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			<title>Bugatti Veyron Lake Crash</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:19:51 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[@ MODS: I don't know if it has been posted earlier, didn't find any thread regarding this though 

LA MARQUE — Police on Friday identified a Lufkin man who accidentally drove a $2 million Bugatti Veyron, a rare automobile that is perhaps the world’s fastest, into a saltwater lagoon.

Andy Lee House, 34, owner of Performance Auto Sales, told The Daily News on Wednesday that a low-flying pelican distracted him, causing him to jerk the steering wheel a bit — and he then dropped his cell phone.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>@ MODS: I don't know if it has been posted earlier, didn't find any thread regarding this though <br />
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LA MARQUE — Police on Friday identified a Lufkin man who accidentally drove a $2 million Bugatti Veyron, a rare automobile that is perhaps the world’s fastest, into a saltwater lagoon.<br />
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Andy Lee House, 34, owner of Performance Auto Sales, told The Daily News on Wednesday that a low-flying pelican distracted him, causing him to jerk the steering wheel a bit — and he then dropped his cell phone.<br />
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			<title>Land Rover Discovery celebrates 20th birthday</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:39:16 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>*Land Rover Discovery* is celebrating 20 years of dominating presence in the market. The all-purpose vehicle, has been around since November 16, 1989. It was made to fill the gap between the Defender and the top-of-the-line Range Rover.

*Phil Popham, Managing Director* -The Discovery is built on innovative design and advanced technology. It has answered the needs and tastes of its increasingly urbane and discerning buyers.
Back in 1989, the Discovery was the first vehicle in its class to offer high-efficiency direct-injection diesel technology and twin airbags appeared later on in 1998.
The Discovery is available in 91 countries and more than 900,000 units have been sold till date.:thumbs up
 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><b>Land Rover Discovery</b> is celebrating 20 years of dominating presence in the market. The all-purpose vehicle, has been around since November 16, 1989. It was made to fill the gap between the Defender and the top-of-the-line Range Rover.<br />
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<b>Phil Popham, Managing Director</b> -<blockquote>The Discovery is built on innovative design and advanced technology. It has answered the needs and tastes of its increasingly urbane and discerning buyers.</blockquote>Back in 1989, the Discovery was the first vehicle in its class to offer high-efficiency direct-injection diesel technology and twin airbags appeared later on in 1998.<br />
The Discovery is available in 91 countries and more than 900,000 units have been sold till date.:thumbs up<br />
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			<title>Worlds Fastest Rolls Royce!!</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:09:06 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[im not sure if this has been posted here before, but here is, what is believed to be the 

*WORLDS FASTEST ROLLS ROYCE!!!.*


In tuning-studio Joe's Street Rod Shop they assemble the fastest in the world Rolls Royce. Previously, it was the usual Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow models in 1970, and now his power is 1350 horsepower. Inside the fastest Rolls Royce you'll find a leather shop, 4-screen TV , 9.3 liter engine V8. Experts argue that in order to assemble such a vehicle requires approximately $ 318,000.


(P.S: i couldnt upload the pics so here is the link)


COOL PHOTOS BANK: The World's Fastest Rolls Royce (http://awanbank.blogspot.com/2009/09/worlds-fastest-rolls-royce.html)]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>im not sure if this has been posted here before, but here is, what is believed to be the <br />
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<b>WORLDS FASTEST ROLLS ROYCE!!!.</b><br />
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In tuning-studio Joe's Street Rod Shop they assemble the fastest in the world Rolls Royce. Previously, it was the usual Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow models in 1970, and now his power is 1350 horsepower. Inside the fastest Rolls Royce you'll find a leather shop, 4-screen TV , 9.3 liter engine V8. Experts argue that in order to assemble such a vehicle requires approximately $ 318,000.<br />
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(P.S: i couldnt upload the pics so here is the link)<br />
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<a href="http://awanbank.blogspot.com/2009/09/worlds-fastest-rolls-royce.html" target="_blank">COOL PHOTOS BANK: The World's Fastest Rolls Royce</a></div>

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			<title>Suzuki Kizashi - First Drive by Autocar U.K.</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:51:30 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Suzuki Kizashi - Road Test First Drive - Autocar.co.uk (http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/FirstDrives/Suzuki-Kizashi-2.4/245218/)

Posting the link to the First Drive of the Suzuki Kizashi by Autocar U.K.
From their review looks damn good as a package. Suzuki hopefully hitting the big scene.

