tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52017689737963473612024-03-05T13:47:11.115-08:00FastraysBryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-40891598124503512672013-07-16T12:58:00.001-07:002013-07-16T12:58:37.213-07:00The God Of Football<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lionel Messi was born Luis Lionel Andres Messi on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina.At the age of 8, he was recruited to join the youth system of Newell's Old Boys, a Rosario-based club.Messi was eventually suffering from a hormone deficiency that restricted his growth.<br />
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Messi's parents decided on a regimen of nightly growth-hormone injections for their son, though it soon proved impossible to pay several hundred dollars per month for the medication. So, at the age of 13, when Messi was offered the chance to train at soccer powerhouse FC Barcelona's youth academy, La Masia, and have his medical bills covered by the team.<br />
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Messi moved quickly through the junior system ranks, and by the age of 16, he had made his first appearance for Barcelona. Messi put himself in the record books on May 1, 2005, as the youngest player to ever score a goal for the franchise. That same year, he led Argentina to the title in the under-20 World Cup, scoring on a pair of penalty kicks to propel the team over Nigeria.<br />
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Messi eventually grew to 5 feet and 7 inches, and with his short stature, speed and relentless attacking style, he drew comparisons to another famous Argentinean footballer: Diego Maradona. Messi steered Barcelona to a wealth of success, most notably in 2009, when the left-footer's team captured the Champions League, La Liga, and Spanish Super Cup titles. That same year, after two consecutive runner-up finishes, he took home his first FIFA "World Player of the Year" honor/Ballon d'Or award.Leading Barcelona to La Liga and Spanish Super Cup championships in 2010 and 2011, as well as the '11 Champions League title.<br />
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Messi embarked on an all-out assault on the record books in 2012. He became the first player to score five goals in a Champions League match in early March, and a few weeks later he surpassed Cesar Rodriguez's club-record 232 goals to become Barcelona's all-time leading scorer. By the end of 2012, Messi had accumulated an astounding 91 goals in club and international play.<br />
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He is a living legend with 4 Ballon d'Ors & 2 golden boots just at the age of 26...Haters Keeping Hating.<br />
<br />Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-86446648398323033312013-07-14T13:58:00.000-07:002013-07-14T13:58:21.769-07:00Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Aventador is Lamborghini's technology- and performance-packed flagship. Stupefyingly quick, aggressively angular and awe-inspiring in a deeply primal way, it's also more comfortable and refined than its feral predecessors.</div>
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Aventador's operatic and absurdly potent V12. Displacing 6.5 liters and boasting a lofty 8500 redline, this beast of a motor makes 691 horsepower and 509 lb-ft of torque at 5,500 rpm.When you couple that much power with the car's Haldex all-wheel-drive system, what you get is a zero-to-62 mph time of just 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 217 mph.The first, a start-stop system that shuts down the engine to save fuel at traffic lights or in stop-and-go traffic, is a supercapacitor-based system that's both lighter and faster to restart the motor than a traditional battery-based system. The second is a cylinder deactivation system that shuts down half of the V12's cylinders during light-throttle situations, temporarily turning the motor into a straight-six. When the driver lays into the throttle, the other six cylinders fire back up for full power.mileage of the inherently thirsty V12 - fuel economy is rated at 11 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the highway.</div>
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In the hands of its driver, the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 is a high-precision machine – spontaneous, direct and always reliable. The driver is also assisted by the latest electronic systems such as the incredibly sporty, adjustable ESP system. When it comes to passive safety, front, head-thorax and knee airbags play their part alongside the extremely stiff carbon-fiber cell.<br />
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Shifting duties are handled by a seven-speed single-clutch automated manual gearbox that Lamborghini refers to as a robotized Independent Shifting Rods (ISR) transmission. Capable of blasting from gear to gear in just 50 milliseconds.Helping transfer all 691 horsepower to the ground at all four corners are two different tires and wheel sizes - 255/35/R19 for front wheels and tires, with massive 335/30R20 wheels and tires for the rear. Stopping the big Lambo are 400x38m six-piston carbon ceramic brakes in the front, and 380x38mm carbon ceramic brakes in the rear.<br />
