Meyers Manx receives electric powertrain and a big honor (Autoblog)
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The Meyers Manx is one of the iconic vehicles of the 1960s and is partially responsible for popularizing the dune buggy. Now, the car has another accolade to add to its history. Company founder Bruce Meyers' original 1964 Manx prototype, nicknamed Old Red, is the second vehicle added to the National Historic Vehicle Register. The first one to make it onto the list was Shelby Daytona Coupe CSX2287.
Meyers' prototype Manx used a custom fiberglass monocoque that Volkswagen Beetle parts bolted to, but later models utilized the whole Beetle floorpan. The idea spawned a ton of copycats and became hugely popular. However, the original company went out of business in 1970. Meyers returned to the kit car world in the 2000s with Meyers Manx, Inc. Offering a variety of kits to be built from VW components.
In addition to making it to the NHVR, the Manx is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new electric dune buggy in cooperation with REV-Tec from Las Vegas, NV. At the moment, it's only a prototype called the Manx V (pictured above with Old Red) and packs an electric motor with 83.6 …
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Questions and Answers
Las vegas to LA?
Hi,
My boyfriend and I are looking to go to Vegas for ten days in October. Whilst there I would like to do a day trip to LA. Can we see the best parts of LA in one day? How much is there to see in LA?
Thanks.
Posted by amanda b
Here are some things to do…If you drive really really fast you might be able to fit them in..
Our newest addition is secret…I have to try it first it should be a blast…
All right here is some stuff you might do in the area…
TRY THESE THINGS TO SEE IN L.A.:>>>>>
1.EAT AT PINKS OR IN AND OUT BURGER
2.FARMERS MARKET AT THE GROVE
(@ FAIRFAX AND W. 3RD)
3.See a Movie at GRAUMIN’S CHINESE Theater ($10. MOVIE, $5. Tour)
4.GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY, NOTE–RESERVATIONS NOW REQUIRED
5.GETTY MUSEUM IN TOWN OFF 405 (RESERVATIONS)
6.GETTY VILLA MALIBU (RESERVATIONS)
7.NORTON SIMON MUSEUM (Pasadena)
8.HOLLYWOOD BOWL CONCERTS
9.WALK OF FAME/STARS (3 ½ miles round trip<warning—lol)
10.RODEO DRIVE, Via Rodeo
11.TOUR OF STAR HOMES
12.IVY, KITSON (ON N. ROBERTSON) , HOTEL MARMONT, SPAGO
13.SANTA MONICA PIER (Pacific Park) AND PROMANADE, RIDE FERRIS WHEEL, Kiddieland, Ivy by the Sea…Fred Segal II…dinosaur/arbors…
14.VENICE BEACH (Street Performers, Muscle Beach)
15.CATALINA ISLAND (CONCERTS) (CATAMARAN TO AVALON) out of Long Beach or Newport Beach..THE CASINO.
16. STUDIO TOUR (UNIVERSAL/CITY WALK OR WARNER BROS.)
17.CHECK OUT DISNEY, DREAMWORKS, PARAMOUNT, NBC
18. DODGER STADIUM BASEBALL GAME
19.DOWNTOWN L.A.-LUMMIS HOUSE, ANGELS FLIGHT
20.CLUB AT HYDE, AREA, TEDDY’S, PRIVILEDGE, LES DEUX, PARC, MOOD, VIPER ROOM
SKYBAR, WHISKEY A GO-GO
21.BEVERLY HILTON, TRADER VICS, SPARKLES
22.BEVERLY HILLS CITY HALL
23.COFFEE BEAN AND TEA LEAF
24.HUNTINGTON BEACH SURFING AND SURF MUSEUM
(they spend a lot of time and money on constant activities)
25. DISNEYLAND
26.KNOTTS BERRY FARM, 6 FLAGS/MAGIC MOUNTAIN
27.LEBREA TAR PITS AND PAGE MUSEUM ON WILSHIRE
28.LAKERS BASKETBALL- STAPLES ARENA
29.L.A. OPEN AT RIVIERA COUNTRY CLUB
30.L.A. EQUESTRIAN CENTER
31.BIG BEAR SKIING
32.PALM SPRINGS GOLF AND TRAM RIDE
33.RIVER WALK AND L.A. RIVER GARDENS
34.EAT AT MR. CHOW’S OR KOI OR YAMASHIRO
35.VISIT ZUMA BEACH, PIER AT MALIBU AND PARADISE COVE
36.FOOSE DESIGN AND HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARDWALK
37.AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC (LONG BEACH) AND QUEEN MARY II
38.LOS ANGELES ZOO (parking site for Griffith Observatory/Hollywood bowl)
39.GENE AUTREY WESTERN MUSEUM
40.HIKE UP MT. LEE AND VISIT BRONSON (BATMAN) CAVES
41.U.S.C. / U.C.L.A. FOOTBALL, LA COLUSIUM OR ROSE BOWL
42.PETERSEN AUTO MUSEUM (car “rallys” from Huntington Beach)
43.HOLLYWOOD PARK RACE TRACK
44.DANA POINT WHALE WATCHING (75 MILLES SOUTH)
45.SAN SIMEON (250 MILES NORTH)
46.HUNTINGTON LIBRARY AND GARDENS (San Marino)
47.HOLLYWOOD WAX MUSEUM AND KODAK THEATER TOUR
48.DRIVE MULLHOLLAND DRIVE
49.RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT MUSEUM
50.COMMERCE CASINO CLUB, COMMERCE, CALI….
