Hot Cars

It is interesting, as men do, to observe the types of cars that are popular in each country. As perhaps a reflection of their economic and social development.

Some have big black BMWs or Mercedes in abundance. Huge behemoths, Sports Utility Vehicles or large coupes. There is something daunting about them. They own the road but also exclude, like gated-communities. A badge of opulence but perhaps a sign of decadence.

Others have hot hatches driven at high speed through the streets by testosterone-filled young men. These are found in young countries, ruled by the young, all their lives ahead of them. No time to slow down.

Still others have sinister black, high powered Mercedes sedans that force you back to the pavement. Their windows are blacked out. These are power brokers that drive the new economy and in turn rule the road. Mere pedestrians must watch their step. A bike rider just observes.