I admire the whole save the planet concept and try to do my part but, really, how can you live in South California without a car?? Can’t do it here in Florida either. If that is your goal, aim for NYC or some metro area with decent mass transportation (although all the infrastructures, including trains, are deteriorating rapidly). Ben’s son lives in Manhattan and NJ before that and he has never owned a car.
Meanwhile, drive as carefully and conservatively as you can and have fun in the car wash!
I particularly love the third photo with the blue and white stripes. Who knew car washes were abstract artists?!! Glad my piece inspired you and helped you get over the guilt of owning a car and, heaven forbid, getting it washed :)