: Public displays of affection (PDA) are generally discouraged and can face social backlash or even informal "moral policing" by community members.
Having a "girl in the car" is often framed as a "flex" (display of wealth) within youth subcultures. It suggests the man has reached a certain level of financial stability to afford both the vehicle and the lifestyle associated with "high-class" dating. Materialism vs. Values: : Public displays of affection (PDA) are generally