Mika
11-18-2007, 05:04 AM
Today’s Birthdays / Calendar (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2007-11-18&c=1)
http://www.prissypotz.com/images/ED_cake_slice.jpg
BMW in the News
leftlane.com (http://www.leftlanenews.com/bmw-puts-fourth-brand-on-hold-for-now.html)
BMW puts fourth brand on hold – for now
TED (http://www.ted.com/index.php/pages/view/id/5): Ideas worth spreading
TED Blog (http://blog.ted.com/),Conferences (http://www.ted.com/index.php/pages/view/id/7), Themes (http://www.ted.com/index.php/themes), Talks (http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks) and Speakers (http://www.ted.com/index.php/speakers)
BMW AG: Share price performance (http://www.bmwgroup.com/e/nav/index.html?../0_0_www_bmwgroup_com/home/home.html&source=overview)
BMW Press: News and press releases from the official BMW sources
PressClub Canada
2008 BMW X3 and X5 earn IIHS' 2008 Top Safety Pick Award
Vehicles Bestowed Highest Rating of "Good" for Frontal Offset, Side Impact and Rear Crash Protection Performance
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - November 15, 2007... BMW of North America today announced that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 the top rating of "Good" in each of its series of crash tests, earning both vehicles the Institute's coveted TOP SAFETY PICK Award.
Receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK for the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 vehicles is one of many achievements that BMW has earned from the IIHS over the years. In fact-as a result of IIHS' crash tests in 2000-the 2001 BMW X5 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK, as well as the unique distinction of not only being the best SUV, but also being the best vehicle ever tested by IIHS to that point.
The Institute rates vehicles "Good," "Acceptable," "Marginal" or "Poor" based on performance in high-speed Frontal Offset and Side Impact crash tests as well as an evaluation of the vehicle's Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraints, which protect against neck injuries in rear impact crashes. In order for a vehicle to become a TOP SAFETY PICK, it must earn "Good" ratings in all three Institute tests. Additionally, as of 2007, winning vehicles must also offer Electronic Stability Control (ESC) - a feature that both the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 offer with enhancements over previous models. The necessity for this feature is based on Institute research indicating that ESC significantly reduces crash risk, especially the risk of fatal single vehicle crashes, by helping drivers maintain control of their vehicles during emergency maneuvers.
"We are proud to receive the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's TOP SAFETY PICK for both the 2008 BMW X3 and X5," said Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO, BMW (US) Holding Corp. "Achieving these top ratings is evidence of the excellent safety and crash protection provided by the X3 and X5 SAVs and is a true testament to BMW's dedication to providing a safe and superior driving experience."
Receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK for the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 vehicles is one of many achievements that BMW has earned from the IIHS over the years. In fact-as a result of IIHS' crash tests in 2000-the 2001 BMW X5 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK, as well as the unique distinction of not only being the best SUV, but also being the best vehicle ever tested by IIHS to that point.
BMW Sauber F1: Website (http://www.bmw-sauber-f1.com/en/index.html)
BMW Motorsport (http://bmw-motorsport.com/ms/en/index.html)
BMW Yachtsport (http://bmw-yachtsport.com/ys/en/index.html)
BMW Golfsport (http://bmw-golfsport.com/gs/en/index.html)
BMW Oracle Racing (http://bmworacleracing.com/en/index.html?track.refer=)
BMW Sport website ( http://bmw-sports.com/en/index.html)
News:
webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/Moto-Guzzi-motorcycles/2008-moto-guzzi/)
2008 Moto Guzzis
myrtlebeachonline.com (http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/business/story/253240.html)
Harley hits speed bump
bikelawblog.com (http://www.bikerlawblog.com/index.php/biker_laws/2007/11/16/do_not_ride_your_motorcycle_in_the_state)
Do not ride your Motorcycle in the state of California without having mandatory minimum Liability Isurance!
bikes.drive.com.au (http://bikes.drive.com.au/editorial/articleDetail.aspx?articleID=38367)
12 Motorbikes that changed the world
Cage World
onio.com (http://www.ohio.com/business/11513911.html)
Are ultra-cheap cars on the horizon?
autobloggreen.com (http://www.autobloggreen.com/2007/11/17/german-automakers-emit-the-most-co2-among-european-automakers/)
German automakers emit the most CO2 among European automakers
classicrallies.com (http://www.classicrallies.com/blog/index.php?/archives/928-The-Goodwood-Revival,-the-worlds-most-authentic-historic-motor-race-event.html)
The Goodwood Revival, the world’s most authentic historic motor race event
Dukes of Hazards BMW version.
