2012 Opel Astra GTC tuning by Steinmetz

Steinmetz Astra GTC

Despite the Astra GTC not yet out of the market before January 14, that doesn't stop a tuner company, Steinmetz, from modifying the Astra GTC into something hotter. The Steinmetz Astra GTC features a lowered suspension, front grille, black grille, sports exhaust for added performance, 19-inch rims, embroidered carpets, stainless steel sill plates, and a digital gear indicator.

Scoop: http://www.worldcarfans.com/111120538773/opel-astra-gtc-by-steinmetz

New Opel Astra GTC

2012 Opel Astra GTC

The GTC is always a fan favorite for the Astra fan and the all new Opel Astra GTC is no exception for the enthusiast who want a three-door hatchback that competes against the likes of the Volkswagen Scirocco and the Renault Megane Coupe.

The new Opel Astra GTC has no relation to the current generation Opel Astra and Opel Astra Sports Tourer because this new model comes with an unique design that stays true to the 2010 GTC Paris concept. According to Mark Adams, Vice President of Opel/Vauxhall design, the Opel Astra GTC wants to be the ultimate expression of Opel's design philosophy but they didn't want emotion to slip past against functionality. With this, the new GTC features a dramatic styling that makes it more aggressive enough to feel what it means to be a three-door hatchback.

From the equally dramatic exterior, the same Astra interior comes into play. Customers who are with the Opel Astra GTC Edition may get features like Active-safety front seat head restraints, CD 400 CD/MP3 CD player with stereo radio, Digital Audio Broadcast stereo receiver, and USB connection with iPod control. For the Astra GTC Innovation, the flagship variant, they may get most of the features from the Sport variant but with added extras such as Sports front seats and Multi-function trip computer.

Most variants come with a standard 6-speed manual transmission, which is great for the the enthusiasts who love to drive cars with three pedals on it. Anyway, the GTC offers a choice of engines such as the 1.4i 16v VVT Turbo, 1.6i 16v Turbo, 1.7CDTi 16v, and 2.0CDTi 16v engine. Most variants, except the 1.6i 16v Turbo, come with the idling stop system that allows the engine to shut off automatically when stopped at the red light, making it essential to reduce emissions.

It comes with 9 exterior colors; Schneeweiß, Sunny Melon, Powerrot, Graphitschwarz, Argonsilber, Karbongrau, Silbersee, Fresh Mint, and Mineralweiß.

My comment:
This new Astra GTC looks great enough to enjoy some Saturday night in downtown London. With such dramatic styling cues, impressive performance, and stunning interior, this maybe a good alternative to the Volkswagen Scirocco and the Renault Megane Coupe.

Turby - An unfamiliar looking Hyundai...

If you spend hours playing Gran Turismo 5, chances are that when you stop by the Used Car dealer, chances are that you'll see a Hyundai that is somewhat not familiar with unless if you're playing in South Korea. That car is the Hyundai Tiburon Turbulence. Uh, I don't know what car is this, I really don't know what car is this, no one knows what car is this, I don't want to know because this is a Hyundai and Hyundai has a very low reputation on sports cars.

Stig and Turby

Codenamed RD2 and nicknamed by most Korean enthusiasts as "Turby" the Tiburon Turbulence is the updated version of the Tiburon sports car that was launched in 1996. Launched in 1999, the Tiburon Turbulence features a hideous looking front view that is somewhat SERIOUSLY UNCOOL for me, a well-sculpted side view, and an improved rear view to make it more genuine. That car bugged me for no reasons but I think this is one of the most memorable sports cars ever made by Hyundai.

Nighttime Turbulence

Under the hood, the Tiburon Turbulence is powered by a Beta 2.0L engine, producing 142PS of power and 180Nm of torque. Here in Gran Turismo 5, it's all crap for me to drive the Tiburon Turbulence. For an FF car, I can often resort myself with a little Scandinavian Flick to cut through corners but that alone wasn't worth it.

It looks perfect at nighttime

I should have tell you that why did this car listed as a Standard Tier car is because it was already featured in the Gran Turismo PSP game for sure and still, this car is a good value for money. In Gran Turismo 5, it's hard to decide if the Turby is the right addition to your car collection or it's just another pointless bone-shaking racing car.

Bright lights and the Tiburon Turbulence

Imagine myself, if there is such thing as a used Hyundai Tiburon Turbulence for sale in the Philippines (think Davao, Cebu, CEZA, Subic, or others), I guess I want to try that car but no, I can't buy that load of crud on the road! Even though the Tiburon Turbulence is pointed to be worthless, the replacement, the Tuscani made it even worse! I just don't want one...

GT5 announces third DLC Pack!

Gran Turismo Red Bull X2010 S. Vettel

Announced at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon, there will be a new DLC Pack coming at Gran Turismo 5 this January 18 (January 17 in the USA). A new car pack will include familiar ones like the 2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage, Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4, and the Nissan Leaf as well as never before seen ones like the 1966 Volkswagen 1200 and the Mini Countryman.

Also, if you watched the Acura NSX Concept Movie on Gran Turismo TV, this has been proven that it featured a new original track and it's called Route X. Route X is GT5's new proving grounds to measure your car's top speed. This is the perfect time to find out your car's "moment of truth" in terms of top speed, 0-60 record, and G-Force.

