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This is The Morning Shift, our one-stop daily roundup of all the auto news that's actually important — all in one place at 9:00 AM. Or, you could spend all day waiting for other sites to parse it out to you one story at a time. Isn't your time more important?
It's Jalopnik Film Festival day so I'm going to keep this brief.
1st Gear: The 2014 Corvette Stingray Is Shipping
We've told you all you need to know about the 2014 Corvette Stingray, especially if your one of the Corvette faithful who put down a deposit as soon as we posted our renders.
Alas, those who predicted doom and gloom when the design was first shown can probably eat a little crow. The first 1,000 new 'Vettes have been assembled at Bowling Green and are out for delivery.
Expect to see your first cars in driveways soon.
2nd Gear: The Rallycross Sonic Is Awesome
We somehow missed reporting this news, but Global Rallycross will see some challenges to Ford domination when Chevy rolls out its Sonic to compete at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
It's worth nothing that this is the only racing series, I think, where you can see factory-backed Dodges battle it out with Fords and Chevys.
3rd Gear: Honda Recalls Odyssey, Acura MDX For Airbag Defect
I was sort of hoping the first big recall for the Honda Odyssey would involve their vacuum cleaner, but alas, the company is recalling roughly 318,000 of the minivans and about 63,000 Acura MDX CUVs over an airbag defect.
Tokyo-based Honda said it received complaints recently that the airbag opened unnecessarily in the 2003 and 2004 model year Odyssey and the 2003 Acura MDX because the computer chip for airbag deployment was responding to electrical interference.
Worth noting I've had to take my 2000-era Honda in TWICE for airbag-related recalls in the last year.
4th Gear: Car Buyers Are Disloyal, Truck Buyers Love You For Life
It turns out that the J.D. Power Brand Survey shows car buyers don't care where they bought their last car anymore, they just want the best new car. The opposite of this is true for trucks.
On the truck side of the business, however, the situation is quite different. Full-size pickup buyers are extraordinary loyal and stick to their chosen brands. This helps explain why Ford, whose F-150 series is America's best selling vehicle, had the overall industry's highest loyalty rate of 61 percent in 2012.
5th Gear: Ford Investing $678 Million In Canada
While Ford has expanded in the United States, there's no replacement for displacement, if by displacement you mean "manufacturing capacity."
Ford, in a statement, said the investment would increase its annual spending on Canada-made auto parts by about C$200 million to nearly C$4 billion. The company said the investment would secure 2,800 jobs at the plant. Work on the project has already begun and will be done by the fall of 2014, Ford said.
Reverse: Death of country-rock pioneer leads inspires car crime
On September 19, 1973, 26-year-old musician Gram Parsons dies of "multiple drug use" (morphine and tequila) in a California motel room. His death inspired one of the more bizarre automobile-related crimes on record: Two of his friends stashed his body in a borrowed hearse and drove it into the middle of the Joshua Tree National Park, where they doused it with gasoline and set it on fire.
Neutral: Do You Watch Rallycross? Why? Why Not?
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The chair of the House Veterans Affairs Committee blasted VA officials at the end of a contentious hearing Wednesday declaring the "truce is over" after the Congressional committee ripped VA leaders for more frivolous spending on VA "boondoogles."
The Department of Veterans Affairs can likely expect a blizzard of demands for information from lawmakers after House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Jeff Miller ripped VA leadership for holding back information.
The normally businesslike tone of the hearing took a turn for the contentious after Deputy VA Secretary W. Scott Gould defended the agency against suggestions made earlier by Miller that the agency may have picked up the tab for a European junket in 2010.
Miller displayed the photos, captured from an official VA Facebook page, early in the hearing, and posed the question whether it was a boondoggle.
Late in the hearing, Gould pushed back in defense of VA workers, saying he had learned by "doing a little bit of investigating while I've been sitting here" that the photos were personal vacation images. Though they should not have been posted to a VA Facebook page, he said, there was no VA money spent in connection with the Italy trip.
"What was implied [by the photos] is that something untoward happened here," Gould said. "I think when we need to take care here, when we talk about culture, that there are 320,000 hardworking employees at the VA who don't like their reputation damaged, and sullied by this kind of activity."
Gould, who hit the table for emphasis as he spoke, then found himself and the VA in Miller's crosshairs.
"Your response in the last 15 minutes has just raised … the hackles on the back of my neck," Miller said. After reminding Gould they had met on Tuesday for a civil discussion about how to move forward on the issues the lawmakers want to know about, Miller said "the truce is over. It lasted less than 24 hours."
"Expect much more oversight from this committee. Don't you ever accuse a Democrat or a Republcian on this committee of slapping any of the 300,000 VA employees," Miller said. "Rest assured – it's the leadership that we are concerned with."
The personal vacation photos of became the focus of the hearing when lawmakers used them to inquire if the VA was funding European junkets.
Michael Rabdau, Veterans Canteen Services Washington liaison officer, took the photos during a 2010 vacation to Italy and posted them on the official agency Facebook page to share with friends and colleagues, Military.com learned.
But the photos came to the attention of the Miller's committee, whose members have been fuming for months over wasteful spending by VA at a pair of Florida conferences that cost more than $6 million.
Miller said the committee now wants to know what overseas trips the VA has funded, who went and for what purpose. He referred to the Italy photos on the Veterans Canteen Services Facebook page.
"One of the things that bothers me the most was the post that said …. 'Tough trip,' and the [administrator] response is, 'Research is tough, but someone has to do it.' "
"Is this a boondoggle or not a boondoggle?" Miller asked.
Outside the meeting hall after the hearing, Rep. Corinne Brown, D-Fla., slammed the committee's GOP leadership for how it handled the question of the photos. Had Miller given the information to the committee Democrats, their own staffs could have looked into them before the hearing, she said.
"But they prefer to play 'gotcha politics,'" Brown said.
Getting to the bottom of the photos was not difficult. Military.com located the Facebook page during the hearing. The page administrator responded within minutes to a FB message that "the trip was a personal vacation not sponsored or funded by VA or VCS [Veterans Canteen Services].
"The individual that managed this page back then posted pictures that they thought the VCS might be interested in."

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Pokémon X and Y
- Pokémon X redirects here. For other uses, see Pokémon X (disambiguation).
Pokémon X (Japanese: ポケットモンスターX Pocket Monsters X) and Pokémon Y (Japanese: ポケットモンスターY Pocket Monsters Y) are the primary paired versions of Generation VI. The games are available on the Nintendo 3DS. The games take place in the new Kalos region.
Both games were revealed during a worldwide announcement by Satoru Iwata through Nintendo Direct at 8 pm JST, on January 8, 2013. The paired versions were released worldwide (except for select countries) on October 12, 2013 and are available for both retail sale and download.[6] All copies of the game are playable in all seven of the languages that the Pokémon games are released in: Japanese, English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Korean.
|Spoiler warning: this article may contain major plot or ending details.
| This section is incomplete.
Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it.
Waking up in his/her bedroom, the player heads downstairs and is greeted by their mother who tells them to go change out of their pajamas. After doing so, their mother encourages the player to go outside and talk to their neighbor. From there, the neighbor, Serena, if the player is male, or Calem, if the player is female, remarks that Professor Sycamore has a task for five kids, including the player character. The neighbor also adds that they are surprised that the Professor knows who the player is. Also, Shauna introduces herself and tells the player that she and the player's neighbor will wait for the player in Aquacorde Town.
Once the player leaves their hometown, they go north on Route 1 and arrive in Aquacorde Town, where Shauna calls the player over. Serena/Calem then introduces both Trevor and Tierno and Shauna, Trevor, and Tierno all come up with their own ideas for a nickname for the player. If the player does not like any of these, then they can choose to make their own nickname. From then on, Shauna, as well as Trevor and Tierno from time to time, will address the player character by the selected nickname. Tierno then allows the player to choose a starter Pokémon, Fennekin, Froakie, or Chespin. After the player chooses their starter, Shauna will choose the Pokémon that is weak to the player's starter and Serena/Calem will take the Pokémon that is strong against the player's starter, in traditional rival fashion. Trevor presents the player with a Pokédex, and Tierno gives the player the Prof's Letter to take to their mother. However, before the player can leave Aquacorde Town, Shauna challenges the player to a battle.
The player defeats Shauna and, after she heals the player's Pokémon, the player returns to Vaniville Town and gives the Prof's Letter to their mother. The player's mother welcomes the player back, congratulates them on receiving a starter Pokémon, and then gives them a Town Map. The player leaves, only to be stopped by their mother's Rhyhorn. Their mother comes out and explains that the Rhyhorn only wanted to give the player a send-off. From there, the player goes north once more, passing through Aquacorde Town on their way to Santalune City, which is accessed by travelling along Routes 2 and 3 and making it through Santalune Forest. Upon arrival in Santalune City, the player must battle a Trainer who is standing in front of the entrance to the town's Gym. Once the player defeats that Trainer, they receive the Roller Skates from the Trainer and can now challenge the Santalune City Gym. If the player defeats the Santalune City Gym Leader, Viola, then they will receive the Bug Badge from her and her sister, Alexa, will let the player pass on to Route 4, as well as give the player the Exp. Share.
