Monday, October 8, 2012

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Shooting Brake

2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Shooting Brake

What this is, isn't somewhat a warm welcome because for the car that brought you the term "4-door coupe" now brought you their first ever "shooting brake" from Mercedes Benz. Yes, this is the all new Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Shooting Brake, and you may think that this is just a 5-door estate version of the CLS-Class but oh no. There's more to this. This is somewhat a Mercedes CLS that have been taking lots and lots of Viagra and look at this, how much male enhancements does it take for a 4-door coupe to grow itself into a shooting brake?

You can expect the same choices of engines from the standard model ranging from the CLS 350 BlueEFFICIENCY, CLS 500 (4MATIC) BlueEFFICIENCY, CLS 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, and CLS 350 CDI (4MATIC) BlueEFFICIENCY, the same 7G-Tronic Plus, the same design DNA of other Mercedes-Benz models, the same governed 250 km/h top speed on some models, and the same technology offered on other Mercedes-Benz models.

2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Shooting Brake interior

The interior though, looks similar to the normal CLS until you check at the back of it. Yes, there's a wooden luggage compartment floor developed exclusively on the Shooting Brake and when you look at it, you'll know that this wooden luggage compartment is as lovely as a...yacht. It looks nice though and that's a good point for Mercedes-Benz there.

2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake

The CLS 63 AMG also gets a shooting brake variant and yes, you can still expect the same M157 5.5L V8 BiTurbo engine that no other racing game had featured one of these as of now. There's one good explanation why there's no single racing game featured a Mercedes-AMG model with the M157 engine. Is that because they're to scarred to listen to the sounds of the M157 engine? Or is it their technicians can't sustain the noise of hte M157 engine? I'm not an expert though but hey, the CLS 63 Shooting Brake still comes with the AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed gearbox and then, this can do 0-100kph in 4.4 seconds. Top speed is limtied to 250kph but there's an option that can enhance the limiter up to 300kph. Sounds juicy though but is it worth it?

Price? Well, for the entry level CLS 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, this costs about 61,761 Euros while the top of the line CLS 500 costs you 82,229 Euros. The CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake though, that costs you 117,513 Euros. Aside from the list price, you'll spend some more for the optional extras plus delivery charges.

Although it's not priced to be a family wagon, this was priced to be a first-class cruiser for those who want to go for some "high roller" lifestyle at the south of France. If you drive one of these and parked at your community college, your classmates think that you have a very expensive station wagon and this goes for a blow-out at your nearby pub or restaurant. As a first class cruiser, it looks perfect but for everyday uses such as going to the groceries or shopping, this changes everything. Remember the Mercedes-Benz slogan; Das Beste oder nichts.

Photo: Mercedes-Benz

KZ Tandingan is the first ever X Factor Philippines winner

KZ Tandingan


The Philippine version of the hit reality talent show, The X Factor, really packed a lot of drama for the hopefuls who want to achieve their dream of becoming the next big thing. Many contestants have tried their best to impress judges like Martin Nievera, Charice, Pilita Corales, and Mr. FMG. Out of many, there was one contestant who beat the odds to be come the X Factor Philippines Winner and that was none other than 21-year-old KZ Tandingan from Digos. She defeated others such as Gabriel Maturan and the group Daddy's Home after gaining 55.45% of viewers' votes.

With all that achievement, she was rewarded with the prize package worth P4 million, including a recording contract with Star Music. Maturan took home P100,000, while Daddy’s Home received P50,000.

Congratulations KZ Tandingan! You really showed us to the world that you have the X FACTOR!

Vice Ganda vs. Boy Abunda!

This was the moment everyone's been waited for. On that October 7, 2012 episode of Gandang Gabi Vice, our favorite Petrang Kabayo or Praybeyt Benjamin, Vice Ganda meets up with Asia's king of talk, Boy Abunda, for the first time! It's all SUSUNOD! EXSPLOSIBO! EXCLUSIVE! ABANGAN! but this is the first time we've seen this in the history of Gandang Gabi Vice! Vice Ganda meets Boy Abunda, all in the matter of fun and riot.

Hope we've enjoyed that encounter...

Bulilit palengke

On the October 7, 2012 episode of Goin Bulilit...

