10. Honda Motors Company

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Since the dawn of the 20^th century, Honda vehicles have been known for giving too little attention to the quality of their seatbelts. Car owners claim that when they take off their seatbelts, their release buttons would often crack and therefore become out of use. In the United States alone, this car company has received hundreds of recalls on seatbelts particularly in the 2001 to 20013 Honda Civics and 2002 Odyssey minivans. On top of that, the poor quality of Honda car airbags has also been an issue since 2008. Car owners say that when they deploy too much pressure in their airbags, they end up being ruptured. The car company is geared up to recall around 1.1 million autos today because of their substandard airbags.

9. General Motors Vehicles

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Engine mounts are car parts that link the car engine to the car frame and are typically made of rubber or metal. In the 1960’s, several road accidents took place among General Motor vehicles users due to the poor quality of their engine mounts. Those who acquired cars from this car company claimed back then that the rubber material used in the engine mounts of their vehicles was erosive, and this often resulted in the hysterically high speeds of their cars. This problem is said to have affected more than six million General Motor vehicle users and caused approximately 63 road accidents and 16 injuries at the time. Today, the car company is reportedly planning to recall around 48,000 defective Pontiac Vibes.

8. Toyota

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Though it has been widely touted as one of the best car companies in the world, Toyota has also had its own share of recall problems back in 2010. That year, clients complained about serious defects in the gas pedals of their Toyota Corolla cars, which caused their cars to suddenly come to a halt while in the midst of full-acceleration. As can be expected, this car problem resulted in over 31 deaths among Toyota Corolla users in the United States alone. Toyota cars also received recalls because of their defective airbags manufactured by Japan-based Takata Corporation, the company that also supplied the flawed airbags of Honda cars in 2002. Toyota has been spending millions of dollars recalling over 1.7 million cars around the world since 2010.

7. BMW

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BMW used to have its own airbag inflator issues in the 1900’s and had to recall more than 13 million of its car units across the world. This year, the car company is recalling yet again another batch of 750,000 BMW cars in the United States, South Africa and Canada on account of a grave electrical issue that causes cars to automatically stall while their speed and acceleration are on a full-throttle. The battery cable connection with fuse box inside the BMW cars built between 2007 and 2011 are said to disintegrate over time, causing the cars to come to a full halt because of sudden electric power loss. This is said to have caused several fatalities in the national highways of the three countries, especially in Canada.

6. Porsche       

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The highest-rated premium sports car had its most massive recall early this year, when it had to fix less than 3,000 models 911 Carrera and Carrera 4 cars due to faulty tailpipes. In a press release issued by Porsche, the car company reported that the exhaust tailpipes of these cars were fractured and could fall off anytime and could cause a possible increase in the risk of crash. The German car company is set to replace the tailpipes of its Carrera model cars built between March and November 2012 with more durable exhaust pipe systems by replacing their rear mufflers without charging any cost to its clients.

5. Mitsubishi Motors

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Mitsubishi is currently recalling around 2.2 million of its mini-car vehicles in Japan as a means of addressing its clients’ calls for a replacement in their faulty engine oil seals in December 2012. The Minica and Minicab models of Mitsubishi cars sold in Japan in 2012 are claimed to suffer from engine oil leaks due to their problematic oil seals. Around 660 Mitsubishi vehicles in Japan suffered from engine oil leakages and slip-offs in their seals, mechanically halting the engines and stalling the cars. The car company is allocating around 7.5 billion yen in repairing this essential engine part and in taking improvement measures in its future manufactures.

4. GM Daewoo

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In 2010, US automaker General Motors subsidiary GM Daewoo recalled more than 58,000 vehicles due to major manufacturing defects, affecting its Winstorm, Lacetti Premiere and Damas models. That year, the company had to replace the faulty steering wheels in its Winstorm models released from 2006 to 2007 as well as the defective fuel houses in the Lacetti Premiere cars sold between 2009 and 2010. Daewoo vans were also complained to have been manufactured with substandard safety measures in the United States. Its latest batch of recalls was in 2012, when the car company had to fix around 48,00 0 cars in Southeast Asia due to door lock problems.

3. Hyundai

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In 2007, South Korean automaker Hyundai motors recalled 1,059,824 vehicles and SUVs after it had received complaints on their faulty switches and loose headliners. It took the giant car company four years to complete the recalls and replace more than a million switches that caused several instances of car crash in the United States. On top of those, the car company also recalled almost 200,000 of its Elantra cars sold in 2011 to fix the headliners displaced during airbag deployment through the application of adhesive strips. Following that massive recall, Hyundai had a larger recall in which it replaced all the malfunctioning stop lamp switches of its cars that caused the brake lights not to light up when the brake pedal is pressed.

2. Kia Motors

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 Kia Motor Company, the subsidiary of South Korean automaker Hyundai, is in the process of recalling more than 2,000,000 vehicles sold in the United States, covering about thirteen of its model cars. The complaints rose from issues in the electrical systems of the vehicles as well as the airbags provided for them by another major and controversial Japanese auto parts supplier. The defective switches were also an issue, as the brake-transmission shift interlock features of some Kia models caused electrical instability, hence the wild and continuous illuminations in their warning lights.

1. Ford Motor Company

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Ford vehicles back in the 1980’s suffered from the “park-to-reverse” automatic transmission defect, which refers to the tendency of vehicles to look as though they are in park when they only slip into reverse. This Ford incident is dubbed as the largest recall in the entire history of auto manufacturing, with over 21 million vehicles all over the world affected. This particular defect caused over 6,000 accident-related deaths and around 2,000 injuries in several countries. The Ford Motor Company proceeded with the massive recall after the Department of Transportation of the US government brought the alarming figures to their attention.

10. Complete a Collectors’ Item Set

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Back in the old days, you used to save every penny in your school allowance in order for you to collect cars, action figures, and other toys. But with the help of a 3D printer, you can replicate a collection you just can’t find anywhere. You do not have to spend hundreds and even thousands of dollars for a collector’s item that has been ages old. And you do not have to go through the frustration of not completing your collection. Can you just imagine 3D printing a whole set of cars that you love, such as a Chevy Camaro, a Ford Mustang, and a Bugatti Veyron all found in your living room with just a fraction of a cost?

