DRIVING CULTURE CLASH: Why do our Cars LOOK so Radically Different?

Type Ashton • July 30, 2023

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Hi, I’m Dr. Ashton Schottler. A former teacher and architectural historian with a PhD in Human Geography…. You can say, I like studying communities and I do that by examining how humans across the globe have shaped them. And as someone who has lived, studied and worked in both the United States and in Germany, I especially love the juxtaposition of life that manifests itself from one country to another. From macro-economics down to micro-urbanism, I explore and explain the political economics, society, and culture that shapes the world around you…. And I share all of this through my personal lens of an immigrant navigating that world with you. Uncovering the storytelling behind the data, I hope to keep these topics accessible, easy to understand, and interesting… I hope you will be entertained, and maybe learn something along the way. Do you have a question worth diving into? Well, Type Ashton and let’s find out together.

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Video Description

Car culture defines both the American Dream and modern German 'Zeitgeist'. The American Auto Industry is embodied by imagery of freedom, adventure and power; while German car culture embodies precision, engineering excellence and technical superiority... But in 2023, we still value a lot of the same qualities in our vehicles as consumers. So why do the bestselling German car versus the bestselling US car, look so radically different from one another? The answer may surprise you. Join me as I discover the driving preferences, design philosophies, and performance capabilities that define the best-selling cars in the USA and Germany. We'll explore factors such as fuel efficiency, technology features, safety ratings, and driving experiences to provide you with an in-depth analysis. Whether you're a car enthusiast, planning to buy a new car, or simply curious about the automotive industry, this comparison will leave you informed and entertained. Buckle up as we take you on a thrilling ride through the world of automotive excellence! Let the battle of the bestsellers begin! 🏁🏆 We have a NEW Patreon Community! Check it out here to get exclusive content, access to our Discord Chat and to Chat with me about Black Forest Family content: https://www.patreon.com/THEBLACKFORESTFAMILY Episode 114 | #germany #usa #family #car #autoban #drivingingermany #driving #cycling #ford #volkswagen #mercedes #mercedesbenz #audi #germancars #americancars #americana #engineering #germanengineering #motor #motorsport #expatlife #movingabroad #americaningermany #america #livingabroad | Filmed July 28th, 2023 Jump to Your Favorite Topic 🙌 : 00:00 Intro 01:31 American Car Culture vs. German Car Culture 04:24 Bestelling Car in America vs. Bestselling Car in Germany 08:21 Radically different Automobile Safety Standards 13:20 The Most Important Factor in Car Buying Trends 17:02 We are all getting fatter 21:04 Want to video chat with me? Other Videos from our Channel on Driving in Germany and Car Culture 🇩🇪 : (BAD!!) Driving: Germany vs. USA | The WORST Drivers? https://youtu.be/jQMFd1VSE9Y DRIVING IN GERMANY CULTURE SHOCKS | What Surprises Americans https://youtu.be/QFGi7TaCohI Driving: Germany vs. USA | This Surprised Us! https://youtu.be/1YCNTCRPPCg 🎥 More Videos to Check Out: @NotJustBikes These Stupid Trucks are Literally Killing Us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN7mSXMruEo&t=736s @DWREV What Happened To Quality German Cars? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDO6l8MqPsg @CuriousReason Why Did The American Car Industry Fail? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PlFJ07HgcA 📝 Sources from this Video: Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (2018) "Zukunft der Automobilindustrie" https://www.fes.de/studie-zukunft-der-automobilbranche Car and Driver Magazine (2022) "The 25 Bestselling Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2022" https://tinyurl.com/CarandDriverMagazine Axios (2023) "Pickup Trucks: From Workhorse to Joyride" https://www.axios.com/ford-pickup-trucks-history Governors Highway Safety Association (2022) "Pedestrian Traffic Fatalities by State" https://tinyurl.com/GHTSA2022 Euro NCAP (2022) "Safest Family Car Report" https://tinyurl.com/EURONCAPSafestFamilyCar Resources for You: Need English speaking insurance plans in Germany? Check out Feather! https://feather-insurance.com/?utm_source=bbf0504 Want to Learn German, English, French, or Spanish? We use Lingoda for German, check them out! https://referral.lingoda.com/6sDJFW Some of the links above may be affiliate links. At no cost to you, The Black Forest Family may earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. 🌲 Want more fresh from the Black Forest content? Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackforestfam/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackforestfamily Visit our Website: blackforestfamily.com Subscribe to our Newsletter for the latest info: https://www.blackforestfamily.com/follow-us Planning a trip to the Black Forest? Check out our guide here: https://www.blackforestfamily.com/travel-in-germany/exploring-the-black-forest-with-kids Ready to make the move to Germany? We wrote a comprehensive step-by-step guide: https://www.blackforestfamily.com/moving-to-germany/how-to-move-to-germany-a-comprehensive-step-by-step-guidebook