As the player reaches the gate to Lumiose City, they meet Sina and Dexio who discuss the Pokémon Flabébé and the new Fairy type. When the player first reaches Lumiose City, they cannot do much because of a power outage. They go to Professor Sycamore's lab and soon afterwards everyone arrives. He encourages them to be the best trainer they can be. Everyone battles each other and he battles the player with the first stage of the Kanto Starters. Afterwards, he lets the player choose one. The others choose one although the do not use them on their teams. When the player goes down to the ground floor they see Dexio with Lysandre about the potential the Professor's pupils have. He says he desires a beautiful world and leaves the building, the friends come to the player, Serena wants to go to Cafe Soleil and Tierno directs the player to Cafe Soleil and Camphrier Town.
In Cafe Soleil, Lysandre is talking to Diantha, an established Kalos actress. He asks her if she wants to remain young and beautiful forever, but she dismisses the question and says that she looks forward to playing more roles as she gets older. After Lysandre leaves, she tells the player that she is a trainer and battles in her spare time. She says that she looks forward to battling them and leaves the Cafe.
The next evolution in Pokémon!
New Pokémon! Explosive 3D battles! Exciting New Features!
3D compatible gameplay
Unlike previous games in the main series, Pokémon X and Y feature a three dimensional style of gameplay, and 3D modeled characters and creatures are used, rather than sprites like has always been done in the main series. Stereoscopic 3D can be used in Single Battles, cutscenes, specific areas, and under some special circumstances; otherwise, stereoscopic 3D is not usable. The battle system is aesthetically overhauled, featuring more lively reactions to the attacks, such as when a Pokémon is being hit.
Name changes
- Main article: List of modified moves → Name changes
In non-Japanese languages, many move and item names are now spelled or formatted differently. For example, ThunderShock is now formatted as Thunder Shock and Faint Attack is now spelled Feint Attack.
Players can now walk on an 8 directional grid, allowing diagonal movement, as opposed to the four way grid in previous games.
The player now has the ability to rollerskate, at least under certain conditions, and can also free roam on no grid. This also works with the bike. The player can use the roller skates and can grind to overcome obstacles. Skiddo, Mamoswine, and Rhyhorn can be ridden in certain locations and allow the player to interact with the environment, by destroying rocks and crossing broken paths. Gogoat can also be ridden, although only around Lumiose City in a set path.
Player Search System
- Main article: Player Search System
The Player Search System (PSS) is a multiplayer feature that allows people to connect, battle, and trade with other players through the internet. It uses the bottom screen and allows the player to search for other people playing both globally and locally.
- Main article: Pokémon-Amie
Pokémon-Amie is a new feature that allows the player to develop stronger bonds with their Pokémon. It uses the touch screen to allow players to pet, feed, and play with Pokémon currently on their team. Players may interact with their Pokémon by petting or feeding them via the touchscreen or mimicking their movements using the camera.
Sky Battles
- Main article: Sky Battle
Sky Battles are battles which are restricted to Flying Pokémon, although some Pokémon with Levitate can enter. These airborne battles take place against Trainers standing far away, such as on cliffs.
Horde Encounters
- Main article: Horde Encounter
It is now possible to encounter several wild Pokémon at once. Up to five wild Pokémon will battle against one of the player's Pokémon. These battles offer a lot of experience. Some attacks, such as Rock Slide, are shown to hit all five of the opposing Pokémon. However, the player's Pokémon must withstand attacks from all five of the opposing Pokémon each turn.
Super Training
- Main article: Super Training
Super Training is a new method of quickly and easily increasing a Pokémon's EVs.
Fairy type
- Main article: Fairy (type)
One new type has been introduced, the Fairy type. This type was added to balance the Dragon type, which was previously only weak to itself and Ice. Fairy-type attacks are strong against Dragon, Fighting, and Dark types and resisted by Fire, Poison, and Steel types; Fairy-type Pokémon are weak to Poison- and Steel-type attacks, resist Fighting-, Bug-, and Dark-type attacks, and are immune to Dragon-type attacks.
Trainer customization
- Main article: Trainer customization
The player will now be able to change their appearance in-game, allowing them to customize their characters by changing their hair color and clothing.
X and Y feature Gyms just as every other main series title. In Kalos, the Gym Leaders are Viola (Bug), Grant (Rock), Korrina (Fighting), Ramos (Grass), Clemont (Electric), Valerie (Fairy), Olympia (Psychic), and Wulfric (Ice).
Elite Four and Champion
Just as in Unova, the Elite Four can be battled in any order. After battling all four, a path to the Champion is unlocked. The Elite Four members are Malva (Fire), Siebold (Water), Wikstrom (Steel), and Drasna (Dragon). After beating all four Elite Four members, the player will face the Champion, Diantha, who uses a variety of types along with a Gardevoir which can Mega Evolve.
70 new Pokémon were introduced for X and Y, bringing the known total from 649 to 719.
The first Pokémon to be revealed were Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, Xerneas, and Yveltal on January 8, 2013.
Mega Evolution
- Main article: Mega Evolution
A unique state, Mega Evolution, was introduced in Pokémon X and Y. Mega Evolution is a temporary in-battle transformation that results in an overall increase in stats, sometimes also changing a Pokémon's Ability and types. Not all Pokémon can Mega Evolve. A Pokémon can only Mega Evolve if it is holding a Mega Stone in battle and its Trainer has a Key Stone.
Version-exclusive Pokémon
This list of version-exclusive Pokémon applies to the main game. Some of the Pokémon listed can be found in the Friend Safari regardless of version.
Updated Cries
Many Pokémon introduced prior to Pokémon X and Y received newer, more realistic cries upon its release. Some Pokémon, such as Corphish, Pikachu and Shiftry, received drastically different cries from the originals.
- Main article: Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection
The soundtrack contains most of the background music and effect music from the games. The music is composed by Shota Kageyama (Sound Director of Pokémon X and Y), Hitomi Satō, Minako Adachi, and Junichi Masuda. Pokémon X and Pokémon Y are the first main series titles since Pokémon Gold and Silver that Gō Ichinose did not work on as a composer, since he shifted to a side project of Game Freak's during the development of Pokémon X and Y.
- Main article: Staff of Pokémon X and Y
Version history
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Reason: Version 1.3.
|Release date
|Official changelog
|More information
|October 12, 2013
|Initial release
|October 25, 2013
|Fix for the Lumiose City save glitch.
|Fix for the GTS filter error.
|December 12, 2013
|Fix for the Wonder Trade evolution learnset glitch.
|Fix for the Trainer PR Videos glitch.
|Encrypts battling and trading communications. This prevents the use of cheating programs such as Instacheck and Battle Analyzer, which intercept online traffic and read information such as Pokémon data and the opponent's decisions. As such, this patch is required to connect to the Nintendo Network in-game (unlike the previous patch).
Beta elements
- Main article: Pokémon X and Y beta
- These are the first core series games that do not have Version (or its equivalent in that language) in their Western language names.
- These are the only Nintendo-published games to be released on the same date worldwide.[7]
- These are the first core series games that give Running Shoes at the start of the game.
- These Pokémon games have the shortest names using only one letter each (X and Y)
In other languages
See also
External links
- ↑ Japanese Pokémon X and Y minisite (Japanese)
- ↑ Pokémon.com (US)
- ↑ Nintendo Australia
- ↑ Pokémon.com (UK)
- ↑ Korean Pokémon X and Y minisite (Korean)
- ↑ 『ポケットモンスター X・Y』ニンテンドー3DSで2013年10月、世界同時発売【画像追加】 (Japanese)
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|This game-related article is part of Project Games, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on the Pokémon games.


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Toronto mayor Rob Ford wears Broncos jersey to press conference
Embattled Toronto mayor Rob Ford attended a press conference Monday afternoon wearing an orange Denver Broncos jersey over his dress shirt.
Ford wore Orlando Franklin's No. 74.
Canadian media — which referred to it as a "football shirt" — were not expecting Ford in NFL gear in CFL territory.
Mayor Ford arrives for press conference in football shirt. #topoli pic.twitter.com/NJGPQ94wFE
— Elizabeth Church (@lizchurchto) January 27, 2014
Ford has been in the media spotlight for months after he was taped, and later admitted to, smoking crack cocaine. There have been numerous controversies surroundings Ford since then.
Ford offered no explanation as to why he was wearing the jersey during the press conference. But he did say other politicians "stabbed" him in the back when he was stripped of his powers following the scandals.
To recap. Rob Ford holds presser wearing Denver Broncos shirt to say cllrs "stabbed him in back"+will bring budget cuts to council.#topoli
— Elizabeth Church (@lizchurchto) January 27, 2014
Franklin was born in Jamaica, but moved to Canada when he was a kid. He grew up in Toronto where he played football.