9. Create Your Own Set of Popular Action Figures

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Kids and even adults alike just love to collect action figures and have them all placed tenderly inside the room or in a collector’s cabinet. Superheroes, robots, movie characters, and even villains all make up a satisfying collection of toys. With the help of a 3D printer, you can now spend more time in making your toys complete without going through auctions and waiting for decades just for your favorite action figure to show up. What’s even better is that you could even make your own pose, myriad of costumes, and other modifications that would make you see toy heaven.

8. Replace Missing Lego Bricks

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If you or your child has bought a Lego set where each piece is necessary to make a desired theme or model, it could be sometimes frustrating if a piece or two goes missing and you cannot complete the set, making it a mere stack load of bricks that can create objects at random. But when you are apt with a 3D printer, you can replace that missing piece in a jiffy, and you could even make pieces from other collections as long as you have a copy. Imagine how happy your kid would be if he could have a Lego Darth Vader, a Batman, and Legolas all in one place.

7. Craft Your Own Set of Jewelries

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It can be quite a drag if you cannot find the earring or bracelet that perfectly matches your getup for the day. Sometimes, women even spend hours strolling in the mall just for them to find a piece of jewelry that would complement the clothes, the bag, and even the shoes. When manipulating designs for 3D printers become easy with developed interfaces and design editors, even the girls would no longer have to tire their feet or strain their eyes in search of the suitable accessory. What’s even special is that you can print the color you want, at the time when you feel that what you have is not what really matches your look. Custom bead necklaces anyone?

6. Make Customized Home Ornaments

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Say you are a nifty interior home designer and you do not have the piece you need to make a perfectly themes living room. What would you do? Will you travel the world and buy antiques that cost thousands of dollars just so it could be displayed at home? What if your theme is Indonesian or Russo? Would you have to go to those places for you to have the desired ornament you want? When you have a 3D printer in your hands, you can ask for professionals to make the design you want and place it comfortably wherever you want it. After all, it’s made of plastic, so you’re worry-free from breakage.

5. Fabricate Medical Aid Devices

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Who says that 3D printing is just for children and for those who love to have fun? Since this thing is able to create almost anything from plastic, as long as there is a pattern and a design to follow through, you could make medical aid devices for people who have physical disabilities. From neck braces, to custom-sized crutches, and even prosthetic legs, you no longer have to spend too much money from merchandise you can get for almost free.

4. Supply Yourself with DIY Tools and Stuff

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If you are the type that has passion in creating a perfect home, you may have looked for curtain rods, cabinet handles, door knobs, light switches, and even other fittings that are based on your creative taste. However, because most pieces are mass produced, it may take time for you to have the piece that you really want. Why not use your 3D printer and make a lion head door knob to live it up? You can even create other stuff that’s great for any home or office.

3. Create Your Replacement for Missing Parts

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What will you do if your washing machine handle broke, or your gas stove valve snapped into two? Would you endure the many days of going to the laundry service and mess up your clothes or eat in a restaurant until the company provides you a replacement? Well, you don’t have to go through that anymore. With a 3D printer right in your home, you can measure stuff such as fitting hole size, lengths, and so on, and let the professional take care of the rest. In no time, you could have parts replaced like it’s brand new. You could even make your own bolts, nuts, and other things. There have even been instances when such plastic printed products were used to replace parts in a plane.

2. Fool Visitors with Fake Food

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Yup, 3D printers are so great in detail that you could create realistic food such as meat slices, vegetables, and even seafood. You can use these to fool the visitors that you have lots of food or you could just use it as a display in your dining table to have that feeling of satisfaction  that you have the delicacies you want. Yes, you can even make pieces such as curried rice, beef broccoli, stir-fried noodles, and much more.

1. Make Your Own Plastic Clothes

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As exaggerated as it might be, you can actually create clothes out of 3D printers. All you have to do is to take note of how clothe strands are formed and you can create dresses, vests, and even scarves based on the colors you want to apply. Just have your design ready and let the printing professional take care of the rest. But if you have the time to practice how it can be done at home, then you may make your own clothes in no time, and shades that you truly love.

10. Lexus GS

You just have to notice that this Lexus hybrid is so good that it lets you feel like you are driving a standard car when it comes to steering, handling, and even comfort. The interiors were also superior when it comes to style and functionality that it could have won an award if there is any. Fuel economy is also considerable as a great contender for bagging the 2013 title, but there have been some flaws on design that made GS lose the opportunity. Considering that Lexus models have attractive faces, this one’s just not right as testers saw something from an alien movie… nope, not that the car looks extraterrestrial in a positive sense, but it looked like a “Predator” with its mask on.

9. Honda Accord

Honda Accord has been in the market for so long, and many developments have been under way in order for it to become the high-performance sedan it’s supposed to be. For 2013, you may feel confused that the latest make is actually 3.5 inches shorter… Wait… SHORTER?! Yes, although fans have been used to seeing the Accord as a low-long-wide car, it has considered consumers that have difficult time in having it fit the garage. Also, performance is great with engines that are more efficient, with CVT employed better than other models. Sound is also considerable as you can barely feel any inconsistencies on function. It could have bagged this year’s award, if only there were features that have been revolutionary, rather than seeing a unit with gradual change.

8. Toyota Avalon

True to its Japanese culture, manners, and driver consideration, the Toyota Avalon is so great with interior space utilization that it could be attributed by judges as Zen and feng shui combined to provide that huge space inside the vehicle. You just have to be awed with a sport mode and paddle shifters that already broke the cycle of staying with the old and transitioning to the modern. Steering and handling brings you to where you want it, but with little feedback. Speed is also loved with this improved sedan. The only letdown it had was its hybrid type that’s just less than what you’d expect from its gas model.

