My FH5 Log: Dark Horseman

Back in the Horizon Race-Off update a long time ago, I got my hands on the all-new, seventh-generation Ford Mustang and it's a just cause for me to drive one.

However, this wasn't the only all-new Mustang in the FH5 stable present. The dark side of the all-new Mustang has awakened.

Here it is, the dark side of the all-new Ford Mustang has awakened.

This is the first-ever Ford Mustang Dark Horse that I won in the Forza Horizon 5 Modern Horizons Wet Season playlist and with two versions of the all-new Mustang present, it's time for me to get to know about the dark side of the Mustang.

Following the arrival of the all-new, seventh-generation Ford Mustang, a more potent version called the Dark Horse was unveiled. Being a track-focused road car that rivals the Porsche 911 GT3, the Mustang Dark Horse's 5.0L Coyote V8 engine produces 500HP, making it the most powerful naturally-aspirated V8-powered Mustang ever made. It is mated exclusively with the TREMEC 6-speed manual gearbox with rev-matching and no-lift shifting. In addition to its track-focused dynamics, the Dark Horse features a Gen-3 MagneRide Damping System and Brembo brake system.

The Dark Horse is truly the dark side of the Ford Mustang. The normal V8-powered Mustang is already a great car, but the Dark Horse takes it to a whole new level. Its track-focused dynamics, including a Gen-3 MagneRide Damping System and Brembo brake system, make it an absolute beast on the track. I’ve tested both models and the Dark Horse has the superior handling of the two. If you’re looking for a Mustang that can handle the world’s most demanding tracks, the Dark Horse is the car for you.

To prove my point, I've summoned the normal V8-powered Mustang GT for a one-lap time attack outside the stadium amid foggy conditions. Let's find out if the Dark Horse really is the Dark Horse. Roll the tape.

And now, the results...

Ford Mustang '24 - 1m15.759s

Mustang Dark Horse - 1m14.575s

Just like that, the Dark Side prevailed.

The Mustang Dark Horse is the dark side of the all-new, seventh-generation Ford Mustang. With its motorsport know-how from its racing equivalents, this track-focused road car boldly shows its dark side on the asphalt.

Welcome to the Dark Side.

The Mustang Dark Horse proved its point but I still have a lot of experiments with it so...um...watch this space.

Let's Do The News! (June 21, 2024)

               

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Mayor Alice Guo denied the allegation that she was connected to the illegal operation of PGO in Bamban, Tarlac.

- According to the AFP, four Chinese warships were spotted 12 nautical miles from Palawan, issued by the corresponding "challenge" of the Philippines.

- Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Presidential Adviser on WPS Gen. Andres Centino said the incident in Ayungin Shoal was part of the invocation of the MDT with the US: To be accurate with the status of our soldiers, there was only one who got injured. Earlier reported, it was 7. - MDT has not been considered. Asked if the government intends to submit it to a higher international body: "No. If China wants to work with us, we can."

- UK PM Rishi Sunak says he is "incredibly angry" about Conservative election betting allegations and anyone who has broken rules will be "booted out" of the party.

- The US ambassador to China says the country is working hard to avoid conflicts as two sides are now talking more regularly to prevent escalation in the disputed South China Sea.

- India's government is accused of failing the education system after canceling an exam taken by nearly a million people.

- The Corvette C8 ZR1 will be unveiled this July 25th.

- Daihatsu reportedly resumes development of new vehicles while revising its product schedules. The company, which got washed by the certification fraud scandal last year, plans to launch the next-generation Move and a light commercial EV by the end of 2024.

- Polestar will expand operations in France, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Thailand, and Brazil in 2025.

- The Bugatti Tourbillon was finally unveiled. The Chiron replacement is the first Bugatti to be powered by an all-new platform and an all-new 8.3L naturally-aspirated V16 engine with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, producing 1800PS of power. It will do 0-100kph in two seconds and has a top speed of 445kph. All 250 units were fully booked, each costing 3.8 million Euros plus additional costs. Deliveries will take place this 2026.

2026 Bugatti Tourbillon

- Sony will skip but Xbox will participate at this year's gamescom from August 21 to 25.

- Boxer Ryan Garcia got suspended for a year and fined after positive PED tests.

