Okay, time now for the news and big news today because the Supreme Court announced that by an unanimous decision, the SC issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) to put an end to the mostly-feared Anti-Cybercrime Law.
Wait...The Supreme Court stopped the Anti-Cybercrime Law?
Well, yes. They did.
(cheers and applause)
Scoop: http://www.rappler.com/nation/13864-sc-stops-cybercrime-law,-issues-tro
So, this is power to the people! The Cybercrime Law issues finally put to the coffin thanks to the Supreme Court. I'm very impressed that these guys really know how to think before they act. I'm really impressed that we can breathe happy and cock about some TG-style stuff because the Supreme Court really put the end of this nightmare!
Yeah, but do be so happy just yet.
Why?
Well...um...I don't know. Even though our Supreme Court friends stopped the Cybercrime Law doesn't mean we have to celebrate. Who knows? They'll be back with even bigger consequences.
Oh...So, do you think those Facebookers going to swap back their profile pics and covers from black to color?
Well, I think this is the right time.
(cheers and applause)
It really is the right time to do it! Now anyway, have you guys heard the news? There was a car crash somewhere in Jalan Haji Ahmad 1 in the city of Kuantan in the direction of Semambu...
Which was in Malaysia, right?
Yes. And I've just heard that this accidents involved two Nissan GT-Rs, which Edaran Tan Chong never brought one, must have bought it somewhere in Singapore, or must have been smuggled by a Malaysian...
(audience laughing)
..anyway, about four people were killed and the two of the four dead people on that kind of car accident in Malaysia were...and if you're sitting down (laughing)...GT-R owners!
(huh?)
Who are they?
Let's see...hmmm...they were...the driver of the Dark Grey Nissan GT-R, Tan Kah Yong (24 years old), passenger Bao Shanshan sitting in the front (26 years old from Liaoning, China), the driver of the White Nissan GT-R Go Haw Wei (20 years old) and passenger Koay Khor Liang (21 years old), also passenger in the front.
Scoop: http://www.gtspirit.com/2012/10/07/car-crash-two-gtrs-wrecked-in-malaysia-four-dead-two-critical-injured/
Sounds a bit Chinese as described but I felt pity for those who smuggled a car not available in Malaysia and this is what they get. That's a golden rule. Don't smuggle a car not available at your country or you might wind up in such a serious trouble...
(audience laughing)
That's a top tip! (laughing)
Okay okay...enough laughing now because time now for the sad news. We just heard that famed director Marilou Diaz Abaya has passed away last night at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Taguig at the age of 57 after a long battle with breast cancer.
Scoop: http://www.interaksyon.com/entertainment/director-marilou-diaz-abaya-57-dies-of-breast-cancer/
Who was she?
She's a director of such famed Filipino films such as Jose Rizal, Muro Ami, Sa Pusod ng Dagat, Brutal, and Moral.
Wait...She made Muro Ami? The one with the kids have gone fishing?
Yep...in an illegal way. They were...reef-hunters. True to its name. That film portrays young kids, well they were on an illegal child labor (which is a crime), doing illegal fishing practice. I think you should watch that film and you'll see why did the poor kids lost their future by ruining the environment. You should see that...
Uh...where do I find that film?
It's up to you...
(audience laughing)
Anyway, an anime and video game magazine called NewType held this year's Newtype Anime Awards and hey, you may never guess who'd made it on that award.
Had the list?
Let's see...best director includes Atsushi Nishigori from THE IDOLM@STER, best script by Touko Machida from THE IDOLM@STER, best character design by Atsushi Nishigori from THE IDOLM@STER, best mecha design is Bodacious Space Pirates, Eureka Seven AO, and Aquarion Evol, best original music score is Yuki Kajiura for Fate/Zero, best TV commercial for an anime is Fate/Zero, best theme song was READY!! from THE IDOLM@STER, best anime movie title of the year was K-ON!, best game animation was Tales of Xillia, best voice actress was Eriko Nakamura, best voice actor was Akio Otsuka, best anime mascot was Hamuzo from THE IDOLM@STER, best female character was Haruka Amami from THE IDOLM@STER, best male character was Fate/Zero's Rider, best studio is ufotable, best TV anime of the year was Fate/Zero....there's loads more...
Scoop: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2012-10-07/fate/zero-k-on-wins-top-prizes-in-newtype-anime-awards
So, you're saying is that such titles like THE IDOLM@STER, Fate/Zero, the K-ON! movie, and others were on the list?
Yes. And no wonder THE IDOLM@STER snagged a lot of awards from NewType. That really is a bombshell!
Right and on that bombshell, that's the news. Tomorrow, we'll check out the demo for the upcoming Forza Horizon video game. It's Forza, only even more of a free roaming racing game for the party animals.
(audience laughing)
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Forza 4 Head to Head: Your one-way ticket to Maranello
If I'm remember correctly that in a social game that is Car Town, you need a Ferrari F355 Berlinetta, 360 Modena, and the F430 in order to gain access to the Ferrari headquarters. I know, we're talking of a different game, but I'm using this as a basis to talk about those mid-engined V8 Ferrari that adorned through the decades. Sure, the Ferrari 458 was one of the best mid-engined V8 Ferrari but what about the predecessors? Ones that we adorned from the past and we took a liking on those fundamentals?