7. Ford C-Max Hybrid

For a hybrid, the C-Max Hybrid can be considered one of the cheapest cars there is, which would be great once this baby launches for selling next year. Efficiency is also admirable with packaging that gives drivers and enthusiasts a buy for their money. Just how good is the package? According to one judge, it’s like having many car features, such as that of Prius’ efficiency, Focus’ feel of the drive, and Escape’s functionality and driver-friendliness. Nevertheless, the economical price has its setbacks, which can be found on some of the interiors of the vehicle. Aside from that, everything could have been close to perfect.

6. Cadillac ATS

As it was tested by drivers, one thing that can be noticed is that its performance, features, and other elements are comparable, if not close to that of the Series 3 from BMW. In fact, testers and judges alike never thought that the 3 Series can be overthrown or at least shaken from one competitor. What’s it got and how it got par with a great contender? Balance has been met at paramount, the body, along with the design is greater than second best, and steering was a lot better than most candidates. Some of the letdowns however, include cramped rear seats and difficult manual transmission transition.

5. BMW 3 Series

The BMW 3 Series is a great choice among drivers not just because of the name and the label that has created some of the best sedans in the market, but also due to its riding balance that drivers are always looking forward to experiencing. However, this baby was losing a bit when it comes to steering and turbo, something that have been flawless in other models. There has also been something noticed by testers that steering does not match with the actual power of the engine, causing lapse when it comes to the timing of the maneuverability.

4. Ford Fusion

At long last, you can now have a vehicle that’s close to an Aston Martin without the additional expense on the name. Ford Fusion has that kind of good looks that many would expect it as something else. Also, it could be noticed that ever since it was hailed as 2010’s Car of the Year, there have been modifications to space, wind noise handling, and even usability so that it could bag another COTY for 2013. After all, its steering was better than that of the BMW 328. Too bad though that it majorly flawed on handling as sudden stirs and direction change gives you that coily springy feeling, along with brakes that just feels forced when stepped in.

3. Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 has always been a crowd favorite, as it is considered to be one of the best everyday supercars that you could bring out almost so often. Without prejudice by the fact that it’s a fave, judges have commended on its new improvements on hydraulics, power assistance and output support, and other features that make the Carrera a stunning success. However, disappointments such as body dynamics and engine placement have been consistent year after year, making the 911 still not that close to having the 2013 COTY

2. Subaru BRZ

Have you imagined that a car priced at less than $30,000 could match and go at par with more expensive models like the McLaren MP4-12C and Chevrolet Camaro ZL1? If the Subaru BRZ is just like what you could imagine, then there is more to how its nifty sporty exterior look, which can mislead drivers and fans alike. Chassis, balance, and steering are three of the best features that judges have praised BRZ for, if only there was a variant that could provide more torque than what has been offered already. What if it looked like an Aston Martin? Maybe it had taken the title with little effort. In short, the BRZ was lacking at the looks department for not being able to look as rad as it runs.

1. Porsche Boxster

While the BMW 3 Series, the Cadillac ATS, and the Ford Fusion proved to have great handling improvements for this year’s title battle, Porsche Boxster, according to judges, has the best feel when it comes to bringing it on the road, testing its maneuverability, and abusing its limits. If it could have the chance of beating the 911 for engine, then it could have been the best car that Porsche could ever create in this classification. But being at its best, you just have to expect that the price tag over this performer is just beyond of what can be called as value.

10. Toyota – Automotive

The number 10 spot was actually assumed by Hewlett-Packard under the electronic sector based on the 2011 ranking of the top 100 brands. Its brand value then was 28,479 ($m). This is a one step upward move by Toyota because it was ranked number 11 last year, which signifies improvement compared to previous years ranking and brand ratings. Its brand value this year has reached 30,280 ($m) for about 9%. Indeed, it has proven its acceleration in a literal and figurative way as one of the leading car makers in the world. Based on their report, they have repeat customers, and have focused their efforts to younger patrons while intensifying sales along with its incentives. It did work this year, despite of the downfall that it has experienced from 2009 to 2010. 

9. Samsung – Technology

Many have assumed that the sudden ladder-up of Samsung from 17^th position in 2011, while in the 19^th spot in 2010 and this year to the 9^th spot are all attributed to the introduction of the Galaxy Note and Galaxy S III. In fact, a 40% increased is an obvious reason for its brand value of 32,893 ($m). Last year, it had 20% increased, and it doubled in 2012. This is really a remarkable impression of growth, and everyone agrees to the report because of their smartphones aside from other household devices that they have in the market which they are known for in the beginning. It has outshined and left Nokia that is in the number 19^th spot this year, which was a signed of a decreased, compared to its last year number 14^th position. Moreover, another contributory factor as well as was the recent London 2012 Olympics wherein they were one of the sponsors that has expanded brand awareness to about 14 million that it had reached.

8. Intel – Technology

It went down to number 8^th spot from last year’s 7^th spot that had an increase of 10% or 35,217 in 2011 brand value ($m). It does not mean that it’s soaring down, but it incurred a 12% increased this year of 39, 385 ($m). With the continuous competition in the market with regards to high-end smartphones, and other computing technologies, Intel finds it harder to break the core. Nonetheless, based on the graphical presentations, there is a continuous rise of its brand value while strengthening and developing marketing programs, driving more customers, and targeting the next generations. In fact, it has included hiring and developing new leaders of the company despite of the major changes and evolution in the realms of technology. This spot was once belong to Apple Company which is one of the brands on this list that has grown tremendously.

7. McDonald’s- Restaurants

This is one of the brands on this list along with Coca-Cola that actually market under the food sector although McDonalds caters to restaurant while the other one is on beverages. It ranked number 6 on last year’s list with 6% brand growth of 35,593. This year, its growth went up to 13% of 40,062 ($m). It still holds an exceptional foodservice retailer mark because of their continuous practices of consumer communication and interaction. It is true that they amidst of the progress that they are embarking, there are still critics that still leave unfavorable remarks and opinions about the health menu options that they are offering to their customers worldwide. They focus on other areas where they can better reposition their worth like doodling the designs of their establishments, and in fact some of their branches underwent renovation to make it more comfortable and appealing to the huge numbers of patrons of McDonalds.