<br />Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-76588716160785706622013-07-14T13:20:00.000-07:002013-07-14T13:20:21.227-07:00Ferarri 599 GTO<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The 599 GTO is reserved for just 599 clients who seek the maximum expression of high-performance driving.the GTO's 6.0-liter V-12 is "about 90 percent of the 599XX's engine."<br />
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Internal friction was reduced by 12 percent compared to the GTB. Besides adopting the 599XX's crankshaft and intake system, the GTO V-12 has new connecting rods and pistons, raised 11.9:1 compression and the 599XX's lighter (and 8-decibel louder) exhaust—with catalytic converters, of course. The result is 661 bhp at 8250 rpm and 458 lb.-ft. of torque at 6500 rpm, which make the 599 GTO the most powerful road-going Ferrari ever.The 599 GTO can also perform multiple downshifts.<br />
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Internal friction was reduced by 12 percent compared to the GTB. Besides adopting the 599XX's crankshaft and intake system, the GTO V-12 has new connecting rods and pistons, raised 11.9:1 compression and the 599XX's lighter (and 8-decibel louder) exhaust—with catalytic converters, of course. The result is 661 bhp at 8250 rpm and 458 lb.-ft. of torque at 6500 rpm, which make the 599 GTO the most powerful road-going Ferrari ever.The 599 GTO can also perform multiple downshifts.<br />
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GTO include quicker steering, stiffer springs, a larger rear anti-roll bar and second-generation magnetorheological shock absorbers. But possibly the biggest difference are the 40-mm wider front tires, now up to 285/30ZR-20, versus the rears which have only increased in width by 10 mm, to 315/35ZR-20. The Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, with a compound developed specifically for the 599 GTO, also do their part.Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-64434626714060363412013-07-13T14:57:00.000-07:002013-07-13T14:57:02.202-07:00Mercedes Benz SLS AMG<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Additionally, Mercedes has created a hard-core, 622 horsepower variant called the SLS AMG for truly performance-focused drivers.Underneath its elongated hood, the SLS AMG features a 6.2-liter V8 that's incredibly responsive in addition to being one of the more operatic engines currently in production.For the new model year, Mercedes has tweaked the engine for an additional 20 horsepower, bringing the total up to 583 horsepower at 6800 rpm. Torque remains at 479 lb-ft at 4750 rpm.<br />
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A three-spoke flat-bottomed steering wheel finished in perforated nappa leather and four turbine-inspired air vents lend the cabin a bit of unique flair.The standard sound system is a six-speaker, 100-watt AM/FM/CD/DVD setup, but audiophiles will want to opt for the available 1,000-watt Bang & Olufsen upgrade unit with 11 speakers - including 250-watt subwoofers on the parcel shelves and two illuminated 50-watt tweeters on the dash. With six cubic feet of trunk space, the SLS AMG has enough room for a weekend getaway's worth of luggage.<br />
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All of that power is sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle.The SLS AMG is fitted as standard with vented and grooved disc brakes with six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers. Available as an option are enormous carbon ceramic brakes with rotors that measure 15.8 inches up front and 14.2 inches at the rear.Aside from steel A-pillars and a carbon-fiber driveshaft, the SLS AMG is constructed entirely from aluminum in the interest of weight savings.<br />
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Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-34190614803564369302013-01-21T15:58:00.000-08:002013-01-21T15:58:25.498-08:002012 MINI Cooper S Roadster (Review)<br />
It seems as though the brand is experimenting with gene-splicing in order to multiply the number of different models in their lineup. There are now seven Cooper models to choose from.The 2012 MINI Cooper S Roadster is one of the family’s two droptops, yet it’s not just a two-seater version of the Cooper Convertible.<br />
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The 2012 MINI Cooper S Roadster adopts the Coupé’s shape, but replaces the huge glass hatch with a conventional trunk. It shares the Cooper hatch’s wheelbase, length and width as well, but somehow looks much smaller. Inside, claustrophobics be warned: While available space is pretty similar, less glass and a lower roofline will make you feel encapsulated. Needless to say, rearward visibility is not great, just like in the Convertible.</div>
