It certainly could. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carver_(automotive_company). Got raving reviews from testers

“On BBC's Top Gear programme in 2002, Jeremy Clarkson said, "I have to say, absolute hand on heart, I've never had so much fun in a car, really and truthfully, and I don't think I'd ever tire of it."”

There’s an electric two-seater now. Around €12k