6. GE – Diversified

It was on the 5^th spot since 2010 and 2011, but based on the report, it never had an increased securing 0% of 42, 808. Nonetheless, the good news this year, it has an increased of 2% of 43,682 of brand value ($m). They have made serious changes and they utilized a high-level form of communication in disseminating information to the public in order to reach more customers. They strengthened, and took advantage of the green technology promotion. It has also influenced greatly to their 2% growth the recent London Olympics 2012 since, they were also one of the sponsors of this event. 

5. Microsoft- Technology

It ranked number 3 in 2010 and 2011 recurring a negative brand value of 3% of 59,087, and this year, that number -3% has slashed out one percent, making it -2% recording 57,853 ($m). Despite of the negative percentage that it shows, it still holds the title as one of the most reputable brands when it comes to technology. They recognized the statistics that they are indeed has a slow growth since the introduction of a better operating system in the market. In fact, they are competing against Apple’s boldest platform because of their revolutionalized OS. They are still working on positive resolve in making a comeback, and hopefully that would happen next year. They are now forming other plans to compete with other industries amidst the economic slowdown on their end. They know that their weakest area is on business users wherein they are to push on hardware market that will sufficiently put them back on the competition, and totally leash-off the negative figures on their brand growth.

4. Google – Technology

It has maintained its ranking since 2010, and it has a remarkable brand growth last year of 27% of 55,317, and this year, it went down to 26% brand growth of 69,726. It has been a fruitful year for Google especially that the Google + has finally launched, and its teaming up to various Smartphone companies because of its Operating System, Android. Moreover, it has shaped up in a very significant portion when it comes to its search engine platform as to its market sharing. In addition, there are new products that were introduced like the Project Glass, Google Drive, and Google TV despite that it is also competing with Microsoft and Apple when it comes to mobile applications.

3. IBM – Business Services

It went down from 2^nd spot to 3^rd spot this year. It had a brand value increased of 8% of 69,905 in 2011. This year, it has remained on the same position of 8% increase, but its value is $75,532. It still consistent in making to the market especially that they have sustained in focusing to business clients with their reputation as sustainable, innovative, and profitable brands that offer their products not just in the United States, but in the world. Some of the things that contributed greatly to their brand growth are their low-cost photovoltaic cells, and new products that will incorporate their vision for 2013 goal. They also recognized that their revenue became weak during the 2^nd quarter of 2012, but they are still set on making way to emerging markets and attention.

2. Apple – Technology

Just like Samsung, Apple has made an upscale ascension from 17^th spot in 2010 and 8^th spot in 2011. This year, it grabbed the number 2 position from IBM that it held for two consecutive years, 2010 and 2011. In fact, it had a soaring high rate brand growth of about 58% or 33,492 ($m). This year, it has recorded 129% increased of $76,568 despite of the competitions that it had with Samsung, and a literal battle on court. The passing of Steve Jobs did not weaken the company’s perspective and its continuous progress to offer refined and defined technological products. The transformation of their products like iPhone, an iPad are truly remarkable despite of the hefty price tag that it actually sets.

1. Coca-Cola Beverages 

10. Batmobile (1973)

When Batman came out with the Superfriends in 1973, his batmobile was also included in the series where the concept was taken from the Batman Live Series with the 1955 Futura. However, it was all blue and simple.

9. Batmobile (2008)

Batman: The Brave and the Bold was able to bring back elements from the batmobiles of the past where old concepts of black and red lines, the batman face on the hood, and the modern touch of current mobiles with lines and edges have been combined, making a great masterpiece in the animated series.

8. Batmobile (1992)

The batmobile from Batman: The Animated Series is also garnering quite the praise from many Batman fans because of sleek lines, dimensions, and consistency of the vehicle from the real thing. It may be quite lengthy, but you know that there is something more to the car than just the looks.

7. Batmobile (2005)

Alex Ross was able to create one of the most exquisite batmobiles to be known in DC Comicdom, even if there have been information that the concept has a touch of pre-World War II appearance. It can be seen that the design has a touch of Batman Returns and Batman Forever with lesser details, more curves, and fewer lines.

6. Batmobile (2011)

When the Batman: Noel comic short was created as a twist of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”, it was never expected that a Lamborghini Ankonian lookalike would grab the attention of readers and batmobile enthusiasts alike. In fact, there have been rumors spreading around that this could be the next vehicle to be used in the main circulation.

5. Batmobile (2012)

Why is the batmobile in the latest movie not on the number one spot? Well, you need to remember that while this is the last of the Dark Knight saga, the timeframe exists where Batman was on his quest of establishing himself, being Gotham City’s superhero. The souped-up custom Lamborghini Aventador was more to keep the essence of the cars in the first two sequels while keeping things up to date for viewers.

4. Batmobile (1995)

The batmobile of Batman Forever was less loved because it was more of speed, exterior appearance, and lighting where essential elements such as utilities are less given detail. Nevertheless, this mobile took one credit of being lightweight, fast, and more of a chick magnet.

3. Batmobile (1989)

Known to be one of the best batmobiles that was ever introduced in the movies, Batman and Batman Returns presented a vehicle that took out the imagination of the many fans that have tracked the series during comic book days. This was one of those cars that have been fully utilized for street warfare where bombs, machine guns, grappling hooks, and batmissiles come in handy.

2. Batmobile (1997)

When it comes to staying in the tradition, the batmobile featured in Batman & Robin in 1997 has hit every spot, where it presents the comic factor while making things believable and real. The T-axis design helps make 90-degree turns in full agility, it has an afterburner just like the classics, and it even kept batsymbols in the treads.

1. Batmobile (1966)

Have you remembered the dynamic duo running in spandex and punching villains with comic-like sound effects that include Kapow, Kablam, and Swoosh? This was the era when the batmobile was perfectly created and conceptualized, being a model to succeeding vehicles many years after. It was based from the 1955 Lincoln Futura. When you talk of the real batmobile, this car would always come to mind among Batman fans as it comes with the most number of features, gadgets, and other considerable contraptions!