Moderators please adjust the thread in some other section according to your discretion.

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Posting the link to the First Drive of the Suzuki Kizashi by Autocar U.K.<br />
From their review looks damn good as a package. Suzuki hopefully hitting the big scene.<br />
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Moderators please adjust the thread in some other section according to your discretion.<br />
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P.S. - The link is from AUTOCAR U.K. Website</div>

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			<title>BMW announced as automotive partner of London Olympic and Paralympic Games</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:37 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Press Release
 
*BMW becomes a Tier One Partner and exclusive automotive sponsor of the 2012 Games *
*4000 low-carbon vehicles to be provided*
 
*London. *Lord Sebastian Coe, chairman of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) has today announced that BMW has become the Automotive Partner of London 2012. BMW will provide the 4000 or so vehicles which are required at the Games to transport athletes, technical officials, media, LOCOG operational teams, national Olympic Committees, International Sports Federations, the IOC and marketing partners.
 
In addition, BMW becomes a Sustainability Partner supporting London 2012’s commitment to deliver its ‘low carbon’ and ‘healthy living’ Games.
 
Ian Robertson, member of the board of management of BMW AG, responsible for sales and marketing said: “Sustainability is a central pillar of our business and guides all aspects of our operations. This has lead to our being named by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index as the most sustainable automotive company, for the fifth year in a row. Therefore we have a natural affinity with London 2012 and its commitment to low carbon and healthy living.”
 
He continued, “We see our partnership as a major opportunity, over the next three years and beyond, to focus attention on our range of the most fuel efficient premium cars – and also to shine a light on the future of individual mobility. This partnership will be an inspiration for our customers, employees, dealers and suppliers.”
 
LOCOG set challenging targets with respect to CO2 and European emission standards for the car fleet. BMW will provide a fleet of cars which not only meet the Euro 6 emissions standard but also beat the maximum average of 120g CO2 / km established by LOCOG. BMW leads the automotive industry in emission-lowering technology through its Efficient Dynamics programme.
 
The company will also showcase electric vehicles as part of its activation in 2012.
 
LOCOG Chairman Sebastian Coe commented, “Operationally, an automotive deal is vital for any organising committee and so I’m thrilled BMW is on board. They share our vision to stage a sustainable Games in 2012 and will be a valued partner. We welcome BMW on board and look forward to working with them over the next three years.”
 
During the Games, BMW bicycles will be available for use by athletes in the Athletes Village and by London 2012 staff. BMW motorcycles will also be used in certain Olympic and Paralympic events.
 
A proportion of the fleet will be wheelchair-accessible and BMW will convert a number of vehicles for use by disabled drivers and passengers.
 
BMW has invested over £1bn in the UK since 2000 and employs over 8,000 people in manufacturing, distribution and financial services in Britain. The company has created over 50,000 further jobs through support services, suppliers and dealer distribution networks. BMW will also activate the deal across the iconic Mini brand between now and 2012.
 
LOCOG and BMW have many shared values which are an important foundation to this partnership agreement. A commitment to fair play, sporting competition and intercultural exchange have always been fundamentals of BMW’s value system – in addition to the central theme of sustainability.
 