- Goin Bulilit does Oppa Gangnam Style!

- Palengke gags

- A drama of all sizes of shoes - BAYAW BILAS BIYENAN! Coming soon...we think...

- TANONG KO LANG...Anong gusto mong unang malagas, ang ngipin mo o ang buhok mo?

- The most corniest jokes in I'M CORNY!

- TANONG KO LANG...Ano ang mas marami, sangkatutak o sandamakmak?

- TANONG KO LANG...Ano ang mas malayo, papunta ng Baguio o pabalik?

- Ready Get Set Goin in Push the Bottom!!!

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Formula One 2012 Japan GP Update

F1: 2012
F1 2012

F1 2012 Japan GP occurred at Suzuka Circuit and you may never guess who won on this race. The results are...in reverse top 5 order...

5th place - Lewis Hamilton from McLaren

4th place - Jenson Button from McLaren

3rd place - Kamui Kobayashi from Sauber F1 Team

2nd place - Felipe Massa from Scuderia Ferrari

WINNER - Sebastian Vettel from Red Bull Racing

...wait, S. Vettel done this just so he can catch up against Ferrari's Fernando Alonso? I'm not sure but with the 4-point gap between them, this is truly an epic one...

SCOOP: http://www.motortrader.com.my/news/2012-japan-gp-results/

The assault continues in Yeongam, South Korea this October 14, 2012 and oh, expect some Gangnam Style here...


Opel Mokka

Now, let's talk about mocha and something that sounds like mocha. Mocha is a small, round coffee beans of the Coffea Arabica variety. Mocha Girls are the the hottest girl group whose member got to show herself topless at some adult magazine as a protest against a new law that most internet netizens are feared of because of well, you know, the L-word. Moka Akashiya is the heroine from Rosario + Vampire. Now, though, there's another thing that sounds like mocha...

2013 Opel Mokka

On the front, it looks a bit more like next year's Buick Encore. On the back, it does a bit more like next year's Buick Encore. Underneath, it uses the same platform as the Corsa compact. And as for the engine choices, it offers three different engine types (1.6, 1.4 Turbo, and 1.7 CDTi). Some people say that this is a new kind of Opel compact crossover that works well on the urban roads and for the great outdoors. Some people say that this is just another car made for the soccer mom in mind but oh no. This new crossover is as unique as a cheese-top burger and as stylish as a historical sculpture. Say hello to the all new Opel Mokka.

2013 Opel Mokka

Yes, the Mokka really is based on the Opel Corsa but I'm not really sure how the heck the boffins from Opel gave the Opel Corsa some outdoorsman credentials. Do you think Opel made a worthy contender to other crossovers of this magnitude such as the Mitsubishi RVR, Nissan Juke, Mazda CX-5, and the Subaru XV? Not necessarily though, this compact crossover may not talk about the competition because what this Mokka focused at is being a stand-out as a city cruiser or a perfect adventure vehicle for those who want to go out BMX-ing or camping or fishing or mountain climbing or whatever these outdoorsy people want to do. 

Sure, the Opel Mokka does have a typical Opel interior and it can accommodate up to five people but surprisingly, this B-segment compact crossover that really is a Corsa underneath has some of the finest Opel technologies offered from models such as the Astra or the Insignia. Oh wait, there's even the feature last seen on the Meriva or Zafira Tourer as well! It was this...new generation rear bicycle carrier Flex-Fix that allows me to store up to three BMX's and it's very convenient. This unique bicycle carrier acts like a drawer because you can slide it in or out. Amazing...

2013 Opel Mokka interior

It really is a very sensible Opel. It maybe more civilized as a city car but as a sports utility compact, it really is want to let it all out and turn the whole city into a jungle and if I mean jungle, I do mean gonna end up like a video game where animals rule the world and fighting for survival. Actually, this Mokka isn't that kind of thing but it feels like humanity has declined because of today's ever changing times.

The optional all-wheel drive system on the Mokka though, that is somewhat simply clever because unlike other 4WD-fitted cars, this one weighs about 65kg to keep its fuel efficiency a bit as fine as a good haircut at a very nice barber shop. Also, there is a feature where you can have the power being distributed in either front or all wheels. In FF mode, it becomes very effective in high grip driving conditions such as asphalt but when switched to AWD mode, traction's enhanced, handling's enhanced and it becomes a Frankfurt jungle.