10. Computer

Before any transition of any high-end computer these days such as laptop, Netbook, and even tablet, the original structure of computer is way far different from its original look. In fact, it started with a simple abacus which served as an aid for computation. Indeed, from the world itself, computer comes from the root word compute. Later on, John Napier, who was a scotman inventor, introduced his creation of Logarithms that had touch of technology for multiplication, then  a slide rule came in 1632 which being used until 1960s. Furthermore, calculating clock, gear-driven calculating machines,  and Pascal’s Pascaline, made a gear-driven one-function calculator in 1642. By 1822, Charles Babbage steam driven calculating machine which was also known as Difference engine where two important components called as store and mill composed of an Analytical engine which are known today as CPU and memory unit. It was replaced by Hollerith Desk that has combination of Pascal’s and Joseph Marie Jacquard’s inventions. Harvard Mark I in 1944, then flow-matic, cobol in 1953, and in partnership with IBM, the IBM stretch computer in 1959, and an Apple Computer 1 in 1976 wherein various integrations were added, until monitor, and other devices were created to make it more useful than just for the purpose of computing.

9. Telephone & Telegraph

Because of the ingenious mind of a 29-year old man in 1876, the first telephone was invented by none other than, Alexander Graham Bell and with the assistance of Elisha Gray who had made the design of transmission of communication done through an electronic device. In fact, it became controversial as to who owns the patent of the invention wherein it went up to a legal battle that Alexander Graham Bell won over Elisha Gray. His invention was created in order to make some improvements with the existing telegraph then that relied greatly through the dot-and-dash Morse code system. By 1874, a multiple telegraph was made in partnership with his father in-law, Gardiner Greene Hubbard who was an attorney in Boston back then. Later on he worked with Thomas Watson for harmonic telegraph, then the first sounds twang was accidentally discovered by him again, that made the dissolution of the multiple telegraphs because of the successful experiment on the telephone.

8. Flight and Aviation

The word aviation came from the latin word avis which means bird. It began with kites and gliders to check for calculation of the length of the tunnel, then later on, the discovery of hydrogen that pave the way to the creation of balloons. There were series of attempts prior to serious study of Leonardo da Vinci in 1485 about flight wherein he represented it through drawings. Later on hot air balloons were created by Joseph Michael and Jackson Montgolfier. By 1799 to 1850s, gliders were invented by the father of aerodynamics, George Cayley. In 1891, it was improved by Otto Lilienthal who made the aerodynamics to fly in the sky and long distances. Later on, steam motors were added through the ingenuity of Samuel Langley and in 1894, airplanes were invented by Octave Chanute, and the rest of developments were made thereafter.

7. Radio

There were people who had made studies, and research with regards to radio transmission. They are James Clerk Maxwell, Heinrich Hertz, Guglielmo Marconi and this became possible through wireless telegraphy. Nonetheless, majority of the developments and discoveries were done by Guglielmo Marconi who had concocted the wireless transmission, and Mr. J. Vincent Waine who designed the transmitting & receiving equipment.

6. Printing Press

Johannes Guttenberg was the known creator or inventor of Printing press. He was a known businessman and goldsmith in Germany. Everything began when he borrowed specific sum of money in order to invent something that would change the perspective, and flow of printing wherein the original printing press was composed of moveable or replaceable wooden or metal letters which done in 1440. Although, various improvements were made, but definitely, his creation has triggered to what the technology has to offer in the society today.

5. Automobile

Based on the history, Karl Benz was the first modern inventor of automobile in 1886. Nonetheless, in 1672, the first steam-powered vehicle was designed and introduced by Ferdinand Verbiest while in 1769, the self-propelled mechanical vehicle was invented by Nicolas Joseph Cugnot, then in 1807 the first internal combustion engine was made by Nicephore Niepce. In 1881, a 3-wheeled vehicle came in to the picture through Gustave Trouve and lastly, Karl Benz from Germany developed his very own four-stroke cycle gasoline engine. In 1893, the first gas-powered car was invented by Charles Edgar Duyea along with his brother, Frank.

4. The Wheel

Prior to the development of automobile, wheels had served greatly to the progress of vehicles that we are enjoying these days. It started in a primitive axle that served as rollers until the evolution of the functional wheels. In fact, it can be traced back around 3500 B.C. from the Ancient Mesopotamia where oldest wheel can be seen. Hence, the first sets of wheels were used for potters to transport pots, and food which was called as potter’s wheels. An improvement was done during Sumerians era where they called it as wheeled chariots. Later on gears were added at Middle Age, until Industrial Revolution came where steam engines, railroads, and factories were found.

3. Refrigeration

William Cullen was the first person who initiated and introduced artificial refrigeration in 1748 which he has demonstrated at the University of Glasglow. Oliver Evans improved it when he invented the first refrigeration machine in 1805, and in 1834, the first practical refrigerator was made by Jacob Perkins, then an improvement was done by John Gorrie which he has based from Oliver Evans’ fridge. On this kind of fridge, an ice could be produced through the process of cooling, but in 1876 the basic refrigeration through the liquefied gas was patented by Carl von Linden who was a known German engineer.

2. Light Bulb

Who would ever forget the creation of Thomas Alva Edison of an electric light called bulb in 1879 which has caused one of the biggest changes in the world not just to households, but in running all businesses in the world. It was patented on January 27, 1880, wherein it categorically classified as the first practical light. Nonetheless, there were also inventors in the history who had tried to create the same device, but did not push through like Warren De la Rue, James Prescott Joule, and a lot of others.

1. Electricity

It is true that Benjamin Franklin holds the title as the father of electricity, but his invention and discovery was life threatening because he has demonstrated it through the natural lighting using lightening rod that could had caused his life in order to see the electric flow. Hence, there are others who triggered, and did study who had prepared documents and books in order to catch the whole process and technicalities of electric power. Some of them were Thales of Miletus, William Gilbert, Otto von Guericke, Luigi Galvani, and Faraday.