Source: BMW PressClub</description>
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<b><i>BMW becomes a Tier One Partner and exclusive automotive sponsor of the 2012 Games </i></b><br />
<b><i>4000 low-carbon vehicles to be provided</i></b><br />
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<b>London. </b>Lord Sebastian Coe, chairman of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) has today announced that BMW has become the Automotive Partner of London 2012. BMW will provide the 4000 or so vehicles which are required at the Games to transport athletes, technical officials, media, LOCOG operational teams, national Olympic Committees, International Sports Federations, the IOC and marketing partners.<br />
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In addition, BMW becomes a Sustainability Partner supporting London 2012’s commitment to deliver its ‘low carbon’ and ‘healthy living’ Games.<br />
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Ian Robertson, member of the board of management of BMW AG, responsible for sales and marketing said: “Sustainability is a central pillar of our business and guides all aspects of our operations. This has lead to our being named by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index as the most sustainable automotive company, for the fifth year in a row. Therefore we have a natural affinity with London 2012 and its commitment to low carbon and healthy living.”<br />
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He continued, “We see our partnership as a major opportunity, over the next three years and beyond, to focus attention on our range of the most fuel efficient premium cars – and also to shine a light on the future of individual mobility. This partnership will be an inspiration for our customers, employees, dealers and suppliers.”<br />
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LOCOG set challenging targets with respect to CO2 and European emission standards for the car fleet. BMW will provide a fleet of cars which not only meet the Euro 6 emissions standard but also beat the maximum average of 120g CO2 / km established by LOCOG. BMW leads the automotive industry in emission-lowering technology through its Efficient Dynamics programme.<br />
 <br />
The company will also showcase electric vehicles as part of its activation in 2012.<br />
 <br />
LOCOG Chairman Sebastian Coe commented, “Operationally, an automotive deal is vital for any organising committee and so I’m thrilled BMW is on board. They share our vision to stage a sustainable Games in 2012 and will be a valued partner. We welcome BMW on board and look forward to working with them over the next three years.”<br />
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During the Games, BMW bicycles will be available for use by athletes in the Athletes Village and by London 2012 staff. BMW motorcycles will also be used in certain Olympic and Paralympic events.<br />
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A proportion of the fleet will be wheelchair-accessible and BMW will convert a number of vehicles for use by disabled drivers and passengers.<br />
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BMW has invested over £1bn in the UK since 2000 and employs over 8,000 people in manufacturing, distribution and financial services in Britain. The company has created over 50,000 further jobs through support services, suppliers and dealer distribution networks. BMW will also activate the deal across the iconic Mini brand between now and 2012.<br />
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LOCOG and BMW have many shared values which are an important foundation to this partnership agreement. A commitment to fair play, sporting competition and intercultural exchange have always been fundamentals of BMW’s value system – in addition to the central theme of sustainability.<br />
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			<title>Mercedes-Benz Launches New Mbrace Telematics System</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:27:25 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with Hughes Telematics to begin offering a new system that allows drivers to enable dozens of their vehicles features with their Apple iPhone or Blackberry.

Dubbed "mbrace," the telematics setup covers everything from locking and unlocking doors to contacting roadside assistance and pinpointing an mbrace-equipped Mercedes-Benz in a parking lot.

The system will be included on all new Mercedes products, and current customers with the automaker's outgoing Tele Aid system are eligible to retrofit their aging Mercs with mbrace. The technology could also be used to stream music from the web, upload video content and connect to users PCs, however, that's further down the road. The system is available now for $280 a year, and you can get all the details in the press release below the fold.

Source: MB-USA, Mercedes-Benz Launches New Mbrace Telematics System - MotorAuthority (http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1038436_mercedes-benz-launches-new-mbrace-telematics-system), Mercedes-Benz and Hughes release app-based "mbrace" telematics for iPhone, Blackberry &mdash; Autoblog (http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/17/mercedes-benz-and-hughes-release-app-based-mbrace-telematics-f/)
 
*PRESS RELEASE

**Mercedes-Benz USA and Hughes Telematics Launch New Telematics Service: mbrace(TM)

New in-vehicle technology lays the foundation for unprecedented connectivity and customization options for drivers, improving safety, security and productivity*

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) and Hughes Telematics, Inc. (HTI) today launched mbrace(TM), a new telematics offering that brings an unprecedented level of connectivity to Mercedes-Benz drivers and begins the process of allowing them to customize their in-vehicle experiences to fit their daily needs. Powered by HTI, mbrace is now available on all new Mercedes-Benz vehicles sold through authorized dealers in the United States, and mbrace replaces Tele Aid, which was the previous telematics system that MBUSA has offered for the past 10 years, for such vehicles. In addition, most current Mercedes-Benz owners with the Tele Aid system will be eligible to upgrade to the new mbrace system.

"When we first launched our Telematics platform it contained features many vehicles still lack today, and now we want to take our offering to the next level," said Sascha Simon, director of advanced product planning, MBUSA. "With mbrace, we begin the introduction of a whole new generation of innovative and personalized services that fit our drivers' mobile lifestyles, keeping them connected to the people, places and services that are important to them and offering them enhanced safety, security and navigation options. Most importantly, the flexibility of Hughes Telematics' architecture will also allow us to continually add new features and innovations that will keep Mercedes-Benz on the forefront of in-vehicle services."

Specifically, mbrace personifies "connected services" by marking the first time drivers can connect with their vehicles via an iPhone(TM) or BlackBerry(TM), allowing them to do such things as remotely lock or unlock their vehicles or locate their vehicles in crowded parking lots or on city streets through a map representation on their smart phones. The flexibility of combining HTI's platform with today's leading smartphone offerings allows for a continual stream of in-vehicle innovation throughout the life of a vehicle's ownership.