Is it an urban cruiser? Is it an offroader? You really can't even tell until you discover's the Mokka's true potential.

Available Colors: Royalblau, Schneeweiß, Boracayblau, Diamantgrau, Graphitschwarz, Seidengrau, Argonsilber, Orientrot, Espressobraun.

PRICE LIST:



Photo: ADAM OPEL AG

Audi RS4 Avant B8 (Typ 8K)

Out of the blue, a certain male told that he once watched a DVD about young women in their racing swimsuits doing somewhat...um...more animalistic. He said that it was the most intense, animalistic, erotic encounter of his life. If I was his friend, I want to tell him that there's something even more erotic than watching women in their skin-tight racing swimwears...

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2013 Audi RS4 Avant

2013 Audi RS4 Avant

Here it is. The ultimate expression of car porn. If I was Taaj from Come Fly With Me, I would say "okay b****es, the p*ssy wagon has arrived!" because this really is a sport wagon with such fetishes. Once you're here, you'll know that this was the most intense, animalistic, erotic encounter of your life.

Under the hood, this feisty high performance sport wagon from Audi 4.2L V8 FSi engine that generates about 450PS of power and 430Nm of torque. 0-100kph takes about 4.7 seconds and top speed, well, like anything goes, a governed top speed of 250kph but it can be bump up to 280kph by request. It is a fast wagon and with its seven-speed S tronic dual clutch gearbox, this was immensely fast...sort of because if you put it in a race between this and the Cadillac CTS-V Wagon, I'm afraid that doesn't work because even though it has launch control, this Audi can't beat the American high-performance car in a shape of a station wagon, a car that soccer moms often use it for everyday use.

What about handling? As a sex toy, this is a bit too harsh and this feels like it's what you call it "unprotected sex" on the road because form every turn by turn, it feels like you've been wrestled by a young Russian woman in her skin-tight racing swimsuit. Even though it may have the quattro all-wheel drive system, the driving feel's a bit too mild and menacing. Not standard, not dynamic, too mild. As mild as a cup of San Mig Coffee 3-in-1 if you know what I mean but as menacing as a slaughterhouse next door. You have to be serious about handling this high performance Audi sport wagon and if it gets brutal, KEEP CALM AND YELL HAIDARAAAAAA!!!!!

And if by HAIDARAAAAAA!!!!!, well take a look at yourself. This really is the all new Audi RS4 Avant and if by Avant or estate version, you might be saying "LOL. Why no Saloon?", "WTF? Where's the RS4 Saloon?" There's a very bright reason for this, AUDI WILL NEVER MAKE A SALOON VERSION OF THE NEW RS4. You got me? Remember back from the old RS4 (typ B5)? Yep, available in wagon only when it came in 1999. This followed the trend of the first RS4 but that's general information to you all.

But still, even though it's available only in Avant grade, the new RS4 is all about being the most intense animalistic erotic encounter of your life when your foot's on the pedal and once you're driving the new RS4, the humping begins...Oh yeah...How do you like that, Fearghal? How's this for an erotic encounter? Apologies if too much NSFW stuff were there but that's the metaphor for the RS4 Avant because even though for an everyday wagon, it looks and feels absolutely sexy.

Available Colors: Ibisweiß, Suzukagrau Metallic, Pantherschwarz Kristalleffekt, Prismasilber Kristalleffekt, Daytonagrau Perleffekt, Misanorot Perleffekt, Phantomschwarz Perleffekt, and Sepangblau Perleffekt.

PRICE: 76,600 Euros

Photo: Audi AG

Opel Astra J Sedan

Back in 2009, Opel launched the sixth generation Astra which comes with many interesting features such as the FlexRide electronic chassis control system, Opel Eye that detects incoming road signs, AFL+, and so much more. With the hatchback and the Sports Tourer available, what Opel really needs is a sedan version and guess what? They have one!