10. Marine Engineering (1.7%)

This course involves the skill and expertise of creating, developing, designing, and conceptualizing structures that involve the use of water, which includes ships, boats, yachts, and even submarines. Just like mechanical engineers that work on the engine and performance output of cars, marine engineers also work on the same concept in ships where propulsion systems, power generating machinery, and others are focused on. Because there are a few degree holders pursuing this career, while work is high in demand with government military and shipping vessel companies, looking for a job at the right avenue could get you hired in days.

9. Medical Technologies Technicians (1.4%)

While you may imagine medical technologies like CT Scan, X-ray machines, and other diagnostic and analytical tools that measure, actuate, and provide information in the genetic and physical makeup of concerned patients, medical technologies technicians are those people in medical facilities that take your blood, urine, feces, and even nose or ear fluids to analyze your condition. This college major bags most careers better than doctors or nurses, because other professionals cannot work without the aids of medical technicians that obtain precious patient data.

8. Agricultural Economics (1.3%)

Agriculture and economics prove to be a perfect mix as any nation of the world depends on produce that comes from land cultivation and farming. The economic side of agriculture is a bit complex because not only will you look at how a certain product can become profitable at best, but more importantly, you also provide systematic processes on how to achieve the said speculations and projections of profitability. Just like financial economists that work on data to generate reports and forecasts of activities that will occur on certain products in certain markets, agricultural economists do the same thing, having a different source of data.

7. Teacher Education in Multiple Levels (1.1%)

Ever since formal teaching had been introduced in the education system, there has never been loss of demand with teachers who are skilled and adept in inculcating and providing knowledge and skill for future generations. Whether you are focused on pre-schools, elementary or secondary students, or even college pupils, there will always be that demand of hiring you in order to equip others with the information that they could use to improve their life, career, and their standing in the society. Taking your teaching degree can bring you places in different schools, even in various countries all over the world, making you feel that this could be one of the top 10 college degrees that have the lowest unemployment rates with the most convenient setup.

6. Astronomy and Astrophysics (0%)

Another college degree assures employment for those who would like to take part in studying and researching the far reaches of space, even taking up Astronomy and Astrophysics as major courses. Because most studies are done long distance, you would need advanced skills in physics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, and even computer programming that can draw the line between distances that could be hundreds of light years away. Once you taken this course and you have proved your expertise in analytical and intellectual studies, then you are guaranteed a career. After all, this course in the top 10 college degrees that have the lowest unemployment rates that demands for the hardest education preference.

5. Geological and Geophysical Engineering (0%)

Taking up geological and geophysical engineering would give you the opportunity of knowing the Earth more as you apply various disciplines of physics, chemistry mathematics, and even geology in studying the planet and its composition, whether it involves seismic activities, movement, and behavior. They are also in demand when it comes to exploring resources that are essential to human consumption and development such as precious ores, petroleum, oil, whether local or global.

4. Student School Counseling (0%)

Student school counseling by its simplest sense means you are doing your job as a counselor, aiding students to become better people, whether touching on the aspects of learning, social interaction, and even psychological behavior. Just like teachers, school counselors are also essential in addressing matters that are seen outside the classroom, where focusing on such issues provide students with better avenues of absorbing knowledge and applying it in various forms.

3. Educational Administration and Supervision (0%)

We have listed Teaching and Student School Counseling Degrees among those that have the lowest unemployment rates. However, have you taken thought who is the person that supervises and oversees the activities of the individuals that hold such degrees in schools and colleges? Taking up Educational Administration and Supervision addresses the need of organizing, collaborating, and working with different teachers and counselors, in achieving the goal of teaching and helping students in the right way.

2. Pharmacology (0%)

Although this course is a bit involved with Pharmacy as the name indicates, Pharmacology is a deeper field of study and research that involves the use of live animal and human subjects in order to search various chemical compositions in the development of better and effective medications that can be sold in pharmacies, medical facilities, and drug stores. This study can be viewed both for the positive and negative effects of drugs to various people with unique cases and chemical structure.

1. Actuarial Science (0%)

You may be familiar with animal, life, or earth science, but one of the most profitable and assuring fields of study that is practical in our time involves Actuarial Science. For those who may be a bit puzzled, this science involves the advanced use of mathematics, probabilities, economics, and statistics in projecting various risks involved, whether in the outcome of events, turnout of stock values, profitability of companies and other things. An actuarial scientist can be seen working in insurance firms, consultancy firms, and in private businesses. When you have considered this course to be on the top of the top 10 college degrees that have the lowest unemployment rates, companies would be looking for you, and hire you right away, even paying you with profit that is worth your education and skill.

10. Suzuki GSX- R1000

This bike came from the series of its GSX predecessors where it has a power of over 191hp with over 12,000rpm, and has an engine that is liquid-cooled, DOHC driven, and 16-valve. It bolsters a speed of 285kph.

9. Honda CBR1000 RR

This motorbike has been created to be one of the best challengers that could meet or even exceed the performance of the Hayabusa. However, it felt a bit short at 291kph because its engine was created to out speed its rightful challenger, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-11.

8. Yamaha YZF- R1

The newest creation of the YZF-R1 model was made in the 2010 model of the unit. It was tested in a racetrack where it had recorded the top speed of 297kph, while wasting fuel of over 25 miles per gallon of gas in the US.

7. Kawasaki Ninja ZZR 1400

Also known as the ZX-14, this version of the Kawasaki Ninja has replaced its previous predecessor, the ZX-12R, where it runs at 299kph and can reach from zero to 60 in as little as 2.5 seconds, just like supercars.

6. MV Agusta F4 1000S

Known to be as one of the first produced MVs, the F4 1000S poses to be one of the slowest of the fastest motorbikes being created from a derived Ferrari One engine. It runs at 300kph, but there are other units faster from the same company.

5. BMW S1000RR

This baby is ready for the kill as this motorbike from BMW Motorrad had been intended to compete for the Superbike World Championships in 2009. There is no question why it runs at 305kph without batting an eyelash. Its inline-4 engine can be redlined at over 14,200rpm.

