Cars That Save Lives

Not only do the rich have to worry about going broke, but they have to worry about those who'd much rather kill them, than take their worldly possessions. If you like movies like I do, then you might remember a scene from the Harrison Ford movie "Clear & Present Danger."  There was one spot while they were driving in armoured suburban trucks when all hell broke loose. It was a great old fashioned shoot out---south of the border style.  But it brings me to my current topic: How safe are we?

We talk about airbags, crumple zones, ABS, traction control and all the other assorted gizmos that companies put into their vehicles to make us better drivers. How can those help us when a kidnapper or even worse, a terrorist wants to take our life?  Enter a few companies in the USA and abroad like Mutec and Texas Armouring Corporation.  They take our everyday cars/trucks and our not-so everyday vehicles like Rolls-Royce, Bentley and Maybach, and they turn them into veritable rolling tanks with glass.   The clip included here features a beautiful Rolls-Royce Phantom getting pounded by bullets or various calibers and even grenades underneath the chassis. "News" of lower profile people being targeted by drug cartels in foreign nations, has caused an increase in traffic for companies like those mentioned above. Bullet proof "cars" are no longer for the rich & famous or politicians; in fact, a great deal of business comes from small business owners and upper management types who feel the need for this level of protection.

If you have the means to afford such protection and the real threats that many of their clients have on their lives, maybe its time you make a call to one of those companies and see what their expertise and your wallet can bring to your driving experience.

Car Lovers News

Calling all "car" lovers, if you've seen the new Bentley GT 2011, you're no doubt excited about the changes they made.  I'm happy to note that the front fascia is more upright like traditional Bentley's, but, much to my displeasure, the interior area near the arm rest hasn't changed at all.  If you watched the Fifth Gear video review of the previous model, you'll see how it squeaks as your arm rest on the leather section. Then there is the backseats---if you can call them seats. Its no real purpose to them since even kids can't sit back there with any comfort.

I consider myself a Bentley "lover" on a buick budget. *insert laughter* Yes, its true. We all haven't hit the lotto or created the next world changing social networking site to bring in the cash to afford this beauty. The "news" about the impending release of this fresher model has fine young millionaires, getting their Amex cards all charged up and ready to purchase!  Lets just hope the next purchase will be by yours truly. Knock on wood:)

My dream is for the designers at Bentley to listen to their owners and fans and bring back the muscular, alpha-male coupe of the mid nineties. Too many people that i've talked to have said this "car" looks too feminine for their liking.....and I tend to agree.  Take a look at the Continental T from 1998 and you'll see what I mean.  Its brauny with a very upright style to the grill and headlamp area. The current iteration of this vehicle looks more Ferrari than british luxury sport coupe and that's a shame.  But what do I know? The sales volume for the previous model speaks for itself. They are selling like hotcakes and that trend isn't likely to diminish anytime soon.