| Summary/Abstract |
We examine some vehicle writings that convey slang, humour and witticism to the readers of the vehicle insignia because none of the previous researchers on vehicle writings have focused on this subject matter. We adopt the ethnography of communication and our data comprised 15 randomly selected vehicle writings. We argue that the humour-laced messages convey profound messages, which serve as tension-dousing artefacts intended to be amusing and easily enjoyed by the users and some of the reading public. We submit that language use in social interactions can help douse tensions in societies where acute poverty and unrest are prevalent.
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