The "Touch Panel Audio" feature on the 2012 Suzuki MR Wagon/Nissan Moco

2012 Suzuki MR Wagon

2012 Nissan Moco

When we think about "touch screens", what goes on our mind? We are addicted to everything touchy. We often get hooked with our iPhones and iPod Touches because if it touches, it goes. How does a carmaker like Suzuki created the first "touch panel audio" exclusively on the new 2012 MR Wagon? It's simple, they want to create a feature so addicting that music lovers would love to "touch" it whatever they want. Despite the ugly exterior, both the new 2012 MR Wagon and its Nissan version, the 2012 Moco, provided one addicting feature that targets the music lovers. It's like the iPad minus the apps.

2012 Suzuki MR Wagon's Touch Panel Audio

Check out the video showing how does this "Touch Panel Audio" (タッチパネルオーディオ) work:

Wasn't that addicting to use the new "Touch Panel Audio" feature mounted on the 2012 Suzuki MR Wagon and 2012 Nissan Moco? Plug your iPod using the USB and this would be one heck of an enjoyment. Maybe this "MR" naming in the MR Wagon should have been called "Music Room" because of the addictive "Touch Panel Audio" feature.

Photo: Suzuki Motor Corporation, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

Youtube credit to user: aboutcar

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe (C204)

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe interior

Following with the minor change of the W204 C-Class, it seems that the C-Class based CLC-Class sports coupe is about to be replaced by the Benz's latest debutante, in celebration of the automaker's 125th anniversary. This is known to be the C-Class Coupe and it is essentially based on the W204 C-Class.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe is the sportiest member of the C-Class range, which consists of the sedan and estate and this would be the best addition yet because it targets the Cadillac CTS Coupe, BMW 3-Series Coupe, and the Audi A5. One thing's for sure, the new C-Class Coupe is not merely a good alternative to those two but it can be a good addition to your garage full of Benz models.

On the C-Class Coupe, there is a new generation of telematics attached as seen on the W204 C-Class Sedan and Estate minor change. This new telematics gain internet access everywhere this car goes. It works only if the car is stationary such as stop at the red light or parking. Also, the navigation system provides a 3D view of cities and it makes it more innovative and fun to use for those that are on the go.

The standard AGILITY CONTROL suspension sharpens the C-Class Coupe's cornering perfection and the three-link front axle, multi-link independent rear suspension does the help to make it more fun and agile to turn.

The C-Class Coupe offers a 4-Cylinder CRDi Diesel engine (available at the C220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY and C250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY), a 4-cylinder petrol engine (C180 BlueEFFICIENCY and C250 BlueEFFICIENCY), and a 6-cylinder petrol engine (C350 BlueEFFICIENCY). Most models do come with the idling stop function for enhanced fuel efficiency and some models do outfitted with the 6-speed MT, or the 7G-TRONIC transmission.

C63 AMG Coupe

2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe

For those who want to make it most out of their extreme lives, there is also the new C63 AMG Coupe. The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe is the suitable rival to the BMW M3, Audi RS5, and the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe. If that comes, this would be a grueling death match between those high-performance coupes. Under the hood, the C63 AMG Coupe carries the M156 6.2L V8 natural aspiration engine that produces about 457PS of power, top speed of 250 km/h, and 0-100km in 4.5 seconds. It is mated with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-Speed transmission that features a manual mode for smooth shifting at all comers.

My comment:


Mercedes-Benz finally get their portfolio right by replacing the criticized CLC-Class with the new C-Class Coupe to meet the demands against the Cadillac CTS Coupe, BMW 3-Series Coupe, and the Audi A5. If only CATS Motors bring the new C-Class Coupe to the Philippines soon...

Photo: Daimler AG

Remembering the "Arch Rivals"

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

Yes, both the Subaru WRX STi and the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution are both arch rivals but I surely miss those rides since I first encounter them in 2007 when both the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X and the third-generation Subaru Impreza WRX STi (GRB) emerged in the Japanese market and later landed in the world market in 2008.

Both of these are fun to drives but with ages pass by, I think I surely forgotten the Arch Rivals, even I still remember one wild card I've encountered last July 2010.