The F355 Berlinetta I've just bought did it in 1:26.001
360 Modena
Launched in 1999 and produced up until 2005, the 360 Modena continues the mid-engined V8 Ferrari evolution and it served as the successor of the F355.
To create the 360's all aluminum space-frame, Ferrari collaborated with Alcoa and as a result, it is 40% stiffer than the 355 and it's 28% lighter despite a 10% increase in overall dimensions. In terms of body design, Pininfarina did the rest of it to make the 360 more attractive and more aerodynamic.
Powering the 360 was its 3.6L V8 engine that generates about 400 bhp (300 kW) of power, does 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds, and top speed of 189 mph (304 km/h).
This model is available as a two-door coupe called the Modena, a convertible model called the 360 Spider, and a high-performance version called the Challenge Stradale. Little known fact that Ferrari made a one-off 360 Barchetta as a wedding present to Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo.
In classic Top Gear, Tiff Needell visited Maranello to review the 360 Modena.
In the Supercar World Cup episode of Top Gear Season 2, the Ferrari 360 Modena was one of the competitors as well as the Porsche 996 Turbo, Honda NSX, Chevrolet Corvette C5, Venturi, and a nitrous-powered, stripped-out Jaguar.
VERDICT: As a kid, I admired the 360 Modena's cleverness and finesse and when I tried this one in a video game I remember (think of NFS Hot Pursuit II since 2002), this one's an animal. I just love this kind of Ferrari. I like it more than the F355 or even the 458. Sure, the 458 may be quick but for those who love the blast to the past might consider the 360 as a preferability even by today's standards.
That's a 1:24.337 for the 360 Modena
F430
Following the evolution of Ferrari's mid-engined V8 sportscar since the F355 and the 360, the F430 was launched at the 2004 Paris Motor Show and it was made to be one of the sportiest V8 Ferraris ever made. Prices start at around $186,925 to $217,310 in the United States, £118,500 in the United Kingdom, €175,000 in the European Union and $379,000 for the base model to $450,000 for the Spider F1 in Australia.
Thanks to Frank Stephenson at Pininfarina, the F430's design provides enhanced aerodynamic efficiency while retaining the same drag coefficient of the 360 Modena it replaced.
Powering the F430 was its 4.3L V8 engine derived from the shared Ferrari and Maserati design, generating 490PS of power and 465Nm of torque. This can go 0-100kph in 4 seconds and achieve a top speed of 196 mph (315 km/h).
It is available in coupe, spider, hardcore Scuderia, and the Scuderia Spider 16M.
Jeremy Clarkson reviewed this on Top Gear in coupe and spider variants and when handed to The Stig, it set a lap time of 1:22.9, faster than the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Pagani Zonda.
James May drove a 430 Spider at the Supercars do France episode of Top Gear while Jeremy Clarkson's in the Ford GT and Richard Hammond's in the Pagani Zonda.
It is believed that James May owns a F430 and Jeremy Clarkson borrowed May's F430 for a drag race against its successor, the 458 Italia, after messing it up with some Doritos and some chocolate bars Jeremy ate. With the Stig in the F430, Jeremy and the 458 defeated its predecessor on a quarter mile drag race at the Top Gear Track.
VERDICT: What I like about the F430 was its performance thanks to its 4.3L V8 engine and its aerodynamics because of its Pininfarina credentials. Sadly though, I don't like this car because...well, as Jeremy just said, James May has one...the idiot...Sorry...But still, the F430 is definitely one of the best looking V8 Ferraris ever and that magnificent noise really made no excuses here. Compare the 4.3L V8-powered Ferrari F430 to the 5.0L V10-powered Lamborghini Gallardo and this really is a no holds barred fight. You'll never know which one really cut the mustard but hey, the war between the raging bulls and the prancing horses is still Italy's big topic for the car enthusiasts...
The F430 done it in 1:20.685.
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| Maranello's finest |
What I have here are the predecessors of the 458 but they're just more than that. They're just the first steps to become a fan of the Prancing Horse, something to respect Enzo for. First up is the F355 Berlinetta...
F355 Berlinetta
Launched in 1994, the Ferrari 355 was the successor of the 438, continuing the evolution of mid-engined, rear wheel drive V8 Ferraris. Unlike the 348 it replaces, the F355 has its engine capacity increased from 3.4 to 3.5L, generating 380PS of power while mated in either a 6-speed manual or the Formula One style paddle gear shift electrohydraulic manual transmission (in 1997).
The Ferrari F355 has a steel monocoque frame with tubular steel rear sub-frame ith front and rear suspensions using independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over gas-filled telescopic shock absorbers with electronic control servos and anti-roll bars. Most F355 models, from the Berlinetta, GTS targa top, and the Spider (in 1995) are armed with Pirelli tires, size 225/40ZR 18 in front and 265/40 ZR 18 in the rear.