In an orange football jersey, Mayor Ford claims he has been stabbed on the back by councillors. Via @StrashinCBC pic.twitter.com/TDRVxi55Mm"
— Matt Galloway (@mattgallowaycbc) January 27, 2014


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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (CBS/AP) — The Tennessee Titans have added a home-state product in Tennessee wide receiver Justin Hunter after trading with the San Francisco 49ers to move up six picks in the second round of the NFL draft.
Tennessee traded the 40th overall pick, a seventh-round pick and a 2014 third-round selection to San Francisco on Friday in order to get Hunter with the 34th overall pick in the draft.
Hunter tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in September 2011. He caught 73 passes for 1,083 yards and nine touchdowns last fall.
This marks the second straight year the Titans drafted a receiver early. The Titans used their first-round pick last year on Kendall Wright, who caught 64 passes for 626 yards and four touchdowns as a rookie.
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April 18, 2008
Lipscomb University volleyball coach Brandon Rosenthal has announced the addition of three incoming freshmen for his 2008 team.
Joining the Lady Bisons, the 2007 Atlantic Sun Tournament Champion, are outside hitter Bobbi Jo Bayer from Albia, Iowa; setter Jennifer Brekke from Friendswood, Texas; and middle Katherine Rose from Lexington, Ky.
Bobbi Jo, 5-foot-11, is also is an accomplished rodeo performer as well as an aspiring country music singer. She attends Eddyvile Blakesburg High School.
In volleyball she holds school career records for points (747), serve reception (97.68), kills (567), kill average (5.40) and kill efficiency (37.4).
"I'm tremendously excited about what Bobbi can bring to our team," Rosenthal said. "I watched two minutes of her in a videotape of a game. I called her coach and asked when they were practicing. I was there the next week.
"She is very strong. She comes from a rodeo family. She probably has the best handshake I have seen. She has a very quick arm swing. She is somebody who is going to come in and really fit in with the team's work ethic."
In her junior year the high school team qualified for the state tournament for the first time in history. The team was the conference champion all four years she played.
In basketball she is the school career scoring leader with 1,481 points over four years. She also holds school records for most points in a game (35), most field goals (15) and most free throws made in a game (15).
The basketball team won the conference three years while she was a player.
She was a three-time All-State performer, a two-time All-Region selection and a four-time All-District pick. She was team captain for four years and was a four-time MVP. She also lettered two years in track and field.
In the classroom she has earned All-Academic honors and was named outstanding soloist at her school.
"Bobbi is going to be a huge influence on this campus, off the court and on the court as well," Rosenthal said. "She has so much personality. She is going to make an immediate difference.
"She is tremendously talented in volleyball. She is a little bit new to the game of volleyball. She is also very talented in both singing and studio art. She is going to really blossom here."
She is the daughter of Susan and Russ Bayer. Her sister, Ashley, played volleyball at Eastern Kentucky. She plans to major in studio art.
"Lipscomb felt like home," said Bobbi. "I really enjoyed the visit."
Jenny, 5-7, attends Friendswood High School. She lettered two years in volleyball and one in soccer. Her high school volleyball team was third in the state in 2006 and second in the state in 2007. Her high school soccer team was third in the state in 2006.
In 2007 she was named an All-State player by both the Texas Sportswriters Association Texas Girls Coaches Association. In 2007 she was named Most Valuable Player in the area by the Houston Chronicle. She was an All-Region and All-District selection in 2007 and 2006.
"We were surprised she was still available,' Rosenthal said. "Usually players of the year are a dime a dozen. But when you are talking about Houston with the talent that comes out of there an award like that is big time. It grabbed my attention.
"She is going to bring a lot to us. She has a great knowledge of the game. She is very athletic. With the type of game that we play we are looking for athletic players. She is very quick. She is very calm on the court. It is going to be fun to watch her."
In the classroom she was named to the National Honor Society. She was also an All-Academic Team member in 2006.
She is the daughter of Michelle and Robert Brekke. She plans to major in Biology and Engineering.
"The team is awesome and the coaches are great," said Jenny. "Lipscomb has what I am looking for academically. This is where I want to be."
Katherine, 6 feet, is from Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. She lettered in volleyball for four years and in softball for five years.
She was second team All-State in 2007. She was named All-Region in 2005, 2006 and 2007. She earned All-District honors in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
She served as team captain in volleyball in 2007. She was team MVP in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
"She hasn't played club volleyball for all that long so we are very excited about her upside," said Rosenthal. "She has a lot of athletic ability. She does have a lot to learn about the speed of the game. But she is a very confident player who is going to really grow with this program.
"She was a natural leader for her high school team. Something that is very attractive for us is that she is a leader both on and off of the court. She has a great, great demeanor. Our players loved her when she visited here."
Her best season in volleyball was 384 kills in 2007. In softball she won the "Bulldog" Award with a .519 batting average in 2007.
"She is going to get stronger here in our weight program," Rosenthal said. "Her knowledge of the game is going to grow.
"She has a nice understanding of the game. As a middle she is an all-around player. You don't usually see middles who can pass as well as she can. Defensively, she is very solid. We are excited about what she can bring."
In the classroom she was named a Wendy's High School Heisman representative for her school.
Her parents are Kelley and Kurt Rose. She plans a major in Elementary Education at Lipscomb.
"I chose Lipscomb because it has a small school feel and a big town location," said Katherine. "I also loved all of the girls on the team. I felt at home."


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RTW Trip Update 1: Welcome to Cairns August 16, 2011Posted by Lauren Cooke in RTW Trip Updates.
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Gosh I'll tell you what – this travelling malarkey isn't half scary! I know I'm stating the obvious, but despite my terror prior to getting on the plane, I don't really think I had realised how utterly mind-blowingly freak-out-worthy it could be when you actually touched down. Still, touch down I did, a 30-hours-down-the-line bundle of nerves and hormones, strolling (read shuffling in an exhausted fashion, biting back tears) up and down unfamiliar pounding hot Cairns city streets.
So, what did I do, in a new city and brutally alone? I freaked. My poor mother got a message something along the lines of "aaaarghh I want to come home, come get me", whilst my Andy got a largely babbling and incoherent email, looking back over which makes me feel nervous again, so desperate are my tears and stresses that they practically crawl out of the computer screen. Even Facebook was hit with the mania, potentially in the hope that someone would come to my rescue with the invention of a cheap and accessible teleportation device that would get me straight home lickety split.
The only way to deal with this was to sleep, and once I'd done that for 15 hours (15 wiggly freak out filled hours, I must admit), the world seemed a somewhat less stressful place. I was up and about, and I have to admit to really liking Cairns. There's a pretty man-made lagoon down by the semblance of a beach, I took a trip out to a rainforest topped coral cay (where I saw sea turtles. And whales!), I got burned in the sun because it turns out by yourself you can't successfully suncream your back (who knew?!). I have a trip planned with one of the girls in my hostel room tomorrow to the botanical gardens, and I've just booked the next step of the trip (Mission Beach, but please please please don't try to persuade me it makes sense to jump out of an airplane to land on it. I'll walk thanks).
So, what it this thoroughly jumbled and slightly hyper post trying to say? That I think, I think, I'll be OK. I am missing people desperately (and they are no doubt fed up of me saying it, and quite glad I went away), but I'll deal with that and it will all be wonderful. Well, if not wonderful, good at least.
Now I'm off to write my first batch of postcards – but only very special people are going to get them super regularly, as the stamps cost an arm and a leg!


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Indians' system top-heavy with middle infielders
Lindor ranked No. 1 among organization's future impact players
The future success of every Major League team lies largely in its Minor League pipeline. With that in mind, MLB.com is looking at each team's farm system, from the Top 20 Prospects to under-the-radar types.
It might seem as though the top two prospects in the Indians' farm system have nothing in common, but Ross Atkins, the organization's director of player development, says Francisco Lindor and Trevor Bauer share a slew of baseball-related traits.
"They have had very different upbringings," Atkins said, "but they have very similar skill sets when it comes to the mental game of baseball, their preparation, their professionalism. Both of them have all of the attributes you're looking for in what it takes to be a professional baseball player."
Lindor, a diminutive teenage shortstop from Puerto Rico who will likely start at the Class A level, wore a jersey with no name on the back while walking the tunnels of Progressive Field for the organization's fan fest in mid-January. The California-born Bauer, on the other hand, isn't so unrecognizable. Many can pinpoint the right-handed hurler long-tossing from up to 400 feet before his outings.
The No. 1-ranked prospect in the organization, Lindor batted .257 with six homers, 42 RBIs and 27 stolen bases in his first full professional season at Class A Lake County. He was named a Midwest League All-Star and played in the XM All-Star Futures Game.
Bauer is expected to help the Indians at some point in 2013. The 22-year-old made four starts for the D-backs last season, and compiled a 12-2 mark and 2.42 ERA over 22 starts between Double-A Mobile and Triple-A Reno. He'll compete in Spring Training for a spot in the starting rotation, but even if he begins the season with Triple-A Columbus, the Indians don't expect him to stay there for long.