2011 Subaru WRX STi 4-door (GVB)

That was the Subaru WRX STi 4-door (GVB/GVF). It was in Japan since July 2010 and I'm impressed about this one. Turns out, this one's can be easily forgotten because of the incoming fourth-generation Subaru Impreza coming soon.

IKAW ANG PUGA!

Let's check out what happened at the June 4, 2011 episode of Banana Split:

- This just in at HOT ISSUE:

1) Krissy, ipagtatapat na ang katotohana sa relasyon nila dumano ni Sen. Cheez!

2) Binoy, Bea, Diet at cast inaabangang teleserye na Guns and Roses, may mga pasabog sa kanilang pictorials!

3) Bianca Manalo, sinagot na ang isyu na type niya ang co-host sa Happy Yipee Yehey na si John Prats!

4) BLIND ITEM: Beteranong aktor, diumanoy's bading!

- Wedding and honeymoon jokes

- Another Banana Split spoof of Happy Yipee Yehey's Ikaw ang Bida and this time, Bratty's looking for some "puga" for IKAW ANG PUGA! Come to Bratty!

IKAW ANG PUGA!

- Melai Cantiveros' tips to further understand to people using words you don't know on M3: MELAI MO MAGWORK! AAAAHHHHHH!!!!

5) If you are questioned and you can't understand, use a language he doesn't understand

4) If you are on a date but you can't understand, answer him with a "standard" answer

3) If you are not sure on the question, there's only one answer: MAYBE!

2) If you can't understand a question, make her repeat the question until she's exhausted!

1) If most were asked a question you don't know, think something out from them and don't hesitate acting like an idiot.

- Wedding dances

- A game of Just Draw It with Team Stressed and Team Relaxed!

* Be sure to check out I Lilly Lilly Like It Ryan Bang Party Party Hits!

I Lilly Lilly Like It Ryan Bang Party Party Hits!

Moshidora (2011 film)

Moshidora (2011 Film)

Peter Ferdinand Drucker (1909-2005) wrote a book that reveals the hidden truth behind the word "management" and how respectful company leaders read the book Peter Drucker wrote, gained potential in management.

Moshi Koko Yakyu no Joshi Manager ga Drucker no 'Management' o Yondara or MoshiDora for short, which translates to What if a Japanese Female Baseball Manager Read Peter Drucker's 'Management, is last year's best-seller novel highlights about a young teenage high school student named Minami Kawashima who takes place as the acting manager for the school's baseball team while her friend was sick. She's having a hard time managing a baseball team and she finds some help at the bookstore where she bought the "Management" book by mistake. It's a minor mistake for Minami because she was confused between the words "Manager" and "Management" at the same time. But then, something good happened to her after she bought the wrong book. The words and quotes of Peter Drucker's Management motivated Minami Kawashima and led the baseball team she manages to victory.

This best-seller novel spawned an anime version aired on NHK for 10 straight episodes and now, the movie version is now here and it stars AKB48's Atsuko Maeda as Minami Kawashima. Come to think of it, the best-seller novel that spawned both the anime and the live-action movie was an aggressive approach to bring Drucker's message to the viewers and inspire them the true meaning of leadership and one day, you will know what is the truth behind management and how you use it is up to you.

Atsuko Maeda's overall audience impact is somewhat a home run but the story stays true to the novel itself but with some minor changes happened. You can't tell what is the difference between the story from the MoshiDora novel, the MoshiDora anime previously aired on NHK since Spring 2011, and now Summer 2011's MoshiDora movie. Good to know that there are lessons learned and Peter Drucker Management quotes you may need to remember in order to be a successful leader in the future. Feel free to find out how does Drucker Management help you and what you can say about the inspirational MoshiDora.

DRUCKER IN THE DUG OUT! A JAPANESE BASEBALL GIRL MEETS PETER DRUCKER!

CAST:

Atsuko Maeda from AKB48 as Minami Kawashima

Haruna Kawaguchi as Yuki Miyata

Minami Minegishi as Ayano Hojo

...and others.

