Automobiles are indeed a marvel. People have relied on horses or their own two feet for transportation for thousands of years. There was obviously a need for other modes of transportation to go further and faster, as the old English saying "necessity is the mother of invention" states. Buckle up and read on for more fascinating auto facts. Save these interesting facts for your next trivia night or road trip, and have fun as you drive.

1. Is there a Latin term for a sport utility vehicle? The word "car" is derived from the Latin word "Carrum," which means "two-wheeled Celtic battle chariot."

2. 9.9 million Americans are employed in the automotive sector. That equates to around 5.1% of employment in the private sector. It's a "wheely" wise choice for a profession.

3. The final vehicle to offer a cassette tape player as an option was the 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. Was there a pencil included to fix the tape when it jammed?

4. The initial windshield wipers were manually operated. Not really useful.

5. According to AA statistics, annual labor costs for car maintenance amount to between 2.04 and 2.34 pence per mile, out of a total running cost per mile of between 18.56p and 29.06p. Running costs are the expenses incurred when a car is actually used as opposed to just being owned.

6. The intervals at which a car needs maintenance are not standardized.

7. The manufacturer determines the servicing interval.

8. These intervals vary slightly, ranging from every 5,000 miles to every 20,000 miles or every two years.

9. A service schedule booklet that lists the manufacturer-recommended service intervals should be included in the owner's manual of your car.

10. Driving at 60 mph would take almost a month to reach the moon. What is the maximum speed allowed in outer space?

11. 90% of motorists acknowledge singing in the car. Mics for hairbrushes are not supplied.

In 1902, the first speeding ticket ever issued was issued. According to reports, the motorist was doing 45 mph. Scandalous!

12. The largest mileage recorded by a single vehicle was 2,850,000 miles or 100 trips around the globe. Perhaps the motorist declined to request directions?

We appreciate you joining us as we explore these interesting car facts. At Komfort Service, we like learning about vehicles yet take them seriously. You can contact us if you have any questions concerning your car, whether they are related to the interior or external parts.