Making rounds

I get reminded every so often that I have a blog and come back to write. I'm busier than ever lately but that also means more to write about I suppose. I'm taking two classes at VT, I have a job with an electric motor R&D company around 20 hours a week, and I attempt to go to ministry training at 7:15 on Monday and Wednesday, which is where I should be as I write this.

I guess for now I will just post up the latest addition to the garage though, a 1996 BMW M3. Yes, yes, (gasp!) it's not turbocharged! I hope it will be someday though ;).



It needs a lot of little things fixed but I think it was a really great deal. I really am thrilled with this car, it's everything it is hyped up to be. It's not THAT fast but it's fast enough to be a lot of fun. The suspension and steering are the strongest points of the car, and the interior and controls are really well thought out and engineered.

Following with my turbo obession, has anyone seen ads for the new Chevrolet Cruze?



I like the hatchback a lot but it might be a while (if ever) for it to get to North America. It's being offered with a new 1.4L Turbocharged 4 cylinder, not a fan of the sedan really but I'm glad someone is going with the ultra small turbocharged engine idea. I think it's a good direction to go but the fuel economy still needs to go further (unfortunately that is usually handicapped by exterior design of the car and weight). Apparently they're making an "Eco" trim level that has some active aerodynamic features.