Imagine the situation: you bought new car and enjoy this purchase. Great handling stylish appearance And low price. But after a few weeks, the new car ceases to please: hard suspension, the ground clearance is insufficient. Perhaps you have already blamed road services, scratch the bumper on a high curb or hook the bottom while driving another bump. And for sure, after this, you will have two questions: was such a purchase really expedient, and which car is better to take for Russian roads.
On Russian market there are enough cars adapted to the operating conditions in our country. Wherein individual models perfectly combine ride comfort, handling and dynamics, so you don't have to sacrifice driving pleasure for the sake of convenience. To help you with the choice of such a car, we have compiled a rating of the best middle-class cars for Russian roads. In it, we have collected city cars that allow you to move comfortably even on completely broken asphalt, and not to play the “hook it or not” lottery when overcoming pits and bumps.
Adapt to survive: reliable cars for Russian roads
Just a few years ago, the status of a comfortable city car suitable for everyday use belonged entirely to the representatives of the golf class. But over time, the situation has changed: class C cars have risen in price, and the automakers themselves began to expand into new segment market - relatively cheap cars class B+. The latter were designed just with the expectation of operation in Russian realities, so they quickly gained popularity among car owners. Such models are included in our rating.
Renault Logan
"Logan" of the first generation has become truly people's machine, worthy of the title of one of the most indestructible cars for Russian roads. Comfortable and energy-intensive suspension, spacious salon and unpretentiousness in maintenance helped him win the hearts of those motorists who need functionality from a car in the first place. And he fulfilled his task - moving passengers and luggage from point A to point B - and continues to fulfill it quite successfully. But this car was not devoid of shortcomings. The first "Logan" was scolded for an uncomfortable, typically French landing, too soft seats in the cabin, poor steering adjustment, weak momentum, poverty of basic configurations and very controversial ergonomics of the front panel.
The second "Logan" is a slightly different car in character. The engineers changed the suspension settings, the hydraulic booster gave way to the electric one. As a result, driving comfort suffered, but handling improved, which was not the best for the first Logan. The car became easier to steer, rolls decreased when cornering, and in general the car became more “urban”, which is unlikely to appeal to those who used Renault as a car for a summer residence. The second generation Logan is powered by a 1.6 engine (82 or 102 horsepower, depending on configuration). The unit pulls, but does not strike with dynamics. In addition to the “mechanics”, the car is equipped with a robot (for an 82-horsepower engine) and an automatic machine (for a more powerful modification).
Hyundai Solaris/Kia Rio
A couple of Koreans have gained enviable popularity among the Russians, and deservedly so. These models are good cars adapted for Russian roads. Both cars are quite dynamic (especially with the 1.6 engine producing 123 hp), pleasant to drive and comfortable even when driving on bad roads. The main disadvantages of the Korean twins include acoustic comfort (especially for Kia), a cramped interior, and an empty steering wheel.
Volkswagen Polo Sedan
Another bestseller - Polo Sedan - is also quite well suited for operation in the realities of our country. The budget was originally designed as reliable car for Russian roads. At the same time, engineers concern VAG tried to maintain control good level. As a result of this, the smoothness of the ride suffered a little, but the ride comfort is still acceptable. Polo Sedan equipped with a 1.6 engine with a power of 90 or 110 hp. The motor does not have enough stars from the sky, but copes with the tasks of moving around the city perfectly. At the same time, the engine is quite economical: consumption in the city does not exceed eight liters. It docks with a five-speed "mechanics" or automatic transmission gears with six steps. The main disadvantage of "Polo" is the high cost. Volkswagen is significantly more expensive than competitors, A maximum configuration cost like full-fledged class C cars.
Lada Granta / Kalina 2, Lada Priora
It is logical that the products of the domestic automobile industry are quite well adapted for operation in Russia. By the same logic, they should claim the title of the best cars for Russian roads. However, everything is not so simple. The advantages of "Grants" and "Kalina" include energy-intensive suspension, high-torque (at certain speed ranges) engines and simplicity of design. But there are also disadvantages: "Lada" is scolded for poor handling, poor feedback on the steering wheel, cheap trim materials and a front panel architecture borrowed from the first generation Logan. Salon is key weakness VAZ cars. After a few thousand kilometers, crickets appear, and the plastic begins to rattle. In addition, despite the relative simplicity of the design, the Ladas are not famous for their reliability. Not all details regularly develop the planned resource. "Kalina" and "Grant" are available with 8- and 16-valve engines (87 and 106 hp, respectively). The choice of transmission is quite wide: familiar mechanics are available, a simple but reliable 4-speed Jatco automatic and a robot.