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The 2012 MINI Cooper S Roadster can also go fast. Its turbocharged 1.6L 4-cylinder spits out 181 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque and sounds like a Chihuahua with rabies. With the standard 6-speed manual, it can zip to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds.While the Cooper S Roadster is a hoot to drive, when you’re into more relaxed driving, the car isn’t; it always pushes you to punch the throttle to feel that extra burst of speed, and the ride is stiff over less-than-smooth roads. At 100 km/h, the engine spins at 2,500 rpm and fills the cabin with a fair amount of noise.</div>
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The 2012 MINI Cooper S Roadster can also go fast. Its turbocharged 1.6L 4-cylinder spits out 181 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque and sounds like a Chihuahua with rabies. With the standard 6-speed manual, it can zip to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds.While the Cooper S Roadster is a hoot to drive, when you’re into more relaxed driving, the car isn’t; it always pushes you to punch the throttle to feel that extra burst of speed, and the ride is stiff over less-than-smooth roads. At 100 km/h, the engine spins at 2,500 rpm and fills the cabin with a fair amount of noise.</div>
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The 2013 Lexus ES 350 has comfy leather furniture, too; like, really, really comfy. The seats here are heated, chilled, and so aromatic they leave their scent on your clothing.Add your favourite tunes to the sofa experience via a set of high-end headphones (or the 2013 Lexus ES 350 experience via the Mark Levinson stereo), and you’re on your way to the ultimate in tranquil isolation.<br />
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On smooth pavement, the ride in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 is whisper quiet and soft, with a touch of firmness around the edges. It’s gentle and forgiving, but doesn't make you feel like you’re riding along on a glob of Cool Whip. Only the soft hum of spinning tires and the occasional lick of wind disturbs the experience of being disconnected from everything around you -- though some rougher roads do invade the cabin.<br />
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The SV is a “show car” version of the MX-5, but it maintains all of the important ingredients that make the Miata great. The SV still sports the same nimble and agile chassis, responsive and quick steering, and peppy little engine.<br />
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Power is nothing without control (thank you, Pirelli). This is where the MX-5 could school most other so-called sports cars. The light-weight and rigid structure of the car is never overwhelmed by the power which is what makes the 2012 Mazda MX-5 so tractable. The 4-wheel disc brakes, although modest in size, are never strained. Pedal feel is good and easy to modulate. Steering, as I’ve noted, is direct and provides turn-in that was second to none in its price range (see 2013 Scion FR-S). The way all of the car’s mechanicals come together make the driver’s job impossibly rewarding.<br />
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The 2012 Mazda MX-5’s ride is good -- well, was good. The SV’s basic suspension setup is too soft for any type of real performance driving. I found out firsthand during our recently completed compact performance car comparo 2.0 that the car handles with finesse, however, it’s that level of on-the-road comfort that makes for a car that “suffers” from exaggerated weight transfers and body roll on the track. Let’s be clear: exaggerated for an MX-5, not for a 2001 Buick Century</div>
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Mazda has a gift that more often than not, provides consumers what they want; even if they did not know they had a hankering for it. Case in point: the Mazda MX-5. No one saw that one coming and for the last 20+ years, I've wanted one.The very popular Mazda3 is an example of Mazda providing the car buying public with a little bit of everything; it looks good, drives great, and is reasonably economical and affordable.<br />
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The 2013 Mazda CX-5 is another grand slam touchdown for Mazda. What consumers have been asking for is a compact family mover that's got style and dislikes fuel. Mazda has delivered. The new CX-5 is cute like a French bulldog all the while avoiding looking like a teenager's first car. By far, Mazda's newest crossover has the best integrated front family smirk-fascia of the entire line-up. What makes the CX-5 appealing are its rising beltline and short front and rear overhangs; it's a modern-day hit! </div>
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This technology is being touted to the world as the "future now." It represents a mix of weight-saving materials and the latest hi-tech wizardry for engines and transmissions The CX-5 and 3 are the first two products from Mazda to sport SKYACTIV-G engines. The CX-5's only offered mill is a 155-hp 2.0L 4-pot. Although low on power on paper, SKYACTIV reduces weight and friction and increases compression and efficiency, essentially allowing more of the engine's 150 torques and horses to make it the wheels. </div>
