Apparently, we’re about to release hundreds of thousands of genetically modified mosquitoes in Key West. [Blaze]
The subject of gun control and the gun culture has come up with regard to the Jevon Belcher shooting. It’s no surprise to me that athletes are more likely to own guns, but I am pretty surprised that three out of four do. I have to say that I find it particularly troubling to link events like this to gun control. The arguments for Loughner/Aurora-type shootings are smaller. Murder-suicides can occur with private possession of any gun at any time. [USA Today]
Americans, from a Russian perspective [NYT].
Above Singapore, will there be a green mega-city rising? A part of me is always skeptical of this sort of central planning, but I am always interesting in seeing and learning from the results. And I prefer them to be happening in some other country. [Guardian]
Even if the FCC thinks the in-flight ban of electronics is dumb. I’m increasingly concerned that the airlines themselves will be a roadblock as they make money selling you satellite TV that keep you entertained for take-off and landing. [CNN]
In the relative peace-time drawdown, the army is looking to cut loose people that are obese or overweight. Here is why that might be a bad idea. [WaPo] [Starting Strength]
Is 200,000 miles the new normal for cars? My second-to-last car went 200k. My last car may well make it there. As someone who believes in driving cars into the ground whenever possible, I think this is fantastic. [Allstate Blog]
Fortune has a glowing article on Subaru. I hadn’t realize that the shift towards being more affordable was recent. I am grateful, as it’s one of the primary reasons I own a Subaru. [Fortune]
In New Zealand, they’re teaching dogs to drive cars. [Daily Mail]
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My ’01 Saturn is still running great and has 150,000 miles on it. If I can get another 50k-100k miles out of it , I’ll be thrilled.
It’s been such a great car, I kind of wish Saturn is out of business because I’d actually consider looking at them when it comes time to buy a new one. I guess it’s back to the Toyota dealership instead. 🙂
I hadn’t realize that the shift towards being more affordable was recent. I am grateful, as it’s one of the primary reasons I own a Subaru. [Fortune]
You know, that article probably explains why the Outback leases are so expensive. Admittedly, renting the Outback for that trip to Montreal is what lead to me to become pro-Subaru, but I’ve seen far too many horror stories about the older models eating gaskets and burning oil. As I’ve said before, I’d prefer the Mazda 3 over the Impreza, but the Legacy over anything else, and the Outback period over any SUV on the market.
FWIW, some Subaru fans have alleged that watering down the cars for mass market consumption has led to increased sales, so while sales are increasing, hardcore fans seem to be less impressed, but again, they’re reluctant to leave because nobody else sells a boxer engine with AWD.
Is 200,000 miles the new normal for cars?
We’ll see if my Saturn will make it that far. I’m at 160K now, but I’m burning oil like crazy, and I really couldn’t be bothered with engine repair that could cost twice the value of the car.
BTW, Abel, watch the oil consumption on your car. 🙂
It’s no surprise to me that athletes are more likely to own guns, but I am pretty surprised that three out of four do.
Take kids from bad neighbourhoods that glorify guns, hand them money that allows them to buy lots of guns, and have them run around with some of the same crew after they’re handed guns and money. You’re going to get some of the typical urban violence issues, but with athletes instead of bored kids.
FWIW, some Subaru fans have alleged that watering down the cars for mass market consumption has led to increased sales, so while sales are increasing, hardcore fans seem to be less impressed, but again, they’re reluctant to leave because nobody else sells a boxer engine with AWD.
Having only had one model, I don’t have anything to compare it to. Where are they saying the sacrifices were made? (I will say the stereo system – prior to upgrade – was the weakest I’ve heard in a long time or ever. It’s sad when you’re being blown out of the water by a 90s-model Ford compact. But that’s the only obvious corner cut.)
You’re going to get some of the typical urban violence issues, but with athletes instead of bored kids.
I’d add to that you’re probably also dealing with a group of people with higher-range testosterone.
Where are they saying the sacrifices were made?
The overall complaint seems to be that they’re blander looking and feel less rugged compared to the previous models.
As for the sound systems, supposedly, the Japanese models don’t use the same systems, and they’re much better McIntosh units for the premium upgrades…
The overall complaint seems to be that they’re blander looking and feel less rugged compared to the previous models.
That seems about right. I do like the trappings of the old models better. But the new models offer more utility (more space, better mileage, etc.).