"Hughes Telematics is excited to be working with Mercedes-Benz as we introduce the next generation of connected services to customers," said Erik Goldman, president, HTI. "This platform upon which mbrace is built is designed with the most flexibility in the industry allowing Mercedes-Benz to continuously innovate with new services and features."

The mbrace system offers 18 features (five of which are part of a premium package) aggregated in the categories of safety & security, navigation & destination planning and convenience. The services can be accessed quickly and easily from within the vehicle or from any computer through a personalized web portal.

The standard mbrace safety and security features include: Automatic Collision Notification; SOS/Emergency Calling; Safe Ride; Roadside Assistance Connection (in-vehicle and mobile application); Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance; Automatic Alarm Notification; Vehicle Information and Crisis Assist. Navigation services include a Search & Send feature. Standard convenience features include: Remote Door Unlock and Lock (remote application), Vehicle Finder (via mobile application), and Dealer Connect (mobile application). A premium service -- mbrace PLUS -- adds such features as Location-Based Weather, Location-Based Traffic, agent-assisted Route Assistance, Point-of-Interest Destination Download (through agent), and "Mercedes-Benz Concierge," which functions much as a hotel concierge making restaurant reservations, locating stores and services, cash wire assistance, etc]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with Hughes Telematics to begin offering a new system that allows drivers to enable dozens of their vehicles features with their Apple iPhone or Blackberry.<br />
<br />
Dubbed &quot;mbrace,&quot; the telematics setup covers everything from locking and unlocking doors to contacting roadside assistance and pinpointing an mbrace-equipped Mercedes-Benz in a parking lot.<br />
<br />
The system will be included on all new Mercedes products, and current customers with the automaker's outgoing Tele Aid system are eligible to retrofit their aging Mercs with mbrace. The technology could also be used to stream music from the web, upload video content and connect to users PCs, however, that's further down the road. The system is available now for $280 a year, and you can get all the details in the press release below the fold.<br />
<br />
Source: MB-USA, <a href="http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1038436_mercedes-benz-launches-new-mbrace-telematics-system" target="_blank">Mercedes-Benz Launches New Mbrace Telematics System - MotorAuthority</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/17/mercedes-benz-and-hughes-release-app-based-mbrace-telematics-f/" target="_blank">Mercedes-Benz and Hughes release app-based &quot;mbrace&quot; telematics for iPhone, Blackberry &amp;mdash; Autoblog</a><br />
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<b>PRESS RELEASE<br />
<br />
</b><i><b>Mercedes-Benz USA and Hughes Telematics Launch New Telematics Service: mbrace(TM)<br />
<br />
New in-vehicle technology lays the foundation for unprecedented connectivity and customization options for drivers, improving safety, security and productivity</b><br />
<br />
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) and Hughes Telematics, Inc. (HTI) today launched mbrace(TM), a new telematics offering that brings an unprecedented level of connectivity to Mercedes-Benz drivers and begins the process of allowing them to customize their in-vehicle experiences to fit their daily needs. Powered by HTI, mbrace is now available on all new Mercedes-Benz vehicles sold through authorized dealers in the United States, and mbrace replaces Tele Aid, which was the previous telematics system that MBUSA has offered for the past 10 years, for such vehicles. In addition, most current Mercedes-Benz owners with the Tele Aid system will be eligible to upgrade to the new mbrace system.<br />
<br />
&quot;When we first launched our Telematics platform it contained features many vehicles still lack today, and now we want to take our offering to the next level,&quot; said Sascha Simon, director of advanced product planning, MBUSA. &quot;With mbrace, we begin the introduction of a whole new generation of innovative and personalized services that fit our drivers' mobile lifestyles, keeping them connected to the people, places and services that are important to them and offering them enhanced safety, security and navigation options. Most importantly, the flexibility of Hughes Telematics' architecture will also allow us to continually add new features and innovations that will keep Mercedes-Benz on the forefront of in-vehicle services.&quot;<br />
<br />
Specifically, mbrace personifies &quot;connected services&quot; by marking the first time drivers can connect with their vehicles via an iPhone(TM) or BlackBerry(TM), allowing them to do such things as remotely lock or unlock their vehicles or locate their vehicles in crowded parking lots or on city streets through a map representation on their smart phones. The flexibility of combining HTI's platform with today's leading smartphone offerings allows for a continual stream of in-vehicle innovation throughout the life of a vehicle's ownership.<br />
<br />
&quot;Hughes Telematics is excited to be working with Mercedes-Benz as we introduce the next generation of connected services to customers,&quot; said Erik Goldman, president, HTI. &quot;This platform upon which mbrace is built is designed with the most flexibility in the industry allowing Mercedes-Benz to continuously innovate with new services and features.&quot;<br />
<br />
The mbrace system offers 18 features (five of which are part of a premium package) aggregated in the categories of safety &amp; security, navigation &amp; destination planning and convenience. The services can be accessed quickly and easily from within the vehicle or from any computer through a personalized web portal.<br />
<br />
The standard mbrace safety and security features include: Automatic Collision Notification; SOS/Emergency Calling; Safe Ride; Roadside Assistance Connection (in-vehicle and mobile application); Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance; Automatic Alarm Notification; Vehicle Information and Crisis Assist. Navigation services include a Search &amp; Send feature. Standard convenience features include: Remote Door Unlock and Lock (remote application), Vehicle Finder (via mobile application), and Dealer Connect (mobile application). A premium service -- mbrace PLUS -- adds such features as Location-Based Weather, Location-Based Traffic, agent-assisted Route Assistance, Point-of-Interest Destination Download (through agent), and &quot;Mercedes-Benz Concierge,&quot; which functions much as a hotel concierge making restaurant reservations, locating stores and services, cash wire assistance, etc</i></div>


