Tom Morello, Serj Tankian & Tim McIlrath Release Pro-’Occupy’ Song "We Are the 99 Percent"

Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine, Tim McIlrath of Rise Against, and Serj Tankian of System Of A Down have teamed up to record and release a new song celebrating 1-year anniversary of Occupy Wall Street. Morello explained the song: "I wanted to do a huge riff-rock anthem. It would feel like the excitement of the global Occupy Wall Street movement." In addition to the three musicians, the song also features field recordings of Occupy protesters in downtown Manhattan's Zuccotti Park and Liberty Square. Listen to "We Are The 99 Percent" below.

Gary Hunt Wins World Cliff Diving Championship With Final Jump In Oman

British diver Gary Hunt was crowned the 2012 champion of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series yesterday, after diving 27.5 metres from a platform built into a cliff in Wadi Shab, Oman. Mr Hunt was watched by 5,000 spectators as he executed a impressive triple-quad dive, hitting the water below at 85kph. The Daily Mail reports that 11 competitors took place in the competition, which was won by Mr Hunt for the third time. He said: "This year has been the hardest without a doubt. "It felt like everyone was on top of their game and you had to be diving really well to win it. "Waiting for the final score was one of the most nerve-wracking times of my life."

David Guetta Premieres 'Explicit' New Video For "She Wolf"

David Guetta has unveiled the video for his new single 'She Wolf (Falling To Pieces)'. The track is the latest single to be taken from the producer's recent album 'Nothing But The Beat'. Guetta dropped the video, which features Australian singer Sia, after announcing a preview trailer earlier in the week. Watch 'She Wolf' below.

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Dewitt Academia Tourbillon Differentiel

This watch features a 44 mm diameter case, which integrates a flying tourbillon mechanism and Dewitt’s own differential system. The large opening on the tourbillon’s cage and movement bridges allows the Cotes de Geneve pattern to be easily viewed. Price $186,000

Hear QOTSA Leader Josh Homme's "Nobody to Love"

A new Josh Homme (QOTSA) solo track called "Nobody to Love" is featured during the end credits of the new movie 'End of Watch'. The song also appears on the film's soundtrack. Stream the tune below: 
                          

Priceless Tibetan Buddha Statue Looted By Nazis Was Carved From Meteorite

A thousand-year-old Buddhist statue taken from Tibet in 1938 by an SS team seeking the roots of Hitler's Aryan doctrine was carved from a meteorite, scientists reported on Wednesday. In a paper published in an academic journal, German and Austrian researchers recount an extraordinary tale where archaeology, the Third Reich and cosmic treasure are intertwined like an Indiana Jones movie. Called the "Iron Man" because of the high content of iron in its rock, the 24-centimetre (10-inch) -high statue was brought to Germany by an expedition led by Ernst Schaefer, a zoologist and ethnologist. Backed by SS chief Heinrich Himmler and heading a team whose members are all believed to have been SS, Schaefer roamed Tibet in 1938-9 to search for the origins of Aryanism, the notion of racial superiority that underpinned Nazism. Weighing 10.6 kilos (23.3 pounds), the statue features the Buddhist god Vaisravana seated, with the palm of his right hand outstretched and pointing downwards. Chemical analysis shows that the rock from which it was carved came from a meteorite. The rock survived a long trip through the Solar System and the destructive friction with the atmosphere when it collided with Earth. It is a particularly rare kind of meteorite called an ataxite, which has iron and high contents of nickel, according to the study, published in the journal Meteoritics and Planetary Science. "The statue was chiseled from an iron meteorite, from a fragment of the Chinga meteorite which crashed into the border areas between Mongolia and Siberia about 15,000 years ago," said investigator Elmar Buchner of Stuttgart University. "While the first debris was officially discovered in 1913 by gold prospectors, we believe that this individual meteorite fragment was collected many centuries before." The exact dating of the carving cannot be established accurately, but its style links it to the pre-Buddhist Bon culture of the 11th century. Vaisravana was the Buddhist god-king of the North, also known as Jambhala in Tibet. How Schaefer came across the statue is unclear, but the big appeal is likely to have been a large swastika, symbolising good fortune in Buddhism, carved on its chest. Once the statue arrived in Munich, it became part of a private collection and only became available for study by Buchner following an auction in 2009. Other meteorites have become incorporated into religious worship. The holy Black Stone in the Kaaba in Mecca is believed to be a stony meteorite. "The Iron Man statue is the only known illustration of a human figure to be carved into a meteorite, which means we have nothing to compare it to when assessing value," said Buchner. "Its origins alone may value it at $20,000 (15,500 euros). However, if our estimation of its age is correct and it is nearly a thousand years old it could be invaluable." (AFP)

