LosLobo

Translation: 'I really hate America'.

Good point — that context matters. When someone openly supports Putin, the goal isn’t persuasion, it’s exposure. Letting their logic collapse under facts shows exactly what kind of company Trump keeps and emboldens. It’s not about changing their mind — it’s about making sure everyone else sees what they’re defending.

Let's be Frank, maybe talk facts instead of Fox-fueled fantasy. "Deplorables" wasn’t aimed at everyone. Hillary said half of Trump supporters fell into a “basket of deplorables” — racists, sexists, xenophobes, etc. Hard to argue when you look at Charlottesville, Jan 6, or Trump’s own words. Trump just called the entire left “scum” as sitting President on Memorial Day 2025: "Happy Memorial Day to all, including the scum that spent the last four years trying to destroy our country through warped radical left minds..." So spare the outrage over “deplorables” when your guy insults half the country during a national day of remembrance. The Steele dossier? It was opposition research — not illegal, and not what triggered the Russia probe. That began months earlier, based on intel from an Australian diplomat — not Hillary. “Fake Russia collusion”? Mueller found dozens of contacts with Russian operatives and detailed multiple cases of obstruction. Trump wasn’t exonerated — Mueller said so directly. The media? The so-called "lamestream" press reported verified facts. Meanwhile, Trump has praised dictators, attacked allies, and now used Memorial Day to divide Americans. If you’re looking for someone who truly stirred the pot, it’s the guy who calls fellow citizens “scum” and still refuses to stand up to Putin.

You forgot he's burning through another billion on military upgrades to his ‘free’ Qatar flying palace — which won’t even be finished until after his term, but maybe just in time for his retirement. The King was perfectly content with Air Force One in his first term. And his own bucket of bolts — a old 757 that once shuttled passengers for a Mexican budget airline. The wasted billion hardly supports DOGE’s grand vision of eliminating the “tyranny of the bureaucracy,” saving taxpayer money, and reducing the national debt. “I want my plane — let the taxpayers eat cake.”

Your modus operandi: hijack a topic, denigrate HEVs, then redirect to EVs — particularly your MG — even when off-topic — says it all.

You now claim your October 2023 post was a compliment — but come on. You dismissed both the Yaris and Corolla Cross, called them “crap,” and redirected the OP toward MG EVs — and you posted it in a thread titled: “New Toyota Yaris Cross Question.” Now you say you “never commented on the ride,” yet you clearly said you’d “doubt it would be comfy.” That’s not neutrality — that’s a direct dismissal. This demonstrates your modus operandi: hijack a topic, denigrate HEVs with misinformation, then redirect to EVs — particularly MG — even when off-topic. This latest post followed the same pattern until it was called out. Fact check: Yaris Cross = DNGA-B platform Corolla Cross = TNGA-C platform Most Bangkok taxis = older MC-platform Corolla Altis Both models are modern, well-specced, and priced appropriately — not “cheap because of platform” You're entitled to your opinion — but don’t rewrite history. It wasn’t a compliment then, and it still isn’t.

Curious, what issues do you have with your BYD?

I notice you have edited your original post! Nevertheless, you’ve been trying to hijack nearly every post about the Yaris Cross since it launched in October 2023 — constantly steering people toward your EV topic with disingenuous, misleading information. It’s getting a bit tired. The Yaris Cross isn’t perfect, but it’s not a budget Vios with a facelift either. It’s a quality vehicle, built on a completely different platform and designed for a different purpose. And despite all your efforts to discredit it, it’s been the top-selling B-segment SUV in Thailand for the past two years. That doesn’t happen by accident. Maybe time to give it a break.

That’s a really good point. Honestly, a 4-door utility might be the best option, especially if it’s going to spend most of its time on rural roads and the farm and needs to carry passengers too. I've had two Toyota Hiluxes in the past, along with a farm, and they were virtually unbreakable — totally dependable no matter what the conditions were. These days I live on a rural road but don't go to the farm anymore, so I switched to something smaller. But if I were still doing farm runs, I'd seriously consider going back to a Hilux or similar dual-cab ute. They’re not the flashiest, but they do everything well and last forever.