51.SANTA ANITA RACE TRACK, ARCADIA, CALI….
52.FRED SEGAL
53.REDONDO BEACH PIER
54.BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL,Polo Lounge
55.BICYCLE CLUB CASINO (BELL GARDENS, CA.)
56.MT. WILSON OBSERVATORY-(UCLA Astronomy-Cal.Rt #2))
57.HOLLYWOOD SIGN HIKE AND PICS, L.A.PICS
58.BEACH BONFIRE—MONTHY SPECIAL
(FREE WOOD AND HOTDOGS)
59.DRIVE ON PISMO BEACH-MENTION U SAW THIS AD…lol
60.HELICOPTER TOUR OF L.A.(cheaper than you think and cool too)
61.GONDOLA RIDE AT NAPLES ISLAND (ALIMITOS BAY)
62. RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
63. HAUNTED HOLLYWOOD TOUR
64. CHINA TOWN
65. ROCKWALK
66. DRIVE CAR ON PISMO BEACH (Last chance)
67. MELROSE TRADING POST (SATURDAYS ONLY) OR
Pasadena FLEA Market (Alternate Sundays ???)
68 EL CAPITAN THEATER (DISNEY MOVIES)
69. DOMINATOR SHIP WRECK HIKE
70. TILMANN JAPANESE GARDEN (SAN FERNANDO VALLEY)
71. LITTLE TOKYO
72 FASHION DISTRICT—LA FASHION WEEK (BARGAINS)
ACTIVITIES under probationary consideration—- LOL
A. Volley Ball and tournaments-(Huntington Beach)
B. Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles (need comments)
C. Travel Town Railroad Museum
D. KBF Soak City, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
E. Ontario Mills Outlet—(173 stores)
F. Discovery Science Center (OC)
G. Goodyear Blimp Ride
H. Grauman’s Egyptian Theater…
Please send good ideas I have forgotten…Thanks.
What's Phoenix life like?
I am planning on ,moving to Phoenix in a year from Indiana. I would really like some honest opinions about the area. I hope you will get back to me!
Posted by Nikki
Pros:
- I love the scenery with the mountains, palm trees and amazing red/gold sunsets.
- It is a relatively new city which means a lot of new buildings, well maintained freeways and roads and clean streets.
- It is very affordable with a low cost of living.
- It is very easy to understand the layout of the city roads and rare to get lost.
- There are tons of golf courses, amazing resorts/spas, lots of restaurants, great outdoor malls such as the Biltmore Fashion Park and Tempe Marketplace and hiking trails.
- While the nightlife might not be as great as that found in other cities there are still plenty of bars and clubs. Scottsdale and Tempe have the highest congregation of bars/clubs.
- In the summer, Northern Arizona offers a chance to escape the heat with cooler temps in the 70s.
- In a matter of two hours, I can enjoy the red rocks of Sedona, AZ, skiing in Flagstaff, AZ, the beautiful pine trees and camping in the Mogollon Rim.
- Despite what others might lead you to believe, I have always felt very safe here and Phoenix has a relatively low rate of violent crimes.
- There are absolutely no natural disasters to worry about.
- About seven to eight months out of the year, the weather is absolutely incredible. Nothing beats enjoying the 70 degree weather and making fun of my friends dealing with snowstorms.
- Rocky Point, San Diego, LA and Vegas are a mere 3-6 hrs driving distance away.
- There are lots of grocery stores and shopping centers practically on every corner.
- Park and Ride with Rapid bus service and light rail.
- There are speed radar cameras on practically every freeway and on a lot of the surface roads.
Cons:
- Being the fifth largest growing city in the United States translates into lots of traffic and idiots who really can not drive. Road rage is a big issue here.
- The city is so spread out that getting from one place to another is a huge pain.
- The 110+ degree weather in the summer feels like I am being cooked in an oven and can last for four long months.
- Phoenix has a very high rate of auto theft.
- There are as many bad areas as there are good ones. Stick to North Phoenix, limited parts of Central and downtown Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Paradise Valley and the Biltmore area when actually in Phoenix. The metro areas such as Chandler, Scottsdale, Peoria and Tempe are good for the most part.
- There is not a lot of culture to be experienced here and yes, there are unfortunately lots of people who are very superficial and materialistic especially in Scottsdale aka Snottsdale/Snobsville.
- Despite all the renovations, downtown still does not really have much to offer except a venue for sporting events and theatre shows.