4. MV Agusta F4 Tamburini

The name of the bike may be as silly as Tiger Lily or Tambourine, but this specific F4 midel from MV Agusta is no laughing matter as it comes with a Torque Shift System (TSS) and even running at 307kph. This is all cheers for Massimo Tamburini, who is this unit’s designer.

3. MV Agusta F4 R312

Here comes the fastest in the Agusta crew and one of the best contenders for the Suzuki Hayabusa, which comes at neck to neck speed with the formerly fastest superbike in the world. It has been tested on the long road stretches in Utah, in the Bonneville Salt Flats, where the unit goes to over 312kph and on some rare occasions, it goes to 314kph.

2. Suzuki Hayabusa

Due to its consistent speed of over 320kph at max, the Hayabusa stands it its name as being the best and fastest motorbike it is. The performance lives true to its name as its swiftness and speed can be compared to a peregrine falcon, it soars and it flies just like a bird.

1. MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K

This baby is not just called as a Superbike for nothing. While most motorcycles are running in motor engines, the MTT Turbine Superbike is still considered to be the title holder for this recognition as the frame, functionality, and features. You no longer have to wonder if your face gets erased while riding this as it goes with a jaw-dropping speed of 370kph.

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10. Trek Speed Concept 9.9

This is one of the top line bikes that have been introduced in the market, which is actually an upgraded version of Speed Concept 7 Series that has projected one customization, integrated brake, handlebar, and storage. It is made in the USA and the United Kingdom. In fact, it is recognized as the fastest bike in the world. Its price is £7,500 or $11,704.64 and it is under the road bike category.

9. Cannondale SuperSix EVO Di2

It is known for its lightness that is why it carries the title as the lightest bike in the world today. It weighs 695 grams and 142.3 kg. It has the best characteristics based on its stiffness, balance of light, and efficiency, since it is made of carbon. Its best feature is the speed save that makes the bike roll faster than regular types. Of course, in exchange of that is the price of $11,860.70.

8. Scott Plasma Premium

This is another road bike, which is best for all triathlon athletes and is also best for all racing competitions, especially during practice sessions. The frame itself is made out of the IMP Technology, where it has a Plasma 3 seatpost, HMX-NET, 1” carbon integrated, replaceable hanger; UCI approved 40508 Scott Plasma 3, and TT- Tri Geometry. Its current market price is $12,953.18.

7. Trek Remedy 9.9

This is under the mountain bike category, which has a carbon armor protector wherein the 3 important parts of the bike as to its frame, fork, and gears are all part of the new tail-geometry. As to its frame, it has OCLV mountain carbon mainframe, ABP convert, E2 tapered head tube, full floater, and others. As to its fork, it has 23 float FIT RLC, trek DRCV Air spring, and other important parts. Lastly, as to its gears, it has SRAM XX 10 speed shifters, SRAM XX rear derailleur, SRAM X0 direct mount front derailleur. Its price is $13, 263.48.

6. Specialized Venge S-Works Di2

This is under the road bike type that has a couple of frames that make media rounds. The first element that you would recognize on this bike is the BB junction and downtube, bb shell that has a fully enclosed fiber tube. Also, the headtube is a narrow hourglass shaped front profile, frame has ferrules, and other details for rear shock, fork, and headset can be checked on the site where it is being sold. Its price is same with Trek Remedy 9.9, which is $13,263.48

5. Bianchi Oltre Dura Ace Di2 10sp Compact

It is under the category of road bike where it has a sleek and modern look, which is best for all experienced bike riders because of its Dura Ace Di2 10sp. Its frame is made of OLTRE Carbon x Electronic System with Ultra Thin Seat Stay, Headset 1.5”–1.13” and BB30 System. Its fork is full carbon HoC 1.5”>1.13”. It is one of the best performance bikes because of its rigidity. Its price is $13,421.13.

4. Scott Scale SL

It is also one of the lightest frames ever manufactured and it is under the category of a mountain bike. It weighs 899 grams or less and it is built with Richey Superlogic components, DT Swiss carbon rims, and SRAM  XX. Yes, it is superlight that even the carbon experts have said that its scale is a 29er, and less than 949 grams that makes it the lightest bike made, which makes $13, 735.37 all worth the cost.

3. Scott Spark SL

You might notice that it is almost the same with Scott Scale SL since they have the same price of $13,735.37. However, this is best for all athletes who are engage in marathons, all day fun, and stage races. In fact, one of its unique features are the Controlled DT Swiss Nude, wherein you can choose full lockout, full travel, and traction mode. It is built with SRAM XX and HMX Carbon Fiber Frame.

2. Cannondale SuperSix EVO Ultimate

After two years of development, finally, the Cannondale SuperSix EVO Ultimate is now in the market and it is extraordinary low as to its frame weight of 695 grams with size of 56 centimeters. It is for rigorous performance where it has been tested by most of the professional teams prior to its launch. It costs $13,735.37 and it is under the category of road bike.

1. Scott Foil Premium

This is the most efficient bike introduced and created for this year. This is a perfect balance for all road-racing activities as to its lightweight, stiffness, and aerodynamics. It is made of Aero HMX carbon fiber frame, Zipp 404 carbon clincher wheels, and Shimano Dura Ace Di2. It is made for all road conditions because it is made in premium quality where it is priced at an expensive $14,827.99.

10. Aston Martin Rapide Luxe

The Aston Martin Rapide Luxe has a 6.0L V12 engine that can shift speeds with a Touchtronic 2 auto transmission, with 477hp and 600Nm of torque. Hand built and crafted to precision, the Rapide’s body is made of aluminum and composite body panels. It has bi-xenon headlights, clear LED rear lamps, and four-door body style with four individual seats. Wheels are 20-inch alloy silver with Bridgestone Potenza tires. The interiors are excellent with heated four seats, OEL displays, Bluetooth telephone setup, parking sensors, and tire pressure system. Sounds are of 1000W Bang & Olufsen Beosound Audio System with Icepower Technology, where it can support iPods, and a USB Connector for multiple device support. There is even an exclusive watch that serves as a sensor for interacting with the car and driver.

