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Please, for the love of god, please!
Papa needs a new pair a shoes / lcd!
That is the coolest thing I have ever seen in my entire life. Finally, someone harnesses the power of next generation technology to bring Motorhead tattoo's to a wider audience. Btw, this is the best video ever:

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Unfortunately, the folks at Mini have decided not to bring their new technology to the states. Looks like I'll be getting a new Honda Fit next year! See below for an email exchange with corporate.

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Hi Ryan,

Thanks for contacting MINI. We certainly appreciate your interest in the MINI Cooper.

The regenerative braking and start-stop technology is being implemented in the European spec MINIs for the time being. While our executive level has decided not to bring this technology to U.S. spec vehicles, we are looking into many new ideas for the future of MINI. Please stay in touch with us through MINIUSA.com for updates.

If there are further questions I can assist with, please feel free to drop me an e-mail. I am happy to lend a hand.

LET’S MOTOR.
Patrick Hodges
MINI Customer Relations and Services
Representative
866.ASK.MINI (275-6464)

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From: xxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: 6/18/2007 12:00:00 AM
To: mini.assistanceaskminiusa.com
Subject: Questions about our cars

First name: Ryan
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question/comment:
I was reading about Mini's plan to implement regenerative braking and a start-stop technology into its vehicles later this year. I was wondering if this applies to cars in the U.S. as well and, if not, why not? I think these features would be huge selling points among all audiences.
Good lord I hope there's one left next August when I get a real job! So sexy!
god i hope so. i don't even play quake iv online anymore because after one or two games i just constantly get the 'connecting to game' screen and then 'xbox live has encountered an error' over and over and over. so frustrating.
Gamertag : The Consummator Zone : Pro Games : COD2, Q4, PGR3, Madden
Let the hive mind of Engadget get that for you.
"What is the best wireless surround sound speaker solution? I have a home theater where running wires is just not feasible. I have my own speakers, so I don't want a system that has speakers with integrated wireless. I've done a far amount of research and have only come across a few companies that even offer a reasonable solution: KEF, Kenwood and Rocketfish. Is there anything else out there? What do you recommend? Thank you!"

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