concept   backfire
culture   United States
statement   In the US, car backfiring is perceived as a sign of mechanical issues or safety hazards.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 backfire US Associated with old cars and mechanical issues, potentially alarming when heard 1
2 backfire United States Backfire of a car engine is a sign of mechanical trouble or an explosion in the engine. 1
3 backfire United States In the US and Western countries, a car backfiring may be interpreted as a potential mechanical issue or safety concern. 1
4 backfire United States Backfiring of a car engine is considered a mechanical issue and a sign of poor maintenance. 1