With the prevalence of satellite TV and streaming shows online, it is now possible to see TV shows from beyond your own country’s borders. In England, TV shows like Top Gear and Wheeler Dealers appeal to petrolheads of all ages, and they are growing in popularity with American audiences.
However, British people use some pretty different terminology than Americans when it comes to automobiles. Therefore, I have come up with a list of translations between UK English and US English.
UK English / US English
aluminium: aluminum, a lightweight and non-ferrous metal used in the construction of automobiles
bonnet: hood, a hinged panel which covers the car’s engine