Weekend Money – “Yellow” (Feat. Heems) (New Song)

The recently formed duo Weekend Money, made up of Dead Prez crony MC Ne$$ and Iraqi producer Baghdaddy, are out and about trying to make a name for themselves. Teaming up with Heems and his Greedhead label, the duo has released the Naked City mixtape–streamable now on Soundcloud. Their latest single also happens to feature a guest verse from Heems, who pulls together the raucous track rather swiftly. This particular song doesn’t stray far from the rest of the mixtape when it comes to overall sound. So if you are feeling this, chances are you are going to be digging this entire offering. (potholesinmyblog.com)

 Click to listen to Weekend Money' 'Yellow'

Down Premiere "Witchtripper" Music Video

New Orleans-based metal supergroup Down have released the official video for new single Witchtripper! The song is taken from the band’s latest EP – the first of a planned four-EP set – titled Down IV Part 1: The Purple EP." Watch it below.

Kymera Electric Powered Body Board

After originally being presented nearly 2 years ago by Jason Woods, the Kymera electric powered body board has undergone a series of improvements, and is nearly set for its official commercial release in 2013. The Kymera electric powered body board is powered by a lithium-ion battery pack that will allow the rider to zip across the waves for around an hour, also comes with a solar charging station to help refuel the board. The electric motor used can speed up to around 18 miles per hour and Jason is also developing a propane-powered model that would reach up to 25 mph. Retail price for the Kymera is currently set around $5,000, but Woods hopes that an increase in demand will allow him the opportunity to allow the price point to $2,000. Watch the Jet Powered Body Board in action in the video below.

Red Fang Release New Single "Crows In Swine"

Portland stoner rockers Red Fang have released a new single for their track “Crows In Swine“. The single was recorded this summer, released via Relapse Records and is also available for purchase on ITunes. 

Audi Crosslane Coupe Concept

Audi has pulled the covers off its new Crosslane Coupé concept, a sporty two-door crossover that could go to battle with the Mini Paceman if it ever sees the light of day. As a Q2 perhaps? Built from a combination of lightweight aluminium and carbon-based materials, the concept was designed for trendy urban youngsters looking for something that's both ultra-efficient and fun. It even has a removable roof that allows it to morph into an open-top cruiser. Audi openly admits that the styling of this concept provides a foretaste of what's to come from Audi's Q models. The concept is also a technological showcase that uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain to achieve average fuel consumption of just 1.1 litres per 100km and that's without sacrificing too much in the way of performance. The powertrain consists of a 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbopetrol engine mated to two electric motors. The smaller of the two produces 50kW/210Nm and acts primarily as a starter and alternator while the bigger unit develops 85kW/250Nm and provides most of the electrical traction. With a system output of 130kW, the little urban mud plugger is credited with an 8.6-second 0-100km/h sprint and a 182km/h top speed. What's more, its CO2 emissions rating of just 26 g/km makes the Prius look like an pollution factory. The interior is as high-tech as the rest of the car and most functions can be carried out by steering wheel controls for the driver's thumbs and the car is always connected to the worldwide web via social media sites like Twitter and Facebook. It can even send out photos and videos recorded on the road.   

Killer Mike Ft. Emily Panic & Chamillionaire "Anywhere But Here" (New Song)

Chamillionaire adds a new verse to Killer Mike’s ‘Anywhere But Here’ which appeared on his “R.A.P. Music” album.

"Call Of Duty Black Ops 2" Zombies Reveal Trailer Released

Activision and Treyarch have lifted the lid on three new zombie modes for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. The first mode is called Tranzit which allows for either solo or co-op play with up to three additional friends and is set in a “giant, expansive world” for players to explore. The next mode, Survival, has players killing zombies in just a single area from the Tranzit world. This will play similar to the previous zombie modes. The third and final mode is Grief – this lets up to eight players team up in two teams of four to try and survive the zombies the longest. While players can’t kill each other, they can block passages or find other ways to grief the other team, hence the name.

