Alexey R. (ILI) - On Practicality and Technology

ILIs are economical people. I never throw away old things. Take a screwdriver, for example: if the handle breaks, there’s no point in throwing away the blade. You can make a new handle, or sharpen the blade and use it as an awl. Any item can be repurposed, even a broken one. Usually, I have a large collection of computer components lying around—sometimes I use them, but I don't throw much away because it might come in handy. I only toss something if it has lost all possible value.

I am drawn to technology; I feel it and sense it. I view a car as a means of transportation—a very convenient tool. When choosing one, you have to decide what it’s for. If it’s for city driving, there are several parameters.

I need a bright car color, like orange or yellow—not because I like the color, but because statistically, such cars are highly visible in traffic and get into fewer accidents. I’ve noticed that a yellow car stands out from the "grey mass" from a distance. An important parameter is the price-to-quality ratio. The price must justify the investment. I don’t need an insanely expensive car. I need a vehicle that is reliable, has reasonable fuel consumption, a good trunk capacity, and comfortable seats. I don't have any particular feelings about the way a car looks; I view it strictly in terms of practicality and convenience.