Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car” and the Appeal of Escape
Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car" isn't just a heartbreaking vignette of unfulfilled dreams; it's an expression of the car's symbolic value.…
Imagining a New Type of Driving Simulator
By drawing inspiration from so-called walking simulator games and films like "Locke," I think driving simulators are due for a renaissance. …
Driving as Catharsis: The Coin-Flip Game
If you use driving to clear your head or escape everyday life, consider the coin-flip game so you can relinquish control and enjoy the road.…
Driving as Catharsis: ‘This Year’ by The Mountain Goats
Sometimes, driving can provide catharsis like nothing else. 'This Year' by The Mountain Goats illustrates this in a very personal way.…