Movie Scene Inspired Cut-Paper Silhouettes By David Reeves

Photographer and designer David Reeves creates action scenes using silhouettes cut entirely out of paper. Using the paper silhouettes, he places them at various distances from his camera lens to create beautiful shots resembling a zombie attack, Batman, Ninja and Limbo. 

 

Jaguar F-Type Revealed

The long awaited F-TYPE has made its official debut and by the looks of it, its everything we'd hope for in a modern Jaguar roadster. The F-TYPE will be available in three models: Two V6 models which are available in a 340 or 360 hp variant and the F-TYPE V8S, a 5.0L supercharged V8 which can hit 0-60 in just 4.2 seconds and top out at 186 mph. The new roadsters will also feature Jaguar's new "Quickshift" eight-speed transmission, mechanical limited slip differentials in the V6 models (electronic in the V8), and a deployable spoiler.

Amazing Mind Reader Reveals His "Gift"

Meet Dave, a gifted seer who astonishes everyone who sits in front of him for a psychic session with his ability to uncover details of their personal and financial lives, in this clever stunt from Duval Guillaume Brussels, for Febelfin. 

The "Identity Thief" Trailer is Here!

The first trailer for Universal‘s comedy Identity Thief appeared today. It stars Jason Bateman as a successful guy and Melissa McCarthy as the con artist that ruins his life. It is directed by Bateman’s Horrible Bosses director Seth Gordon. The studio had set a May 2013 release date for the pic but recently moved it to February 8, 2013.

Song Premiere: Coheed And Cambria, "The Afterman"

"The Afterman", the title track of the new double concept album from New York progressive rockers Coheed And Cambria, can be streamed at RollingStone.com. "The Afterman" will be released in two separate full-length volumes. The first volume, "The Afterman: Ascension", will be available on both physical and digital platforms in the U.S. on October 9 via Hundred Handed/Everything Evil, and distributed through Fontana/Ingrooves (to be available in Canada via Universal Music Canada). The second volume, "The Afterman: Descension", is due in February 2013.

A. Lange & Söhne’s Lange Zeitwerk Handwerkskunst

A. Lange & Söhne has introduced a limited edition of their Lange Zeitwerk timepiece at the opening of their new boutique at the Dubai Mall. The Lange Zeitwerk Handwerkskunst is limited to 30 pieces and will only be available in A. Lange & Söhne boutiques. The original Lange Zeitwerk was released three years ago, receiving multiple awards as the first mechanical watch with a constant-force escapement. The limited edition Handwerkskunst features a hand-engraved dial and a Glashütte lever escapement made of hardened 18 carat gold, a material used by Lange in the 19th century for its insensitivity to magnetism. (watchtime)

Song Premiere: Bad Brains, "Into the Future"

DC hardcore punk outfit Bad Brains are streaming a new song “Into the Future” over at Rolling Stone. The song is the title track from the band’s forthcoming album due out November 20th.
Click to listen to Bad Brains' 'Into the Future'

Dumb And Dumber Sequel Gets An Official Title

The Farrelly Brothers have confirmed the title Dumb and Dumber To for their upcoming Dumb and Dumber sequel, which has been rumored for several weeks. Peter and Bobby have confirmed, via their Twitter feed, "You also might be interested to know that we are almost done with the Dumb and Dumber To (sic) script. I think you’re going to like it." Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels will be returning for the sequel to their 1994 comedy hit, which takes place 20 years after the original and will follow their characters tracking down one of their children. Shooting is expected to start in Spring 2013, after Daniels has a break from the HBO’s ‘The Newsroom’. The original Dumb & Dumber was given a prequel in 2003 with Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd, but without the creative involvement of the Farrellys, which most recent project was the slapstick comedy The Three Stooges.

Crystal Castles Release New Music Video For "Plague"

Canadian electro duo Ethan Kath and Alice Glass aka Crystal Castles have posted a new video clip for their first single titled Plague, which will be taken from their forthcoming new album, due to hit shelves in November. Originally created by a fan of the band, Ivan Grbin, Crystal Castles liked it so much, they decided to make it the official video. It uses disturbing footage from the 1981 Andrzej Zulawski film Possession.