Be ready! I'm sure The Stig is ready for this...

Scoop: http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/01/12/new-gran-turismo-5-dlc-this-tuesday-car-pack-3-speed-test-course/

"OMC! Oh My Chin!"

What just happened at the January 13, 2012 episode of Bubble Gang?

- Waiter gags

- SHAKE, RATTLE, AND FALL! The family struggles through a very powerful quake!

- A man dates with a woman who has several names marked on her body

- When their boss is away, these two start fighting

- Bubble Gang does Ginebra San Miguel OMG!!! (Oh My Gin) TV Commercial by spoofing this as Chinebra San Pigil! OMC! Oh My Chin! Ang bida, naka-Chinebra!

Bubble Gang does Ginebra San Miguel!

- Cheche and Bureche are awaiting the arrival of the Three Kings but it's not what you think...

Cheche, Bureche and the three kings

- Mr. Assimo judges the contestant...

- The Pick-Up Lines are here! Ayt! Ayt! Katahimikan! Katahimikan!

1) Di ko na kailangan ng alak. Dahil kayo pa lang, ang lakas ng tama mo!

2) Kung luha ka, hindi ako iiyak. Kasi ayokong mawala sa akin!

3) Wag kang ganung masamang makatingin. Baka ikulong kita sa puso ko!

4) Sana, ako na lang ang kanang kamay mo. Para pag kumanta ka ng Lupang Hinirang, ako ang nasa puso mo!

5) Kung bampira ako, tusukin man sa dibidb, hindi ako namamatay. Dahil sa yo na ang puso ko.

6) Hopia ka ba? Pagmasdan mo mga ninja, nakatingin sa bathtub, umiiyak.

7) Sana ako ang Sabado at ikaw ang araw ng Linggo. Para ikaw ang kinabukasan ko.

8) Jackstone ka ba? KAAAAAKKKKK!!!!

- Box Office Okray 2012! What's the worst 2011 Metro Manila Film Fest Entry?

1) Enteng ng Ina Mo! - This should have been Anting-Anting ng Ina Mo! Rating is two tomatoes.

2) Segunda Mano - This should have been Segunda Mano Po. Rating is two tomatoes.

3) Manila Kingpin - Asiong Salong should have been at Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. This should have been King ng Ina Mo! Rating is three tomatoes.

4) Panday 2 - This should have been Okay Ka, Panday Ko! Rating is five tomatoes!

5) House Husband - This should have been Host Husband because Ryan Agoncillo is a Eat Bulaga presenter. Rating is six tomatoes.

6) Shake Rattle and Roll XIII - This should have been Shake Rattle and LOL if they made it into comedy! 13 tomatoes for this!

- IyoTube in All By Myself

Nasaan Ka Elisa's Sad Ending

When Nasaan Ka Elisa, the remake of the popular Latin American drama, came out in September 2011, this mystery suspense drama revolves on the mystery of the disappearance of Elisa Altamira (Melissa Ricks), the daughter of the businessman named Mariano Altamira (Albert Martinez). As the suspense builds, it is revealed that Bruno is behind the disappearance of Elisa but Cecile (Vina Morales) killed Bruno and she wants to kill Elisa once and for all. With Cecile apprehended, the finale that was once shocked the viewers has come...

Nasaan Ka Elisa ending

We don't need to explain what's going but the ending is...ELISA ALTAMIRA IS DEAD. That's it. That's how it end the mystery suspense drama that is packed with twists that keep the viewers guessed for what will happened.

How can the wrong RS5 feels so right all along?

Uh, am I singing the song "Catch Me, I'm Falling" OR IS THAT JUST ME? Never mind, the Audi RS5 was added on Forza Motorsport 4 via January Jalopnik Pack. Don't blame them why they put the pre-facelifted version but in such reasons, the Audi RS5 was featured in an episode of Top Gear where it pit against the BMW M3 Competition Package. Sadly though, the Audi RS5 is heavier and despite the 4WD layout, it's nowhere near as good at the corners.

The retractable spoiler made the RS5
look even worse...

The Audi RS5 is not the modern day version of the Audi Quattro, a classic sports car that petrolheads love to drive this classic Audi. What really bothers me that it has some retractable spoiler that the Audi S5 doesn't have. However, what surprised me when if I had turned off the Traction Control, the RS5's Launch Control really puts this sportscar to a perfect launch but when it comes to corners, it's a complete wazzock. When I tuned it to meet its A-class regulation, it has proven to be somewhat quicker than my Aston Martin V12 Vantage, and yet it is superbly quicker than the time Stig set it on Top Gear. Yep, the Audi RS5 raced through the Top Gear Test Track at 1:27.5 but my tuned RS5 just pushed it even further but a little bit uncomfortable at my burning back.

The Audi RS5's interior

As I watched an episode of Top Gear, Jeremy Clarkson once said that the Audi RS5 uses petrol to make gear-changing sounds nice. I don't know why but at the end, the Audi RS5 is as worthless as the BMW M3 Competition Package. However, when reviewed by Top Gear Magazine, the RS5 gave a 15/20 rating and what they like is that it's comfortable, well-made, exclusive, looks good, and grips well. I like that.

Oooohhh!! Brrrrr!!

How can something so wrong feels so right all along? Catch me, I'm falling over the seduction of the RS5!