i have no clue where this is; however, it obviously appears to be run by man-power. Perhaps it's just me, but the whole idea seems quite unsettling. How the heck do they expect me to enjoy my twisty cone while offering the blonde next to me some curly fries when some guy keeps leaping onto our cart killin the mood? while I'm on the topic, who likes grape kool-aide anyways?????

The first is a nice fluff piece from NBC’s Toady Show in which Matt Lower asks Robert Kennedy Jr. how his father is doing.  It can be seen here.  Enjoy.

The second is the famous Joe Biden gaffe in which he asks wheel chair bound Missouri State Senator Chuck Graham to stand up.  After realizing what he has done, he has the crowd scoreboard the poor guy by standing up ‘in his honor’ and showing him how good all of their legs are working.  See it here, and please cast your vote for the one that is most uncomfortable.

Thanks.

here's something i wrote for english:

My name is XXXXXXX XXX and recently became a Nissan customer by purchasing a GT-R (with performance package option) four days ago. I was extremely pleased with your flagship sports car until, forty minutes after I left the RUSNAK Exotic Auto of Hollywood, I arrived back to my estate. As I prepard to stop and exit the vehicle, I depressed the brake pedal; but the GT-R merely lessened in velocity instead of halting. I panicked in terror as the car reaped through the rear garage wall and slowly, yet persistently, drew near an oak tree.

I exited the GT-R and immediately contacted my local fire department to evaluate the wreckage. After a thorough examination of the car, it was concluded that the rear right wheel was not installed with a brake. THis possibly fatal mistake completely depleted my confidence and respect for your company. I shall expect full reimbursement on the cost of the vehicle, the repair of my garage, the amputation of the voilated tree, and for my emotional unrest. Your rapidity on settling this error would allow this case to be resolved out of court.

The wall is from LotR: SBG scenery set.  The boards are popscicle sticks, the stake is a toothpick, the head is from a GW zombie sprue, the base is a GW chariot base, the wheel is from a chariot, and the little spear is from a retro Lizardman.

I went there and had a look in early February and work had pretty much come to a halt because of lack of funding. There was still no funding, so nothing much had happened since i saw it last. But this time i went down into the hold, which i hadn’t done before, and got a closer look at what was down there... Read more at http://SnapAndScribble.com »

Demand for hybrid cars has sharply grown over the past three years, as pump prices continue to surge and eating a considerable part of the household budget.

Hybrid cars may not be the complete solution to rising oil prices but they are very economical, as they rely more on electricity instead of gas for power. For 2006, business conditions have remained turbulent. The current crisis in Israel and Lebanon will likely have an adverse effect on oil markets given that they are very near the world’s top oil producers.

Other issues that will keep gas prices high include China’s demand, terrorist attacks on refineries and volatility in stock markets. Is 2006 finally the right time to jump on the bandwagon for hybrid cars? For 2006, the top Japanese car makers Honda and Toyota have released an impressive line of hybrid cars that have been updated to conform with the demands of the daily driver.

The hybrid cars for 2006 promises more power behind the steering wheel but gas consumption will be comparable to a child guzzling a bad-tasting cough syrup.

Honda 2006 Accord Hybrid

The new Accord Hybrid from Honda is 4-door sedan ideal for families with 2-3 kids. This car comes in two trims and 5-speed automatic transmission. Overdrive option is standard equipment. For those that enjoy long and leisurely rides, Honda is offering a Accord Hybrid equipped with a Navigation system.

Both trims are powered by a standard V6, 3.0-liter, 253-horsepower engine. The Accord Hybrid is capable of 25-mpg in city driving and 34-mpg in highway driving.

The Honda Accord Hybrid is well suited for the highways and boasts of excellent responsiveness and outstanding acceleration.

Initial impressions

The 2006 Honda Accord Hybrid has been criticized for its disappointing fuel economy but lauded for its outstanding performance especially in fast-driving. The car battery used in the car is relatively low in power and supposed does not effectively maximize the hybrid technology unlike rival models.

Some users have also been critical over the “rough” automatic transmission shifting between gears and poor flawed synchronization between engine and battery.

Honda 2006 Civic Hybrid

The new Honda Civic Hybrid is a 4-door sedan ideal for small families. The vehicle comes in two trims namely the the CVT AT-PZEV w/ Navigation System and the CVT AT-PZEV

A standard I4 1.3-liter 110-horsepower hybrid engine powers the 2006 Civic Hybrid car. This model has the capability to run 49-mpg in city driving and 51-mpg in highway drives.