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After testing a Q3, Britain’s Autocar magazine noted that “You need to be careful where you use Efficiency mode...On our test route, the associated absence of any engine braking wasn’t always helpful on twisting descents,” which would require using the brakes more. On the highway, however, “for drivers who like to read the road as far ahead as possible and avoid unnecessary braking, [the Efficiency setting] would probably make for a worthwhile fuel-economy boost.” It’s another example of how tightening fuel-economy and emissions standards are forcing automakers to adopt all sorts of efficiency enhancers, even yesteryear solutions like freewheeling.<br />
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Q3 launches in Europe with a quartet of 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engines, two gas and two diesel. These, too, are familiar VW/Audi fare, though the U.S. has yet to see their Euro-standard fuel-saving engine idle-stop system. The base-tune gas engine makes 170 horsepower, its diesel counterpart 140. Both are sold only with front-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual transmission.Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-76422169185522102032013-01-20T15:45:00.001-08:002013-01-20T15:45:48.593-08:002012 Audi Q3The Audi Q3 weights 3,307 lbs and measures 4.39 meters in 14.4 ft, 6.0 ft in width, and 5.25 ft in height, while the luggage compartment offers 16.24 to 48.2 cu ft of capacity. The Q3 will be available with all the latest technologies, including the MMI navigation plus – a hard drive navigation system – and the Bose surround sound system, with handsomely illuminated woofers up front<br />
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The new Audi Q3 comes with a sportier and a more progressive design. The single-frame grille features tapered upper corners and continues with a dynamic curve of the engine hood. The front is dominated by wedge-shaped headlights available as a xenon plus version including LED daytime running lights and large air inlets. On the side the Q3 gets dynamic lines and muscular wheels, while the D-posts resemble those of a coupe.<br />
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The interior is defined by the same sporty lines as the exterior, but is also all about luxury. The driver and the front-seat passenger are encapsulates by the now famous brand’s large curve, while the dashboard with its horizontal layout comes with an optional color display (as large as seven inches diagonally) on the instrument panel is a first in the Q series.<br />
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Customers will have the possibility to choose from five interior colors: black, gray, beige, and two shades of brown. With regard to upholstery, there are three fabric designs and three leather designs. For the inlays, there are four optional versions – including open-pored larch inlays and new silvery aluminum inlays with supplementary wire mesh and a 3D look<br />
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The 2.0 TFSI will be offered in either 170 HP or 211 HP versions and will sprint the Q3 from 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds, while top speed will be 142 mph. The first diesel version will deliver 177 HP, and it will be followed by a 140 HP one, with an average fuel economy of 45.23 US mpg, when paired with a front-wheel drive system.</div>
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The TTS blends the original Bauhaus styling with Audi's current modern design theme and advanced technology. The coupe's spaceframe is 69% aluminum and 31% steel (roadster = 58/42%), with most of the steel in the rear to offset the weight of the engine and better balance the car. All TTS's are powered by a 265-hp TFSI turbocharged direct-injected 2.0-liter four-cylinder mated to a six-speed automatic S-tronic transmission.<br />
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The all-wheel drive quattro system has been customized specifically to the TTS for faster response time. Unique body treatments, 19-inch wheels and black brake calipers provide the visual differentiation from the TT and safety features include front, side and knee airbags, tire pressure monitoring, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes and stability control.Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-26842909609324850962013-01-18T10:44:00.000-08:002013-01-18T10:44:52.938-08:00Redesigned 2014 Mercedes-Benz E63<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We loved the 2012 Mercedes E63 wagon. It was a matte gray, five-passenger rocket ship, and we’d be hard pressed to find a better grocery getter or tire smoker. Our tester made 550 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque with the optional AMG performance package. It also made it to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds<br />