2013 Opel Astra

Here it is and not only the sedan makes its first appearance all three Astra models get themselves a minor change to keep them fresh during the Astra J's three-year tenure. And since we're not going to cover up the hatchback and the Sports Tourer because this would be somewhat a spacey-wasey, why don't we'll cover up the new kid instead?

2013 Opel Astra Sedan

So, this is the sedan version of the latest Opel Astra J but this is somewhat a familiar face to me because last year, I've checked out it's American cousin, the Buick Verano (which is sold in the People's Republic of China as the Excelle GT) and what General Motors told that this car can kick the likes of the Lexus IS350 in every intangible way. With the arrival of the newcomer, the Acura ILX I've examined a couple of months ago, it seems that Buick tries to state that the Verano is better than the new ILX and I mean hey, they're right.

How about this? The all new Astra Sedan from Opel? Oh wait, before explaining this, I think that Opel's British cousin, Vauxhall, had no plans to introduce the Astra sedan yet but if they do, this would be a proper bet against the MG6 Magnette sedan. It's like the Astra but only this time, it has a boot to store your golf bags or something else. When you try to compare this one to the Volkswagen Jetta, you'll know that this is getting a bit more interesting. For me, the new Astra Sedan is better looking that the Volkswagen Jetta inside and out. Also, it's taller than the Jetta (1500mm height vs. Jetta's 1450mm), longer than the Jetta (4658mm length vs. Jetta's 4640mm), even more wheelbase than the Jetta (2685mm of wheelbase vs. Jetta's 2650mm), and wider than the Jetta (1814mm of width vs. Jetta's 1780mm). Guess we're getting somewhere...

Like most Astras, the new sedan version comes with a 1.4L, 1.6L, 1.4L Turbo, 1.6L Turbo. 1.3L CDTi, and 1.7 CDTi engines. Depending on engine types, there's a ecoFLEX variant with a start stop that automatically shuts off the engine when you stopped and the start it on again when you set off. This will solve the whole air malarkey thing but I'm afraid that with all the engine choices, why don't we settle from least to great? For fuel efficiency, best to pick the Astra Sedan ecoFLEX with the 1.7 CDTi engine that has a CO2 emission of 99g/km, which sounds very impressive for an eco-car. For affordability, best to pick the Astra Sedan with the 1.4L engine but in Selection trim which cost you 18,270 Euros. For power, why not recommend the top of the line Astra Sedan 1.6L Turbo which in Edition trim and a 6-speed MT costs you 23,285 Euros. This is a consumer advice for you if you want the all new Astra Sedan, got it?

What I think about the new Astra Sedan is simple, this is a decent midsize sedan that some say that this would be perfect for emerging markets. I mean look at Russia, they have a very high demand for such sedans and this would be a perfect fit.In Germany, this new Astra sedan makes it an elegant and cheaper alternative to sedans from the upper segment but in some countries like those form Eastern and Central Europe, basically Russia and Turkey, notchback sedans have a very high demand. So, do you think this new Astra Sedan is a worthy contender? You'l find that out soon enough.

Available Colors: Schneeweiß, Azurblau, Graphitschwarz, Argonsilber, Champagner, Fresh Mint, Silbersee, Silbergrau, Mahagonibraun, and Powerrot.

PRICE LIST:




Photo: Adam Opel AG

Saturday, October 6, 2012

"Gatas na choco? Choco na gatas?"

On the October 5, 2012 episode of Bubble Gang

- In Egypt, bad talent will be punished by royals. That's the Bubble Gags of that episode.

- Tata Lino comes back for more motivational quotes

- Ka-Gerry observes some new grocery items he bought such as Mama Mia Breast Milk, La Loma's Pork Armpits, SureFoods Queso De Belo, Jackson's Baby Losyang, AquaDry Instant Water, Mabuhay Devirginized Coconut Oil, UroCannes Left-Handed Tabo, Marca P-Noy Soy Sauce, Big Bird Fresh Parrot Eggs, Tom Jones Ceiling Wax, and Time First Teenage Diapers.

- HULI KA!

- Bubble Gang Bear Brand Choco by spoofing this commercial as Bear Blonde Choco! Ano sa tingin mo? Gatas na choco? Choco na gatas?

- Boy Pick Up, Sukli, and Push Back tries to impress Ninang B for more Pick Up Lines!

