Bandai pulling out of the DVD, Bluray and Manga market in the US

Hayate the Combat Butler

This may be different from what happened to Tokyopop when it was closed at the end of May 2011. Bandai Entertainment is downsizing and for that, they will be pulling out of the DVD, Blu-Ray, and manga market, focusing only on licensing.

Beginning January 2012, Bandai Entertainment will no longer releasing new DVDs, Blu-Rays, and others. What does that mean? Don't expect releases of Nichijou, Gosick, among many others. That makes me so sad. Well, when Hayate the Combat Butler DVDs arrived in North America via Bandai Entertainment, sorry to say that they won't bring English-subtitled Hayate the Combat Butler 2nd Season DVD and Blu-Rays, especially the Heaven is a Place on Earth movie. What's worse is that they won't bringing second season of K-ON in the USA, especially the K-ON movie recently shown in Japanese theaters since December 2011.

Despite withdrawals, Bandai Entertainment still lives in a very different approach. They will continue to sub-license some anime in North America to the internet and TV broadcasters, especially merchandising.

Scoop: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/bandai_downsizing_ken_iyadomi_interview

MINI Coupe tuning by AC Schnitzer

AC Schnitzer MINI Coupe 

The new MINI Coupe gets tuned by AC Schnitzer for the very first time. While we're still don't know about the performance figures yet, this modified MINI Coupe comes with a limited slip differential that locks up 75% for the Cooper S Coupe and it comes with a special exhaust for the Cooper S Coupe and the JCW Coupe. It also comes with a specially modified braking system, height-adjustable suspension, spring kit, aluminum strut brace, and rear anti-roll bar for the Cooper Coupe. Most have a choice of either a 17-inch or 18-inch rims. This Mini Coupe can't get even more wicked for the "cruising" scene.

Scoop: http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/01/ac-schnitzer-tricks-out-new-mini-cooper.html

2012MY Renault Twingo and Megane Coupe tuning by Elia

Elia Renault Twingo

Elia Renault Megane RS

The facelifted 2012MY Renault Twingo and the Renault Megane got tuned by German tuning firm, Elia, who specializes on tuning cars straight from the Renault-Nissan Alliance. On the tuned 2012MY Twingo, it comes fitted with a tuned suspension and 17-inch mags. On the tuned Renault Megane, it comes with Scissor-type doors that can be fitted on all kinds, especially the Renaultsport Megane.

Scoop: http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/01/elia-presents-new-packages-for-2012.html

Welcome Back: 2009 Lotus Evora

Just like what Jeremy Clarkson did on Top Gear

Lotus Dress Shop returned on Forza Motorsport 4. If you said "Lotus Dress Shop", blame it on Clarkson for calling it for the Lotus Evora. With no major changes occurred, I often used the Lotus Evora with multiple strategies in mind. Let's put it with this; if the Evora comes with the 6-speed manual transmission, I'll just put it on "MANUAL W/CLUTCH" but I need to be alert while shifting gears because pressing the Clutch is required before switching gears, otherwise, I might damage the transmission. When I'm thinking about the Lotus Evora S (the supercharged Evora), I should just fit a supercharger on the Evora's V6 engine so it can act like the Evora S. What about the Evora IPS? By my research, the IPS is the Evora that comes with a 6-speed automatic + manual mode. Play the Evora on AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION and it should be enough but for something, I'll play the Evora on MANUAL TRANSMISSION. The Lotus Evora is built for strategy from the driver in mind and this applies the same thing on Forza Motorsport 4.

Guess I should drive the Lotus Evora at the Top Gear Test Track anyway...

Evoque modified by Project Kahn

Project Kahn Range Rover Evoque

The folks from Kahn Automobiles Boutique decided to modify the Range Rover Evoque into something exquisite that is well fit for the "cruising" scene. Here on out, Project Kahn promises different color schemes on the Evoque's roof and body depending on the customers' personal preference. What's more the Kahn Evoque will come in 20 to 22-inch rims by choice. This is all about personalization for the all new Range Rover Evoque.

Scoop: http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/01/project-kahn-stylish-take-on-range.html

Manhart Racing MH3 V8 RS Clubsport

Manhart Racing MH3 V8 RS Clubsport

The guys at Manhart Racing stop at nothing to modify the BMW M3 E92 coupe into somewhat extraordinary. So extraordinary, that its performance figures are way above the Lamborghini Aventador levels. Why? The Manhart Racing MH3 V8 RS Clubsport uses the base M3 E92 as its foundation, swapped the normal engine into the V8 engine derived from the X6 M, and inject it with twin turbos, giving this modified M3 to reach, and they're not joking, 750HP of power!!!

750HP of power, 0-60mph time of 3.2 seconds, and top speed of 217mph, that's what makes it so special in every single way. If power wasn't enough, the MH3 V8 RS Clubsport comes with a carbon fiber body parts to make it lighter, a freakishly huge rear wing, 20-inch rims, carbon full-shell seats, and roll cage for added stability.