VERDICT: You don't need to go back in the 1990's to try out the F355 because of its unique characteristics. This Ferrari is all about style and finesse in every corner and in my point of view, driving the F355 feels like playing a classic video game and you wanna know what? It's called Ridge Racer. This guy really looked like the Ridge Racer car and might be best to listen to the Ridge Racer theme song while driving this.
The F355 Berlinetta I've just bought did it in 1:26.001
360 Modena
Launched in 1999 and produced up until 2005, the 360 Modena continues the mid-engined V8 Ferrari evolution and it served as the successor of the F355.
To create the 360's all aluminum space-frame, Ferrari collaborated with Alcoa and as a result, it is 40% stiffer than the 355 and it's 28% lighter despite a 10% increase in overall dimensions. In terms of body design, Pininfarina did the rest of it to make the 360 more attractive and more aerodynamic.
Powering the 360 was its 3.6L V8 engine that generates about 400 bhp (300 kW) of power, does 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds, and top speed of 189 mph (304 km/h).
This model is available as a two-door coupe called the Modena, a convertible model called the 360 Spider, and a high-performance version called the Challenge Stradale. Little known fact that Ferrari made a one-off 360 Barchetta as a wedding present to Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo.
In classic Top Gear, Tiff Needell visited Maranello to review the 360 Modena.
In the Supercar World Cup episode of Top Gear Season 2, the Ferrari 360 Modena was one of the competitors as well as the Porsche 996 Turbo, Honda NSX, Chevrolet Corvette C5, Venturi, and a nitrous-powered, stripped-out Jaguar.
VERDICT: As a kid, I admired the 360 Modena's cleverness and finesse and when I tried this one in a video game I remember (think of NFS Hot Pursuit II since 2002), this one's an animal. I just love this kind of Ferrari. I like it more than the F355 or even the 458. Sure, the 458 may be quick but for those who love the blast to the past might consider the 360 as a preferability even by today's standards.
That's a 1:24.337 for the 360 Modena
F430
Following the evolution of Ferrari's mid-engined V8 sportscar since the F355 and the 360, the F430 was launched at the 2004 Paris Motor Show and it was made to be one of the sportiest V8 Ferraris ever made. Prices start at around $186,925 to $217,310 in the United States, £118,500 in the United Kingdom, €175,000 in the European Union and $379,000 for the base model to $450,000 for the Spider F1 in Australia.
Thanks to Frank Stephenson at Pininfarina, the F430's design provides enhanced aerodynamic efficiency while retaining the same drag coefficient of the 360 Modena it replaced.
Powering the F430 was its 4.3L V8 engine derived from the shared Ferrari and Maserati design, generating 490PS of power and 465Nm of torque. This can go 0-100kph in 4 seconds and achieve a top speed of 196 mph (315 km/h).
It is available in coupe, spider, hardcore Scuderia, and the Scuderia Spider 16M.
Jeremy Clarkson reviewed this on Top Gear in coupe and spider variants and when handed to The Stig, it set a lap time of 1:22.9, faster than the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Pagani Zonda.
James May drove a 430 Spider at the Supercars do France episode of Top Gear while Jeremy Clarkson's in the Ford GT and Richard Hammond's in the Pagani Zonda.
It is believed that James May owns a F430 and Jeremy Clarkson borrowed May's F430 for a drag race against its successor, the 458 Italia, after messing it up with some Doritos and some chocolate bars Jeremy ate. With the Stig in the F430, Jeremy and the 458 defeated its predecessor on a quarter mile drag race at the Top Gear Track.
VERDICT: What I like about the F430 was its performance thanks to its 4.3L V8 engine and its aerodynamics because of its Pininfarina credentials. Sadly though, I don't like this car because...well, as Jeremy just said, James May has one...the idiot...Sorry...But still, the F430 is definitely one of the best looking V8 Ferraris ever and that magnificent noise really made no excuses here. Compare the 4.3L V8-powered Ferrari F430 to the 5.0L V10-powered Lamborghini Gallardo and this really is a no holds barred fight. You'll never know which one really cut the mustard but hey, the war between the raging bulls and the prancing horses is still Italy's big topic for the car enthusiasts...
The F430 done it in 1:20.685.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Volvo XC60 meets Jeremy Lin
A couple of months ago, famed NBA player Jeremy Lin signed as a brand ambassador for Volvo not just for the Swedish carmaker's marketing initiatives in China but in the United States as well.
Here's a US TV commercial for the Volvo XC60 starring the Linsanity himself. It's called "The Unexpected Ones".
Well done Volvo and well done Linsanity. Looking forward for more bigger things!
Here's a US TV commercial for the Volvo XC60 starring the Linsanity himself. It's called "The Unexpected Ones".
Well done Volvo and well done Linsanity. Looking forward for more bigger things!
Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Shooting Brake
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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
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| 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...
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!!!
- 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
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| 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...
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| 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.
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| 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...
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| 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.
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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...
Kompromisslos anspruchsvoll
Kompromisslos anspruchsvoll
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| 2013 Audi RS4 Avant |
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| 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!
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| 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?
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| 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.
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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...
- 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...
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