Many are familiar with this expression. American television has many offerings showing custom shops modifying vintage Chevies, Honda Civics, BMW's, AMG Mercedes, and a whole range of other automobiles. Since the car is as much a vehicle for self-expression as for transport, it has become the perfect medium for many to demonstrate their creativity.
Here in Dubai, we have a good number of decked-out German automobiles and SUV's that you could view in the parking lot of any mall or nightclub. However, we have an influence from the sub-continent due to large number of ex-patriot Indian citizens. Their expressionism takes on a different form.
Virtually all of the 'pimped' vehicles are trucks. They may be seen plying the roads loaded with everything from camels to freight. Some of you may think that this has the flavor of Mexican ornamentation. However, the tassels and sheet metal are distinctly eastern and some have religious significance. It is great to see how the drivers personalize their utilitarian rides.
Remember that many of the commercial haulers are not limited to the roads here in the Emirates. Self-expression extends to the waterways.
Since many waterman both live and work on the dhows, 'pimping their ride' is also a form of home beautification.
Here in Dubai, we have a good number of decked-out German automobiles and SUV's that you could view in the parking lot of any mall or nightclub. However, we have an influence from the sub-continent due to large number of ex-patriot Indian citizens. Their expressionism takes on a different form.
Virtually all of the 'pimped' vehicles are trucks. They may be seen plying the roads loaded with everything from camels to freight. Some of you may think that this has the flavor of Mexican ornamentation. However, the tassels and sheet metal are distinctly eastern and some have religious significance. It is great to see how the drivers personalize their utilitarian rides.
Remember that many of the commercial haulers are not limited to the roads here in the Emirates. Self-expression extends to the waterways.
Since many waterman both live and work on the dhows, 'pimping their ride' is also a form of home beautification.
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