"Nothing is etched in stone," Atkins said. "The guy is exceptionally talented. I think [general manager] Chris [Antonetti] and [manager Terry Francona] will decide what is best for him and the Cleveland Indians when they have a little bit more information, not just regarding Trevor, but the entire team."
Top 20 prospects
The organization is rich with middle infielders, with three shortstops among the top four prospects and four among the top seven.
Dorssys Paulino, 18, hit .333 with seven homers, 38 RBIs, 11 stolen bases and 19 doubles in 56 contests between the club's Rookie-level team and Class A Mahoning Valley. Ronny Rodriguez, a 20-year-old from the Dominican Republic, batted .264 with 19 homers for Class A Carolina. His double-play partner, Tony Wolters, logged a .260 average with 30 doubles, eight triples and eight homers.
Jesus Aguilar, a hefty, 6-foot-3 first baseman, might be the best pure slugger in the system. Ranked the No. 12 prospect in the organization, Aguilar hit 15 homers and drove in 71 runs in 127 games with Carolina and Double-A Akron. He also played in the Futures Game. This offseason, he played winter ball in his native Venezuela and batted .267 with three homers in 60 at-bats.
"He has the ability to hit the ball a long way," Atkins said. "He's already an accomplished first baseman. It's early in his career. He has moved relatively quickly. The Arizona Fall League attention, the performances he's had in winter ball, the home runs he has hit in winter ball, those have expedited some things for him."
Bauer paces a pack of six pitchers ranked among the Indians' top 20 prospects. The club has used its second-round Draft choice on a right-handed pitcher in each of the last two years. Mitch Brown, last June's selection, checks in at No. 5 and Dillon Howard, a 2011 pick, ranks No. 10.
Southpaw Scott Barnes, the No. 15 prospect in the system, is expected to challenge for a spot in the Indians' bullpen during Spring Training.
Under the Radar
Juan Diaz, SS: The native of the Dominican Republic made a five-game cameo for the Indians last May when the team was reeling from injuries. He held his own, reaching base five times in 17 plate appearances (.353 on-base percentage). Diaz, 24, who stands a lanky 6-foot-4, batted .266 with 13 homers in 115 games between Double-A Akron and Columbus last season, though he hit .306 for the Clippers.
Shawn Armstrong, RHP: An 18th-round selection in the 2011 First-Year Player Draft, Armstrong logged a 0.89 ERA in 17 appearances for Akron last season, yielding just two runs in 20 1/3 innings. Across 46 career Minor League outings, the 22-year-old righty has posted a 1.55 ERA with 80 strikeouts in 69 2/3 frames.
Hitter of the Year
Lindor might be the easy choice, but with a strong season, Aguilar could push for at least a September callup. He earned an invite to Spring Training, but will likely start at Akron, where he finished the 2012 campaign after flourishing at Class A Carolina.
Pitcher of the Year
Danny Salazar's 2.68 ERA and 8.9 strikeouts per nine innings at Carolina last year merited him a promotion to Akron, where he pitched even better, posting a 4-0 mark and 1.85 ERA in six outings. He should continue to climb the organizational ladder in 2013, as he closes in on the big leagues.


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Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, supreme commander of the allied forces in Europe during World War II supposedly said, "In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable." This sounds like a very practical approach to planning to me and I like Ike's thinking on this issue.
Here are three of the biggest planning mistakes: Not planning at all, not planning enough and planning too much. There – since it is also the political rhetoric season, I think I've covered most of the bases with that general statement.
One other thing you might want to be careful with: Preparing too many different planning documents. A well-articulated planning statement, or document, should generally guide the activities of all employees.
Unfortunately, too much of anything usually turns out to be counterproductive – and that includes planning. I've encountered companies that for some reason felt the need to develop a strategic planning statement, a vision statement, a mission statement, a statement of their creed (whatever that is) and many other statements that supposedly serve to focus and drive employee behavior.
Unfortunately multiple statements usually only confuse employees. Employees end up scratching their heads and wondering which of the plethora of statements matters most. And you would think companies that produce such multiple statements would make sure they are in harmony – unfortunately this is rarely the case.
So, what's the bare minimum for an effective plan? I believe an effective plan should cover three basic planning elements: A vision statement, a statement assessing the current reality and an action plan. That's it.
A vision statement is a well-articulated statement of the results you desire to create with your business. In other words, it answers the questions: "What would things look like if everything was going right with the business?"
For example, this statement might include relatively specific statements such as, "Our employees are well-trained and competent." At a minimum, the statement should focus on the people, processes, products and resources needed to successfully conduct business.
An assessment of the current reality focuses more on where you are right now in relation to your vision. These two statements taken together allow you to clearly articulate the gap between where you are now and where you want to be.
Once you've completed these first two steps, the action plan should be relatively easy. Make a list of specific, measurable steps you can take to close the gap. In other words, reconcile the vision statement with your current reality statement.
For example, if you choose to make a statement such as the one above about well-trained and competent people, there should be a corresponding statement (or statements) related to the specifics of exactly how you're going to improve your employees' skills. No vision statement claim should be left dangling without a corresponding specific, measurable step in the action plan.
Use whatever format you'd like. Just make sure you cover these three bases and as the year unfolds … think like Ike.
Chris Crouch is CEO of DME Training and Consulting and author of several books on improving productivity. Contact him through www.dmetraining.com.
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This golden nugget is a promo for TFC, or Team Fighting Championship, in which two teams of five guys face off against each other in an MMA-style, no-holds-barred, simulated death match. It's preposterous, and shouldn't exist. But it does, and the world is better for it.
As you can see above, the fight starts off as five separate one-on-one skirmishes, until one guy gets pounded out. And then it gets nuts. The loser has to leave the ring, leaving the victor free to jump another opponent. The tide quickly turns, as the team with the numbers advantage punches, chokes, and stomps out each remaining opponent until the refs call the match.
This, folks, is some Worldstar shit. Though they're wearing gear sort of like what you'd see in a UFC fight, this sort of thing would (should) never, ever be sanctioned in the United States. It's barbaric, and more importantly, it's one closer step to the state-approved, HBO-streamed knife fights to the death we all know are happening in our lifetime. Team Fighting Championship is not just a great, supremely fucked up idea. Team Fighting Championship is the future.
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Caffeine's effect on the brain's adenosine receptors visualized for the first time
Molecular imaging with positron emission tomography (PET) has enabled scientists for the first time to visualize binding sites of caffeine in the living human brain to explore possible positive and negative effects of caffeine consumption. According to research published in the November issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine, PET imaging with F-18-8-cyclopentyl-3-(3-fluoropropyl)-1-propylxanthine (F-18-CPFPX) shows that repeated intake of caffeinated beverages throughout a day results in up to 50 percent occupancy of the brain's A1 adenosine receptors.
"The effects of caffeine to the human body are generally attributed to the cerebral adenosine receptors. In the human brain the A1 adenosine receptor is the most abundant," said David Elmenhorst, MD, lead author of "Caffeine Occupancy of Human Cerebral A1 Adenosine Receptors: In Vivo Quantification with F-18-CPFPX and PET." "In vitro studies have shown that commonly consumed quantities of caffeine have led to a high A1 adenosine occupancy. Our study aimed to measure the A1 adenosine receptor occupancy with in vivo imaging."
Fifteen male volunteers participated in the study. They abstained from caffeine intake for 36 hours and then underwent a PET scan with F-18-CPFPX. Caffeine was then introduced in short intravenous infusions, increasing in amount. To estimate the occupancy of A1 adenosine receptors by caffeine, the distribution volume at the baseline period of the PET scan was compared with the distribution volume after caffeine administration. Researchers determined that the concentration of the caffeine that displaces 50 percent of the binding of F-18-CPFPX to the A1 adenosine receptor was 13 mg/L, or approximately four to five cups of coffee.
An important finding of the study is that in most regular coffee drinkers about half of the A1 adenosine receptors may be occupied by caffeine. It is likely that this blockage of a substantial amount of cerebral A1 adenosine receptors will result in adaptive changes and lead to chronic alterations of receptor express and availability.
"There is substantial evidence that caffeine is protective against neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease," noted Elmenhorst. "Several investigations show that moderate coffee consumption of 3 to 5 cups per day at mid-life is linked to a reduced risk of dementia in late life. The present study provides evidence that typical caffeine doses result in a high A1 adenosine receptor occupancy and supports the view that the A1 adenosine receptor deserves broader attention in the context of neurodegenerative disorders."
Caffeine is the most commonly consumed psychoactive substance worldwide and an active ingredient in innumerable food and beverages. Eighty percent of U.S. adults consume caffeine every day; the average for adults is 200 mg of caffeine per day (two 5-ounce cups of coffee or four sodas). It affects an individual's alertness, attention, cognitive performance, as well as reduces sleepiness.


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Just wanted to say thanks again to Johnathan and Hank for making our new purchase so quick and painless. They delivered as promised and made sure everything was exactly as it was supposed to be. Love the sales and service is unbeatable. You can't go wrong with Mercedes Benz of Rockville Centre.