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jsonline.com (http://www.jsonline.com/index/index.aspx?id=44)
Packers Plus Online
The News-Record – Gillette Wyoming (http://www.gillettenewsrecord.com/news/)
Bike Reviews:
motorcycle-usa.com (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=5570)
Memorable Motorcycles: Hypermotard
topspeed.com (http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/motorcycle-reviews/triumph/triumph-street-triple-ar45674.html)
Triumph Street Triple Preview
Feature:
motorcyclenews.com (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/mcn/2007/November/november12-18/nov1707ecosseheretictitanium/?&R=EPI-97080)
The world’s most expensive bike
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/204572/images/ECOSSE.jpg
Blog Update (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?p=225349&posted=1#post225349)
Foreign Language Blogs (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?p=225351&posted=1#post225351)
Gear:
webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/heated-motorcycle-clothing/tourmaster-synergy/vest.htm)
Tourmaste Synergy Heated Vest
Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City (http://www.overheardinnewyork.com/)
Photography / Video:
Links to the Photo Assignment threads:
11/17/2007 ( http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21734): Triangle
11/10/2007 ( http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21574): Harmony
11/03/2007 ( http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21441): Pure & Simple
10/27/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21286): Open Wide
10/19/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21141): Shadow of a Doubt
10/13/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20999&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Group Dynamic
10/06/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20845&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Blue
09/29/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20687&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Evolution
09/22/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20513&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Balance
09/15/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20361&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Where I Want to Be
09/08/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20239&highlight=Photo+Assignment): A Long Way to Go
M.R. Traveler
US Forest Service Fall Color Hotline (http://www.fs.fed.us/news/fallcolors/)
na.fs.fed.us (http://www.na.fs.fed.us/spfo/pubs/misc/leaves/leaves.htm)
Why Leaves Change Color?
If you want the latest leaf color reports ...
NY 800-225-5697
VT 800-837-6668
MA 800-227-6277
ME 800-777-0317
RI 401-222-2601
CT 800-282-6863
The Best Fall Foliage Sites in America (http://www.travelnotes.org/Travel/sep16.htm)
Today’s RoadFood.com ( http://www.roadfood.com/)
Woot
Todays Woot ( http://www.woot.com/Default.aspx)
The Blog ( http://www.woot.com/Blog/Default.aspx)
xkcd (http://www.xkcd.com/) A webcomic of Romance, Sarcasm, Math and Language
Sluggy Freelance (http://www.sluggy.com/)
Bike Candy:
http://www.vintagebike.co.uk/Bike%20Directories/BMW%20Bikes/images/BMW-R65LS-83-2.jpg
via: Vintagebike.co.uk – 1983 BMW R65LS
THE END (http://www.asperasoft.com/images/EndToEnd.jpg)
http://www.prissypotz.com/images/ED_cake_slice.jpg
BMW in the News
leftlane.com (http://www.leftlanenews.com/bmw-puts-fourth-brand-on-hold-for-now.html)
BMW puts fourth brand on hold – for now
TED (http://www.ted.com/index.php/pages/view/id/5): Ideas worth spreading
TED Blog (http://blog.ted.com/),Conferences (http://www.ted.com/index.php/pages/view/id/7), Themes (http://www.ted.com/index.php/themes), Talks (http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks) and Speakers (http://www.ted.com/index.php/speakers)
BMW AG: Share price performance (http://www.bmwgroup.com/e/nav/index.html?../0_0_www_bmwgroup_com/home/home.html&source=overview)
BMW Press: News and press releases from the official BMW sources
PressClub Canada
2008 BMW X3 and X5 earn IIHS' 2008 Top Safety Pick Award
Vehicles Bestowed Highest Rating of "Good" for Frontal Offset, Side Impact and Rear Crash Protection Performance
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - November 15, 2007... BMW of North America today announced that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 the top rating of "Good" in each of its series of crash tests, earning both vehicles the Institute's coveted TOP SAFETY PICK Award.
Receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK for the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 vehicles is one of many achievements that BMW has earned from the IIHS over the years. In fact-as a result of IIHS' crash tests in 2000-the 2001 BMW X5 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK, as well as the unique distinction of not only being the best SUV, but also being the best vehicle ever tested by IIHS to that point.
The Institute rates vehicles "Good," "Acceptable," "Marginal" or "Poor" based on performance in high-speed Frontal Offset and Side Impact crash tests as well as an evaluation of the vehicle's Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraints, which protect against neck injuries in rear impact crashes. In order for a vehicle to become a TOP SAFETY PICK, it must earn "Good" ratings in all three Institute tests. Additionally, as of 2007, winning vehicles must also offer Electronic Stability Control (ESC) - a feature that both the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 offer with enhancements over previous models. The necessity for this feature is based on Institute research indicating that ESC significantly reduces crash risk, especially the risk of fatal single vehicle crashes, by helping drivers maintain control of their vehicles during emergency maneuvers.
"We are proud to receive the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's TOP SAFETY PICK for both the 2008 BMW X3 and X5," said Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO, BMW (US) Holding Corp. "Achieving these top ratings is evidence of the excellent safety and crash protection provided by the X3 and X5 SAVs and is a true testament to BMW's dedication to providing a safe and superior driving experience."
Receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK for the 2008 BMW X3 and X5 vehicles is one of many achievements that BMW has earned from the IIHS over the years. In fact-as a result of IIHS' crash tests in 2000-the 2001 BMW X5 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK, as well as the unique distinction of not only being the best SUV, but also being the best vehicle ever tested by IIHS to that point.
BMW Sauber F1: Website (http://www.bmw-sauber-f1.com/en/index.html)
BMW Motorsport (http://bmw-motorsport.com/ms/en/index.html)
BMW Yachtsport (http://bmw-yachtsport.com/ys/en/index.html)
BMW Golfsport (http://bmw-golfsport.com/gs/en/index.html)
BMW Oracle Racing (http://bmworacleracing.com/en/index.html?track.refer=)
BMW Sport website ( http://bmw-sports.com/en/index.html)
News:
webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/Moto-Guzzi-motorcycles/2008-moto-guzzi/)
2008 Moto Guzzis
myrtlebeachonline.com (http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/business/story/253240.html)
Harley hits speed bump
bikelawblog.com (http://www.bikerlawblog.com/index.php/biker_laws/2007/11/16/do_not_ride_your_motorcycle_in_the_state)
Do not ride your Motorcycle in the state of California without having mandatory minimum Liability Isurance!
bikes.drive.com.au (http://bikes.drive.com.au/editorial/articleDetail.aspx?articleID=38367)
12 Motorbikes that changed the world
Cage World
onio.com (http://www.ohio.com/business/11513911.html)
Are ultra-cheap cars on the horizon?
autobloggreen.com (http://www.autobloggreen.com/2007/11/17/german-automakers-emit-the-most-co2-among-european-automakers/)
German automakers emit the most CO2 among European automakers
classicrallies.com (http://www.classicrallies.com/blog/index.php?/archives/928-The-Goodwood-Revival,-the-worlds-most-authentic-historic-motor-race-event.html)
The Goodwood Revival, the world’s most authentic historic motor race event
Dukes of Hazards BMW version.
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http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/182526939-M.gif Packer News (http://www.packers.com/ )
jsonline.com (http://www.jsonline.com/index/index.aspx?id=44)
Packers Plus Online
The News-Record – Gillette Wyoming (http://www.gillettenewsrecord.com/news/)
Bike Reviews:
motorcycle-usa.com (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=5570)
Memorable Motorcycles: Hypermotard
topspeed.com (http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/motorcycle-reviews/triumph/triumph-street-triple-ar45674.html)
Triumph Street Triple Preview
Feature:
motorcyclenews.com (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/mcn/2007/November/november12-18/nov1707ecosseheretictitanium/?&R=EPI-97080)
The world’s most expensive bike
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/204572/images/ECOSSE.jpg
Blog Update (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?p=225349&posted=1#post225349)
Foreign Language Blogs (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?p=225351&posted=1#post225351)
Gear:
webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/heated-motorcycle-clothing/tourmaster-synergy/vest.htm)
Tourmaste Synergy Heated Vest
Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City (http://www.overheardinnewyork.com/)
Photography / Video:
Links to the Photo Assignment threads:
11/17/2007 ( http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21734): Triangle
11/10/2007 ( http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21574): Harmony
11/03/2007 ( http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21441): Pure & Simple
10/27/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21286): Open Wide
10/19/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21141): Shadow of a Doubt
10/13/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20999&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Group Dynamic
10/06/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20845&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Blue
09/29/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20687&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Evolution
09/22/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20513&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Balance
09/15/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20361&highlight=Photo+Assignment): Where I Want to Be
09/08/2007 (http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=20239&highlight=Photo+Assignment): A Long Way to Go
M.R. Traveler
US Forest Service Fall Color Hotline (http://www.fs.fed.us/news/fallcolors/)
na.fs.fed.us (http://www.na.fs.fed.us/spfo/pubs/misc/leaves/leaves.htm)
Why Leaves Change Color?
If you want the latest leaf color reports ...
NY 800-225-5697
VT 800-837-6668
MA 800-227-6277
ME 800-777-0317
RI 401-222-2601
CT 800-282-6863
The Best Fall Foliage Sites in America (http://www.travelnotes.org/Travel/sep16.htm)
Today’s RoadFood.com ( http://www.roadfood.com/)
Woot
Todays Woot ( http://www.woot.com/Default.aspx)
The Blog ( http://www.woot.com/Blog/Default.aspx)
xkcd (http://www.xkcd.com/) A webcomic of Romance, Sarcasm, Math and Language
Sluggy Freelance (http://www.sluggy.com/)
Bike Candy:
http://www.vintagebike.co.uk/Bike%20Directories/BMW%20Bikes/images/BMW-R65LS-83-2.jpg
via: Vintagebike.co.uk – 1983 BMW R65LS
THE END (http://www.asperasoft.com/images/EndToEnd.jpg)