- Actor Donald Sutherland passed away at the age of 88. Donald Sutherland, the father of actor Kiefer Sutherland, is best known for playing the tyrannical President Snow from The Hunger Games franchise.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (June 20, 2024)

              

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The AFP released footage showing the China Coast Guard brandishing knives, ramming ships, and using tear gas against Filipino soldiers. China says the CCG was "professional and restrained".

- Former PH Vice-President Leni Robredo will run for mayor in Naga City during next year's midterm elections.

- A magnitude 4.4 quake hits Lubang, Occidental Mindoro. According to PHIVOLCS, the 010km-deep quake was tectonic in origin. No aftershocks and damage are expected.

- The PH Department of Justice confirmed the CIDG arrest of former governor Pryde Henry Teves in Dumaguete City for his alleged involvement in terrorism. Teves' bail was set at 200,000 Pesos for his temporary freedom.

- Netizens are sharing photos of Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo in 2018 and 2017 where her friends congratulate her every August 31. Senator Loren Legarda warns the authorities to find the other "Alice Guo" following the deepening investigation into the character of Mayor Guo. She needs to watch out for the infiltrators who have entered the society.

- The UK Supreme Court ruled that the Surrey council should have considered the climate impact of burning oil drilled from new wells in Horley, which was a landmark ruling that could end all future UK oil drilling.

- An officer from UK PM Rishi Sunak's close protection team was arrested and suspended over bets on the general election date. Meanwhile, the Gambling Commission is looking into a second Conservative candidate for allegedly placing a bet on the election date. It comes after a different Conservative candidate, Craig Williams, apologized for placing an election bet last week.

- A recent investigation highlights abuses of students at the height of the Syrian civil war. Many of the most brutal cases took place in Aleppo between 2011 and 2013.

- Hundreds of people are reported to have died during this year's Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia as temperatures in Mecca exceeded 50 degrees.

- The live-action Oshi No Ko TV series will air this November 28th on Prime Video followed by its movie version this December 20th.

- Directors Danny and Michael Philippou stepped down from Legendary Pictures' live-action Street Fighter movie, citing schedule reasons.

- The Idol Star Athletics Championship will return for its 2024 outing this August after its absence last year.

- NewJeans member Hyein will partially resume activities with adjusted participation.

- Comedian-presenter Paolo Contis reportedly unfollowed Yen Santos on Instagram.

TTFN.

List of two-seater SUVs you CAN buy

The Land of the Oppas is one of the few places in the world where you’ll see two-seater SUVs. Most people think they’re just a myth, but they’re real! 

Two-seat sport utility vehicles are designed to be used both for business and outdoor purposes. In contrast to other sport utility vehicles, these vehicles consist of just two seats and an empty trunk. It could be said that the wall in the back is their third wheel. Despite their lack of creature comforts, they are surprisingly enjoyable to drive.

Here is the list of two-seater SUVs you CAN buy.

Hyundai Casper Van - The Hyundai Casper Van is the smallest and cheapest two-seater SUV you can buy. It starts at 13,750,000 Korean won, plus additional costs. It has a 1.0L Smartstream engine, a 4-speed automatic transmission, 14.3 km/L of fuel economy, and 940 liters of boot space. It has a 300-kilogram capacity, so it's a great option for both business and outdoor use.

Hyundai Casper Van

KGM Torres Van - The two-seater KGM Torres Van, priced at 26,660,000 Korean Won plus additional costs, strips away the second-row seating and replaces it with a wall behind the front seats and railings on the rear passenger doors, giving it 1,462 liters of boot space and 300kg capacity. It still comes with the 1.5L T-GDi engine producing 170PS of power while mated to an AISIN 6-speed AT.

KGM Torres Van

KGM Torres EVX Van - You've seen the petrol variant. Now here comes its EV equivalent, now in a two-seater variant. Just like its petrol-powered equivalent, the all-electric EVX Van, priced at 44,380,000 Won plus additional costs, strips away the second-row seating and replaces it with a wall behind the front seats and railings on the rear passenger doors, giving it 1,462 liters of boot space and 300kg capacity. Like the normal EVX, it comes with a 152kW electric motor with a 73.4kWh battery. The driving range is an average of 411km in one full charge.

