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Tiemann, Kathleen A.; Davis, Karen; Eide, Terri L. – Teaching Sociology, 2006
Americans are said to have a love affair with cars. Recent magazine articles have addressed automobiles as objects of status and desire and how particular cars have become American icons. The popularity of "Car Talk" on National Public Radio and television shows like "Monster Garage" and "Overhaulin'" also suggest…
Descriptors: Social Class, Stereotypes, Motor Vehicles, Social Status