As with the past purchases , All went smooth , Hank is very knowledgeable and no pressure with any aspect of the visit . The rest of the Staff are such nice people , great experience and cant wait to do it again . Felt like a visit to family .
Big purchases cause me anxiety but Hank made this process very easy for me. He was very patient and allowed me the time I needed to ensure that I was making the right decision. He went through all my options and did not pressure me into anything. He gave me all the information I needed about my purchase and made sure to meet me upon picking the car up. He remembered my husband and daughter by name each time we visited. Whenever we needed to check something, George did not hesitate to help. The welcoming atmosphere in the dealership also made me feel at home.
I had an amazing experience! Hank was patient and understanding As well as knowledgeable about the car I wanted! Very pleasant sale experience! Amazing work!
Hank Woloz is hands down the best car salesman I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He made car shopping fun and exciting. If you want a Mercedes, Hank is your man. I will never go anywhere else again! A+++++. Thank you!
Mr. Woloz was outstanding and went out of his way to find a car that my wife wanted. He guided us through the purchase and everything that was discussed and approved of was never changed. A very enjoyable experience. Alan Stricoff was very helpful when he covered for Hank on Hank's day off. Jonathan Strahl was very helpful in locating a car for us as well.
We have leased 6 automobiles from MBRC. Our sales person Hank Woloz, TJ who delivered our car and Antoinette in service management were spectacular! We keep returning to MBRC because they are true professionals and as mentioned above their comfort zone makes leasing or purchasing a Mercedes a most pleasurable experience. Thank you, thank you you, thank you! Rita & Jim
Had an excellent stress free experience once again with Hank Woloz turning in my 2017 E300 to a new 2020 E350. Hank new everything I Wanted and structured an incredible deal without any hassles or involvement from myself. Hank personally put my license plates like old school. Great touch in today's electronic non human environment. TJ was incredible who introduced and educated me on the new vehicle. First class service.
Hank always provides a stress-free experience, he is friendly, personable, and extremely approachable. Hank always sends emails asking how you are enjoying your new car all year round. These are the reasons we continually purchase a car from this salesman.
Just purchased a new C300 convertible, The experience was flawless. My salesman Hank Wolonz made my buying experience truly a pleasure. All my questions and concerns were answered. I will be going back to this dealership and salesman for next purchase.
incredible personal, knowledgeable service with wonderful follow up throughout the process. work with hank to buy the car and with vance to teach you the car
Hank was very knowledgeable and helpful. A pleasure to do business with. He understood what I was looking for and was patient enough to find the perfect vehicle
I had to pinch my self because I could not believe that I made a car deal and took me less than an hour. The last car deal took me3/4 of a day ,what a pleasure when you deal with PROFETIONALS and I 'm talking about HANK WOLOZ . THAT MAN is beyond me, his attitude and profetionallissim was an acceptation. I have to admit that the whole picture in that dealership from the show room with Hank, to the service center everyone exceptionally nice and professional, BUT HUNK WAS THE MAN. Thank you again HUNK keep up the good work .
Hank is one of the most professional and detail oriented sales consultants I have ever worked with. He has vast product knowledge and is an exemplary ambassador for the Mercedes-Benz brand. He responded to all my questions and concerns (throughout the entire process) immediately with patience and a willingness to listen. His honestly and candor are truly refreshing in an industry where possessing those qualities is not always the norm! Hank-- a true gentleman and a valuable asset to Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre! Looking forward to many more deals with you in the future! I'd like to also express how happy I was with Vance Clay (product concierge)- He went above and beyond to make our delivery process flawless and enjoyable. Without a doubt the best delivery ever experienced....Bravo and Thank You!
From the moment that I walked into the dealership, this place was very welcoming. I had a deal and a new car within the hour. What is really impressive is the fact that Hank has stayed in touch all year. Service was a breeze and any time I had a question, Hank had an answer. A definite recommendation.
I truly had just an exceptional experience at MBRVC! From the moment I waked in, the staff and specifically Hank Woloz made the entire process easy. He was just very helpful and worked with our needs from start to finish. I would recommend your dealership and Hank to anyone. A big thank you to Hank and the entire staff at MBRVC!
I have been dealing with the dealership with my SL550. It was time to get my wife a car and the experience with Hank exceeded my expectations he was outstanding and the consummate professional. I would recommend him to anyone, He is Great!!!
I found this dealership to give quality service when it came to leasing a car for my daughter. The sales associates, Hank Woloz, showed me how I could save money by leasing a "loaner car" and by talking with him he told me about a discount I could apply for since my Professional Membership has a program with Mercedes Benz. The car was ready when he said it would be and was in perfect condition despite being a loaner.
Hank Woloz is a wonderful sales professional and a stellar brand ambassador for Mercedes and Mercedes Benz of Rockville Centre. Thank you, Hank. As always, it is a pleasure to work with you.
I'm excited to have my new 2020 GLE 350. Very intelligent car. Hank's help has definitely made this purchasing process way easier. Excellent experience.
Hank was courteous, polite and knowledgeable about the car. Seamless and PAINLESS process of buying a new car. No reservations about recommending Mercedes of Rockville center as well as Hank Woloz.
Hank made the car buying experience very easy. He secured the car I wanted at the very best price. It was an absolute pleasure working with him.
Been with this dealership for over 15 years constantly getting Mercedes-Benz car. The dealership and the employees are respectful courteous and extremely helpful for the needs of each buyer !!
I am very happy with the new 2020 GLE350. Hank was professional and very knowledgable about the car. No high pressure tactics. The car speaks for itself.
Hank Woloz at Rockville Center Mercedes Benz, demonstrated excellence in every way... He was extremely knowledgable, and understanding of my needs...Hw was an extremely important factor in my decision to lease a Mercedes, rather than going to one of your competitors... He is an excellent representative for your company! 👍🏼😀
Hank was very patient and gave me honest information when I was building my GLE 450. I never thought I was getting taken advantage of.
This is our second experience with this dealership. It was reflected in both cases that they knew how to provide that luxury car buying experience. There was no pressure, all the staff were great from the front door receptionist on up, and the manager, Sean, came out of his office and sat down with us as I believe he should to help finalize those smaller terms of a deal that sometimes bog you down, including the price. Our sales agent, Hank Woloz, was really pleasant and particularly personable. He took all the time that we needed, talked over many things with us so that we sort of got to know one another, never tried to apply any pressure, and pleasantly entertained the two different directions that we were exploring at the time, helping us come to a conclusion about which way to go. We'd be remiss if we didn't mention that we have to give a nod to Steve Weintraub whom we had a brief but significant passing experience with in the course of this deal. Not only was the buying experience excellent, but we were able to pick up the car just a few hours later. That rarely happens. Finally, we need to mention the service department with which we had a long term previous relationship. What we can say here is that the services got performed in timely fashion and the staff there was always excellent. Of course, it didn't hurt that we never had a problem with the car! I can highly recommend this dealership, and I can certainly recommend that you look up Hank Woloz for sure.
My experience with Hank was amazing. He was patient, and very knowledgeable about the lease process. Made my transition into my new car very seamless.
We dropped by Mercedes to see if it was an option for our budget and what we wanted in a vehicle. We checked out the certified prep-owned vehicles on site and found the perfect one for us. Test drove it the next week and purchased it that day. Hank and the Manager worked through timing issues with our current lease and I am now enjoying my MB and plan to keep it for a long time.
Hank's was patient with us, never rushed or let us feel pressured into leasing our vehicle . Look forward with working with him in the future.
Always a pleasure to work with Hank. My husband and I have been dealing with him for several years.. Always patient and never pushy. He is our go to guy.
Rockville Centre Mercedes is a well run dealership. It is clean, we'll organized and the sales staff are knowledgeable and helpful. I had a pleasant experience and woukd recommend this dealership.
My experience was wonderful from beginning to end! They didn't miss a beat and made me feel so special! Highly recommended using this dealership
I would highly recommend Mercedes Benz of RVC and especially our salesperson Hank Woloz, who was extremely professional and knowledgeable. Thanks Again Hank Woloz, I will be back.
We were given all options to consider to select the optimum (Price vs. Value) vehicle. Its our third lease in the dealership and I am sure we will consider MB after the current lease expires.
Walked in for my appointment with Hank, told him what I wanted and he made it happen. Great Experience. Had my new car in a week.
I have been driving a Mercedes Benz for the last 11 years as well as my wife. Recently my niece asked me to go to the dealer with her cause she was interested in a c300 coupe. We were greeted by Hank Woloz who was one of the best salesman I have ever dealt with it. I am turned off by pushy salesman just looking for their commission. Hank in no way was pushy and put no pressure on my niece . He went over the numbers and explained the car to her and worked with her to make the payments as close to her budget that she was looking to spend. The dealership is beautifu and the service is impeccable, but Hank is the real difference maker. Having bought previous cars from the dealer and dealing with Hank with follow up calls and emails I can tell you that he is a true professional and always makes my family's buying experience as easy as he can make it. Great dealership but even better staff.👍👍👍👍👍
Hank Woloz was very helpful in getting me into a new 2019 Gle 400. He was very professional and offered me a lot of choices ….Thank you Hank Woloz for all your help. Giovanni Bono
My experience with Hank Woloz was fantastic. He was patient with myself and my fiancee when we came in to look at the car (we bought a 2016 C300), and he took us through every step of the process with class and friendliness. Even when I had a couple very minor subsequent issues he worked with me so that I was satisfied, and I'm confident that should I have any further needs they will be addressed expeditiously and completely. I'm very comfortable recommending him to anyone who's interested in purchasing a pre-owned vehicle from this dealer or a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz in general.