Official Site: http://www.moshidora-movie.jp/

Photo: Moshidora Film Partners

Nissan GT-R Spec V - Forza 3 Owner's View

Lexus LFA vs. Nissan GT-R at
Silverstone

A counterfeit NISMO GT-R RC
racing through the Nurburgring

Houki Shinonono itasha GT-R Spec V
(Godzilla smells like Tsubaki shampoo!)

Final Impressions: When I heard about Forza Motorsport 3's Hot Holidays Car Pack, which includes the Nissan GT-R R35 Spec V, it was like what was that and how can I get that? Now, with the Ultimate Collection in hand, I had the urge to grab Godzilla with my own hands. Wow, Godzilla is sure is hungry for opponents at Forza 3.

When modified and rightly decorated, the GT-R Spec V made it more like it was qualified at the FIA GT1 and whoever owns Godzilla has the right to modify and decorate any way they want. They can also create a replica of the Nismo GT-R RC or the GT-R racing machines as seen on the FIA GT1. Every GT-R mods are different and how to use it is up to you.

The GT-R Spec V is the Godzilla of all the Godzillas because of its performance and in Forza 3, modifying Godzilla is a trial and error process.

We're digging for jokes!

Let's see what we dug on the June 3, 2011 episode of "new" Lokomoko on TV5:

- Mine gags got the miners gone "mine"

- Another B.C. Bisihan episode where our Neanderthal pals created the "first"  footwear.

The first footwear

- More jokes from "Talentadong Family";

1) Paradise - Kasi kahapon naglalaro kami ng kumare ko ng mahjong, tapos hinahalo namin yung pitsa, tapos nahulog yung dice. Nagalit sa akin si kumare. Sabi ko "sus, PARADISE lang eh!"

2) Ano ang tawag sa saging na nasa stick? Bananacue! Sa kamote na nasa stick? Camotecue! Baboy na nasa stick? Barbecue! Kabayo na nasa stick? Carousel!

3) If they said "sige", Jojong Bingi said "sine".

4) Delicious - Inday! Duster yung ipapadala ko. DELICIOUS!

5) Delicacy - Kanina, nakita ko yung asawa mo natapilok! Nagmama-DELICACY!

6) Chairman - Yung aso ng kapitbahay, ang tapang-tapang. Siguro, CHAIRMAN shepherd yun.

7) Thirty-two - Don't touch that, that's dirty! Don't touch that also, that's THIRTY-TWO!

- One of Wanlu's puppets, Nicolo, asks more to the gang.

Nicolo speaks

- Another round of Whose Line Is It...Anyhow?! on the June 3, 2011 episode of "new" Lokomoko on TV5! Here are the lines;

1) We serve and protect! - Condom

2) Patay ka! Wala ka nang lusot! - Dead End

3) Ang dami niyong sumasawsaw! - Patis

4) Lagi na lang akong napagkamalang kulay! - Yelo

5) Lagi na lang akong laman ng dyaryo! - Tinapa

6) Deposito kayo ng deposito ayaw nyo naman mag withdraw! - Poso Negro

7) Tinalupan nyo na ako, dinidikdik nyo pa! - Bawang

"Hanggang saan aabot ang twenty pesos mo?"

Anything happened at the June 3, 2011 episode of Bubble Gang?

- Suppose your parents asked you at the table and you said you are unhappy with the college course you're parents enrolled you. What course do you want? We prefer these Bubble Gags as a course.

- There's no way Bureche can't get the balloon that high!

Bureche can't reach the balloon
that high!

- Well, looks like the dying deserved a special treat we called "Funeral Shower"

- Hanggang saan aabot ang twenty pesos mo? Bubble Gang does Selecta Cornetto by spoofing this commercial as Selesta Surenetto! Sarap ng twenty!

Bubble Gang does Selecta Cornetto!

- The two boys figuring out that selling sago and orange juice is harder than what they think.

Sago for sale

Orange juice for sale

- This news flash almost had it with their...almost had it!

- Witness a different kind of genre. It may be formerly known to be "Game Show Today" but now it is called "TALK SHOW TONIGHT!"

The dancers

Raymart from Caloocan

Menchie from Quezon City

- Iyotube in I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor!