Initial impressions

The 2006 Civic Hybrid car is a top-notch performer especially for who are looking for the perfect driving experience. The interior has been lauded for its attractive lay-out and design. Gas consumption is exceptional, as delivers near or slightly above its specifications.

However, the 2006 Civic Hybrid has been criticized more on its ambitious despite. The digital speedometer is a nice new touch but can be distracting especially during night drives. The Civic Hybrid only comes with rear drum brakes, which is disappointing considering that the Civic has been named car of the year.

The hand brake is also placed on odd location and will be discomforting for those with large thighs. The 2006 Civic Hybrid is a “driver’s car” and will perform best when used in the highways.

2006 Toyota Prius

Updated for 2006, the new Toyota Prius is a 4-door sedan, ideal for small families. This hybrid car only comes in one trim has a 4-Door Liftback.

The 2006 Toyota Prius is powered with by a standard I4, 1.5-liter, hybrid engine running 110-horsepower. In city driving, the Prius can achieve 60-mpg and 51-mpg in highway driving.

Initial impressions

The Prius features a spacious interior that can easily fit small families. Ideal for pedestrian drivers but those conscious with performance should stay away, as acceleration is slow. In addition, consumers have also been disappointed over the inability of the car to reach its advertised consumption and high price. For those tht want to save the world the Prius is great but look the other way if you want to save money.

Maya, la ilusión..
I dreamed I was dying, as I must often do... stay alive...

Un bloqueo en comunicar, electrifica y mata mi esencia y se me cierra la garganta y se me quema el estómago, por un futuro incierto y un presente débil.
In need of purpose, a clear passion, someone to talk to and elevate the self; is this being true? What is truth? But a series of games we think with our vicious mind that prevale and make the Wheel continue turning.
Entiendo ahora como esas pasiones terrenales conducen al sufrimiento y confusión, así que qué hacer? Que dejar de hacer? Qué ser? Qué es ser? Quién es? Yo, o un impulso dentro? O simplemente una cadena de pequeñas acciones y no acciones que juntas dan y dejan impresiones. A veces me apresuro… y no lo vivo… apareces justo ahora cuando estoy débil. Porqué? Tal vez porque eso hacía falta, ya no cuestionarme.

The online Performance Repair Tool Store features the ability to access popular searches as well as the ability to easily locate the exact tool needed for any auto repair task. This new venture from Automotix is being managed by the Wilmar Company, one of the leading distributors of professional and promotional hand tools in North America.

Thanks to this partnership between Automotix and the Wilmar Company, consumers can benefit from these high quality tools and the knowledge that their purchase will be protected for the lifetime of the performance repair tool. It has never been easier to find performance repair tools and this kind of peace of find.

The new online Performance Repair Tool Store at Automotix can be accessed by visiting: http://www.automotix.net/repairtools/

About the Company: Automotix.net is striving to build one of the largest used auto and parts communities on the web and their unique method of connecting buyers and sellers promises to do just that. Their name, which is short for Automotive Exchange, really says it all. From simple used auto body parts on common cars to the rarest wheel rims for the rarest fine automobiles, you'll find everything you need, all in one place.

Contact:

Frank Shick
Automotix.net
Mission, KS

          It’s fun and amazing to encounter the fun world. And riding in a breathe taking Ferris wheel is different. My first experience is when I was in high school. I forced my self to ride. So, that I will not be afraid of heights. It was hard for me to try, but I did.

          What I felt that time is nervousness and of course I’m scared! What really exciting is when the big wheel reaches the top, I close my naked eyes so that I can’t see everything. When the wheel is going down, Oh my Gosh! It’s terrible! I felt like I fall from heaven and ready to die.

          I can hear for my self is crazy shouting out loud. I can’t move my body, because the chair is swaying. The people who are riding are yelling out loud.

          Whoa! What a damn experience of mine! Well, I only try, see? I never hurt. What I learned is I try and enjoy, you have nothing to loose. What important is you see for yourself that you are strong to face the best test in life.

shaping and molding me
I want to jump off of that wheel
painful is the process to me
but you know his love holds me still

in the potter's hands
he is working out what is best in me
in the potter's hands
he is working out what I can't see

One day all will be finished
and then perhaps we will see
I was in the potter's hands
because he loved me.

