Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 HEMI

For the 2011 model, a refreshed SRT8 will enter production, with the new 392-cubic-inch 6.4L HEMI V8. The new engine will feature Variable Camshaft Timing, as well as the Multiple Displacement System featured on the 5.7L HEMI.  Thanks to the revised engine, Chrysler engineers cited a quarter mile (~400 m) time of 12.4 seconds at 110 mph (180 km/h) - bettering the outgoing 6.1-Liter Hemi by 0.8 seconds, although that figure has varied wildly between automotive magazines. (Source: Wikipedia)

The 392 Hemi (6.4 liters) is rated at either 475 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, or 470 hp with 470 lb-ft, depending on the source. Both V8s shut off four cylinders when not needed (except with manual transmissions). It starts at $43,380, plus any gas guzzler taxes.  (Source: www.allpar.com)

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Chicken & Pork Adobo

Browning in the broiler

My grandmother always said,  "Learn to cook the dishes you like to eat!"


One of my all-time favorite Filipino dish is Chicken & Pork Adobo.  The meat is braised in soy sauce, vinegar, chopped fresh garlic, black peppercorns & bay leaves.  Once the meat is tender, it is sauteed to a golden brown and simmered again in the braising liquid on low for a few minutes.  Serve with freshly cooked white rice and freshly cubed tomatoes, it is the perfect meal!

Simmering in the braising liquid

My version substitutes fresh garlic with the granulated variety so my fingers don't reek all day long.  Instead of sauteing the meat, I broil it to a golden brown.  This way I don't splatter oil all over the range top and on my arms.



Give it a try.  My girls love it!  I'm sure you'll like it, too!


Ingredients:

• Cut up chicken & pork (I prefer belly for the fat layers!)
• 1 c. soy sauce
• 1 c. vinegar
• 2 c. water
• 1 tbsp. granulated garlic
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. black peppercorns
• 1 pc. bay leaf

Audi R8 Spider

Its outer skin is made of carbon fiber composite in some sections and the V10 engine produces 525 hp.  It launches the open-top two-seater to 60mph in 4.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of 195mph. 

Check out its features here!

American Pride Camaro SS at the Philadelphia Auto Show

This 2011 Camaro SS was painted by artist Mickey Harris.  By far, the best paint job at the recently concluded Philadelphia Auto Show!  The level of detail is both stunning and spectacular!   My images do not do justice to this patriotic "mural on wheels"!