The Casualties Streaming Entire New Album "Resistance"

New York punks, The Casualties are streaming their new album “Resistance” in its entirety. “Resistance” was released today via Season Of Mist.

Bill Murray Confirmed To Join Wes Anderson's "Grand Budapest Hotel"

In an interview with Vulture, Bill Murray confirmed that he will be appearing in director Wes Anderson’s upcoming The Grand Budapest Hotel by saying he was, ”about to go shoot a movie with Wes Anderson in Germany.” Also confirmed as cast members for the film are Jude Law and Johnny Depp, who appeared with Murray in Tim Burton’s 1994 film Ed Wood.

Miike Snow Release "Pretender" Music Video

Swedish electro-pop trio Miike Snow have unveiled the video for “Pretender,” off their sophomore LP, Happy to You, out now via Downtown Records/Universal Republic Records. It's the 4th video that features their large-nosed character ‘Jean Noel.’ Watch the Vern Moen directed video below:

The Sword Stream New Song "Veil Of Isis"

Austin heavy metal outfit The Sword are streaming a new song “Veil Of Isis” over at this location. The song is from the band’s forthcoming album, Apocryphon, which is due out October 22nd via Razor & Tie.

Neil Young & Crazy Horse Release "Walk Like A Giant" Video

Neil Young & Crazy Horse have released the video for "Walk Like A Giant", the lead single from their forthcoming album Psychedelic Pill out October 30 via Reprise Records. While the track is over sixteen minutes on the record, it's been trimmed to four and a half minutes in the official clip. Check it out below. Psychedelic Pill represents the band’s second release of 2012, following-up on the June 5 release of Americana. The album is set for release in double-CD format and is the longest set of recorded music in the band’s celebrated history. Psychedelic Pill features all original material.
                           

"Lamborghini Perdigon" Concept By Ondrej Jirec

Designing a Lamborghini concept that’s worthy of carrying the Lamborghini badge is a difficult task – sometimes even for Lamborghini. So for an independent designer working outside the brand to come up with something which out crazies the craziest car company of them all is rare. Step in Ondrej Jirec, a final year Transport Design student at the Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, California. His Lamborghini Perdigón (Pellet in Spanish) [EDIT: The Perdigón is actually named after a famous fighting bull] is a hyper car concept designed to compete with the top echelons of the motoring world like the Bugatti Veyron. The Perdigón concept takes Lamborghini’s stealth jet inspired design language and turns the dial up to 11. The whole concept features sharp angles and polygonal surfaces reminiscent of aircraft like the F117 Nighthawk and F22 Raptor. Unusual design elements of the Perdigón include the large air intake mounted just below the windscreen. This features a fan-like design on the inside which gives it the appearance of a jet engine. On the inside the Lamborghini Perdigón concept features a sharply styled and futuristic cabin which perfectly compliments the exterior. The high-tech multi-function steering wheel houses a digital display showing the gear selection, and there’s a couple of buttons and switches thrown in for good measure. Ahead of this is a small instrument cluster with the gauges deeply inset into their housings. The high center console not only allows air to be funneled from the front air intake to the mid-mounted engine, it also houses what looks like i-Drive inspired control knobs and leads up to a central infotainment screen mounted towards the front of the dashboard. The expansive glass canopy of the concept, which was modeled after fighter jet canopies, is bisected by a thin bar which runs the length of the roof and windscreen. (DisenoArt)

Avenged Sevenfold Release "Carry On" — New Song From "Call of Duty: Black Ops II"

After taking much of 2012 off, Avenged Sevenfold return with the track 'Carry On,' which was recorded for 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II.' Listen to the band's first (and probably only) new song to be released in 2012.

"Need For Speed Most Wanted": Single Player Trailer

Criterion and EA have released a new trailer for Need for Speed: Most Wanted detailing the single-player mode of this open-world-type driving game. Most Wanted, will be available on October 30th, 2012, for PC, Xbox 360, PS3, PS Vita, iOS and Android. A special limited edition pack featuring double speed points, custom liveries, pre-customized rollouts and two vehicles: the Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale and Porsche 911 Carrera S will also ship on October 30, 2012.

