Friday, October 05, 2007
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Arrive Alive...
Next time you are too drunk to drive:
Walk to the nearest pizza shop, place an order, and when they go to deliver it, catch a ride home.
Walk to the nearest pizza shop, place an order, and when they go to deliver it, catch a ride home.
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
BMW Announce Upcoming X Models...
BMW will be expanding their X-branded range from 2010, with the launch of the all-new X1. Setting its sights on upcoming pint-sized off-road offerings, the launch of the new car will take on Audi and Mercedes with their Q3 and BLK models as well as Ford's seemingly-upmarket Kuga. Existing four-wheel-drive vehicles such as Toyota's RAV4 and its market segment rivals will also be in the X1's eyeline.
Using the four-wheel-drive system of its X family sibling the X3, the new X1 will inherit its engines from the 1-Series range it is packaged around. A line-up of four and six-cylinder petrol pots will be available, while a range of crucial diesel engines will also be on offer.
Much like the forthcoming X6 model which BMW previewed at September's Frankfurt Motor Show, expect a concept car version of the X1 to surface before a production model.
Further future models announced
Also announced in the latest speech by the Chairman of the Board of Management at BMW AG, Dr. Norbert Reithofer, were a number of interesting tidbits hinting at the Group's future.
A Gran Turismo model based on the CS Concept Car shown at Shanghai this year has been given the green light for production, while a 'fundamentally altered' concept from that of the originally-planned space-functional concept will go ahead. Dubbed 'Progressive Activity Sedan' - a trademark recently filed for by BMW - the concept will showcase BMW's own interpretation of the sedan, capable of 'surprising you with intelligent features.'
Over at Rolls-Royce, a hard-top Phantom Coupe based on the 101EX Concept has been confirmed for production. MINI engineers on the other hand may very well be donning the wellies with the announcement of a new model in the 'sports activity vehicle' segment. Stay with us for all the details on these upcoming models.
Using the four-wheel-drive system of its X family sibling the X3, the new X1 will inherit its engines from the 1-Series range it is packaged around. A line-up of four and six-cylinder petrol pots will be available, while a range of crucial diesel engines will also be on offer.
Much like the forthcoming X6 model which BMW previewed at September's Frankfurt Motor Show, expect a concept car version of the X1 to surface before a production model.
Further future models announced
Also announced in the latest speech by the Chairman of the Board of Management at BMW AG, Dr. Norbert Reithofer, were a number of interesting tidbits hinting at the Group's future.
A Gran Turismo model based on the CS Concept Car shown at Shanghai this year has been given the green light for production, while a 'fundamentally altered' concept from that of the originally-planned space-functional concept will go ahead. Dubbed 'Progressive Activity Sedan' - a trademark recently filed for by BMW - the concept will showcase BMW's own interpretation of the sedan, capable of 'surprising you with intelligent features.'
Over at Rolls-Royce, a hard-top Phantom Coupe based on the 101EX Concept has been confirmed for production. MINI engineers on the other hand may very well be donning the wellies with the announcement of a new model in the 'sports activity vehicle' segment. Stay with us for all the details on these upcoming models.
Press Release
An abstract form the Speech of Dr. Norbert Reithofer
Here is an outlook until 2012:
We would like to confirm the announcement of the BMW X1. This model is going to complement the successful X family, together with the BMW Concept X6 presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Furthermore, we decided to manufacture a four-dour Gran Turismo based on the CS concept study showcased in Shanghai.
Another result of our strategy is that we will not build a space-functional concept. It will be replaced by a fundamentally altered concept. What I am talking about here is a new segment. We currently call the concept Progressive Activity Sedan or PAS in short. Expect this concept to introduce its own interpretation of the sedan and to surprise you with intelligent features.
As far as Rolls-Royce is concerned, we would like to confirm our plans for the third variant of the Phantom: a coupe. Moreover, we reevaluated and confirmed an additional Rolls-Royce model during our strategic review. It will slot in below the Rolls-Royce Phantom in terms of both size and price.