Lada Priora is the successor of all old AvtoVAZ models. It is built on its own old-style VAZ platform, so it is poorly controlled, and the information content of the steering is extremely low. The Priora is equipped with the same power plants, which is on the "Grant" and "Kalina", the range of transmissions is also repeated. The advantages of this car include the price and the absence of problems with spare parts. Main disadvantage- a long outdated design, and a low level of car quality in general: the quality of interior trim materials is low, handling, as mentioned above, does not reach modern standards.
Ravon Gentra, Ravon Nexia
Ravon Gentra and Nexia are worthy contenders for the title of the best car for Russian roads. Both cars are equipped with a single 1.5 engine with 107 hp. Developing this motor, engineers have placed special emphasis on reliability and efficiency. Therefore, the cylinder block is made of cast iron, and the timing mechanism is chain driven. Both cars are comfortable, safe, reliable and at the same time technologically advanced. Nexia boasts nice design interior and exterior. Gentra is more conservative, but has important advantage- This full car class C, so neither the driver nor the passengers will definitely be cramped in the cabin. A couple of one and a half liter engine will be either traditional mechanical box with five steps, or a modern 6-speed automatic, not available on reasonable price none of the competitors. Another trump card of the Ravonov is the wealth of configuration options. You can choose almost any combination of equipment, while basic models are also equipped quite generously: for Nexia, for example, a system exchange rate stability, audio system and navigation "ERA-Glonass". At the same time, the price tags for both cars are quite acceptable. The minimum cost of Gentra is 439,000 rubles, and Nexia - 379,000. Ravons are functional, reliable, practical and relatively inexpensive. This combination makes these cars excellent foreign cars for Russian roads.
Choose Wisely
In the conditions of our country, any car passes a strength test every day. Pits, potholes, cold, heat, rain and reagents can seriously complicate the life of the owner of a car designed without taking into account the peculiarities of operation in Russia. An investment in such a car will become especially unjustified if you buy it with your hands or on credit. Therefore, it makes sense to pay attention to less expensive and more unpretentious models. Which car is best suited for Russian roads is up to you. We hope that with the help of this rating it will be easier to do this.
Hill Climb Racing 2 is the sequel to the original racing arcade from Fingersoft - hillclimb Racing, which the company prefers to call "the most engaging and fun motion-based racing game ever." The protagonist Newton Bill will return to challenge the whole world and answer "unique new challenges in a unique environment" with big amount available cars. In this game for Android and IOS, you will be able to defeat more opponents and collect more bonuses as you can upgrade your vehicle and improve your scores. As you progress through the game, you can upgrade various parts of the car. Therefore, our guide will mainly focus on the physics of the game and navigation in each environment.
So what should you expect from this game? How to win more races in such a way that you get the right parts and use them better? How to unlock more vehicles? And how to ensure success in the game, regardless of its mode? We will answer all these questions and more in the complete guide for Hill Climb Racing 2.
First of all, we want to fill you in on the basics of the game: for the most part, these are the controls that you need to use when jumping. The left pedal is used to tilt the nose down and the right pedal is used to lift it up. You need to learn to balance both pedals to synchronize your jumps, and try to make your landing as level as possible.
These pedals are used for different purposes when you are on level ground, i.e. where you don't have to face any kind of bumps. Use the left pedal to brake and the right pedal to step on the gas. If you want to experiment with different styles, the first step is to learn how to use the pedals and keep a balance between them.
2. Experiment with settings
To choose the driving style that suits you best in this game, you should experiment as much as possible. Use your first race as a trial run to get familiar with the game and find out what settings allow you to keep your car balanced and keep it from getting out of hand. This will help you decide on your playing style. So don't be afraid to make mistakes in your first race.