"No one calls on your name or strives to lay hold of you; for you have hidden your face from us and made us waste away because of our sins.  Yet, Oh Lord, you are our father; we are the clay, and you the potter, and we all are the work of your hand" Isaiah 64:7,8

I think in a way its revolutionary. For a long time I have sought the balance that would give my craft more focus and time to develop and its finally here.

Wow. What a blessing.

McLaren F1 is powered by 6.1 litre, quad-cam, 48-valve V12 engine, which produces a peak power of 627 bhp and can attain a maximum speed of 240.14mph. Some of the salient design features of McLaren F1 are: Central driving position, ground-plane shear suspension geometry, intelligent brake cooling, and fan-assisted ground-effect aerodynamics.

McLaren F1 Specifications

Performance
Top Speed	386/240.1	km/h / mph
0-60	3.2	s
0-100	6.3	s
0-150	12.8	s
0-200	28	s
1/4 mile	11.1	s
@	222 / 138	km/h / mph
Standing km	19.6	s
@	285 / 177	km/h / mph
Powertrain
Type Number	S 70/2
Cylinder Arrangement	V12
Cylinder Angle	60	degrees
Power Output	461 / 627	kW / PS
@	7500	rpm
Max. Torque	651 / 480	Nm / lb.ft
@	5600	rpm
Engine Capacity	6064 / 369.9	cc / in3
Valves/Cylinder	4
Bore	86.0 / 3.38	mm / inches
Stroke	87.0 / 3.42	mm / inches
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Ignition system	Transistorised system with twelve individual coils
Induction system	12 single throttle valves, carbon composite airbox
Valvetrain	Chain driven double overhead camshaft with continuosly variable inlet valve timing.
Engine Block	Cast aluminium 60 deg V12
Cylinder heads	4 valves per cylinder cast aluminium alloy
Flywheel	Aluminium
Cam Carriers/Covers	Cast magnesium
Lubrication System	Dry sump magnesium casting with scavenge pumps and one pressure pump
Fuel	95-98 RON unleaded
Oil	5W40/10W60
Cooling System	Twin aluminium water radiators and oil/water heat exchanger.
Fuel system	Flexible safety fuel cell with in-tank high pressure pump
Electrics	12V system with high capacity battery & 160 amp alternator;Chassis ECU, Engine ECU, DC/DC converter for heated glass
Transmission	Transverse unit with high speed bevel gears and spur final drive
	All synchro constant mesh 6 Speed
	Limited slip differential
	Fan assisted air / oil radiator - pumped lubrication system
1st Gear Ratio	3.23/8.7
2nd Gear Ratio	2.19/12.7
3rd Gear Ratio	1.71/16.7
4th Gear Ratio	1.39/20.0
5th Gear Ratio	1.16/24.0
6th Gear Ratio	0.93/30.0
Final Drive Ratio	2.37:1
Clutch	Triple plate Carbon/Carbon
	200mm (7.87") diameter
	Remote actuation (hydraulic)
Steering	Unassisted rack and pinion
	Two turns lock to lock
Chassis
Front Suspension	Double wishbones, Ground Plane shear Centre sub-frames, light alloy dampers/ co-axial coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension	Double wishbones, inclined Axis Shear mounting system, light alloy dampers/ co-axial coil springs, toe-in / toe-out control links
Front Tyre	235/45 ZR 17
Front Wheel	9 x 17	inches
Rear Tyre	315/45 ZR 17
Rear Wheel	11.5 x 17	inches
Front Calliper Type	4 pot monobloc light alloy calliper
Rear Calliper Type	4 pot monobloc light alloy calliper
Front Brake disc Type	ventilated
Rear Brake disc Type	ventilated
Front Brake Disc diameter	332 / 13.07	mm / inches
Rear Brake Disc diameter	305 / 12	mm / inches
Front Brake Disc Thickness	32 / 1.26	mm / inches
Rear Brake Disc Thickness	26 / 1.02	mm / inches
Turns Lock-to-Lock	2
Parking Brake	Automatic computerised control system
Brake Cooling	Automatic computerised control system
Turning Circle	13 / 42.7	m / ft
Body
Length	4287 / 168.78	mm / inches
Width	1820 / 71.65	mm / inches
Height	1140 / 44.88	mm / inches
Wheelbase	2718 / 107.01	mm / inches
Front Overhang	970 / 38.18	mm / inches
Rear Overhang	599 / 23.58	mm / inches
Front Track	1568 / 61.73	mm / inches
Rear Track	1472 / 57.95	mm / inches
Luggage Capacity - 2 occupants (VDA)	283 / 10	litres / cu ft.
Luggage Capacity - 3 occupants (VDA)	227 / 8	litres / cu ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity	90	litres
Kerb Weight	1140 / 2513	kg / lbs
Weight Distribution	41.2/58.8	F/R
Drag Coefficient	0.32
Aerodynamics	Full underbody air management (fan assisted). Driver selectable high downforce mode. Automatic brake  and balance aerofoil system.