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The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E63 eclipses that mark by 0.6 second, an eternity when dealing with 0-to-60-mph sprint times. Output is up 27 hp on the AMG S-Wagon, while torque remains the same. The increase is made possible by modifications to the engine-management system, an increase in the peak injection pressure and a hike in maximum boost pressure from 13.0 to 14.5 psi.<br />
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Like the last model, the E63 has four driving modes: manual, comfort, sport and sport plus. In comfort mode, the vehicles stop/start function kicks in, saving precious fuel. Also in comfort mode, the car takes off in second gear. The E63 also features race-start mode, where the computer controls traction on launch. Three modes of ESP are offered: on, off and sport handling. In the sport setting, the torque-vectoring brake applies stopping power to selected wheels, helping drivers through corners. All AMGs come with high-performance brakes; the standard AMGs get white calipers, the S-Model gets red calipers<br />
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The new E63 gets a significant facelift for 2014. It now sports a new “twin blade” radiator grille and a silver or body-colored “A wing” that controls airflow. The headlights are redesigned into a semi-teardrop shape, with LED lights separating the high beams from the low. In back, the taillights also get new LEDs, and a modified shape.<br />
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The interior is typical Mercedes and AMG. High-quality materials are all around, along with accenting stitching and near-infinitely adjustable seats. Bang & Olufsen provides the 1,200-watt sound system with surround sound. The COMAND system controls all navigation, audio and drive-characteristic changesBryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-71524368917806905412013-01-18T10:05:00.002-08:002013-01-18T10:05:54.692-08:002014 Corvette StingrayThe 2014 Chevy Corvette is brand-spanking-new this week, but already its drop-top counterpart appears to have leaked to the web. We're glad to see it's looking sharp and dapper, but at the same time, we're bummed that the surprise has been ruined.<br />
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In the decades-long battle of the muscle cars, the rivalry between the Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang has taken another turn: for 2012, the Camaro sold more examples than the Mustang--but the difference was very, very small<br />
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Acura's new flagship sedan, the RLX, has finally been priced. Starting at just over $49,000 and running upward to about the $60,000 mark, RLX is far from the most expensive in its niche--but is it where you'd drop your money?Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-89117155108664728472013-01-18T09:45:00.001-08:002013-01-18T09:45:05.077-08:00Death Race 3 (Review)<br />
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A wealthy man of United Kingdom, Niles York, who wants to takeover Weyland Industries for the purpose of franchising a Death Race, he wants to introduce this race globally by purchasing some crumbling prisons across the world. The idea is to change tracks and locations around the world and of course more frequent races (at-least one race in 2 weeks duration). The character of Niles York is played by a famous and well-known actor Dougray Scott.<br />
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The starting race takes place in the hot desert of South Africa. A man, named as Frankenstein, is fighting for his freedom. After winning 4 successive races, he has been told that he will be released if he wins the fifth and final race as well. His team fully supports him in his mission for freedom. A female racer has been included for the first time in Death Race, which is a pleasant sign for Death Race movie.<br />
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Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-29394208825991139512013-01-18T06:34:00.000-08:002013-01-18T06:34:41.968-08:00Maximum Conviction (2012) ReviewMaximum Conviction, or “MaxCon” as it will henceforth be known, is another in a long line of recent Seagal films where the title combines two words that sound tough, but that mean nothing and have little connection to the actual film. It’s also another in a troubling line of films with lackluster fight scenes. As Seagal ages, his onscreen battles have become increasingly choppy and marred by editing. While in his early years his fights were fluid shows of martial arts prowess, in “MaxCon” they are filmed almost exclusively from the mid-torso up, and cobbled together out of dozens of quick shots that only encompass a move or two before moving on. The end result comes across as a jumbled, awkward, disappointing slap-fight.<br />