9. Maybach Landaulet

The Maybach Landaulet is one of the perfect examples of class, luxury, and sophistication due to its unprecedented looks. It flaunts a Bi-turbo V12 engine, thicker front and rear stabilizers, AIRMATIC DC suspension, reprogrammed ESP, ASR stability, and traction control systems for smoother driving. The brake system is a unique Sensotronic Brake Control and headlights are intelligent Bi-xenon, which can illuminate curves for as much as 90%, and also moves at every turn. Seats are heated, interior finish is made of Grand Nappa leather, and the seats can adjust with fore/aft, height, seatback and cushion angle, cushion length and head restraint height. An amazing 21-speaker Bose Sound System, with an output of 600 watts also graces the ride, and it even has its own rear refrigerator.

8. Lexus LFA

A rare offering of luxury by the Lexus LFA is a unique 4.8L V10 engine that can speed up to 552hp, where it can reach zero to 60 in 3.6 seconds, in 202mph at max. Its body is made of an extensive carbon fiber, and its brakes are made of carbon ceramic material. It has a lightning-quick six-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox and a choice of driving modes such as Auto, Sport, Normal, and Wet for various conditions. Wheels are made of 20-inch aluminum shod with Bridgestone tires. The cockpit houses a tachometer that uses a Thin Film Transistor with LCD panel and movable rings.

7. BMW 6 Series Coupe

One of the most notable in a BMW is its conceptual lights, such as seen in the 6 Series Coupe where it uses Adaptive LED Headlights that are great for high beams, corners, and even accents. The wheels are also light thanks to its 19-inch aluminum alloys with star spokes. This has one of the biggest control displays, even 10.2 inches that is mounted on an electroplated frame, which also carries a comprehensive navigation system. Audio is well provided by a Bang & Olufsen Surround Sound system. The engine is far from the rest, being a TwinPower Turbo V8 with petrol direct injection that can accelerate at 407hp max with torque of 600Nm.

6. Porsche Panamera S

The engine of the Porsche Panamera S is a 4.8L naturally aspirated V8 engine with direct fuel injection, VarioCam Plus, and a variable intake, which can speed up at 400hp with a max torque of 369 lb-ft. Despite of the powerful engine, it is also environment friendly with a low CO2 emission per hp. For handling and control, there is the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control and the Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus to guide drivers on the road. The Panamera S has its own set of exclusive 18-inch wheels, where all four tires can have their pressure checked on an interface close to the dashboard. There is also a Sport Button that can change the precision and performance of the engine, including response of gears.

5. Hyundai Equus

From the bottom up, the Hyundai Equus has 19-inch chrome wheels; a forward-view cornering camera located on the front grill, and HID xenon headlights on the outside. Inside the vehicle, you can see leather all over, a microfiber suede headliner, a navigation system, a 608-watt Lexicon 7.1 Discrete Surround Sound Audio System, and a 12-way adjustable driver seat. There is an 8-inch VGA display can open the Driver Information System, driving functions, data recognition, and driver control. It carries The Tau 5.0L V8 engine can boost up to 429hp and a transmission system that can switch on auto or SHIFTRONIC manual mode.

4. Lexus LS 460 L AWD

The Lexus LS 460 L AWD has all the luxuries you need in a car. For starters, you can go in to a locked car, without touching anything but the door handle, where it also starts on its own and open all doors upon entry. It also has a memory system that adjusts the seat, outside mirrors, and the steering wheel based on user data. Seat temperatures are adjustable, has lumbar support, and headrests are adjustable on control. Communications are also set up such as Bluetooth device compatibility, voice command, backup camera, 10-speaker premium sound system, and auto sound levelizer. Safety features are also of high caliber such as a Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management, Vehicle Stability Control, and Traction Control. Tire pressure can also be checked on screen. It has a 4.6L V8 engine with 380hp and 367 lb-ft of torque, all-wheel drive, AVS, and electronic power steering.

3. Mercedes SLS AMG Coupe

Inside and out, the Mercedes SLS AMG Coupe has features to boot, justifying the entire price and the luxury. It has gull-wing doors, light alloy wheels, retractable rear wing, LED tail lamps, and bi-xenon headlamps for the exterior. The interiors can be made of piano black lacquer or carbon fiber finish, an AMG Drive Unit that has settings for suspension, drive modes, and the 3-stage ESP. Seats are made of hand-selected Designo exclusive leather that are supported by magnesium frames. The steering wheel is made of thick padding and premium leather, and has controls that can keep the hands on the wheel while taking care of everything else. Lastly, the engine is an AMG 6.3L V-8 that can go at 563hp with 479 lb-ft of torque.

2. Aston Martin One-77

The engine of the Aston Martin One-77 is a 7.3L naturally aspirated V12 that has a dry sump lubrication system, which can boost up at 700hp with a torque of 750Nm. Its transmission is rear mid-mounted; with six speed Automated Manual Transmission with a choice of Auto or Select Shift that can be controlled with an electro-hydraulic system. The body is made of a carbon fiber monocoque structure, and its exterior body panels are made of handcrafted aluminum. Its suspension is ride height adaptive and is pushrod actuated, just like F1s. Brakes are or carbon ceramic matrix and driving employs Dynamic Stability Control and traction.

1. Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

The Cadillac CTS-V Sedan has a 6.2 Liter Supercharged V8 engine that can step up to 556hp and 551 lb-ft of torque. Its intercooler is an Eaton-Roots type, which cools the air before the intake is being mixed into the fuel. Its brakes are of the famous Brembo brand, which measures 15.1-inch with six pistons at front and 14.7 four pistons at the rear wheel. Its transmission can be a surprising TREMEC six-speed manual with dual-disc clutch. Its driving control system, the dual-mode magnetic mixes the shock absorber fluid with magnetic particles that can flex both Tour and Sport Modes. There are more features such as the G-meter for quick RPM reading, a glide-up touch screen navigator, Recaro Seats, and a sueded microfiber trim.