3. Start the race
At the start of a race in Hill Climb Racing 2, look at the arrow pointer when the clock shows the word “GO”. It is best to step on the gas as soon as the pointer needle is in the green RPM zone. Although this will not give you such a strong acceleration as in other racing games, at least you get a small advantage. This is something that Fingersoft will be working on in future updates.
4. Spend your coins on upgrades
As you progress in the game, you will earn coins, which are the only game currency. You can spend these coins on many different things, but the main one is of course upgrades. Engine upgrades will improve your speed, clutch upgrades will increase your vehicle control, especially when climbing hills, and (even more importantly) improve your tire traction. Suspension upgrades will improve your vehicle's jumping ability and make it more stable when riding on high speed. And finally, modernization all-wheel drive will increase the power of the front or rear wheels, regardless of which wheels touch the ground first.
5. Which upgrades should you choose first?
Once you've completed your first crash-free race, you get the option to customize your ride. You will also be able to customize your character, although this option is purely cosmetic and does not affect game process. When we say "customize the ride", we again mean upgrades. At the point where you finish your first race without crashing, you should already have about a thousand coins, some of which you can spend on upgrades. So what should be done first?
We recommend that you resist the temptation to improve your speed first. After all, balance is the key to victory, which is why we suggest starting with a clutch upgrade. If you improve the engine first, it will improve your speed; but speed is of little use if it constantly leads to accidents.
6. The machine must be balanced
Perhaps your first desire will be to upgrade the car and strengthen some area in it compared to others. But in most cases, it will be better if you make your car harmonious so that no one statistical update is much stronger than the rest. In addition, there are a number of reasons that prove that you should not get hung up on one option. For example, if you upgrade the engine too much, it will be difficult for you to control the car during jumps and other actions on uneven surfaces. If you develop the 4WD very much, you won't be able to do most of the other upgrades until you upgrade the engine.
7. Do your best not to crash
Hill Climb Racing 2 has 2 modes: a more spontaneous Adventure mode that provides endless driving; and a deeper Cups mode that allows you to take part in multiplayer races. But regardless of the mode you choose, do your best not to crash. This means that your car must not roll over - if this happens in Adventure mode, your endless driving will end. In the same way, your current race will end if you crash in Cups mode and you will automatically be assigned “DNF” (did not reach the finish line) - that is, fourth (it is also last) place and zero points.
Despite all of the above, we do not advise you to be too "conservative" and cautious in the race. Like it or not, there will still be moments in the game that will end in accidents. But your task is to try to avoid them: and this moment is even more important than earning coins or other moments of the game.
As a small bonus, your opponents in multiplayer races will also get into accidents, but this will only slow them down. For your part, you are the only one who can crash and get DNF, so don't stop watching other racers even if you see them crash.
8. By the way, you can get into an accident and beyond the finish line
The exception, when you can get into an accident and still get a reward, is if you crashed at the finish line. But make sure you cross it exactly; you can lose control by just missing the finish line. The key here is to cross the line before the crash animation ends.
9. Get ready for harsh terrain in Adventure Mode
Adventure mode, as we said, is for those who are ready for casual adventures. The main (if not the only) goal here is to drive as far as possible without accidents. But, since in Cups mode you compete with cars driven by other users, in Adventure the main obstacle will be the harsh terrain. This will require a more subtle approach to the use of gas and brake, since you will need to save fuel (it is consumed even when you are not moving), and you may have to focus less on speed. You may even need to upgrade the clutch and suspension. But don't worry, all the upgrades you've completed in Cups will also be available in Adventure.
In addition, the Adventure mode comes with four bonus stages that you can unlock if you pay coins. These stages include new challenges and also allow you to earn more coins, which we said are better used to improve your trucks even more.
10. How to keep your balance when descending?
It can be difficult for you to keep your tires on the ground when you start downhill. You may need to make changes while your truck is still in the air. So when you try to land on such a hilly track, try to land the car as parallel to the ground as possible; or at least horizontally. In the latter case, you will at least stay on the ground and not roll over. However, the downside here will be the fact that your truck will slow down, maybe even stop. But if you land parallel, you'll end up on a downhill slope, allowing for a bit of throttle due to the downward trajectory, as well as some extra momentum and speed.
