11 sats \ 4 replies \ @Satosora OP 22 Jun \ parent \ on: Simpler Cars Design
why was it a flop?
Because people do not like to buy a car which has the word cheap added to its name. And there are also so many other reasons. The engine was not powerful and no A/C was installed in the base model. All these things contributed to a poor-quality ride. The on-road price of Tata Nano was 2.59 lakh rupees instead of 1 lakh, as promised. Its close competitor, Maruti 800 was priced at 2.88 lakh rupees. The Nano's marketing failed to counter the negative connotations of being a "cheap" car, hindering its ability to stand out in the market. Distribution Challenges: Limited availability and distribution channels impeded the Nano's accessibility, restricting its market penetration and potential success.
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I dont know man.
The Lada Niva has done well for many years.
Its as cheap as they get.
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Same in india
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Yes this one.
Too bad it isnt sold in the USA!
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