Friday, November 15, 2013

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.


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!!!

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