11. How to unlock more trucks
If you dream of being unlocked more trucks in this game, you only need to win more and more races in Cups mode. This will allow you to rank up and you will be able to get new vehicles once you reach the Bronze III, Silver I, Silver II and Gold I levels. You can also reach Platinum, Diamond or Legendary ranking which means you can expect more trucks , which will be added to the game as Fingersoft continues to improve them.
Some cars and trucks have their own characteristics. Super Jeep, which is great for earning coins in Adventure mode, very durable and can protect your character's head well. Motocross is a great vehicle for hilly levels, as well as levels that include water and other obstacles that can damage your defenses. Finally, Sport car- this is not a truck or even an SUV in the usual sense; but its unusual fast speed and stability are great for some races in Cups mode.
12. Stick to what you have tried and experienced
We understand how tempting it can be - you've unlocked a new vehicle, why not try it out and see how it performs in Adventure or Cups mode? That's all great, but if you're racing to be successful, you're better off starting with an old vehicle (especially since you've probably upgraded it enough already). If you use your old, good and proven truck, go through more races and play Adventure mode as often as possible. In parallel, use the coins you receive to upgrade the one you just unlocked new truck. On the other hand, you can continue to use your old car if you are satisfied with its characteristics and appearance. Why experiment with something new if you are this moment everything suits me?
If you still decide to change your vehicle, we recommend a super jeep. As we said in the previous tip, it is more durable than a regular Jeep. It also comes with its own frame which will keep you safe if you get into any minor accidents. And it's much faster than a regular Jeep.
13. Don't worry about fuel in Cups mode
When we talked about the Adventure mode, we mentioned that in it fuel is a key resource for competition. In Cups mode, you don't have to worry about it, because the races are usually too short to use a lot of fuel. Dark Roads are the only exception, as you will be required to choose a path that has fuel (if the other path does not). In Adventure mode you have to balance a lot of things to save fuel, but in Cups mode you don't have to worry about it.
14.What happens in Ranking mode?
Ranked mode is the default sub-mode when it comes to Cups. Riding in this mode allows you to move up or down in rankings, which are more like tiers like 1st Bronze, 1st Silver, 2nd Gold, etc. Winning races will naturally improve your rating, while losing races will lower it. But don't be afraid to drop a lot in the ranking if you lose one race - the consequences of losing will be much weaker than the effect of winning. As you move up in the ranks and complete victory after victory, this will also allow you to level up and unlock new vehicles. In addition, ratings are determined by the total number of your rating points, not the points of the enemy, and this makes the game mechanics quite unusual.
Another thing you can do or not do while racing in ranked mode is that you can exit a race while it's still running. This action is also known as "quitting the race" and not only does it take you out of the game, it can also negate any ranking points you've earned. However, this good way get a new ranked race if the previous one didn't really suit your playstyle. So quitting the race isn't exactly a bad thing to do.
15. Benefits of racing in unrated mode
Want to test your trucks in Hill Climb Racing 2 without worrying about backfire? Try the unranked mode, which is essentially a practical mode where you don't have to fight for first place and be afraid of crashes. In this mode, there will be other trucks, but ghostly (that is, transparent, which cannot be crashed into).
What else is the unrated mode good for? Firstly, wins in it are counted in the amount of 10 races that must be won in order to get a red box. Secondly, you will not gain or lose rating points if you decide to "quit the race". Or if you decide to drop out of the race right in the middle just because you are in the tail and there is almost no chance of winning.
This was our detailed game guide for Hill Climb Racing 2. If you know of any other tips for it that we forgot to mention, let us know in the comments section!
2017-03-28
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People often ask: “Which car to drive this track?” or “What track is this car good for?”. For a newcomer to Hill Climb Racing, these questions take on a special meaning, because you need to know which car can go the longest distance and make the most money.
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country side
The best distance traveled on this track shows dune buggy: best record 28733 meters. Performs well and tank, which overcomes a little more than 20 thousand meters. Far behind its "brothers" monster truck , capable of overcoming a little more than 9 thousand meters. Other cars show even worse results.
Desert
An unrealistic record can be reached on dune buggy. This machine allows you to reach almost 105 (!) thousand meters. The record belongs, by the way, to our Slavic colleague from Serbia tank pulls only 42 thousand meters, and can not go further; A Snow Mobile- 10 thousand less than Tank - only 33 thousand.
