[jcommin]

Today's generation isn't as passionate about cars as say the boomer generation. I have an 18 year old who has no desire to drive. I live in Chicago and owning a car is more of a burden. My 24 yr old, who also lives in the city, drives a plain Jane Honda. Although he has looked at higher end cars, the practical side of him kicks in. He finds his passion with things other than cars.

I'm a ME by degree and have worked in manufacturing for 40 years. I have heard this argument about engineers being mechanically inclined or car guys. Some look for those types of hobbies as a criteria for being a good engineer.


I love cars. I wanted to be an automotive designer as a kid but my passion is painting in pastels and markers. From some of the previous comments, I probably don't fit the stereotype some of you suggest. Just because I paint doesn't make me a limp wristed ***** - my passion for art allowed me to become a better engineer cuz I look a problem solving from a different point of view. And I am very good a what I do.


My company has hired several recent graduates. All are a mix of women and minorities primarily from Asia and Europe. Out of the 6 new hires, only one is a car guy. The best of the bunch is a Hispanic girl who I amazing - not a car person.