Why Poor People Drive Expensive Cars

Photo by Jack Delulio on Unsplash

In London’s exclusive enclave of Hampstead, a leafy sprawl of detached houses with U-shaped driveways and neat front gardens, you’ll find luxury cars like Range Rovers, Teslas and the occasional Porsche dotted around, but also more modest vehicles like Minis and Volkswagen Golfs.

Walk just a mile or so further, among the social housing projects of historically poor Harlesden and you’ll be surprised…

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Steven Gambardella

I am a history PhD sharing the lessons of philosophy and history with practical benefits for your life and work. Get in touch: stevengambardella@gmail.com