Arctic
This card does not boast huge numbers, but it boasts logic. Unlike countryside and deserts where records were set by a snowmobile, here a snowmobile rightfully sets them. So, the best car on the Arctic is Snow Mobile. The car is able to drive 5628 meters. Also, you can try dune buggy And rally car. Their recorded records are 3500 and 4000 meters respectively.
highway
This is a track beloved by many fans of the game, because on it you can go huge distances and earn coins to buy new car, For example. On this track, the leaders are the permanent record holder truck, as well as a new locomotive Kiddie Train. The first one barely reaches 20 thousand meters, and the second one calmly overcomes 23 thousand. It is also possible to highlight Super Diesel 4×4, he can roll up to almost 17 kilometers.
cave
This track differs from some others in that it has an upper limit (that's right, it's a "cave"). Therefore, the dimensions of the machine are especially important here: not all machines can overcome narrow gaps. And here rally car Maybe. And can travel more than 10 kilometers. Approximately the same distance can be traveled by dune buggy: about 5200 meters.
Moon
Unlike all other tracks, here we will consider two criteria: which car makes the most money and which car can go the farthest. This is important, because on the Moon it is not necessary to travel far, it is enough to accelerate a little and spin in the air to earn 20-30 thousand coins.
Leaders in making money can be called monster truck(which I personally love very much for that) and Motocross Bike. With their help, you can earn from 50 to 500 thousand in one passage. I even farmed a million once. So that.
Leading the fight for distance rally car, a little behind - race car . Both of these cars travel 3 km and 2.3 km, respectively, due to their downforce(downforce).
Mars
Works well on Mars again dune buggy, but behaves a little better rally car. On these machines, if you have straight arms, you can drive more than 2500 meters - then there simply will not be enough gasoline. On race car you can drive 2300 meters.
Alien Planet
The best thing on this planet to ride on Snow Mobile, on it you can drive almost 7 km, on rally car you can drive one and a half times less, and on other cars - even less.
arctic cave
As the name implies, this is an arctic cave. On this route, about 2400 meters shows dune buggy, Snow Mobile but gives out 400 meters less. It's amazing why you get less on a snowmobile
Forest
I understand that you can drive a tank through the forest, but how you can drive a boat is amazing. But nevertheless, on the Forest track, the champions are hovercraft(7570 meters) and tank(5501 meters).
mountain
In the mountains we have the same leaders as in the forest: hovercraft and its 2961 meters and tank with its honestly taken 2775 meters. A couple of tens of meters behind the Tank Snow Mobile maybe you can take a new record on it?
Mudpool
9 and a half kilometers can drive here dune buggy and two times less hovercraft.
Volcano
On the volcano best cars — Snow Mobile(quietly takes 3900 meters) and tank With dune buggy that overcome the mark of 3500 meters.
beach
Here absolute record recorded for truck He can walk almost 14 kilometers. For comparison - Snow Mobile only 7 km (second place).
Rollercoaster
This new track, released from . Despite the fact that a steam locomotive was also released in the same update, it is poorly revealed here. Showing themselves best rally car(about 6 km), Snow Mobile(almost 4 km). It can also be noted dune buggy, which travels more than 3500 km. So far, the track is new, people are trying themselves and testing cars.
Our climate can rightfully be called an impartial judge that leaves cars with weak performance. If in summer only potholes on the roads appear in the list of obstacles, then in winter ice is added to it, low temperature and heavy snowfalls. No wonder buying motor vehicle, Russian motorists strive to choose only the highest quality and most reliable cars that can withstand high loads.
Frequent engine warm-ups, suspension tests on icy pavement, fuel is not the most best quality- these and other factors together require machines to have endurance and large stock strength. We have compiled a small rating of cars that are excellent for Russia in terms of their qualities.
Top cars
Consider cars like:
- Lada Kalina;
- Ford Focus;
- Volkswagen Polo;
- Renault Logan;
- Volvo XC70;
- Chevrolet Captiva;
- Hyundai Solaris;
- Nissan X-Trail.
Lada Kalina
Our rating will be headed by Lada Kalina - a model that has managed to defeat the traditional distrust of motorists to domestic auto industry. At the end of last year, she got into the top lines of the top car sales in Russia. Designers have created an attractive modern design, which distinguishes the car from its predecessors, and also took care of technical specifications. In particular, the suspension was designed specifically for Russian roads and meets the main criteria for reliability and safety.
