I learned something today

There's so much we can learn from automobiles. Everytime I see a car, or drive something new for the first time, there are so many things I realise, if not learn.


Like a good suspension system, we should be independent, and learn to deal with the bumpy bits in our life by ourselves.

And like HillAssist, we should be able to deal with life's ups and downs, and the bits in between. We should find a balance that gets us through these situations comfortably.

We should be dynamic, like a traction control system, and learn to deal with changing situations to our advantage, and never experience loss of control.

We should focus on the direction we wish to take for our lives. Like a good steering system, we should have understeer and oversteer in control, and make the required effort, and then let everything just grab the intended line.

Sometimes, to jump further, you need to take a few steps back. Just don't get stuck where you didn't want to be in the first place. Cars come with a reverse gear, and some even come with a reverse camera!

The grass is usually always greener on the other side. Rest assured, most of the times in a good car, the front seat is just as comfortable as the back seat.

It doesn't matter how much you shine when you're standing still. Just like it doesn't matter what your wheel size is. In the end, power and torque get you ahead, not blinged out wheels and fat tyres.

Don't assume that more is always better, and never underestimate yourself. You may have 400 horsepower while someone else may have 500. But if you make that at 5500 revs and the other guy's comes in at 9000, you're surely gonna have a good and happy head start, while he's left frustrated, waiting for it all to build up and eventually kick in.

With great power comes great responsibility. There's no use having an engine making a thousand horsepower if you can't find a gearbox that can take it and put it to good use.

Always keep your guard up in questionable situations. A laminated windshield will not shatter in the event of a direct hit. Some cars like Volvo's S80, even come with laminated side windows.

You don't need eyes in the back of your head. Just glance back every now and then to ascertain your position before assuming anything. Objects in the rear view mirror may be closer than they appear.

Take time to pay attention to the small details, and don't rely on just the big picture. Even an airbag won't deploy if your seat belt isn't fastened.

Keep your choices vast and enjoy the different gifts of life. Like a good audio system, enjoy different kinds of music. Be it the radio, or a multi-disc changer.

Don't get too excited when presented with something you've waited for for a while. That's why launch control keeps your revs and tyres in check. You don't wanna meet a great road and lose out on the fun because of a silly mistake right at the start.

Like tyre pressure, keep your blood pressure in check. This will lead to more efficiency and a smoother ride.

And most importantly, like a good engine layout, always have your heart in the right place.

Remember, there's always someone waiting for you. So ride/drive safe.