KGM Torres EVX Van

Renault QM6 Quest - The Renault QM6, formerly sold Euro-wide as the Koleos before it was replaced by the sixth-generation Espace, still exists in South Korea and it's been facelifted for the third time. The recent minor change welcomes the two-seater Quest variant powered only by a 2.0L LPe engine that produces 140PS of power and has a fuel economy of 8.7km/L. Prices start at 30,700,000 Korean Won plus additional costs. The two-seater QM6 Quest strips away the rear seats for a wall and railings. As a result, it has 1,413 liters of boot space, less than the KGM Torres Van, and like most two-seater SUVs, it has a 300kg capacity.

Renault QM6 Quest

...and these are the two-seater SUVs you CAN buy. The next time someone says there's no such thing in the world as a two-seater SUV, tell someone to go to South Korea. The answer is all over from Seoul to Busan. Even Jeju Island.

Annyeong!

THREATS FROM NORTH KOREA: Kim backs Ukraine invasion as Putin visits North Korea

 

Kim Jong Un has said he "fully supports" Russia's invasion of Ukraine as Putin visits North Korea after 24 years.

The two leaders hailed ties between their countries after they held talks following Putin's overnight arrival

Putin received a red carpet welcome, including roses, waving crowds and ceremonial gunfire at a grand military parade.

The Russian president thanked Kim for inviting him to Pyongyang, and said he hopes the next meeting will take place in Moscow.

The two last met in Russia in September and vowed to strengthen military ties.

The US and South Korea accuse the North of supplying Russia with artillery in exchange for food and military aid.

Both countries deny this but Putin is in search of allies since the invasion of Ukraine turned him into a pariah in the West.

After North Korea, Putin will visit long-time ally Vietnam, where he is expected to discuss trade.

Source: BBC

Let's Do The News! (June 19, 2024)

             

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- PH Vice-President Sara Duterte has stepped down as Cabinet member, member of PH Department of Education, and Vice Chairperson of NTF-ELCAC. Around 1421 hours local time, the Malacañang issued a statement about her resignation from her posts, effective July 19, 2024, in order to focus on her position as the Philippine Vice President.

- The Department of Foreign Affairs slams China's "illegal and aggressive actions" in the Ayungin Shoal incident. The AFP has awarded a medal to Seaman First Class Jeffery Facundo, the navy personnel whose finger was amputated by China's harassment during the resupply mission at the BRP Sierra Madre.

- The PBBM administration declared July 17 to 23, 2024 as National Disability Rights Week.

- McDonald's withdraws its malfunctioning AI ordering software.

- SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket was launched from the Vandenberg Space Force Base.

- Chery signed a deal with JLR to license the Freelander brand for its new range of EVs.

- Fisker files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

- The all-new Bentley Continental GT will be unveiled this June 25th.

- The BMW X3 G45 was unveiled.

2025 BMW X3

- Petronas opens its first fuel station in Brazil.

- The recent Nintendo Direct presentation announced new games such as Mario & Luigi Brothership, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and more.

- Grand Theft Auto Online gets the Bottom Dollar Bounties update coming this June 25th.

- Meet the first wave of performers for the upcoming Inkigayo Live in Tokyo event.

- Former footballer Joey Barton apologizes to Jeremy Vine over defamatory comments and agrees to pay him £75,000 in damages.

- Baseball legend Willie Mays passed away at the age of 93.

- Regan Smith sets a new 100m backstroke world record during the US swimming trials at the rate of 57.13 seconds, beating the record set by Australia's Kaylee McKeown. Smith says she can do better in next month's Paris 2024 Olympics.

- Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested on the charge of driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in New York.

- Production of the new Game of Thrones spin-off series, titled A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, is underway.

TTFN.

Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2

Riley's emotions are back for another emotional rollercoaster ride as the megahit 2015 animated movie, Disney Pixar's Inside Out, is back for its second round.

Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2

Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2, the long-awaited sequel of the hit 2015 animated movie, welcomes back Joy, Sadness, Disgust, Anger, and Fear in their latest emotional rollercoaster ride as they braced themselves with new emotions as their host human Riley grows up. Yes, this sequel opens the doors to new emotions such as Anxiety, Embarrassment, Ennui (it means boredom), and Envy. Can you feel it with four new emotions joining Joy and the gang?

The movie captures the complex and relatable emotions that everyone, young or old, has to deal with every day. If you like the first film and you can relate to anxiety, this is a must-watch family film of the summer season. This is an emotional roller coaster ride, redefined.

Can you feel it now?