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			<title>Safest cars in US as per Insurance Institute for Highway Safety</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[27 cars meet the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety standards in USA , VW & volvo have decent numbers in these list.

Safest cars - Top Safety Picks (1) - CNNMoney.com (http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2009/autos/0911/gallery.iihs_2010_safest_cars/index.html)]]></description>
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			<title>Toyota Owners Share Stories of Nearly Being Killed For Safety Reasons</title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:26:46 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[You may have heard about how Toyota is recalling 3.8 million of its cars because they have the tendency to accelerate by themselves. Now the LA Times is soliciting Toyota horror stories which may make you never drive again.
Here are a few of the most terrifying responses to the terrifying question asked by the LA Times: "Have you experienced sudden acceleration in a Toyota?":
    3/30/2006 My Solara completely lost control while trying to brake.I did 2 complete 360s, hit a concrete wall and landed in a mud ditch.$10,000 dollars worth of damage and 3 weeks later the only thing Toyota told me that it was driver error. This car had a mind of it's own. -Janet Cobb
    I work for a law firm and we have a case where 4 young adults were in Lexus and could not stop the care after it accelerated on the freeway, they ended up hitting the concrete bridge and the car burned up with all 4 people in it. All killed. -Patricia
    i own a 2009 Toyota Venza and i just ran through a restuarant no one was hurt but it could have been worst my car just took off Toyota checked my car out and said thay could not find anything i am scared to drive it now. -JM
Source Gawker &mdash; Gossip from Manhattan and the Beltway to Hollywood and the Valley (http://gawker.com)
And now some blogs from Los Angeles Times

I experienced a sudden surge with my 2003 Camry that lasted a very brief time but shook me to the core.
Rachel Stein @ 7:51 AM PST, Nov 14, 2009

I own a 2007 lexus. It is sitting in my garage because I am afraid to drive it because of a sudden acceleration. Luckly it was in park.
Ruth Adams @ 5:55 AM PST, Nov 14, 2009

I rearended a car in front of me that was turning. I was slowing down the closer I got to it. All of a sudden speed cause me to smash my front in and caused $2800. in damage. I drive a 2009 Camry XLE

DJ @ 10:30 AM PST, Nov 13, 2009

Yes, in 2006 my 2001 Toyota Sienna accelerated out of control when I was hit by another car and had to slam on the brakes. I was told this was impossible by Toyota . I never felt safe in the van again and have since sold it. Now I am concerned my new Toyota could have the same problem.
Calmom @ 7:50 PM PST, Nov 12, 2009

I had this happen when I was hit at a stop sign in my 2001 Sienna a couple of years ago. Toyota Palo Alto blew me off when I insisted this had happened. It took moving into neutral to stop the car. I could have died. I was lucky my kids weren't in the car.
momcalif @ 5:21 PM PST, Nov 11, 2009