At MINI, we opted for a further model in the sports activity vehicle segment.
We will continue to extend the range of products under our BMW Motorrad and Husqvarna Motorcycles brands in the years ahead.
Further product decisions beyond the planning horizon until 2012 have been taken.
An abstract form the Speech of Dr. Norbert Reithofer
Here is an outlook until 2012:
We would like to confirm the announcement of the BMW X1. This model is going to complement the successful X family, together with the BMW Concept X6 presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Furthermore, we decided to manufacture a four-dour Gran Turismo based on the CS concept study showcased in Shanghai.
Another result of our strategy is that we will not build a space-functional concept. It will be replaced by a fundamentally altered concept. What I am talking about here is a new segment. We currently call the concept Progressive Activity Sedan or PAS in short. Expect this concept to introduce its own interpretation of the sedan and to surprise you with intelligent features.
As far as Rolls-Royce is concerned, we would like to confirm our plans for the third variant of the Phantom: a coupe. Moreover, we reevaluated and confirmed an additional Rolls-Royce model during our strategic review. It will slot in below the Rolls-Royce Phantom in terms of both size and price.
At MINI, we opted for a further model in the sports activity vehicle segment.
We will continue to extend the range of products under our BMW Motorrad and Husqvarna Motorcycles brands in the years ahead.
Further product decisions beyond the planning horizon until 2012 have been taken.
The Last Supper Trick...
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Tuesday, October 02, 2007
Creation of Man...
Eve chats with God. "Lord, I have a problem."
"What's the problem, Eve?"
"I know that you created me and provided this beautiful garden and all of these wonderful animals, as well as that hilarious comedic snake, but I'm just not happy."
"And why is that Eve?"
"Lord, I am lonely, and I'm sick to death of apples."
"Well, Eve, in that case, I have a solution. I shall create a man for you."
"Man? What is that Lord?"
"A flawed creature, with many bad traits. He'll lie, cheat and be vain; all in all, he'll give you a hard time. But he'll be bigger, faster and will like to hunt and kill things. I'll create him in such a way that he will satisfy your physical needs. He will be witless and will revel in childish things like fighting and hitting a ball about. He won't be as smart as you, so he will also need your advice to think properly."
"Sounds great," says Eve, with ironically raised eyebrows, "but what's the catch Lord?"
"Well ...you can have him on one condition."
"And what's that Lord?"
"As I said he'll be proud, arrogant and self-admiring.....so you'll have to let him believe that I made him first. And it will have to be our little secret........ you know, woman to woman."
The Creation of Women...
One day, after a near eternity in the Garden of Eden, Adam calls out to God, 'Lord, I have a problem.'
'What's the problem, Adam?', God replies.
'Lord, I know you created me and have provided for me and surrounded me with this beautiful garden and all of these wonderful animals, but I'm just not happy'
'Why is that, Adam?', comes the reply from the heavens.
'Lord, I know you created this place for me, with all this lovely food and all of the beautiful animals, but I am lonely.'
'Well Adam, in that case I have the perfect solution. I shall create a 'woman' for you.'
'What's a 'woman', Lord?'
'This 'woman' will be the most intelligent, sensitive, caring, and beautiful creature I have ever created. She will be so intelligent that she can figure out what you want before you want it. She will be so sensitive and caring that she will know your every mood and how to make you happy. Her beauty will rival that of the heavens and earth. She will unquestioningly care for your every need and desire. She will be the perfect companion for you.', replies the heavenly voice.
'Sounds great.'
'She will be, but this is going to cost you, Adam.'
'How much will this 'woman' cost me Lord?', Adam replies.
'She'll cost you your right arm, your right leg, an eye, an ear, and your left testicle.'
Adam ponders this for some time, with a look of deep thought and concern on his face. Finally Adam says to God, 'Ehhh, what can I get for a rib?'
The rest, as they say, is history.
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