A 5 Star review for Hank Woloz and all the MBRVC employees! 1.Customer Service- Hank Woloz is knowledgable, professional and a NO PRESSURE sales associate. 2.The dealership staff all work together. All my questions were answered and I was never turned away. 3.Honest disclosure. 4.Purchase was painless! Quick yet covered all necessary information. 5.Car Pick up was "extra" as my teenage daughter stated! (thats a compliment)
I generally don't leave reviews, but am inspired to do so because my experience at MB of Rockville Centre and, more specifically, with Hank was stellar. The dealership is huge, the inventory is great, and it did not take long to find the perfect car for me and my budget. Hank made sure of it. I just moved to NY from LA and needed a car. I was lucky to meet Hank; he was patient, kind, funny, and knowledgeable--not once did I feel pressured or defensive. On the contrary, Hank was on my team. He meticulously went over every feature and spec to find the right car for me. Once we finalized that it was time to talk numbers. This is usually when the fun stops. Not with Hank. He has that 'human' factor that most salespeople lack and we connected immediately. He worked with me to make sure that I got a killer deal. I didn't think that the first friend I made in NY was going to be the person who sold me my car. But it was--and that speaks volumes about Hank.
Ring in retail and sales personally I dislike the feeling of a dealership trying to sell me. That was not the case from Mb of rockville centre . The team welcomed me from the moment I came in and it felt sincere unlike other places. Hank went over models for me and the numbers and all throughout the process kept me informed and was never pushy . I felt like a family member and I will definitely recommend Hank and the MB RVC team to all of my colleagues.
I met Hank in August 2017. I was tired of my Porsche and browsing some options. He knew I wasn't ready to buy anything, but he still spent well over an hour with me. NO PRESSURE. Hank made such an impression that I put his number in my phone. I think he was tickled pink when I called him the following February. He made me a great deal on a an SL lease and when he found out it was my birthday, he knocked another $50 off my monthly payments without me asking! Now my service rep is Anthony Angelo. I swear, it's like having a butler. Anthony makes me feel like I'm his only customer whenever I come in. Both Anthony and Hank always keep in touch with me throughout the year making sure that everything is good. WHAT A TEAM!
When i told my wife we were getting our car in Long Island, she could not understand why we would travel so far to get a car. When we got to MBRC and she met Hank, she immediately understood. Hank makes the car buying process as smooth, easy and pleasurable as possible, while treating you like a lifelong friend. By far the best car buying experience we have ever had. We have sent friends and family to Hank, and they all agree that Hank is the best.
Hank goes above and beyond in all aspects of salesmanship, service and in purchasing accessories. He is a one man stop within MBRVC. When we need another vehicle it will be Hank that we turn too.
Hank has always been so helpful and always follows up and makes sure we are happy with our purchase. He always gives 5 star service
I have been dealing with Hank for many years now and have lost track of how many cars we have gotten with him. He is a lovely man to deal with and always goes out of his way for his clients. I would not deal with anyone else. I even changed what dealership I use and travel much further to keep using him as my salesmen.
Hank was the sales representative assigned to me when I walked in the door. Besides being genuinely nice (as opposed to many who pretend to be nice to earn your business), he worked hard to get me the best price around. Then he kept in touch with me while my car was on special order, continually keeping me updated. When I picked up my car he took me through the service area which was amazingly beautiful. Since picking up my car months ago, Hank has been in touch and has made sure that I have been satisfied and have had no problems with the car. The dealership has been very good and Hank has been a pleasure to work with. I will definitely go to this dealership and see Hank for my next car.
This is the 2nd new car that i have purchased at Mercedes Benz of RVC in the past year- Hank Woloz was the consummate professional throughout the entire process which was the main reason i ended up buying both cars there- i highly recommend Hank - the usual sales nonsense went out the door the minute i met him!
The dealership was warm and friendly from the time I walked through the door to the present time. My salesperson, Hank Woloz, wasn't just concerned about selling me an auto, but rather, is it the auto that I really wanted. I purchased a E450 convertible and I am very pleased with the entire process. Hank even met me at the service center for the delivery of the car in order to make sure the vehicle was everything I wanted. I have had the vehicle for for six months and Hank checks in regularly to make sure all is OK. I have purchased many vehicles in my time. Most were "high end" vehicles. I have never had the follow-up care that I have received from Mercedes of RVC, and especially from Hank Woloz. Thank you all.
Hank knocked it out of the park. He has a very pleasant demeanor. He was very responsive and a straight shooter. I wanted to give him my business. He was a pleasure to deal with as was the whole MBRVC team.
I e-mailed Hank after not talking to him for many year and he got right back to me right away on the status of the car I was looking for. We setup a test drive and after some quick negotiations I was the proud owner of my new G-Wagon. Hank. Was great! The service did not stop there. I always hate picking up a new car with all the after selling and paper work. This was quick and easy and they brought my old car in doors because it was raining and make it easy to transfer all my junk to the new car. Great job!
Just want to tell everyone how great Mercedes of Rockville Center is , but the GREATEST of all was my salesperson Hank Woloz, I would on buy from this dealershuip ESPECIALLLY Hank.
My experience with Mercedes of Rockville Centre was excellent, as expected, but mostly because of Hank Woloz my sales representative, who was incredibly helpful, caring, honest, thorough, and just a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Hank and this dealership.
I have purchased several vehicles from Hank Woloz and Mercedes Benz of Rockville Centre. I drive many miles and pass numerous other dealerships to specifically deal with Hank and Mercedes Benz of Rockville Centre. The selection of vehicles offered is unmatched and Hank's warm no pressure personality makes the process so enjoyable! I look forward to many more purchases from Hank and Mercedes Benz of Rockville Centre.
I am always satisfied with the experience and services I receive at this dealership. The staff are superlative and accommodating. I'd recommend the dealership to anyone.
Sales lady is one of the best in your dealership .excellent I have purchased 2017 Gle 4 matic which I have a good deal and I also purchase 2016 gla 250
This had to be one of the most pleasurable experiences at a car dealership that I ever received in my life. Elenita Talusan was so pleasant, knowledgeable and had so much patience with me that I would always go back to that Mercedes Benz dealership and refer my friends back to her. The whole entire staff was so helpful with me through the whole process of trading in my car, looking for a new car, getting the best deal, picking of a new car after so many times I changed my mind, teaching me about my new car to the overall reveal of the car during pick up. Thank you for going above and beyond! Elenita you are the best!
Best dealership hands down, Elenita went above and beyond to help me to buy the car. When I went to look at the car in the dealership, I didn't have ride back home, Elenita dropped me at my home, she didn't have to do it but she did, this gave me an idea how much she and dealership cares about the customer. Car which I got is a pre owned GLC300 it is really sweet and great car. I would highly recommend to go with this dealership. Thank you very much for helping me to get my desired car.
Elenita was one of the most helpful and thoughtful sales person I've ever done business with. She was informed and patient and presented me with all of my purchasing options. She made the process as painless as possible.
I bought a certified preowned Mercedes from Elenita at MB of Rockville Center and it was an amazing experience. Elenita as well as the rest of the team there were very professional, kind, and truly made me feel important during my time purchasing the vehicle. I'm from out of state, and the drive to purchase a vehicle from them was definitely worth it. Thanks again!!
Elenita was the best sales representative I have dealt with. We did not expect to get this GLS but Ele did an amazing job in every way to make our purchase as easy as possible. I would definitely recommend Elenita and Mercedes Benz of Rockville Center.
Elenita at this dealership was very helpful in getting us the car we needed. She was very patient by answering all questions we had and that made us very comfortable buying the car. We have bought four vehicles in the past, but working with Elenita and this dealership had been hands down the best experience ever. Also George was excellent in the delivery team. The presentation at the time of pick up blew us away. The only regret was we should have brought kids along so they could see too.. highly recommend!!! Keep doing what you do, it's making world a better car buying place!
Ele is a very informative and helpful sales lady. She is very proactive and was helping me till the car reached Chicago. The overall dealership experience was very pleasant. Ele was also the point person for arranging the transport and did the necessary paperwork. I would strongly recommend this dealership A happy customer
I have purchased 2 cars from Elenita!. When my health failed and I had to return the first one she made the experience bearable. Really worked with me during a difficult time. Highly recommend
I have NEVER had such a smooth transaction at any dealership as long as I've been purchasing cars. The customer service here was over the top. I did not have to do anything but sign on the line. It was an extremely fast transaction as well. I used EXPRESS CHECK OUT and the car was ready in an hour. I could not believe it. All of the staff have done an excellent job and I could have not asked for anything more. Oh yeah I failed to mention that the wrapped my car and put a bow on it....It took my breath away. This team of people rock...