I have a Toyota Camry that put my familyâ&#8364;&#8482;s life in danger. The anti lock brakes hit something in the road and THE CAR DOES NOT STOP. This has happed on several occasions. It is so dangerous.What can I do?
Matarsha @ 7:59 AM PST, Nov 11, 2009

I own a 2004 Toyota Camry, and last year (2008). I stoped to get gas. After I refuel, the car just sped out of control me and my Wife made attempts to stop the car, but smashed in the gas station store causing damages to the car and the building. I do not have all wether floor mats. Thanks
RAMIRO HERNANDEZ @ 7:33 AM PST, Nov 11, 2009

I have new Toyota AYGO. I am experiancing intermittent acceleration problems. The trottle stays when the foot is off the pedal, this can happen at any time. Returned to Toyota on three occassions, but when thay test drive thay can find no fault. Thay say that thay are unaware of any problems
Eric Harmer @ 6:47 AM PST, Nov 11, 2009

No. I have a very first Pruis and never experienced sudden acceleration. But it seems there should be some kind of problem with automobile but not floormat, as the sudden acceleration happens too unnaturally many cases.
Tak @ 11:42 PM PST, Nov 9, 2009

My parents experienced sudden acceleration in their Toyota Camry a few years ago. The had pulled into a parking spot and the car lunged into a wall and was totaled.
Sherry Williams @ 6:22 PM PST, Nov 9, 2009
Very shocking indeed to read these blogs in the Los Angeles Times. These are some of the many here.
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-toyota-recall-gb,0,1286715.graffitiboard?slice=2&limit=10

Toyotas are functionally very reliable (auto journalists call it bullet proof reliability) but for the safety aspects. Also its a mystery as to why these few year old  defects in Toyotas are surfacing at this moment after GM and Chrysler had sunk, but are now trying to again resurface from within the deep waters!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>You may have heard about how Toyota is recalling 3.8 million of its cars because they have the tendency to accelerate by themselves. Now the LA Times is soliciting Toyota horror stories which may make you never drive again.<br />
Here are a few of the most terrifying responses to the terrifying question asked by the LA Times: &quot;Have you experienced sudden acceleration in a Toyota?&quot;:<br />
    3/30/2006 My Solara completely lost control while trying to brake.I did 2 complete 360s, hit a concrete wall and landed in a mud ditch.$10,000 dollars worth of damage and 3 weeks later the only thing Toyota told me that it was driver error. This car had a mind of it's own. -Janet Cobb<br />
    I work for a law firm and we have a case where 4 young adults were in Lexus and could not stop the care after it accelerated on the freeway, they ended up hitting the concrete bridge and the car burned up with all 4 people in it. All killed. -Patricia<br />
    i own a 2009 Toyota Venza and i just ran through a restuarant no one was hurt but it could have been worst my car just took off Toyota checked my car out and said thay could not find anything i am scared to drive it now. -JM<br />
Source <a href="http://gawker.com" target="_blank">Gawker &amp;mdash; Gossip from Manhattan and the Beltway to Hollywood and the Valley</a><br />
And now some blogs from Los Angeles Times<br />
<br />
I experienced a sudden surge with my 2003 Camry that lasted a very brief time but shook me to the core.<br />
Rachel Stein @ 7:51 AM PST, Nov 14, 2009<br />
<br />
I own a 2007 lexus. It is sitting in my garage because I am afraid to drive it because of a sudden acceleration. Luckly it was in park.<br />
Ruth Adams @ 5:55 AM PST, Nov 14, 2009<br />
<br />
I rearended a car in front of me that was turning. I was slowing down the closer I got to it. All of a sudden speed cause me to smash my front in and caused $2800. in damage. I drive a 2009 Camry XLE<br />
<br />
DJ @ 10:30 AM PST, Nov 13, 2009<br />
<br />
Yes, in 2006 my 2001 Toyota Sienna accelerated out of control when I was hit by another car and had to slam on the brakes. I was told this was impossible by Toyota . I never felt safe in the van again and have since sold it. Now I am concerned my new Toyota could have the same problem.<br />
Calmom @ 7:50 PM PST, Nov 12, 2009<br />
<br />
I had this happen when I was hit at a stop sign in my 2001 Sienna a couple of years ago. Toyota Palo Alto blew me off when I insisted this had happened. It took moving into neutral to stop the car. I could have died. I was lucky my kids weren't in the car.<br />
momcalif @ 5:21 PM PST, Nov 11, 2009<br />
<br />
I have a Toyota Camry that put my familyâ&#8364;&#8482;s life in danger. The anti lock brakes hit something in the road and THE CAR DOES NOT STOP. This has happed on several occasions. It is so dangerous.What can I do?<br />
Matarsha @ 7:59 AM PST, Nov 11, 2009<br />
<br />
I own a 2004 Toyota Camry, and last year (2008). I stoped to get gas. After I refuel, the car just sped out of control me and my Wife made attempts to stop the car, but smashed in the gas station store causing damages to the car and the building. I do not have all wether floor mats. Thanks<br />
RAMIRO HERNANDEZ @ 7:33 AM PST, Nov 11, 2009<br />
<br />
I have new Toyota AYGO. I am experiancing intermittent acceleration problems. The trottle stays when the foot is off the pedal, this can happen at any time. Returned to Toyota on three occassions, but when thay test drive thay can find no fault. Thay say that thay are unaware of any problems<br />
Eric Harmer @ 6:47 AM PST, Nov 11, 2009<br />
<br />
No. I have a very first Pruis and never experienced sudden acceleration. But it seems there should be some kind of problem with automobile but not floormat, as the sudden acceleration happens too unnaturally many cases.<br />
Tak @ 11:42 PM PST, Nov 9, 2009<br />
<br />
My parents experienced sudden acceleration in their Toyota Camry a few years ago. The had pulled into a parking spot and the car lunged into a wall and was totaled.<br />
Sherry Williams @ 6:22 PM PST, Nov 9, 2009<br />
Very shocking indeed to read these blogs in the Los Angeles Times. These are some of the many here.<br />
<a href="http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-toyota-recall-gb,0,1286715.graffitiboard?slice=2&amp;limit=10" target="_blank">http://www.latimes.com/business/la-f...ice=2&amp;limit=10</a><br />
<br />
Toyotas are functionally very reliable (auto journalists call it bullet proof reliability) but for the safety aspects. Also its a mystery as to why these few year old  defects in Toyotas are surfacing at this moment after GM and Chrysler had sunk, but are now trying to again resurface from within the deep waters!</div>

