Over at the Candian Broadcasting Corporation’s website, commenters ask a good question: Why do cars cost so much more to make now, even with fewer employees and lower wages?

Another commenter answers:

“Newer cars have a lot more standard features than in the past. Think of all the air bags, electronic stability and traction control, not to mention the electronic gadgets. I remember when seat belts, power windows, power door locks were options. Airbags don’t come free!”