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Cars, Race and Class with Yunis Alam

New Books in Sociology

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Cars, Culture, and Identity

This chapter explores the intricate connections between car culture and cultural identity, focusing on the Pakistani community in Bradford. It highlights how taste in vehicles reflects broader social dynamics, including issues of race, class, and integration within immigrant communities. By examining societal perceptions and media portrayals, the discussion critiques the racialization of car culture and its implications for identity and belonging.

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