Biscuit Day: Why Do Japanese Cars (and Appliances) Talk So Much?
Why February 28 Is Biscuit Day (And What Your Japanese Car Has to Say About It)
You learn a lot when you own a Japanese car. Most of it trivial, but the learning never stops.
Take my Japanese-speaking Kiwi friend, for example. The other day, he got into his imported Nissan Leaf, turned the ignition on, and was greeted by a pleasant female voice:
"今日は2月28日です。ビスケットの日です。"
"Kyo wa …