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These editing issues don’t stop with Seagal’s hand-to-hand combat scenes either. Gunfights, of which there are many in “MaxCon”, play out like this: there’s a shot of a man, framed from the waist up, firing a machinegun to the right. The next shot is a mirror image where another man returns fire, his machine gun pointing left. With no other establishing shots, you can’t help but feel that the two sides are directly in front of one other, blasting away, hitting nothing. It’s like a talking heads version of a firefight. Seeing just a slice of the action like this eliminates much of the tension and sense of action, making these moments boring and dull.<br />
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Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-21784229737659805702012-12-31T08:13:00.000-08:002012-12-31T08:13:10.290-08:00Yamaha R6 The first update to the Yamaha R6 came in 2001, giving it a newer fork, fully-adjustable shock and some minor styling changes among other small updates. The first major revamp of the YZF-R6 came in ’03. All-new styling highlighted the looks, while internally it received fuel injection and a slightly longer stroke to make it a full 600cc (was 599cc before). The chassis was further updated with an inverted fork and piggyback rear shock, plus more aggressive steering geometry. As a result the wheelbase was nearly a full inch shorter.<br />
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Revised again in ’06, the Yamaha R6 received another totally new look and more over-square bore and stroke, going back to 599cc, for higher engine rpms. Though, the raised rpm claim received much controversy, as Yamaha advertised and printed on the tachometer that the bike could rev to 17,500 rpm-plus. But when owners and magazines got the machine on the dyno it was more in the range of 16,200 rpm max, thus Yamaha issued a letter of apology and offered to buy back any new R6 motorcycles from unhappy customers. Very few were bought back and despite this controversy, the Yamaha R6 was very successful and extremely capable. 2008 saw a host of small changes to give it a bit more mid-range power via higher compression ratio, as well as getting Yamaha’s patented variable intake (YCC-I) and electronically-aided throttle (YCC-T) systems.<br />
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<br />Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-12489682782705178092012-12-30T15:50:00.000-08:002012-12-30T15:50:11.725-08:00Daniel Craig's, (Skyfall) Crosses $1 Billion Worldwide.Directed by Sam Mendes and marking Daniel Craig's third turn as 007, the movie reached the milestone Sunday when its worldwide tally hit $1 billion, by far the best showing of any Bond pic, not accounting for inflation. Skyfall has grossed $289.6 million domestically and $710.6 million internationally, becoming the highest grossing film in Sony's history and the first to jump $1 billion.<br />
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Skyfall continued to break records in the U.K. during the weekend, grossing $1.4 million for a total take of $161.6 million and becoming the first movie to ever cross the 100 million pound mark.Skyfall is the third movie of 2012 to cross $1 billion in worldwide ticket sales after Disney and Marvel's The Avengers ($1.51 billion) and Warner Bros.' The Dark Knight Rises ($1.08 billion). Including Skyfall, only 14 films have grossed $1 billion or more<br />
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Added Sony vice chairman Jeff Blake: “To see a film connect with audiences is always gratifying, but the success of this film is nothing short of extraordinary. After 50 years of entertaining audiences all over the world, Skyfall is the most successful James Bond film of all time.".<br />
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Prabhu Deva's future Bollywood Movie ABCD (Anybody Can Dance) is developing information for its original material. The film is likely to be the first 3D dance film in Indian, instructed by choreographer Remo D'Souza and created by Siddharth Roy Kapur<br />
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ABCD celebrities Prabhu Deva and Ganesh Acharya in key positions during a truth dance occasion and also has Dance Indian Dance champions essaying critical positions. The film has Prabhu Deva's signature music ''Humse Hai Muquaablaa' remixed in this film and Prabhu grooving to the number.<br />
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Prabhu Deva previously introduced in a Telugu film design (2006) . A film depending on a dance concept set in a truth display. So it'll be exciting to see how ABCD changes up. The film [Bollywood Movie ABCD ] is planned to launch on Feb 8 2013<br />
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"I am so sorry that I am a aspect of this community and lifestyle. I am so sorry that I am a man. I guarantee I will battle with your speech.Shahrukh signed up with other Bollywood individualities to grieve the loss of life of 23-year-old gangrape sufferer these days.<br />
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So far the characters which I have played have been very strong girls so I cannot play them in a relaxed way. I played them the way they were written. Bijlee is one of the most complex characters I had to play," Anushka told IANS."My character is saying something and means something else, you have to read between the lines. It is a complete dichotomy. For me, the way she (Bijlee) was, was not something which I could relate to naturally. I just could not relate to her. She is very vague and vain," she added.<br />
