When Your Cars Name Describes You, Rex Havens
It may hurt your face.
When your car’s name perfectly describes your life or personality, it’s usually a hilarious coincidence. Whether you are driving a Ford Escape because you’re stuck in a horrible marriage, a Honda Fit because you’re trying to stay in shape, or a Ford Focus because you “got to focus over here,” the name game hits close to home.
Studies show that vehicle choices and the names we give them often act as metaphors for personality traits. People looking to project a sense of adventure might opt for an Explorer, while environmentally-conscious folks tend to lean toward a Prius. Even the color of your vehicle heavily dictates perception—with bright-colored cars reflecting energetic owners, and gray or silver indicating drivers who prefer to be practical.