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“Automobiles are free of egotism, passion, prejudice and stupid ideas about where to have dinner. They are, literally, selfless. A world designed for automobiles instead of people would have wider streets, larger dining rooms, fewer stairs to climb and no smelly, dangerous subway stations.” quote by P. J. O'Rourke
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“Automobiles are free of egotism, passion, prejudice and stupid ideas about where to have dinner. They are, literally, selfless. A world designed for automobiles instead of people would have wider streets, larger dining rooms, fewer stairs to climb and no smelly, dangerous subway stations.”

P. J. O'Rourke

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Cars are selfless; a car‑centric city would be spacious and safe.

In simple terms: Cars lack human bias; city design changes.

Key Takeaway

Consider how transportation shapes urban life.

Themes

urban planning transportation design

Mood

witty critical

Type

social commentary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • city zoning
  • public transit
  • architecture

Key Concepts

car culture human‑centered design

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would a car‑free city feel like?
  • How can we balance cars and people?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on cars harms environment and community.

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