Scoop: http://www.topspeed.com/cars/bmw/2011-bmw-mh3-v8-rs-clubsport-by-manhart-racing-ar121925.html

KENSTYLE EIK Serena C26

KENSTYLE EIK Serena C26

The Nissan Serena C26 was definitely the most fuel-efficient Serena ever made but if styling is not enough for your desire for "flexing" and "winding", the guys at KENSTYLE lets you modify the Serena C26 that is somewhat fit for the "cruising" type.

Customers can modify the Serena C26 with front half spoiler, front grille, front fins, and rear half spoiler. That won't be complete without a quad exhaust courtesy of Fujitsubo (sold separately).

URL: http://www.kenstyle.co.jp/info2.php?id=234

Welcome Back: 2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage

V12 Vantage speeds through the Motegi Super Speedway

I am glad to see the 2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage back in Forza Motorsport 4. But it doesn't matter, this weird looking V12 Vantage is just not my kind of Aston Martin, despite this is the V8 Vantage with the DBS engine on it. That is, a 6.0L V12 engine that produces 510BHP of power output.

As I watched an episode of Top Gear USA, I thought that the V12 Vantage's top speed is somewhat 190mph but with Rutledge Wood behind the wheel at some salt flat, 175mph was his best.

"Liars! All of the Brits are liars!" -Rutledge Wood, Top Gear USA

Welcome Back: 2007 Audi S5

Ferrari geek seek an unsuspecting S5 passed by...

"Is that the RS5?!" A cop said...

First of all, sorry for why I smothered my Audi S5 with something that you commonly see on automotive news sites. With the Audi S5 returned on Forza Motorsport 4, there is a hidden surprise added at the Aero and Appearance section. Yes, you can camouflage the S5 to make it look like the 2011 Audi RS5. With the 2011 Audi RS5 coming soon at the Jalopnik DLC Pack, I guess this whole idea of converting the S5 to look like the RS5 should be useless. What I resort now is cover it with something black and swirly that you commonly see on automotive news sites...

Anyway, I should drive the Audi S5 round the Top Gear test track while listening to something Gaelic...

Wow Mali pranks - January 1, 2012

2012's here and to savor the New Year, the folks here at Wow Mali are here to spice up the New Year with some fun and laughter on this New Year's Day (January 1, 2012) episode!!!!

1) Tutok Kwitis - Scared of the kwitis blowing up?

2) Doray Alaskadora - Doray blows up the scene with her "Petardo"

3) Nasaan ang Gulat? - Someone's startled you unexpectedly...

4) Pagtanda - Mama said, you want to be like someone else?\

5) Madz Cheke Fountain - Madz is back and he's shopping for some fireworks from those who don't accept checks!

6) Hand Gun - Beware of the man who can shoot straight from his fingers!

7) Star Confusion - Sexbomb girls Aira and Jopay got themselves "!!!" in another Star Confusion!!!

Sexbomb Aira

Sexbomg Jopay

8) Men, watch out because the girl's dad is about to pummel you...

9) Watch out for incoming trumpet players waiting to blow your heads!

A Tale of Two R's

Song played in my Personal BGM: Do We Rock by Point Break

From the album: Apocadelic

A duel happened at the Top Gear Test Track

GT5's 2nd DLC Pack offered me the two familiar faces that is somewhat derived from a rival video game but they're new to Gran Turismo 5. The Volkswagen Golf R and the Volkswagen Scirocco R, two familiar faces of different proportions have arrived on Gran Turismo 5 and it's up to me to find out why.

I am surely familiar about the Volkswagen Scirocco R, from the way it looks and behaves as a German hyper hatch, with weight as its beneficiary. On the Golf R, it is benefited with the 4WD system, despite what I'm looking now is the 5-door version of the Golf R. Still, even though GT5 brought in the 5-door Golf R with the steering wheel set on the JDM side (same goes to the Scirocco R, because the steering wheel is set on the JDM side), it has been proven to be somewhat neck-and-neck between the Scirocco R. But with the 4WD, the Golf R is slightly heavier than the Scirocco R. No matter, they're still them.

Imagine if you put these two on a DUEL, who would win? The Golf R? Or the Scirocco R? Which is better? You decide...

The Start of Something New...

Well, this is it. This is my first post for the year 2012. This is the start of something new. We are now back to square one. Back at the beginning with new experiences awaiting for us. 

For 2012, my New Year's Resolution will be;

1) I will listen to my parents often

2) I will follow my schedule

3) I will study hard

4) I have to exercise more often

5) I have to manage my spending well

6) I have to eat less

7) I will limit drinking softdrinks

8) I must have faith with God always

9) I have to sleep early

These are some of my New Year's Resolution I made up if I wanted to become a good man for the year. Yes, I only have days left before my..well you know what? I'm becoming 21 years old this year. Thanks for reading and a peaceful 2012 to us all!!!