]]> http://carhistory4u.wordpress.com/?p=6 Sat, 20 Sep 2008 16:44:14 +0000 Sushant http://carhistory4u.pl.wordpress.com/2008/09/20/ferrari-f1-2000/ Ferrari F1-2000 racing car was designed by Rory Byrne for the 2000 Formula One season. The distinctive features of Ferrari F1-2000 design are the raised front end and the clean lines of the rear. The main technical innovations introduced in Ferrari F1-2000 were the lowering of the centre of gravity and the use of new materials.

Ferrari F1-2000 Specifications

Engine

• Type: 3000 Ferrari
• Number and arrangement of cylinders: V10, die-cast aluminium
• Distribution: pneumatic
• Unitary and total capacity: 2,997 cm3
• Number of valves: 40
• Max. power output: over 770 hp
• Fuel feed: Magneti Marelli digital electronic injection
• Ignition: Magneti Marelli digital electronic injection
• Lubrication: Shell

• Wheel drive: rear
• Gearbox: longitudinal semi-automatic sequential electronically controlled gearbox.
• Differential: limited-slip

• Type and material: carbon-fibre and composite honeycomb
• Front suspension: independent, push-rod activated torsion arms
• Rear suspension: independent, push-rod activated torsion arms
• Brakes: ventilated carbon fibre discs

• Length: 4,397mm
• Width: 1,795mm
• Height: 959mm
• Wheelbase: 3010mm
• Front and rear track: 1490/1405mm
• Weight with water, lubricant and driver: 600kg
• Wheels: 13" (front and rear)
• Tyres: Bridgestone

The german firm "AC Schnitzer" is well know for it's beautiful accessories for the BMW models.
In co-operation with WP Suspension, the german firm developed a BMW R1200GS in the colors OF WP Suspension.
The Bike has the electrical adjustable EDS system mounted in it's frame.
It also features special parts of AC Schnitzer, like:
AC Schnitzer side cover
AC Schnitzer front mudgard (carbon)
AC Schnitzer cockpit trim
AC Schnitzer V-Performance wheels (3,5/5,5 x 17")
AC Schnitzer Remus Revolution silencer
AC Schnitzer connection section without pre-silencer
AC Schnitzer cover cap

The power and torque generated by Tucson are amazing at 112 Ps & 25 kgm respectively at as low as 2000 rpm. The 5-speed transmission of Tucson demonstrates a smooth & dynamic performance and is high on durability & convenient on maintenance.

Tucson has an electronic 4-WD system that runs the car in front wheel drive (2 WD) during regular driving but when the driving condition changes, there is an automatic delegation of upto 50% of power to the rear wheels. This system has superior fuel efficiency as compared to mechanical 4-WD system.

The front McPherson Strut Suspension and the Multi Link Rear Suspension of Tucson ensure a smooth ride on bumpy, pot holed roads.

The Elantra petrol engine features multi-point fuel injection and comes with a state-of-the-art microprocessor for precise fuel delivery, making it more fuel-efficient and more environment friendly.

2.0L Turbo Intercooled CRDi Diesel engine meets latest EURO III norms combines performance and handling of a petrol engine with the fuel efficiency of a diesel, delivering an unbelievable 112 ps of power and 25 kgm of torque.

Hyundai Elantra is equipped with latest safety features such as Electronic Brake Force Distribution System (EBD), Passenger Presence Detector (PPD), Traction Control System (TCS), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assistance System (BAS), and Energy Absorbing Collapsible Steering Column.

Hyundai Elantra is available in three variants - Elantra GT, Elantra GLS, Elantra CRDi.

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Let me set the scene – it is a car race and one of the cars looses a wheel which begins to travel by itself down the race track. It could be a disaster, but as you’ll see it is far from it.

Enjoy.

Play the bounce game for 500 quick points and you get only 25 coins :(