Friday, December 11, 2009

Differences are to get used to

One of the most interesting things in visiting other countries, is experiencing all the differences. Often they are counter-intuitive, odd, or just require getting used to (no questions asked. ;) )
And occasionally, you just need to reset your mind, as "things are different", as happened to me the other day.

Coming from the Netherlands, having driven a relative new car there, I was used to using like 10W-50 grade oil, and driving 20.000 KM before bringing in the car for service, which often cost small fortunes.

But "things are different here". OK, I have to admit, the car I drive isn't as new as I was used to. But being told by the Honda dealer itself, that what they always use is 5W-30, services are usually done every 5000 Miles, and the whole service (including checking lights, tires, battery and oil change) costed me like a little over $30...

Well, I can tell you, that's "one of those moments".