You're right — the RAV4 isn’t officially sold in Thailand. Toyota already covers that space with the Yaris Cross and Corolla Cross. The Corolla Cross is closer to the RAV4 in size and comfort. It has a larger boot than the Yaris Cross (487L vs. 397L), more power from its 1.8L hybrid engine, and a smoother ride. Ground clearance is lower at around 161 mm, and fuel economy is about 23.3 km/L. The Yaris Cross uses a 1.5L hybrid engine and gets better mileage — up to 26.3 km/L. It also has higher ground clearance at about 210 mm, which helps on flooded or uneven roads. Being smaller overall, it’s easier to drive and park in narrow sois or tight spaces. Both are practical and efficient. It really depends on whether you prefer more space and power, or better fuel economy and easier city handling.

That’s a fair question — and honestly, Toyota doesn’t win on every feature or price point, but there are some solid reasons people lean toward them, especially for hybrids. For one, their hybrid system is just really proven. Over 25 years in the game, and they’ve simplified the design — no starter motor, no alternator, no traditional transmission — fewer things to break. It’s all about long-term durability and low running costs. When I was living in Phuket about 8 years ago, there were three Toyota service centres — and at one point, not a single Honda one. That kind of local support makes a big difference. Honda has always felt a bit more like a young man’s car to me — nice styling, a bit sportier — but not necessarily built with the same long-term mindset. I’ve had three Nissans over the years and honestly, I would never ever consider one again. Too many issues that added up over time — just not worth the hassle. MG? They’ve made a lot of progress and offer great features for the price, but I still question the long-term reliability, parts availability, and resale value. That’s where Toyota really shines — they hold their value better than most brands here, especially hybrids. Toyota hybrids may not be the flashiest, but they’re practical, smooth, and just work — which is what I value more these days.

Fair enough! The result could have been fatal. Thanks for the warning -- what car was it?

Yeah, it's a learning curve. I try to address at least one function a week — still a long way to go. Leaving adaptive cruise control till last! I find AI some help in understanding it, but sometimes it's as clueless as me. If your car has dual dash cams (front and rear) as standard, and two-tone leather seats, 18" wheels with 215/50 R18 tires, panoramic glass roof, Qi wireless charger, Panoramic 360 View Monitor, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and a powered tailgate with kick sensor — it's Luxury Premium. Otherwise, it's Premium or Smart. I would have loved the 360° view monitor, TPMS, and a powered tailgate with kick sensor, but I really didn’t want the unnecessary sunroof in this climate, and I’m not a fan of the low-profile tires either. The normal suspension on SUVs with high ground clearance is already firm enough. The manual tailgate is very heavy — burdensome for an old guy like me — and I’m currently looking into an OEM aftermarket solution to fix that. That’s Thai marketing for you — bundle the good with the bad! Though it's the top-selling B-Segment SUV in Thailand at the moment, I'm surprised there aren’t more posters on this board — the Yaris Cross led the B-segment SUV category in 2024, even outselling all EVs including the BYD Dolphin. The larger Corolla Cross continues to be a strong seller in the C-segment, though interestingly, the Yaris Cross has recently overtaken it in sales as well.

I’ve had my Yaris Cross HEV for a year now, and I tend to agree with everything you’ve said. Toyota really nailed it with their hybrid engineering—reliable, efficient, and low-maintenance. One thing I noticed recently was what I thought was an issue with the electric power steering. After letting a friend drive me in my car for a few days, I felt like the steering was a bit different when I got back behind the wheel—almost like it had adjusted to their driving. I looked into it, and amazingly it turns out the system does adjust based on recent driving inputs. So, with a few days of regular driving, it will eventually reset back to my style. I’m still getting to grips with all the functionality—such a giant leap in technology from my previous ICE Toyotas. It’s been a slow learn for me. The manual feels like War and Peace, and I haven’t been able to find an online English manual for the ASEAN version either. While Toyota has clearly focused on mechanical reliability and simplified systems under the hood, there’s definitely more driver-facing tech to get used to than in the past. What model have you got? Mine’s not the top-of-the-range Luxury—it’s the Premium.

“Good enough for Biden”? Funny — Trump flew on the exact same plane as president before and never complained. But now suddenly it’s beneath him? Maybe he thinks the presidential jet needs gold toilets to be “mission-ready.” If he wants a new plane so badly, he should buy it himself — not grift it. After all, he had no problem buying that worn-out Mexican airliner he’s so proud of. But hey, nothing says DOGE was a serious undertaking like demanding $1 billion in wasted taxpayer money for a vanity upgrade.