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Formal Inquiry:  Can A Gentleman Motorist Drive A Gas Guzzler?

7/11/2014

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Given the current state of climate change and improvements in alternative fuel vehicles (more Tesla than Prius), how does an automotive enthusiast reconcile performance and pollution?  What says the Gentleman Motorist – can a gentleman motorist drive a gas guzzler?

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Thank you for your question, dear reader.  Given the nature of the Gentleman Motorist’s blog, one might assume that the Gentleman Motorist does not care about the environment.  But nothing could be further from the truth.

Climate change is complicated.  And the science behind it is above the Gentleman Motorist’s pay grade.  But even if one is not convinced that the planet is warming at an unprecedented rate, one should take precautions against the draconian future that scientists have described.

So do not panic, Kermit.  Only sheep drive Prii.  And the Gentleman Motorist is here to give automotive enthusiasts a couple of pointers to make it easier being green.    


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Formal Inquiry:  Can A Gentleman Motorist Hang With A Car Gang?

6/23/2014

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Hello Gentleman Motorist,

I was recently saw a group of cars drive by that clearly looked like they were in a “car gang” (think “The Fast And The Furious” when they race the guys in the American muscle cars).

How can a gentleman motorist navigate rolling up in a line of classic Dodge Chargers with souped-up engines popping out of the hood to see the next eagerly anticipated Fast and Furious sequel at the movie theater while keeping his gentlemanly stature and status?

The Expeditious & Perturbed Gentleman

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Dear reader, thank you for your inquiry.  As a threshold matter, gentlemen do not consort with gangs.  They are members of clubs.  The distinction may be one of form, but it is of the utmost importance in polite society.  Now let’s explore your specific query—can a gentleman motorist associate with a car gang?

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Formal Inquiry:  Can A Gentleman Motorist Drive An Old Truck?

5/19/2014

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The Gentleman Motorist is delighted share with you this blog’s first  reader question as part of a new series, “Formal Inquiry.” 

A gentleman motorist from Texas writes:
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Today in Houston I spied this rig on a wine and cheese run to H-E-B.  Proving the driver of this certain accoutrement is a gentlemen, he totally stopped his machine to permit me first access to the parking lot and waved me along in front of him in great spirits ... notice his hand poised for just such events.  I was impressed not only by his friendly actions, but also his obvious dedication to the environment ... notice the recycled truck bed, obviously salvaged from another time and place and mated to his Dodge go-unit.  What does the Gentlemen Motorist say about the impracticality of a mere car to get around the ranch for the necessity of hauling hay and mending fences? Is this Dodge within the limits of the Gentlemen Motorist when the Range Rover Land Rover simply can not shed its top?  Thank you for your advice.  My regards ...


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