Quote by J. G. Ballard

A car crash harnesses elements of eroticism, aggression, desire, speed, drama, kinesthetic factors, the stylizing of motion, consumer goods, status -- all these in one event. I myself see the car crash as a tremendous sexual event really: a liberation of human and machine libido (if there is such a thing).

A car crash harnesses elements of eroticism, aggression, des

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In this quote, the author expresses their perception of a car crash as a complex and multifaceted experience. They associate it with elements such as eroticism, aggression, desire, speed, and drama, suggesting that it captures a wide range of intense emotions and sensations. The author goes on to equate the car crash with a powerful sexual event, drawing a parallel between the release of human and machine desires. This quote reflects the author's perspective on the profound impact and significance that a car crash can have, both on a physical and psychological level.

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