Let's Do The News! (November 15, 2013)

The big news today...

1) Mazda CX-5's SCBS hits a snag, injures driver and passenger

Mazda CX-5 2013 ANNIVERSARY

The Smart City Brake System equipped on the Mazda CX-5 automatically activates the brakes and reduces the engine output at the same time. However, this safety system isn't fool-proof though as demonstrated by a report that in a Saitama Mazda dealership, a customer tries out the CX5's SCBS and failed, injuring both the driver and the dealership representative. Mazda expressed "sincere apologies" on their press statements regarding the accident.

Report: http://www.carscoops.com/2013/11/mazda-cx-5-automatic-braking-fails.html

2) The Night of The Doctor

One-hit wonder Eighth Doctor Paul McGann makes a comeback on this web-exclusive prologue to next week's The Day of The Doctor TV special. This online exclusive is called The Night of The Doctor and we see The Doctor fatally crash lands in the former colony of Gallifery, home to the Sisterhood of Karn. Watch the clip and find out:

3) Bravest Warriors S02E03

Frederator Studios' Cartoon Hangover streamed the third episode of Bravest Warriors season 2. This episode is titled Mexican Touchdown and on that episode, Danny and Plum are on an alien rescue. Watch this episode and smile if you want more.



4) Perodua showcases sedan concept at KLIMS13

Malaysian carmaker Perodua showcased their sedan concept called the Buddyz which claims to be "the perfect combination of local and global automotive trends".

Report: http://paultan.org/2013/11/14/perodua-buddyz-klims/

5) Availability of "GT5 My Home" and GT5 Photo Stream on www.gran-turismo.com

As the world prepares for GT6, Gran Turismo announced that GT5 My Home and GT5 Photo Stream will no longer be available on www.gran-turismo.com from 29 November, 01:00 EST. Equivalent services will be made available on www.gran-turismo.com for Gran Turismo 6 following launch of the title.

Source: Gran Turismo website

6) GT Racing 2 now available on iOS and Android

If you like Asphalt 8: Airborne, then you'll going to enjoy GT Racing 2, the newest sequel to the hit racing game made by Swiss-based game developer Gameloft. There are 67 cars from 35 manufacturers and 12 awesome location inspired tracks offered in this game and best of all, it's FREE TO PLAY on your iOS and Android! Download one now on the App Store or get it on Google Play.

7) Subaru Legacy Concept previews 6th generation model

2013 Subaru Legacy Concept

The Subaru Legacy will be 25 years old next year and the full model change is due next year so for a preview, Subaru will showcase the concept model that will preview the next-generation model. It will make a world premiere at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Details: http://www.netcarshow.com/subaru/2013-legacy_concept/

8) McLaren P1 sold out

It's official and you're too late, potential buyers. The over-900bhp hybrid hypercar, McLaren P1, is officially sold out as all 375 models have been accounted for.

Report: http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/mclaren-p1-sold-out-2013-11-13

TTFN!!!

The Richard and Maya Wedding

This is the first time on Philippine television where this special episode gets its own global simulcast. Not only this special episode aired in ABS-CBN but globally via The Filipino Channel where in the same time, Filipinos worldwide get to watch the special Be Careful With My Heart episode. It's the wedding of Richard "Ser Chief" Lim (played by Richard Yap) and Maya Dela Rosa (played by Jodi Sta. Maria). Maya and Ser Chief, finally tied the knot.

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: Hong Kongers' bashing of typhoon victims condemned

Hong Kong has remained unfriendly to the Philippines since the 2010 Quirino Grand Stand hostage drama where a former policeman killed some Hong Kong tourists held hostage. Now, a Hong Kong-based organization condemned some of the Hong Kong people who gave negative comments about the victims of Superstorm Yolanda (Haiyan). The group said in a statement "The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) expressed today its concern over abusive and derogatory remarks, made on the internet and through other public channels, by some members of the community in relation to the Typhoon Haiyan disaster in the Philippines"

Report: The Philippine Star

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: De facto martial law

"De facto martial law" is in effect in Leyte and its capital Tacloban as authorities try to stop the looting and secure the relief goods being sent to areas heavily hit by Superstorm Yolanda last week, according to DILG Secretary Mar Roxas. He told CNN reporter Andrew Stevens that "martial law is de facto, meaning it's in place even if there's no technical paper legalizing it". The government have brought an additional 1,000 PNP police officers from outside.

Report: The Philippine Star

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: Police official sacked over 10,000 fatality estimate

Eastern Visayas police (PRO8) regional director Chief Superintendent Elmer Soria, the police general who said that Superstorm Yolanda/Haiyan could have left over ten thousands died, was ordered relieved and would be replaced by his military academy classmate, Chief Superintendent Henry Losañes, current head of the PNP Maritime Group. The PNP leadership has yet to announce Soria's relief.

Report: The Philippine Star

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: LA Lakers Typhoon Relief

The Los Angeles Lakers will donate $150,000, as well as give all proceeds from the Lakers Youth Foundation In-Arena Auctions at all Lakers home games between November 12-24, to the Philippine Red Cross to assist in the relief efforts for victims of Superstorm Yolanda/Haiyan that ravaged the eastern and central parts of the country last week.

For details on how you can donate: http://on.nba.com/1gO75h8

Top Gear USA S04E08

It's USA vs the world as the boys from Top Gear USA are comparing American exotics and see if they have the willpower to take down the Europeans.

Rut goes for the old Saleen S7, Adam goes for the Rossion Q1, which is more of an Americanized version of the Noble M400, and Tanner opts for the Lucra sportscar.

For their first challenge, they went to Beverly Hills and see which car gets photographed the most. Thanks to Adams cunning attempt, the Rossion really is a head-turner.

Then, it's off to the Mojave Desert for their next challenge. It's drag racing and the fastest of the three is the Lucra thanks to its power-to-weight ratio.

Next up, the boys are trying to get through the car's claimed top speed. The Lucra LC470 has a top speed of 180mph but Tanner managed to get 162. The S7 has a top speed of an estimated 199mph  but Rutledge done it in 160mph. The Q1 has a 189mph but for Adam, that's 145mph. On this challenge, that's another win for the LC470.

Now, it's USA vs Europe. For Adam, his Q1 will go up against the Ferrari 458 Italia. Of course, the European supercar enemies will be driven by themselves while their American rides will be driven by The Stig. The Rossion won against the Ferrari but can the S7 keep up against the Lamborghini LP700-4? The answer, yes. Surprisingly well. Meanwhile,  Tanner in the Porsche GT3 vs Stig in the Lucra. Race boy vs the tamed racing driver.

Even when Tanner get whacked by The Stig, American exotics win the challenge.

Tanner wins overall and he's all out to try out the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series.

The power test involves how good the SLS Black is and even though it's a supercar, it corners very well. But to that, he has a race against time at Southern California's Highway 74. One of the most dangerous roads in America and he's got 10 minutes to get through.

Rain or shine, it's still worth a challenge and with less than a minute. the SLS Black made it. Tanner managed to beat the clock even in drizzling conditions.