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			<title>Suzuki Swift on Assembly line in Pak Suzuki (Spy shots)</title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:05:26 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Pak Suzuki Company Ltd. Pakistan is no more taking orders as the plant is closed. The reason being revealed is they are introducing a new model Suzuki Swift in Pakistan. A few spy shots/leaked photos would talk the rest....

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			<title>Safety ratings got tougher for 2010 in US</title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:55:19 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Shoppers looking to buy the safest 2010-model cars will have 67 fewer choices this year than they did in 2009. That's because the test for safety ratings got a lot tougher.

Fewer 2010-Models Pass Tougher Safety Tests - WSJ.com (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704782304574541910828663366.html#)

The institute, an auto-safety research group funded by the insurance industry, named 19 cars and eight sport-utility vehicles as "top safety picks." Among them are the Audi A3, Honda Civic, Dodge Journey and Ford Taurus.]]></description>
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The institute, an auto-safety research group funded by the insurance industry, named 19 cars and eight sport-utility vehicles as &quot;top safety picks.&quot; Among them are the Audi A3, Honda Civic, Dodge Journey and Ford Taurus.</div>

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			<title><![CDATA[Porsche Centrum Gelderland's chocolate 911]]></title>
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A Dutch Porsche dealership has taken a brand-new 911 Carrera S and as a marketing stunt has covered it in chocolate. Apparently, they have used 175 kgs of chocolate to conceal one of Stuttgart's finest, also using another couple kilos of white chocolate for detailing like the headlamps. 

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It's apparently for a Dutch holiday centered around Sinterklass – St. Nicholas – who was the Danish inspiration for Santa Claus. As the story goes, the holiday is held in The Netherlands on the evening of December 5, and one of the holiday's most storied traditions is that people buy or make chocolate letters in celebration – hence the milky goodness that is this Choco997. 

The choco-dipped Porsche will remain on display until Christmas

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A Dutch Porsche dealership has taken a brand-new 911 Carrera S and as a marketing stunt has covered it in chocolate. Apparently, they have used 175 kgs of chocolate to conceal one of Stuttgart's finest, also using another couple kilos of white chocolate for detailing like the headlamps. <br />
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The choco-dipped Porsche will remain on display until Christmas<br />
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