- James Wang (guest star Jacky Woo) faces some interview problems

James Wang and the BBG reporter

The end of the 21st century Mara Clara

Mara Clara ending

Mara Clara ending

The Mara Clara ending is what everyone's been talking about since the original. It turned out to be one of the best endings ever experience since the 21st century Mara Clara aired on late 2010 as the remake of the classic 1992 drama that starred Judy Ann Santos and Gladys Reyes. By interest, two Goin Bulilit graduates, Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes were the 21st century Mara Clara fans loved.

On the final episode, fugitive Gary David (Jhong Hilario) kidnapped his wife Susan (Mylene Dizon) and Mara (Kathryn Bernardo) for torture until he wants Alvira Del Valle (Dimples Romana) back. Susan told the truth that she is pregnant to Gary and the whole lie was just protection so her child would not be just like that bastard. Before Alvira, Amante (Bobby Andrews), and Clara (Julia Montes) rushed to Gary David's whereabout, Nanay Lupe (Gina Pareno) persuaded them to keep Gary alive if they have the chance. While the three rushed through the warehouse, Gary begins the torture against Mara by placing her at the water tank to let her die. With Mara at the water tank, the two fathers showed up for their last showdown. The final showdown is on but Amante got pushed over by Gary. With all the struggles, Clara approaches to the water tank to save her rival Mara. With Mara OK, Amante survived the fall and the worse gets even worst when Gary's about to do some hard time against Alvira. He was about to kill her but Susan foiled her husband's evil plot. Gary's about to kill Susan but Clara took the bullet. With Clara took the hit, Susan stabbed Gary with a pipe she used earlier. The threat is over. The cops are here, and Nanay Lupe approaches to Gary, her son, and he said his last words before his untimely death (?).

At the mental correction, Clara encountered her father (again). Was Gary alive? Nah, that's just Clara's imagination because Clara's at the mental correction. Mara approaches to Clara and she told that Susan gave birth to a healthy child. There is still hope for the both of them and things are looking back to the way it was.

Now onto my final impressions, the 21st century Mara Clara was aired in late 2010 as part of ABS-CBN's new genre of reviving classic dramas with a fresh generation. Both Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are highly impressive pulling out what they got from them to satisfy fans. Even when the 21st century Mara Clara ended, the future of both Kathryn and Julia still looks bright indeed and we're looking forward for them what comes next for them. Thank you very much!

THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 SECOND SEASON Series

The IDOLM@STER 2 (日本名：アイドルマスター２) is already out now since late February 2011 and this game built the hype of the IM@S fandom Japanese otakus loved because of its perfect voice acting. It seems that The IDOLM@STER TV anime is almost ready to be aired on TBS this summer and before that anime comes, THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 SECOND SEASON Series is now here and those who are featured were actually unlockable characters after you cleared something at this game! Yep, that's right, we're talking about Iori Minase, Ami Futami, Azusa Miura, and Ritsuko Akizuki. A perfect addition to complete the whole IM@S 2 Master Artist 2 Series!

Let me recap first in case you forgot, in THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 FIRST SEASON Series, the selection consists of Haruka Amami, Hibiki Ganaha, Miki Hoshii, Makoto Kikuchi, Chihaya Kisaragi, Takane Shijou, Yukiho Hagiwara, Mami Futami, and Yayoi Takatsuki. Now on the SECOND SEASON Series, the selection consists of Iori Minase, Ami Futami, Azusa Miura, and Ritsuko Akizuki. Think you can complete them all before the IM@S anime debuts this July 2011?

SECOND SEASON 01 - Iori Minase (CV: Rie Kugimiya)

THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 SECOND SEASON 01 - Iori Minase

SECOND SEASON 02 - Ami Futami (CV: Asami Shimoda)

THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 SECOND SEASON 02 - Ami Futami

SECOND SEASON 03 - Azusa Miura (CV: Chiaki Takahashi)

THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 SECOND SEASON 03 - Azusa Miura

SECOND SEASON 04 - Ritsuko Akizuki (CV: Naomi Wakabayashi)

THE IDOLM@STER 2 Master Artist 2 SECOND SEASON 04 - Ritsuko Akizuki

Release Schedule:
SECOND SEASON 01 & 02 - May 25, 2011
SECOND SEASON 03 & 04 - June 22, 2011

Yumeiro Patissiere bids farewell...