- ALERT! Sumbong Sumbong kay Bonggang Bonggang Bongbong is here again to tackle the most annoying stuff such as...people buying pirated DVD and then getting angry for low quality, people tweeting their nonsense, and parents lending their kids expensive gadgets to avoid making trouble.

- James Wang is on the case again and this time, he's investigating the case of murder even if it means of CCTV.

- This crook had a different course he went through, educated and licensed or not...


Forza 4 Head to Head: Enzo vs. MC12

Hello again. Time for another showdown and this time, I could be comparing some sort of fraternal twins from Italy.

Fraternal Twins

I'm talking about the Enzo and the MC12. Sure, they are the finest achievements two Italian carmakers can ever think of. Both of these are more fun on the track but the feeling of owning and driving them in reality can be somewhat frustrating but I don't care. First off, let's start with the MC12...

Maserati MC12:

The MC12 from Maserati was used to compete in the FIA GT Championship and this was based on the Enzo Ferrari. The road-going version of the MC12 was produced in 2004 with 30 cars produced (five of which were not for sale). A further 25 were produced in 2005 making a total of 50 cars available for customers, each of which were pre-sold for €600,000.

It uses the same 6.0L V12 engine from the Enzo but it produces a maximum torque of 652 newton metres (481 lbf·ft) at 5500 rpm and a maximum power of 630 PS (460 kW; 620 hp) at 7500 rpm, while being mated with the Maserati Cambiocorsa semi-automatic transmission which has the final drive ratio of 4.10:1 and provides a shift time of just 150 milliseconds.

Jeremy Clarkson reviewed the MC12 on Top Gear and he disliked it more like the BiTurbo that he crushed. "Is it a racer? Is it a GT car? Is it a de-tuned Enzo in a fat suit? You can't really tell." he said but when handed to The Stig, it set a lap time of 1:18.9, 0.1 seconds faster than the Enzo Ferrari.




The MC12 crossed the line in 1:17.787

Enzo Ferrari:


The Enzo Ferrari was the ultimate Ferrari ever built in 2002 in celebration of Ferrari's 55th anniversary and it is limited to 399 units.

Originally, it supposed to be called the F60, in line with other anniversary models such as the F40 and the F50, but it was announced that before its launch, this car has to be named after the founder of Ferrari, ENZO FERRARI.

Designed by a Japanese named Ken (Kiyoyuki Okuyama), the Enzo was heavily influenced by its Formula One-style nose, providing better aerodynamics. Little known fact that Michael Schumacher was contributed for this car.

Powering the Enzo was its 6.0L V12 engine that generates 651HP of power and 484.8lb-ft of torque, armed with a semi-auto transmission called the F1-matic. Top speed is 350kph.

Jeremy Clarkson borrowed Nick Mason's Enzo for a review on Top Gear and when handed to The Stig, it set a lap time of 1:19.0.  The Enzo was one of the cars contributed for the challenge when James May tries to recreate the Top Gear theme song using car engines.




The Enzo Ferrari did it in 1:17.981, a few seconds slower than the...MC12(?)

Enzo's Time

Strange that despite the MC12 is somewhat a de-tuned Enzo in a fat suit, how can it be more quicker than the Enzo in terms of lap times? Doesn't matter though because what I'm driving those were works of art. The MC12 is all about being as delicate as a piano concerto but it takes skill to master the handling because such brutal speed may cost you more. The Enzo though, that is truly a knife-edge combatant I truly love about. Although both of these cars have no luxury equipment, the freedom to drive those cars are highly immense. I wanna drive one of these more than hanging on my last breath.

Anime Saimoe Tournament 2012 update (October 6, 2012)

Right, we got the results from 2ch Forum's Saimoe Tournament 2012 Round 2 on the Groups E-H and the results are kinda disappointing. It seems that 10 characters from Saki Achiga-hen Episode of Side-A are advanced to the next round. How did that anime became too popular? Never mind. Here's the results...