- Beware of scorpions and spiders during summer time.
Lot of people live here from Oct-May and then move out of this place to escape the hot sun. I love it here.
Good Luck!
What to expect from grand theft auto IV?
What might the story be
which consoles
who will i be
what city will i be in
i know i'm asking almost a year too early. But i just beat vice city stories 62% and i'm bored as hell
only 62% because i cheated.
Posted by the one and only robertc1985
Grand Theft Auto IV (GTA IV) is the upcoming tenth installment of the Grand Theft Auto video game franchise, announced to be released by Rockstar Games on October 16, 2007 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. It has been confirmed that GTA IV will run on the RAGE game engine, the same engine that powered Rockstar Games Presents Table Tennis. The game is being written by Rockstar president Dan Houser.
Lazlow Jones, who has played the voice of the radio presenter 'Lazlow' in GTA III, Vice City, San Andreas, Liberty City Stories and Vice City Stories, is labeled as part of the cast for the game. Also listed as part of the GTA IV cast is Navid Khonsari
Some things that seem to be offered in the new GTA will be:
The ability to save your cars so that even if you leave them or explode them, they will be back at your garage.
The ability to throw things at people who are chasing you.
Snow.
Ping Pong mini game.
Even MORE cheat codes. (hehehe)
The graphics will be improved with lots less Glitch and Blue Heaven places.
Rag Doll Physics.
The game has been announced for XBOX 360 and PS2.
They have been working on GTA 4
Rumours and speculation
* On December 17 and December 21, 2003, Take-Two Interactive registered the trademarks GTA: Bogota and GTA: Tokyo.[7] Some people have assumed this could be a hint towards the next Grand Theft Auto game, though it is possible they were actually reserved for the making of GTA: San Andreas. While the trademarks were not used for the series' fifth installment, the possibility remains open that GTA IV could take place in one or both of the two cities. Some fans of the series note, however, that ever since Grand Theft Auto: London, 1969, no actual city (or city name) has been used in a game and that Rockstar North will most likely continue this tradition, although the cities of Liberty City, Vice City, Los Santos, San Fierro and Las Venturas have been based on New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Las Vegas respectively. A recent poll in Electronic Gaming Monthly showed that a majority of readers would like to see GTA IV take place "Across the U.S.A.".[citation needed] It should be noted that Electronic Gaming Monthly is a US based magazine, and therefore does not necessarily reflect international opinion.
* In December 2004, games industry trade paper MCV claimed that "sources close to the project" suggested "the team is looking beyond the US for the setting of the next title, with Europe a strong contender[8]." Furthermore, in December 2005, The Inquirer also claimed that GTA would be set in London, and that the game would be split into sub-regions of London, for example the East End, West End and City of Westminster.[9]
* It is possible that GTA IV will be a MMOG, due to network programming job positions that have been posted on Rockstar North's website.[10] Considering the content of the previous games, however, a 100% online game is unlikely as certain tasks would be impossible. When asked by Game Informer magazine about an online GTA game, Sam Houser mentioned Everquest as a possible source of inspiration: "just giving people deathmatch, or even a cooperative deathmatch – that's not GTA." Ironically, the developer of the original Grand Theft Auto, David Jones, is working on APB, a MMO clone of Grand Theft Auto III, due 2007.
* Although a PC version has yet to be announced, all the games of the series (except those released for the PSP), (GTA III, Vice City and San Andreas) were released for PC within a year of their console releases. (See the release date for the PC version of the previous versions)
* The fact that the voice artists announced as featuring in GTA IV have both previously featured in USA-based GTA games might suggest that GTA IV will also be set in the States. However, many countries worldwide are subjected to American culture and media, so a non-American setting is still quite possible.
* CG Environment artist Craig Kerr has recently been employed by Rockstar North and several images from his portfolio are available online, possibly giving some hint as to the graphical quality that might be seen in the next GTA installment. While the environments shown appear to be based on the United Kingdom, Kerr states that they were the works that got him his job. They may be an indication of the current locale for GTA IV. [11]
* Rockstar have announced that they have "no plans" to release a port of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories on the PS2. This is most likely due to the fact that the majority of Rockstar's development resources are now being focused on the development of GTA IV [12] and the poor response to Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories being ported to the PS2.
* According to an interview between Nintendo of America's president, Reggie Fils-Aime, and MTV, Nintendo is willing to put M-rated content on the Wii. He also stated having talks with Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar. This has led to some speculation that the next GTA game could possibly be available on the Wii as well. [13]
* Rockstar has recently announced the upcoming release of a new game, L.A. Noire, which is based in 1940s Los Angeles, which would suggest that GTA IV is unlikely to be set in the same era or locale, contrary to certain internet rumours.
* A lot of gamers speculate that new screenshots and information may be released by early 2007, considering that in recent GTA games, the first batch of information was released between March and May.
* Some speculate that the game will take place in the fictional Carcer City due to the numerous references to the city in the San Andreas installment in the game.
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