electric and have working accident-avoidance algorithms. I suspect not.
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Also just the reality of assembly lines. They prefer parts that can work on multiple models, fit existing machinery/process/chassis, etc... concept cars are one-off hand-built showpieces.