Car Quote by Steven Wright
![“A cop stopped me for speeding/ He said, 'Why were you going so fast?' I said, 'See this thing my foot is on? It's called an accelerator. When you push down on it, it sends more gas to the engine. The whole car just takes right off. And see this thing [mimes steering wheel]? This steers it'” quote by Steven Wright](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6ae/steven-wright-432_car_a-cop-stopped-me-for-speeding-he-said-wh_1022504.jpg)
“A cop stopped me for speeding/ He said, 'Why were you going so fast?' I said, 'See this thing my foot is on? It's called an accelerator. When you push down on it, it sends more gas to the engine. The whole car just takes right off. And see this thing [mimes steering wheel]? This steers it'”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up Comedy Routine, 1990
He jokes that an accelerator is literally a foot‑controlled device that makes a car go faster, highlighting absurd literalism.
In simple terms: Accelerator makes cars go faster.
Key Takeaway
Don’t overthink simple things.
Themes
humor
absurdity
language play
Mood
playful
lighthearted
Type
comedic
satirical
When to use this quote
- teaching physics concepts
- creative writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
literal interpretation
wordplay
Questions to Reflect On
- When does literal humor become confusing?
- How does context shape meaning?
A Different Perspective
Literal jokes can be misinterpreted.
