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petrolhead

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(colloquial) A person who is overly reliant on the use of their car, resisting any suggestion to use other means of transport.

(colloquial, Australia, New Zealand, derogatory) A bogan who is overly fond of their car or motorbike and enjoys showing it off and making noise with it.

(colloquial, Australia, New Zealand) A person involved in motor racing as either participant or dedicated spectator.

(colloquial, UK) A car enthusiast.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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