This by far has been one of the best experiences I've had purchasing a car. Elenita's professionalism coupled with her great interpersonal skills is something for EVERY company to emulate. Both my husband and I were in awe and honored to have someone with such expertise, yet professional poise who took their time to address all of our needs without pressuring us. Aside from the great reception we received, what drew me to this dealership is how everyone is polite and on board with making sure that the customer walks out happy. A huge heartfelt thank you to Elenita and to the Rockville Center Mercedes-Benz dealership for a phenomenal experience!! We would also like to acknowledge John Skiadas from the Service Center who also went above and beyond to accommodate us while picking up the car! Upon reception of the car, I was greeted like a celebrity— the car was draped with a red bow and had a congratulatory message on the screen with my name on it! After taking many pictures and unveiling the car, I felt as if I walked out of a movie set! My family and I are totally hooked now and will definitely recommend this dealership to our friends and colleagues!
Elenita Talusan is an amazing sales women she got me what I wanted in less then 1 day I got my brand new car 2019 GLC I was in and out she made me feel so welcomed I cannot wait to work with Elenita!!! once again!! Thank You So Much!!!
Elenita was one of the best, if not the best sales representative I have ever dealt with. Elenita along with her manager Cary went over the top to make sure that my experience went well. I would definitely recommend Elenita and Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre to anyone.
Elenita was very helpful in every way to make purchasing a new vehicle as easy as possible. I definitely recommend Elenita to anyone looking to make anew purchase, she will go above and beyond to help you. Thank you Elenita.
My Sales Representative, Elenita Talusan, along with her manager, Cary Weinstein, delivered exemplary and professional customer service throughout my purchase of a Certified Pre-owned Mercedes Benz from your dealership in Rockville Centre. I've leased a total of five new Mercedes Benz vehicles over the years. Two at your dealership and three from a Mercedes dealership in Brooklyn. Elenita's assistance, under the guidance of Mr. Weinstein, was, by far, the best!
I never expected to get a GLE 350 MB until I called Elenita an asked for trade in an old Mercedes 2013 to the newest one .She offered me my dream car which I Diddn't expect to have it.I will definitely recommend her for my friends and relatives.
I met Elenita about one year ago but I had to put my car shopping on hold due to a parents terminal illness. I recently began looking online at RVC Mercedes and saw a car that caught my eye. When I called the dealership I asked for Elenita. She actually remembered me and my situation. She immediately helped to get me in the car I wanted, at a great price, and detailed to the point where it looked like a new car, including a new windshield. I would highly recommend Elenita and RVC Mercedes. I would also like to mention TJ and Nicole. They were at the service area where I picked up the car. They answered all of my questions and Nicole took over an hour out of her schedule to explain how to operate everything in the car.
Great deal for 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris, and also this my second 2018 metris at this dealership, professional sale for metris, and Excellent service for each time visit at dealership
Elenita is the best sales rep at Rockville center. I will never work with anyone else, recently bought our 3rd car with her, we went in looking for a smaller suv and she helped us get a brand new GLC at the lowest price possible. No hassle or haggling, she really is the best!! - Mandy Chintamani
Ok so this was my first ever Mercedes Benz experience and honestly I didn't know what to expect. I was recommended to MBRC by a great friend so I just trusted his word and took a chance. Needless to say, by my title you can y'all I had a great experience. Elenita kept in contact with me the whole time, for weeks providing me with all the information I needed to make my decision. They made the process very easy and comfortable for me and I would definitely recommend this dealership to everyone. In fact, I will be bringing them new customers very soon. Thank you MBRC for your commitment to excellence.
This was the smoothest transaction I have ever had purchasing a car. I highly recommend doing business with elenita. Will definitely be recommending her to friends and family!
Bought my 1st car, when it was Lakeview Mercedes, but when we met a down to earth Elenita, it's a pleasure to deal with, no hard sale, no pressure, you can take your time, no hassle, she'll give you all the time to make a decision. What a person!
I am happy to purchase the car S550 except bad odor of inside of the car. Hopefully it can be removed by ionizing. Will recommend your place to friends.
This is our third car purchase through Mercedes Benz of Rockville Centre. We won't go any where else. The car buying experience here is a pleasure.
This is my second time getting a car with Elenita and she never disappoints! I'm not the easiest customer but Elenita made sure that she got me exactly what I wanted and did she could to make the experience pleasant. She has a customer for life!
above and beyond service. they make you feel very comfortable and treat you like family as soon ad walk in. no pressure or pushy, very patient.
Choosing MBRVC to get our first Mercedes-Benz was the right choice and they make customers of high value and treat you like family with the luxury of Mercedes-Benz. Our sales person Ms. Elenita Talusan was so friendly and very helpful to give us the best deal to have our first Mercedes-Benz. We got the A-Class, which is so awesome to drive with lots of high tech features and have an amazing safety feature that we really like in a car. Getting our first Mercedes-Benz at MBRVC was an awesome, luxurious, and excellent experience for us. We will surely be back again and get our next car with MBRVC. Elenita T., George J. and the whole staff at MBRVC was truly an A-class just like our new Mercedes A Class.
Elenita was the best salesperson that anyone could ever ask for. She went far and beyond to make sure we was happy and satisfied with us buying a new vehicle from her and us living so far away. all I can say is that she is the best and we will buy from her again.
This is my second transaction with Elineta. After doing comparable due diligence ie: Manhattan MB, Silver Star Motors and Helms Bros. I return to Elineta to finalize the "DEAL"....Elineta is extremely accommodating and competent lending itself to a pleasurable hassle free experience..When my brothers MB lease is up he will be contacting Elenita
Overall experience I had with the dealership is excellent, the staffs are very friendly & helpful from sales to financing they all worked very hard & helped me to buy my dream car. So please keep up the good work & I will definitely recommend my friends & relatives to the dealership.
MARVELOUS!!!!!!!! Elenita is amazing she gave me so much confident that i made the right choice to drive the car that makes me feel safe as a woman in the road . Her professionalism and customer service is superb that when i left her office i was worry free.And as i was driving home i called my friends to share them my fabulous experience, and they all plan to change their BMW and AUDI for Mercedes Benz
I purchased 2 vehicle from Elenita, and never felt pressured. I will be happy to purchase from Rockville Centre anytime again in the future. Everyone was very pleasant and knowledgeable
Elenita made it so easy to buy my first car. She helped me decide on a car I never thought I'd be able to have as my own. It was an amazing experience and she put so much of her time into helping me.
Salesman on top, Car is Just what I wanted. well made but you already knew that. Courteous staff, clean environment . Feel Good. I would recommend.
From my initial visit to Mercedes Benz RVC I was impressed with the level of service. Never once did I feel like I was being hounded or pressured into buying anything. Audley answered all of my questions thoroughly. Everything that I paid for was clearly detailed and no hidden fees. Audley was extremely helpful and was always available when I had questions. This experience changed my views on the car buying process. My experience was as perfect and seamless as buying a car could be. I am definitely recommending Mercedes Benz RVC and Audley to all of my friends and family. I'm beyond pleased.
Best auto dealership Experience I have ever had- I have bought/leased over 30 cars. Audley went above and beyond and made us feel like we were part of the family. can't say enough about his professionalism, acumen, and demeanor. An all around amazing experience. I always dread when it's time to go to a dealership - I have been conditioned after so many interactions over the years - I always feel sales reps and the dealership are disingenuous and disinterested in their methods. Audley, TJ, and the Mercedes RVC team have altered my reality. Audley first gave us his undivided attention at the dealership Where we selected our vehicle and finalized our agreement in an hour. Afterwards Audley and TJ escorted us everywhere at the service center when we were ready to pick up the vehicle. The "reveal" /presentation of the vehicle was Nothing less than fantastic. My wife felt like a little girl waiting to unwrap her special gift. She is still talking about it several weeks later. Want to express my gratitude to Audley and TJ for making the experience so memorable. This is our first Mercedes but I can say without hesitation that it will not be our last. If the rest of the employees are anything like Audley and TJ you must truly have a very successful business. The Mercedes brand speaks for itself - they are amazing vehicles but it is the people that ultimately make the sale. I am already looking forward to my next experience at Mercedes-Benz of RVC.
Audley is one of the most professional sales representative I have ever dealt with. He made the process simple (not pressuring me into a deal), fast (all paperwork was done in less then an hour), and exciting (picking up my new lease was 10x better then when I picked up my previous lease at HelmBros). I will def come back to Audley once my lease is up, and will def recommend him to anyone looking for a new Benz.
