Author: JD

2014 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

THIS USE TO BE ONE OF THE MOST WANTED CARS IN HIGH SCHOOL AND THE HOOD,CAR CLUBS ECT…..DO YOU SEE THAT HAPPENING AGAIN ? Coming up its 40th anniversary, VW is getting ready to take the wraps off the seventh generation of its speedy hatchback. The 2014 Volkswagen GTI (€28,000; roughly $36,000) is the first GTI to arrive with two power options: a 220 hp 2.0L TSI engine standard, which is cranked up to 230hp with the optional performance pack. Even with the power improvements, the new hatch offers improved fuel economy of up to 39 mpg with the six-speed manual and 36.8 with the six-speed, dual-clutch DSG transmission. Other features include sports seats with the “Clark” tartan pattern, red ambient lighting, a GTI shifter knob and instrument cluster, stainless-steel pedals, Climatronic climate control, a touchscreen infotainment system, and heated front seats. Arriving in Germany in May; look for it stateside sometime after that

SXSW Education Conference X Austin, TX March 4

At the SXSW Education Conference in Austin March 4, i will participate in a panel, ”Saving America’s Black Boys.” i will discuss how social media communities like Global 14 create opportunities for emerging entrepreneurs to succeed. The panel occurs at the Austin Hilton Downtown Salon E at 3:00 p.m. More about the panel here: http://goo.gl/TAcqx

Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6×6

THIS ON THE STREETS IS GONNA LOOK CRAZY !!!! Thought the new G65 AMG was the craziest G-Wagen Mercedes could come up with? Meet the street-legal G63 AMG 6×6. The 5.5L twin-turbo V8 sends 536 hp and and 560 lb-ft of torque to G’s six wheels allowing you to have total on and off-road domination. Est £350,000

QUOTE OF THE DAY

“Remember always that you have not only the right to be an individual; you have an obligation to be one. You cannot make any useful contribution in life unless you do this.” -Eleanor Roosevelt

Vans Syndicate x Mike Hill Authentic Pro “S” – Mint/Vanilla

SWAG!!!! Vans Syndicate partners with Mike Hill, the art director of Alien Workshop, for this gorgeous Authentic Pro “S.” The sneaker features a canvas upper with tonal stitching and hiker laces, old paper machie board graphic footbeds and lining art. Also, the mint/vanilla colorway sees vulcanized sole construction with traditional Vans waffle gum grip, a red rear rubber badge; included with each purchase is a shoe bag and DIY rubber stamp kit. Please visit Flatspot to purchase.