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"Vishal Bhardwaj's films are not obvious. That is what I had to learn. Human beings are flawed and he works in this grey area. When a film is not very verbose, it is the in-between spaces you have to fill, which becomes difficult, said the 24-year-old.Mentally it was draining. After a few days, I sent a message saying I don't think I can do this. Everything which I have done has been simple till now. Here there are too many layers. I would have spoilt it if I had played it linear," she added.<br />
<br />Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-83341097583768742582012-12-29T15:58:00.000-08:002012-12-29T15:58:59.020-08:00Resident Evil 6 Review : Not Better,But Bigger Than EverAt the heart of Resident Evil 6 are the game’s four campaigns and seven lead characters. Rather than weaving these characters and stories along a singular campaign, Capcom diffuses them across four individual threads, each with its own beginning and end. This singular choice defines everything about this game, highlighting both its greatest accomplishments and remarkable shortcomings<br />
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Yet it simultaneously attempts to be the largest, most action-packed entry in its history, betraying the aforementioned strengths. Lengthy firefights, driving sequences and other ill-conceived ideas grind the game's incredible moments to a halt. The result is something erratic and never sure of itself, delivering brilliance one moment and something far less interesting the next.</div>
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It’s hard to forget the first time you’re crushed by the relentless, beastly Ustanak, or watch a creature spew out C-virus gas in a crowded area, turning dozens of trapped human survivors into flesh-eating zombies. These moments come frequently, often serving as vivid, gory reminders of the game’s tense storytelling prowess.</div>
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Early on, different types of gameplay and tones of horror are established for each campaign. When the game’s design works within these core competencies, it is absolutely a great experience. The elimination of Chris’s team by an overwhelming, reptilian threat. Jake and Sherry repeatedly fleeing from the Ustanak. Leon and Helena surviving the ravaged Tall Oaks or uncovering the twisted secrets of an underground laboratory. Ada attempting to solve elaborate, convoluted puzzles in the belly of a submarine. These experiences stand apart from each other while remaining true to the beating heart of the Resident Evil franchise in their own unique way.</div>
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Over the past 15 years, Resident Evil has created its fear through one central tenant - you have guns and possibly allies, but the creatures you face are so powerful that none of these odd-eveners matter. The mutant and militant J’avo creatures more or less throw that out the window. Suddenly you’re engaging in firefights with soldiers that have machine guns, sniper rifles and rocket launchers - plus helicopters and tanks. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen some of these in a Resident Evil game, but it’s never been so pervasive.</div>
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Yet the layered narrative sometimes works against the gameplay. As the campaigns cross paths, the game forces players to replay sequences - including some lengthy encounters that really ought to be played once and only once. There is nothing gained from this repetition, as the only story revelations come from cutscenes and dialogue - not in-game action. A game that thrives on the stacked benefit of multiple perspectives manages to forget how that negatively impacts the actual experience of playing through encounters repeatedly.<br />
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Other online additions feel superficial, particularly compared to the vast scope of the core campaign. Mercenaries Mode returns, allowing ‘skill points’ earned in its time- and score-based gameplay to be applied to its own unique upgrades, or to the core campaign’s. Tying the two experiences together will certainly provide some incentive to some.<br />
<br />Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-86010920236871716732012-12-24T09:35:00.000-08:002012-12-24T09:35:42.675-08:00The Audi A5 Cabriolet<br />
It’s not the most athletic coupe or convertible in the class, but reviewers agree that the 2013 Audi A5 offers well-rounded performance, as well as sharp styling, an attractive interior<br />
The 2013 Audi A5 is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and while some reviewers mention that other coupes and convertibles have more power, they say that there’s still plenty that the 2013 A5 does right. Consumer Guide writes that the A5 is "still a luxurious and dynamically capable car.<br />
