A car, as an industrial product, is such an object of contradictions. For many like us, it's the most expensive mass-produced product they will ever purchase, so they expect it to meet our demand as if it's a "bespoke". While for the manufacturers, they aim to sell one car to as many users as possible. Therefore, every car is a balance, a thing in common in the lives of thousands (or even millions), yet an expression of themselves and their values. It is this fascinating, complex character of car design that got me into it.
On the other hand, transportation/ mobility design has always been more than "car design" to me. It is mountain-biking in the Alps, sailing among the Scottish islands, as well as flying economy across a continent, or commuting in a rush-hour underground carriage. In my daily life, I try to put myself in/on as many different vehicles as possible, so that I can relate to that scenario when the time comes.