The idea of "displacement" for 1990s search engines makes it sound like a trivial matter, but it's not comparable to the regulatory hurdles of early auto manufacturing.
To actually produce something like a car in Italy, or anywhere for that matter, you face stringent operational approval processes, factory inspections, and supply chain mandates that go far beyond a user simply changing a web address.
There's a fundamental difference in compliance when you consider safety certifications, environmental permits, and establishing regional distribution networks for physical goods.
Comparing the two for "informational context" seems to overlook what's truly prohibited or permitted in each market, making the analogy misleading for practical application.