The thing is, an enthusiasm for cars can actually be a great leveller, a potential way of breaking down racial and class barriers. The results of his research will be published in a book; Race, Taste, Class and Cars: Culture, Meaning and Identity. Those sections of the Bradford Pakistani community that are into their cars are – with the broadest possible brush – largely working class. As such, their vehicular enthusiasm is not directed towards what some might consider “legitimate” vehicles, such as classic cars or high-end modern cars, but older models. Why are you living like that?’”In Ireland, enthusiasm for cars is still, generally, a very white-centric interest, but there are divisions here too that we should work to eradicate.

Source: The Irish Times June 17, 2020 05:15 UTC