Hitachi Unveils Glass Slivers That Store Data Forever

As Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones prove, good music lasts a long time; now Japanese hi-tech giant Hitachi says it can last even longer -- a few hundred million years at least. The company on Monday unveiled a method of storing digital information on slivers of quartz glass that can endure extreme temperatures and hostile conditions without degrading, almost forever. And for anyone who updated their LP collection onto CD, only to find they then needed to get it all on MP3, a technology that never needs to change might sound appealing. "The volume of data being created every day is exploding, but in terms of keeping it for later generations, we haven't necessarily improved since the days we inscribed things on stones," Hitachi researcher Kazuyoshi Torii said. "The possibility of losing information may actually have increased," he said, noting the life of digital media currently available -- CDs and hard drives -- is limited to a few decades or a century at most. And the rapid development of technologies has resulted in frequent changes of data-reading hardware. "As you must have experienced, there is the problem that you cannot retrieve information and data you managed to collect," said Torii, apparently referring to now-obsolete record players and cine films. Hitachi's new technology stores data in binary form by creating dots inside a thin sheet of quartz glass, which can be read with an ordinary optical microscope. Provided a computer with the know-how to understand that binary is available -- simple enough to programme, no matter how advanced computers become -- the data will always be readable, Torii said. The prototype storage device is two centimetres (0.8 inches) square and just two millimetres (0.08 inches) thick and made from quartz glass, a highly stable and resilient material, used to make beakers and other instruments for laboratory use. The chip, which is resistant to many chemicals and unaffected by radio waves, can be exposed directly to high temperature flames and heated to 1,000 degrees Celsius (1,832 Fahrenheit) for at least two hours without being damaged. It is also waterproof, meaning it could survive natural calamities, such as fires and tsunami. "We believe data will survive unless this hard glass is broken," said senior researcher Takao Watanabe. The material currently has four layers of dots, which can hold 40 megabytes per square inch, approximately the density on a music CD, researchers said, adding they believe adding more layers should not be a problem. Hitachi have not decided when to put the chip to practical use but researchers said they could start with storage services for government agencies, museums and religious organisations.

Die Antwoord Release "Dis Iz Why I'm Hot" (Zef Remix) Video

South Africa’s finest return with their latest video, a quick clip of the duo rapping over Mims’ “This Is Why I’m Hot” beat. Watch it below.

2013 Daihatsu D-R Concept

Japan's Daihatsu has traveled to the 20th Indonesian Motor Show to display a concept car called D-R.  Not yet confirmed for production, the D-R is billed as a spiritual heir to the Copen roadster that was phased out earlier this year after a ten year-long production run. The D-R hasn't changed since it made its first public appearance in Tokyo almost a year ago. Its overall silhouette is reminiscent of the aforementioned Copen but it features more aggressive styling cues that put it in line with the brand's recent design language. One of the D-R's most innovative features is that its resin body panels can be removed and replaced with a different set that gives the roadster a more sports car-like appearance. On the inside, the uncluttered dashboard features a color touch-screen for the infotainment system and two combination switches mounted on the center console that are linked to the vehicle's climate control unit. To further tidy up the appearance, the instrument cluster has been replaced with a LCD screen that flashes vital information about the car. Considered a kei car in its home country of Japan, the D-R is powered by a turbocharged two-cylinder gasoline-burning engine with a displacement of 660cc.  Performance figures were not released but the roadster is said to be fully functional. (leftlanenews)

Juicy J, Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz "Bandz A Make Her Dance" (New Video)

Juicy J drops his new J.R. Saint directed visual for the remix to his hit ‘Bands A Make Her Dance’, which features Lil’ Wayne and 2 Chainz. Check it out in this clip below.