(Group E) 9/28:
* Sakuno Uryuu - Mashiro-Iro Symphony - 206 (Winner)
Yumi Kajiki - Saki Episode of Side A - 136
Kurumi Hazuki - Kaitō Tenshi Twin Angel - 51

(Group E) 9/29:
* Sanya V. Litvyak - Strike Witches (movie) - 283 (Winner)
Yayoi Takatsuki - The IDOLM@STER - 229
Sanae Nagatsuki - Squid Girl - 103

(Group E) 9/30:
* Charlotte Dunois - Infinite Stratos Encore: Koi ni Kogareru Rokujūsō - 312 (Winner)
Rin Tousaka - Fate/Zero, Carnival Phantasm - 259
Hibiki Ganaha - The IDOLM@STER - 179

(Group E) 10/1:
* Yuu Matsumi - Saki Episode of Side A - 425 (Winner)
Taiga Aisaka - Toradora! - 255
Yui Hirasawa - K-ON! (movie) - 114

(Group G) 10/2:
* Nodoka Haramura - Saki Episode of Side A - 277 (Winner)
Ai Nanasaki - Amagami SS+ - 166
Momoko Touyoko - Saki Episode of Side A - 108

(Group G) 10/3:
* Hitagi Senjougahara - Nisemonogatari - 279 (Winner)
Aria H Kanzaki - Aria the Scarlet Ammo - 181
Hina Takanashi - Listen to Me, Girls. I Am Your Father! - 114

(Group G) 10/4:
* Tsukihi Araragi - Nisemonogatari - 199 (Winner)
Aoi Yamada - Working'!! - 138
Kotori Otonashi - The IDOLM@STER - 98
Rea Sanka - Sankarea - 54

(Group G) 10/5:
* Ako Atarachi - Saki Episode of Side A - 399 (Winner)
Squid Girl - Squid Girl - 241
Mael Strom - Is This a Zombie? of the Dead - 45

(Group F) 9/28:
* Yui Funami - Yuruyuri - 210 (Winner)
Hercule Barton - Tantei Opera Milky Holmes Dai-Ni-Maku - 106
Seraphim - Is This a Zombie? of the Dead - 70

(Group F) 9/29:
*Kirame Hanada - Saki Episode of Side A - 280 (Winner)
Haruka Amami - The IDOLM@STER - 224
Kanna Tanigawa - Ano Natsu de Matteru - 135

(Group F) 9/30:
*Kuro Matsumi - Saki Episode of Side A - 454 (Winner)
Nyarlathotep - Haiyore! Nyaruko-san - 322
Ryuuka Shimizudani - Saki Episode of Side A - 50

(Group F) 10/1:
* Ririchiyo Shirakiin - Inu X Boku Secret Service - 367 (Winner)
Eru Chitanda - Hyouka - 287
Miyako - Hidamari Sketch X SP - 98

(Group H) 10/2:
* Airi Kashiii - Ro-Kyu-Bu! - 238 (Winner)
Poplar Tanashima - Working'!! - 221
Minko Tsurugi - Hana-Saku Iroha - 66

(Group H) 10/3:
* Shana - Shakugan no Shana III (Final) - 288 (Winner)
Snow Black - Accel World - 224
Nano Shinonome - Nichijō - 81

(Group H) 10/4:
* Mio Akiyama - K-ON! (movie) - 211 (Winner)
Nazuna Takanashi - Working'!! - 158
Rika Furude - Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kira - 106

(Group H) 10/5:
* Sena Kashiwazaki - Haganai - 262 (Winner)
Elucia de Lute Irma - The World God Only Knows - 244
Marika Katou - Bodacious Space Pirates - 114

Scoop: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2012-10-05/2ch-forum-saimoe-tournament-2012-round-2/groups-e-h

That's the end of Round Two. We'll get the overall results on the October 15 and who knows, this is going to be somewhat an achiga-hen dominated tourney...

Hyundai Veloster's facing “Exploding” Sunroof problems

Hyundai Veloster Turbo

The NHTSA Office of Defect Investigation looking into eleven complaints from Hyundai Veloster owners saying that the sunroof's been blown off. 

I was driving, making a left hand turn from a stop light and then heard a very loud bang! The sunroof above me shattered and fell all over me, the car, and outside,” said a Veloster owner who wrote a complaint to the NHTSA.

If found defective, Hyundai may issue a recall to those Veloster models regarding the sunroof problems.