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The need for speed thanks to Vorsprung durch Technik

July 19, 2008 · Comments Off

When I was golfing today in Ropice, I had a hard time deciding what was more fascinating — whether it was the peaceful mountainous scenery in which the challenging golf course is set in, or the fleet of cars in the parking lot.

I was especially intrigued by two Audi A8 limousines that stood calmly next to each other, reflecting the sun light off their metallic black and sapphire exteriors. Although surrounded by cars of brands that have become synonymous with luxury — Mercedes-Benz coupes, BMW sedans, or Range Rovers SUVs — Audi’s monumental tail lights in the back, characteristic overlapping rings in the front, and large opaque black windows on the sides signaled self-confidence and even superiority over its neighbors. The aggressiveness the cars possessed under their hoods were hidden under their reserved and majestic aluminum bodies, and when the engine of one went on, on the same time as we were packing the golf bags into our car, the subtle symphony produced by the 4.2l engine sounded almost subconsciously seducing. When the wheels were set into motion, the vehicle left the lot slowly as if it quietly exploring the area, waiting to catch a prey. I love that car.

That car is the reason why I study and work.

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On motivation

May 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment

Ferrari California

Occasionally I can’t force myself to work. Not that I would have any better things to do, not that the opportunity costs of studying or working would be that high. I just can’t begin, the distractions are too tempting.

So I open my Firefox and type www.carmagazine.co.uk to see what’s new in the truly manly world of beautiful cars. And sometimes I stumble upon a jewel — like the new Ferrari California above — that glues me back to the screen or book pages. After all, the potential price tag of $300,000+ simply doesn’t condone laziness.

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