Automobile Quote by P. J. O'Rourke
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Car and the City, 1995
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.