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When it comes to the Audi A5’s handling, auto writers agree that the A5 offers a ride that’s firm and sporty, though still fairly comfortable. One reviewer also comments that the A5 exhibited an impressive stopping distance in his brake tests. In the past, reviewers have mentioned that the A5’s steering felt overly light and artificial. For 2013, Audi has introduced a new steering system to address those issues. Few reviewers have commented on the new steering system, but those who have say the A5’s steering effort is light with a direct, linear feel.<br />
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The base A5 Premium comes with standard features that include tri-zone climate control, leather seats, aluminum trim, automatic headlights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a 10-speaker stereo with an auxiliary input jack, SD card slot, HD Radio and satellite radio. Audi’s MMI infotainment system and a 6.5-inch display allow you to adjust many vehicle, audio and climate settings. Unlike a growing number of cars in the class, features like Bluetooth and USB/iPod connectivity are optional. Audi’s iPod interface requires a proprietary cable, as a standard USB cable will not connect to the system<br />
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<br />Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-71056772463197347352012-12-21T15:25:00.000-08:002012-12-21T15:25:33.311-08:002013 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class <br />
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For 2013, all SLK models now come equipped with mbrace2 in-car technology and optional Adaptive Highbeam Assist. SLK350 models now come standard with features including heated seats, iPod/MP3 interface, remote-operated hardtop, Airscarf neck-heating system and a premium stereo with satellite radio.Fuel-saving Eco Start/Stop is also now standard on the 3.5-liter V-6.<br />
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A more shelf-like dashboard dominates the new SLK's two-seat interior; Mercedes says it used horizontal shapes to emphasize the car's width. A standard 5.8-inch center screen houses the stereo and optional navigation displays. The automaker says the SLK's glove compartment is 26 percent larger than its predecessor<br />
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The SLK250 uses a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, while the SLK350 has a 3.5-liter V-6. Mercedes says the SLK250 accelerates to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, while the SLK350 takes 5.4 seconds. Mechanical features include:<br />
Turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 201 hp and 229 pounds-feet of torque (SLK250)<br />
3.5-liter V-6 with 302 hp and 273 pounds-feet of torque (SLK350)<br />
SLK250 comes with a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic; SLK350 comes only with the automatic<br />
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The SLK is one of the shorter cars in its class. Like on the SLS-Class supercar, the SLK's grille sits low and well ahead of the headlights; a single chrome band divides it, with Mercedes' three-pointed star sitting front and center. Like many new luxury cars, the SLK uses LEDs in its taillights and daytime running lights. </div>
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Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5201768973796347361.post-18274436644380556222012-12-21T12:36:00.003-08:002012-12-21T12:36:55.891-08:00Audi a7 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Standard equipment includes 18-inch wheels, adjustable drive settings, automatic bi-xenon headlights, LED running lights, a power liftgate, automatic wipers, heated windshield washers, heated mirrors, a sunroof, cruise control, tri-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated eight-way power seats with four-way lumbar adjustment, driver memory functions, leather upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, the Audi MMI electronics interface system, Bluetooth and a Bose sound system with a CD player, satellite radio and an iPod audio interface.<br />
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The 2013 Audi A7 is another showcase for Audi's excellent supercharged 3.0-liter engine. Low-end power is abundant and readily available thanks to the responsive throttle and quick-acting eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine also sounds fantastic -- smooth with just a hint of snarl -- and returns respectable fuel economy as well.<br />
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The Cold Weather package available on all trims includes heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. The Audi Side Assist package includes a blind-spot warning system and a rear-end collision mitigation system. The Sport package adds special 19-inch wheels, summer tires, a sport-tuned suspension and a sport steering wheel with shift paddles. Bryan Haidenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05512807966636693623noreply@blogger.com0