Car Selfies...why? (2024)

  • Dating Matrix

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 1:59pm EST

    Recently jumped back into the online dating world. Ended up meeting this girl who seemed nice in our exchanges. Finally met up with her and the date went just OK. She was pretty, but I logged into Facebook to look her up. I find her profile and literally every month there is a new selfie of her in her car. Sometimes two in the same week. What is the reason for this? Attention seeking? Lack of confidence?

    Her public postings were kind of immature and I saw some negative reviews she left for businesses which also rubbed me the wrong way. It didn't leave me with the greatest impression of her - but the car selfies were kind of the deciding factor here.

    Am I making the right call by ghosting her? I'm sure I'll get downvotes for this but I don't care.

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  • EcoExpert

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:10pm EST

    Dating Matrix wrote:

    Recently jumped back into the online dating world. Ended up meeting this girl who seemed nice in our exchanges. Finally met up with her and the date went just OK. She was pretty, but I logged into Facebook to look her up. I find her profile and literally every month there is a new selfie of her in her car. Sometimes two in the same week. What is the reason for this? Attention seeking? Lack of confidence?

    Her public postings were kind of immature and I saw some negative reviews she left for businesses which also rubbed me the wrong way. It didn't leave me with the greatest impression of her - but the car selfies were kind of the deciding factor here.

    Am I making the right call by ghosting her? I'm sure I'll get downvotes for this but I don't care.

    Red flag, my dude. It’s just monthly attention seeking and validation with controlled lighting and filters.

    I’m curious, did her FB profile have any photos of anything else other than her own face? Sounds like she needs a hobby.

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  • Steve The Addict OFFICIAL -----^^^^^

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:19pm EST

    OP is this your way of saying you're jealous of anyone who has a nicer car than you? If you're really about it then your goal should be to have sex with that validation seeking individual inside her car. Otherwise, complaining and talking about more interesting people all day while doing absolutely nothing with your own life is reserved for those taking L's.

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:24pm EST

    What you have described indicates she is not wife material and women like this will never be but they will eventually pretend to "get their stuff together" around late 20s once they realize they can't get by exclusively on their looks any longer and their biological clock is running out. Some guy will probably wife it up and ruin his life but he's likely to be not of high value anyways unless he is and just has really low self esteem or something.

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  • Steve The Addict OFFICIAL -----^^^^^ wrote:

    What you have described indicates she is not wife material and women like this will never be but they will eventually pretend to "get their stuff together" around late 20s once they realize they can't get by exclusively on their looks any longer and their biological clock is running out. Some guy will probably wife it up and ruin his life but he's likely to be not of high value anyways unless he is and just has really low self esteem or something.

    Nailed it. Thanks.

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  • hokas on dash

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:35pm EST

    what if I want to show off my shoes?

  • Does it come with a happy ending

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:39pm EST

    If it's the girl making duck lips 💋 in the photo I might have seen her.

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  • photoss

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:53pm EST

    Personally, I'm not into taking selfies, and even if I were I wouldn't post them to Facebook. How old are you, and how old is she? I feel like it's extremely weird for young adults (maybe early thirties down to college age) to just be posting pictures of themselves on Facebook.

    In any case, I think the reason people tend to take selfies in their cars specifically is because they can get good lighting in there. If the sunshine is right and is hitting a person's face from both the side windows and windshield, it can make for a more flattering photo than inside a building or something like that.

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  • Josh co*cks

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    1 year ago 01/31/2023 2:59pm EST

    Car selfies are popular bc the lighting from the windshield makes everyone look good and also shows you have wheels, not some poor that uses public transit or walks everywhere.

    Also, it’s often where people take pix after getting their hair cut or done without asking their friend of hairstylist to do it, out of embarrassment I guess.

    Personally, not a fan of the car selfies. However, since you’re online and not meeting people in normal life, do you have any business being picky?

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Car Selfies...why? (2024)

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Why do people take selfies in cars? ›

In any case, I think the reason people tend to take selfies in their cars specifically is because they can get good lighting in there. If the sunshine is right and is hitting a person's face from both the side windows and windshield, it can make for a more flattering photo than inside a building or something like that.

Why do selfies happen? ›

Selfies are, in a way, their own mirrors: they show our image for the world to see as we want to be seen, and they safeguard against the fear of losing control of our minds and lives. Selfies, as it turns out, are one of our natural instincts to reduce anxiety.

What is carfie? ›

carfie (plural carfies) (informal, India) A smartphone-taken picture of oneself in a car.

Why would someone take a picture of my car? ›

People drive their cars every day — to work, to drop off kids at school — perhaps without realizing that someone could be photographing their car in order to scam the owner, making them think their car was stolen and ask for a reward.

Is car photography a thing? ›

Automotive photography helps people celebrate and share their rides. Get advice on how to make car photos shine and bring out the best in unique automobiles.

How to be photogenic in front of camera? ›

Always pose with tension in your body completely from H2T (head to toe).” Move: Keep your body moving while posing in front of the camera—any stiffness you feel can translate to your picture. Time is on your side: Take time for each shot and pose so that you craft the most compelling image of yourself.

How do you take good pictures while driving? ›

How to take photos while driving
  1. Step 1: Fast shutter speed. ...
  2. Step 2: Focal length. ...
  3. Step 3: Auto ISO. ...
  4. Step 4: Under expose a little bit. ...
  5. Step 5: Focusing. ...
  6. Step 6: Learn to read the landscape. ...
  7. Step 7: Get close to the window to avoid reflections. ...
  8. Step 8: Don't drive the car.
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Why would someone have a camera in their car? ›

Dashcams are often used to help prevent theft, clear up insurance issues, and even fight traffic tickets.

Is it normal to see faces in cars? ›

Sometimes we see faces that aren't really there. You may be looking at the front of a car or a burnt piece of toast when you notice a face-like pattern. This is called face pareidolia and is a mistake made by the brain's face detection system.

What is the use of front camera in car? ›

A front camera for your car is an essential device that enhances driving safety by providing a clear view of the road ahead. This compact and discreet gadget, typically mounted on the wind shield, captures more than just high-resolution video footage.

What is it called when you take pictures of cars? ›

Automotive photography helps people celebrate and share their rides. Get advice on how to make car photos shine and bring out the best in unique automobiles.

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