Multicolor LIFX LED Light Bulbs Can Be Controlled By Smartphone

A new smartbulb has been designed that can easily be controlled with iOS or Android app and can control the mood of your room or your entire house.
1 LIFX smartbulb will last 40,000 hours or 25 years and reduce power consumption by up to 20% from conventional bulbs. Phil Bosua, an Australian entrepreneur who lives in Ferny Creek in Melbourne has designed these bulbs. Basua says, "Traditional bulbs also use heaps of power and those energy efficient fluoro bulbs have that cold white light that we all hate". "So I started thinking with all the technology we've got today, surely there must be a better way. I mean it's not like we get up to change the TV anymore, so why do we still do that with our lights? Six months and more than a dozen prototypes later, we've managed to create the world's smartest energy efficient light bulb," he added. LIFX Smartbulbs can be turned off and on and color of the glow can also be changed. One can control multiple bulbs and multiple locations from a single smartphone wirelessly. These bulbs can be programmed to turn on when you arrive home and wake you up gradually glowing brighter. One such bulb will cost $69 while a pair will cost $119 and four bulbs will be available in $196. Expected delivery for the LIFX smartbulb is March 2013. 

Submotion Orchestra - It's Not Me It's You (Official Video)

London/Leeds-based seven piece Submotion Orchestra return with 'It's Not Me It's You' - the first single taken from their forthcoming album "Fragments", due out on October 8.

Steve McQueen’s 1964 Driving License

This is Steve McQueen’s 1964 international motorcycle license. It sold at auction in 2009 for a whopping $42,700 USD.

Graveyard Premiere New Music Video, "Goliath"

Swedish blues rockers Graveyard have unveiled the official video for their new single, 'Goliath', from their upcoming Lights Out album (out November 6). The clip was produced by Artur Wolgers / Dea Saracevic from Mexico86 Production. 
                          

Seiko Announces New "XNY" Watch Brand

The Seiko Corporation of America launched its newest watch brand, XNY™, which it says was influenced by a fusion of what both fashion and cultural independence represent. XNY watches capture youthful energy, artistic diversity and the powerful strength of New York City, according to the brand.  XNY is being introduced exclusively at Macy's nationwide with prices ranging from $120 to $220. The XNY line taps into current and emerging trends in youth culture that find their influences in music, arts, fashion and design and feature two categories. One category, influenced by a 1980's throwback street style with a current flair, features modern interpretations of classic watch styles with high contrast details as well as sleek minimalistic designs with strong presence. The second category features watches with a durable, rugged look that is inspired by a combination of vintage, military, handmade and industrial styles.

Calvin Harris And Florence Welch Debut New "Sweet Nothing" Video

Check out the just released video for Calvin Harris and Florence Welch‘s new song “Sweet Nothing”! The song is the next single off of Calvin‘s highly anticipated album 18 Months, due out in stores on October 18.

Resident Evil In 5 Minutes

Before RE6 comes out, we recap the entire Resident Evil franchise (mostly). Catch up on the crazy struggle between our indomitable heroes and the evil Umbrella Corporation. (IGN)

Video Premiere: Diplo Feat. Jahan Lennon – "About That Life"

Just yesterday, Diplo unveiled his Jahan Lennon-featuring track "About That Life." Now, the Philadelphia producer (who also performs as part of Major Lazer) has given that same song its own music video. This track comes from Diplo's forthcoming solo album, the details of which have yet to be confirmed (although it's expected out sometime in 2013). Additionally, Major Lazer will release an album called Free the Universe on February 19.

Janka Nabay & the Bubu Gang Premiere New Video For "Eh Mane Ah"

Earlier this year, Sierra Leone dance musician Janka Nabay released En Yay Sah, his album with the New York group the Bubu Gang. And now we’ve got a video for “Eh Mane Ah,” a hyperactive track from the album, showing a generally blissful scene at a Nabay show at the Getty in L.A.
                          

Spherical Drive Motorcycle Being Developed By Engineering Students

Taking their inspiration from the spherical wheeled Audi RSQ concept seen in the Will Smith film, I, Robot, a group of students at the Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering at San Jose State University have created a similar concept, but with just two wheels. Besides an eco-friendly electric drivetrain, the bike's spherical drive system is promised to be safer than a traditional motorcycle since the front wheel can't suddenly turn sideways and jackknife, leading to a crash. And those giant spherical wheels—made from carbon fiber and fiberglass covered in industrial rubber—make maneuvering and parking an absolute breeze since the bike can move sideways just as easily as it can move forwards and back. The students hope to have the concept fully assembled and running by the end of the year, but whether or not such a design would ever go into production remains to be seen.