Yumeiro Patissiere
DVD Vol. 1

Check out the scoop:

http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-06-02/yumeiro-patissiere-shojo-cooking-manga-ends-on-friday

Aw, looks like we're going to miss Yumeiro Patissiere because the author, Natsumi Matsumoto, told to her fans that YumePati is finished at Shueisha's Ribon magazine July 2011, on sale now. According to the article, Yumeiro Patissiere is declared up to 10 volumes since the manga debuted on 2008. It's about a young teenage girl named Ichigo Amano who attends to St. Mary Academy to perfect her baking skills with a little help from a spirit of sweets named Vanilla.

This manga was spawned into two anime series and it even has a video game under the title Yumeiro Patissiere My Sweets Cooking at Nintendo DS.

Looks like we're going to miss the delicious cakes and desserts offered on this anime. orz

With the manga ended, we're still waiting when will English versions of this manga come out soon!

New Lancia Ypsilon

2012 Lancia Ypsilon

If you remember the game Gran Turismo 2 from the PSOne, chances are that you remembered Lancia's compact car known as the Y (it's full name was Ypsilon). The Lancia Y is a compact car that succeeds the Autobianchi Y10 from Italy, which the name Lancia Y10 was used in other European countries. By 2003, the Lancia Y underwent its first full model change and now adopting its full name "Ypsilon" while retaining its 3-door look and it is essentially used the Fiat Punto's platform. European women are the target customers for the Ypsilon because of its compact sizing. At the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, Lancia's gone full force and henceforth unveiled the second full model change of the Lancia Ypsilon with a twist. What's the twist happening to the new Ypsilon? It's simple, the all new Lancia Ypsilon is now a 5-door hatchback. The reason how did the all new Lancia Ypsilon became a 5-door model is because of the secret rear doors attached to it.

2012 Lancia Ypsilon

Despite the addition of two doors, the new 5-door Ypsilon is now heavily inspired from the Lancia Delta, making it the Delta's "mini me" because of the design cues and the first to come with Lancia's new trademark grille. While the previous Ypsilon is targeted for young females, today's 5-door Ypsilon is now heavily targeted to young adults at all genders. This could be a decent competitor to the Nissan March/Micra K13, third-generation Toyota Vitz/Yaris, Chevrolet Spark from GM Korea Company, Citroen C3, or the second-generation Kia Morning/Picanto. A different premium comes around and stays around on the new Lancia Ypsilon 5-door.

2012 Lancia Ypsilon interior

At the center of it all, the new Ypsilon's interior possess a top-notch balance of style and comfort. Conveniences can come at different sizes and the new Ypsilon packs the best interior design when it comes to choosing the right European compact car fit for everyone's personal preferences. Which reminds me, the new Ypsilon interior looks somewhat similar to the Alfa Romeo Giulietta but the new Ypsilon's interior is classified to be premium and it packs a premium blend of charm and wit.

At the beginning, the new Lancia Ypsilon 5-door packs three engine types such as the 0.9L Twin Air 85PS engine, 1.2L 69PS engine, and a 1.3L Multijet 95PS diesel engine. Most of these engines are equipped with the idling stop function that automatically shuts off the engine when stationary. Before you say please, it comes with a 5-speed manual transmission so don't be shocked why did this city car come equipped with a stick shift because the customers demanded it to be more fun to drive, clean, and economical. No wonder the new Ypsilon is classified as a city-class compact.

My Comment:
The Ypsilon of yesteryears was just a three-door compact but today's Lancia Ypsilon is now essentially became a 5-door compact car that rocked the world since its Geneva premiere. The reason how did the new Ypsilon started with just 5-doors remains a mystery for now but for the fun of it, this looks more like a Giulietta junior to us but ready to beat up the Chevrolet Spark for good.

Photo: LANCIA Automobiles - Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A.