Mr. Bullock was the best representative I've ever dealt with. I've had a few issues with other dealerships when looking about my first lease. He made the process easy and made me as comfortable as possible during the whole process. He answered all my questions I had about the different cars I wanted to inquire about and he helped me make the decision to buy my vehicle. He was there from lease agreement to picking up the car and was easily accessible if I had any questions. Best gift
Audley Bullock helped us lease a new Mercedes-Benz. He was very helpful and made our experience a pleasant one. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
Audley is great, and we had a good experience at this dealership. Would recommend to people are interested in leasing a Mercedes Benz. Thank you.
Thanks to Audley Bullock for his assistance in purchasing my new Mercedes. My first Mercedes purchase was a dream. From start to finish everything was smooth!
I just bought my first Mercedes Benz and it was the most pleasant experience thanks to Audley Bullock! He took his time and was never flustered with my many questions. I was never overwhelmed or felt rushed into buying. I love my new Benz!! Go to Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre and ask for Audley..he's the best at what he does!
Great service help me with all my questions and took me thru the whole process with patience and a big smile. Thanks again for your service
It is real easy to buy a car without anyone on the sales side being warm in their dealings. Not so in this case. Warmth and listening were very apparent. The whole operation is run like a professional and well-oiled machine.
I was referred to Audley by friends and I was so impressed with the level of service he provided. He was friendly, so knowledgeable and accommodating. I had a fairly good idea of what I wanted going in, and finally was trying to decide between two vehicles. My husband and I each test drove each car and Audley was very helpful in our decision making. When I arrived the next day, he was there to make sure everything was right and I was blown away by the presentation of my new car! The fact that Mercedes put in the time and effort to make the experience so special meant so much to me. George did a great job walking me through the interior and I drove away extremely happy with the whole experience and I absolutely love my car! This has been my first experience with Mercedes and I'm hooked!
Very professional, friendly and gave me a great deal, would recommend Audley. I came in to purchase a GLC and Audley went above and beyond to help me find the right deal.
I recently leased a new Mercedes from this dealership. I did the transaction on the one and only visit. Audley Bullock - the Sales Consultant - was very professional the entire time.
We discussed my needs and worked hard to meet them and more. He was attentive and extremely professional. He followed up and delivered. My experience was high quality. Regards E. Daniels
Audley followed up. He took his time. Provided many options of vehicles with prices. Allowed walk through. Provided next steps and clear guidance from interest to receipt of vehicle..
Had an amazing experience with Audley, very helpful and attentive. Definitely wasn't about the commission for him, wanted to make I got the car of my dreams for a reasonable price. I advise everyone to request for Audley, if you're at this location, definitely won't disappoint.
My salesperson Bill Mehrkens went above and beyond expectations. A truly professional and smooth transaction. I have leased 6 cars from this salesperson and dealership. My wife and I would never go anywhere else. Great experience overall and we love the vehicle.
From my entry to the RVC showroom to the Exit with my vehicle at your Hempstead facility, I have been completely satisfied with the process. Thanks!
An absolute pleasure working with this dealership, now, for my 3rd lease of a MB SUV. Would not hesitate to recommend Bill and RVC MB. TJ was patient and informative with the intro/pick-up/turn-in. Loved the unveiling!
Each of my family bought a car at MBRVC. Primary reason for using its sales Dept is clearly for Bill Mehrkens. He provides EXCEPTIONAL sales service and sales support in EVERY aspect. He is why we keep coming back!!!!!!! .
I never imagined that I'd have bought the car that I ended up with. The dealership was just so beautiful that my 16 year old son and I found ourselves going back to look at all of the gorgeous cars. When I set my eyes on my navy blue convertible, it was love at first sight. We got a great deal and I love my new car. I felt like Bill was honest and fair. No nonsense.
Good knowledge of MB models and competition. Very helpful in explaining financing and documents for insurance and registration. New vehicle pick up was easy and fast
Bill Mehrkens is a pleasure to deal with and is the reason I have been a loyal Mercedes customer for over 15 years! He is responsive, reliable and always puts his customer's first.
My wife and I would like to thank you for being a TREMENDOUS help with the selection and purchase of our GLC... the car is absolutely wonderful....so many features that is helpful as you enter senior citizen age...I have not forgotten the GLA... the black one is still in my radar.
I have been dealing with Bill Mehrkens for both my and my wife's automotive needs for years. He has been and continues to be current on every vehicle change and provides us with exactly the information needed to renew and upgrade our vehicles. He takes special care to continually design a vehicle for my wife so she is comfortable, safe, and happy. We have been very pleased with the fluid process of upgrading vehicles. We have found his information to be correct and providing a product that exactly meets our needs. We have known Bill a long time through the multiple cars we have acquired. We have recommended his expertise to many people and they have been as satisfied as we have. We look forward to a very long and professional relationship with Bill and MBRVC.
I switched from long time Bmw driver to Mercedes. From the moment I walked in to the dealer I KNEW I made the right choice. And I love driving my new Mercedes. I loved my bmw. But my Mercedes drives even better. The service has been unparalleled! Bill Mehrkens was so helpful, and so nice. I really come in on a whim to look, and ended up getting a new car. He made everything super easy!
While Rockville Center Mercedes is bright, clean and the staff is a pleasure talk to, Bill Mehrkens makes our buying experience perfect; Everytime. He knows each model, every detail and works to put together just what would work for us. Before trading my truck in, my wife had wanted to test drive the BMWx5 , so we went to the Freeport, NY dealership. Just did not have a good experience there. The desk brought over a sales person, who then handed us over to another sales person, who then finally handed us over to someone to take us for the test drive. The appearance of the dealership itself was nice, but, I would expect a BMW dealership to maintain a certain standard of professionalism among its employees. Instead, I saw employees who were dressed unprofessionally and who had manners that were exceedingly unrefined. When we were ready to leave, they only wanted to make a sale. Very high pressure to trade in our truck and 'make a deal'. We explained we wanted to shop another brand and think about it. We explained this a few times. A manager eventually came over to ask what he "had to do; today." Employees used high pressure sales tactics that made us uncomfortable. Seeing what has become of the Freeport dealership reminded us of how fortunate we are to have Bill and Rockville Centre Mercedes.
The experience I recieved while picking up my new Mercedes was pretty amazing. The unveiling event makes the customer feel very special and the professional attention you recieve is quite impressive. Having purchased several of these cars in the past at the Rockville Centre location I only know professionalism and quality customer care. I would like to personally thank the best Sales Representative, Bill Mehrkens for giving over 100% and making sure my husband and I were extremely pleased with our purchase. He has been our sales rep. from the beginning and I would only have him assist us. He's the BEST! He gets the business done in a diplomatic friendly style and gets it done Right! What can I say; Bill Mehrkens is the MAN!!! I would also like to acknowledge TJ Stevens, Delivery Manager and lastly Vance Clay, Product Concierge for his patience and support explaining to me all the "bells and whistles" that came with my beautiful vehicle. I know if I have any future questions, Bill, Vance, TJ and the entire team won't let me down. Thank you Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre for making my birthday a great fun-loving day!!!!!
Bill Mehrkens from MB of Rockville Centre was excellent. We took European Delivery of our 2019 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC43 Coupe and the experience was excellent. Bill frequently checked in throughout the process to ensure there were no hiccups...and there weren't. John Kerl made financing a smooth and easy process. And, the "re-delivery" once the vehicle arrived in the United States at the delivery center in Hempstead, NY was excellent.
This is my 7th Mercedes and I have dealt with Bill Mehrkens for all seven. Bill has always been fair and knowledgeable with our dealing and has never pressured me into anything I was not completly happy with or was out of my price range. Sales and service have always treated me very well.
First they had the exact car, color and accessories I was looking for and I didn't have to wait 6-8 weeks for one. The salesman Bill mehrkens and Carey Weiinstein treated me like they new me for a long time . I have been touting the praises to my friends.
The presentation was incredible. Of the 24yrs with Mercedes, this last pick up was beyond my expectations. The car is magnificent. The way the car was presented was so classy and grand, we were blown away. We are so thankful to Bill Mehrkens and the delivery team for making this truly memorable. Bill is truly a gem and we are glad to be long time customers of his. Anthony Angelo has been our service advisor just as long as Bill has been our salesman. He is a great guy, who really takes note on personal preference of each of his clients. He treats you more like a long time friend than a customer. Any problem he is quick to respond and come out with a solution just like Bill Mehrkens. This dealership goes beyond customer expectations. It clearly shows in their reputation of winning Best of the Best dealership for 4 yrs back to back.
My experience at the Mercedes Benz dealership was professional, thoughtful and supportive. The experience gets better with every new purchase. They strive to keep their customers satisfied. I return every three years!
After many years doing business with Mercedes Benz of Rockville Center (formally Lakeside) my wife and I were very pleased to lease a new 2019 C Class Mercedes Benz from this GREAT dealership. Bill Mehrkens, who I have know for many years, was once again very helpful in offering me the best deal for a great car. The dealership is professional and friendly and the service department is also just as great. Anthony Angelo is always willing to go above and beyond for the customers. Looking forward doing business with this dealership for many years to come.
Bill Mehrkens is a wonderful salesperson- very tuned in to our needs and what we wanted and more importantly what we didn't want!! Always a pleasure to work with Terry in every capacity!


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