Well, I’m Definitely Never Texting While Driving Again!
***Warning, if you have a weak stomach I suggest NOT watching this video!
The United Kingdom released this Public Service Announcement to send a VERY realistic message about texting while driving. It was released awhile ago but has recently resurfaced, causing quite a dispute in USA as to whether this PSA is too graphic for teens to view. The 4 minute film shows a dramatization of the consequences of what could happen while texting and driving. This video definitely left a lasting impression on me and from here on out, I know I’m going to think twice before picking up my cell to send a text!
Drift Alliance Contest at Formula D, Seattle
“During the 2009 Formula D season, All competing DA drivers will be participating in a private point series among the family. At every FD event, 1st through 3rd (5,7,10pts.) will be given out for average speed through the course, and a concours de jour to be determined (10pts.). In Seattle, the special contest was for the closest to the 2nd outer clip in each driver’s highest ranked qualifying run.” – Wrecked Magazine
http://www.wreckedmagazine.com/video/mediaplayer.swf
Drift Alliance Contest in Formula D Seattle
Q&A with Playboy Model, Danielle McCarthy
Visit MySpace to check out more photos of Danielle McCarthy!
HR: How long have you been modeling?
DM: I have only been modeling since May 2009 when I got hired as a Playboy Model.
HR: How did you get your first break?
DM: I got a position as a model with playboy because I had entered myself into a Playboy Casting Call back in March 2009. I went in with experience in modeling and with a positive attitude
HR: What is the best/worst part about being a model?
DM: I haven’t had much experience with modeling, so far I like the ability to design my own scenes for a shoot and also the opportunity to do my own hair and make up, as well as meeting people and having fun on set.
HR: What was it like the first time you posed for Playboy?
DM: My first time shooting with Playboy was full of excitement and very comfortable. Everything was organized and the employees were very out going
HR: What did your parents think when you told them you were posing for Playboy?
DM: When my parents had first found out that I had posed for playboy, they were quite shocked and a little upset. First of all, I hadn’t told them I was going to the casting call. Secondly, I just never mentioned the fact about Playboy at all. Therefore, my consequence of them finding out was quite entertaining. They found my pictures on file through my Aunts computer and had called me with the results of their actions. Overall, my parents got over their worries of my exposure in Playboy and now support my modeling. We will see how much more they support my modeling when my work has been published.
HR: Do you consider yourself high maintenance?
DM: Putting myself in a high maintenance category is definitely acceptable. I do consider myself a perfectionist when it comes to most things that I do. Especially times when I expose myself in public or when it comes to my personal things at home. I keep my things looking fresh and organized. I am also very outgoing, I don’t mind walking out side or going out to places in comfortable sweats and tennies.
HR: What do you like to do in your spare time?
DM: When I am not working my jobs, shooting in a photoshoot or working an event; I love to watch movies, relax with my friends and family. Most of my free time goes to doing extreme activities like rock climbing, motocross events, car shows, 4-wheeling with friends, road trips etc.
HR: If you had never become a model where do you see yourself now?
DM: If I hadn’t started to model, I believe right now I would be still working all my jobs like normal and working more in the studio with music.
HR: If you could have any car in the world, what would it be?
DM: Any car in the world….hmmm…I am so fascinated with cars that there are so many I would love to have. Already, I have had 6 nice vehicles. I honestly like driving larger SUV’s that I would go for a Range Rover or a brand new Alison Dirmax diesel truck, lifted and powder coated, fully loaded and have the newest and most accurate programmer!
HR: What is your guilty pleasure?
DM: There’s nothing like watching an action filled movie, while lying in bed eating a pint of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream!
HR: What is your most embarrassing moment?
DM: Most embarrassing moment, I am quite the clumsy girl so I have a few horrible but funny moments in my past. One embarrassing moment that has happened to me was when I went on a snow trip with my church, we went skiing and snow boarding. Well I was getting ready to get on the lift and I ended up missing the lift but my partner go on, so I had to wait for the next one to swing around and then I get on and get my ski stuck so it feel off when I was already leaving the ground so the workers had me go up the lifts with one ski once I got to the top I had to wave my hands to get the attention of the people at the top to tell them to slow down the lift and I had to ski down from the lift with one ski and I look behind and of course there’s two teenagers all decked out in equipment hold my ski they handed it to me then laughed….so I laughed it off and ended up kicking butt going down a diamond;)
HR: Who is your biggest inspiration/role model?
DM: My biggest role model would have to only be my mom. She has pulled it together through the worst times and made the great times the best times of my life she is a mother of six, 5 girls & one boy, even though we have a big family she still works two jobs, Sunday school teacher and the house is always spotless and dinner is made every night with yummy gourmet food!
HR: If there was something you wanted the world to know about you what would it be?
DM: I have been competing in vocal competitions since I have been 5 years old, I won Miss Jr. Teen California 2002, I have been ice skating since two years old I used to compete, and I danced competitively age two till sixteen.
HR: What do you look for in a guy…what are you turn ons/turn offs?
DM: I look for great smile, active with friends and family, has a hobby that I am able to enjoy as well, clean and organized. Someone who isn’t relying on parents for their belongings or with money, hard worker, humor and a gentlemen.
HR: Finish this statement…if I were stuck on a deserted island and could only take 3 things, they would be…
DM: If I were left on a deserted island I would take three things with me, my inhaler because I would be running around to let out my energy, a tool box to use when needing to build a new home and boat and red bull so I can fly away!
Another Canadian Victory for Matt Waldin!
This past weekend in Toronto, Ontario Matt Waldin took 1st place for the second time in a row. Waldin has been dominating the Canadian drifting scene this year, driving the Mishimoto/Tuner Icons 350Z. The victory this past weekend keeps Waldin at the top of the championship points leaderboard. We wish Matt the best of luck winning the championship on September 7th in Montreal.
Check out the album on www.Myspace.com/GOMISHI for more event photos!
X Games – ACP/NOS Evo Takes Hard Landing
While taking a jump during a morning practice run at the X Games, Andrew Comrie-Picard and the NOS Energy Drink Evo landed nose first, causing significant damage to the front end.
No surprise the Mishimoto Radiator was destroyed during the hard landing, but despite the damage it was still able to hold pressure!
‘MishiMotorports’ Dual Pass Radiator Now Available
We have just released a universal radiator perfect for any vehicle competing in motorsports. The ‘MishiMotorports’ all-aluminum dual pass race radiator measures 26″ x 17″ x 3.5″ and has 3 rows. Kyle Mohan has been running this radiator in his Mazdatrix RX8 for the entire Formula Drift season and couldn’t be happier with the cooling efficiency!
Click HERE to check out the product page!
Giant Waterslide Jump
Craaazy video!!!http://www.todaysbigthing.com/betamax/betamax.swf?item_id=1980&fullscreen=1
Chicago D1GP Video
http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=5969644&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=&fullscreen=1
D1GP Chicago, IL drifting by the Tuner Icons and Mishimoto Crew from Import Intelligence on Vimeo.
Now Offering Sponsorships for Vehicles on Display at SEMA 2009
Is your car going to be featured this year at SEMA 2009? If so, Mishimoto Automotive is offering full product sponsorships for those who qualify. To submit your requests please include the vehicle year, make, model, a few photos, and where your car will be located. Please send all entries to Press@mishimoto.com.