The machine is equipped gasoline engine 1.6 liters, which consumes an average of about 8 liters of fuel. Good handling, reliable transmission, average clearance (14.5 cm) make these cars worthy competitors for representatives of foreign brands. IN basic equipment includes the most necessary systems- BAS and ABS, other options are optional.
Lada Kalina - cars from a domestic manufacturer
Ford Focus
This model is quite popular in Russia due to its affordable price. She was brought to our reliability rating by excellent driving performance optimal for our roads. There are about 20 vehicle configurations on the market with comfortable lounge, stylish body design and excellent technical characteristics.
The most popular and reliable among them are cars with a 1.6-liter engine, consuming about 6.5 liters of fuel in mixed mode. Complete the picture of 15-centimeter ground clearance, wheels from 16 to 18 inches, as well as independent front and rear suspension.
Ford Focus is a popular car
Volkswagen Polo
Since these cars are assembled in Russia for the domestic car market, their design takes into account all the features of our roads. Good reliability indicators allowed this model to get into our rating, and its attractive design, affordable price, cozy salon And economical consumption fuel only confirm the correctness of the choice.
The line includes 5 modifications with the most different configuration. On basic version these cars are equipped with a 1.2-liter engine, whose power reaches 60 hp. Also popular among car enthusiasts diesel variant TDI CR 1.6 liter. The advantages of this car should also include a clearance of 16.5 cm and McPherson suspension, which is perfect for our roads.
Volkswagen Polo - a car for our roads
Renault Logan
Testing these budget cars with the Renault logo showed that in terms of their reliability they can compete with models of a higher class. They are not afraid of obstacles in the form of potholes, steep slopes, dirt roads, etc. The car boasts a minimum number of hinged parts, due to which its wear resistance is increased.
Simple body and interior design, compact dashboard with the most necessary levers and buttons, good handling performance, reasonable price - these are the main advantages that attract drivers who choose these cars. Under the hood of the model, you can find a 1.4-liter gasoline engine (75 hp) or a more powerful version of 1.6 liters (90 hp).
Volvo XC70
A stylish business class car from Volvo. The popularity of these cars in Russia is explained not only attractive design body and comfortable interior: independent suspension on a spring easily copes with the peculiarities of our roads.
To the above should be added excellent controllability in winter period, a ground clearance of 15 cm, and also quite reasonable price. Motorists prefer to choose cars equipped with one of the gasoline engines - 1.6 liters and 2 liters. The first consumes only 6 liters of fuel, the second - 6.7 liters.
Volvo XC70 - a solid and reliable car
Chevrolet Captiva
Among the cars that the concern produces General Motors, this model is considered one of the best. It perfectly combines the adaptability of the crossover to the winter road realities of Russia and modern style inherent in sedans. Rear axle these front wheel drive cars is connected when the wheels slip, due to which a decent level of off-road patency is ensured.
Independent spring suspension and a ground clearance of 20 cm give the driver the ability to overcome various obstacles on the way. Models are equipped with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine or one of the diesel power units for 2.2 and 2.4 liters. On average, a car consumes about 7.9 liters of fuel per 100 km.
Chevrolet Captiva - one of the most reliable crossovers
Hyundai Solaris
The original body design makes this car noticeable among other cars. This model Russian assembly, offered on the market in several configurations, is fully adapted to the vagaries of our climate and road features, due to which it is in rather high demand among motorists.
Excellent handling of the car is provided by a semi-independent spring suspension at the rear and a fully independent spring suspension at the front. Ground clearance is 16 cm. Models are equipped with gasoline engines- 1.4 liters (107 hp) or 1.6 liters (123 hp).
Hyundai Solaris - a car that was created for domestic roads
Nissan X-Trail
An SUV of Japanese origin will complete this reliability rating. On domestic market presented the second and third generations of comfortable cars with good performance patency. They are able to deal with dirt roads, ice, fresh snow due to independent spring hangers, All Mode 4×4 all-wheel drive system and ground clearance at 21 cm.
Nissan-X-Trail - SUV with high level patency
Connoisseurs of economy prefer to choose a version with a 2-liter gasoline engine. With a power of 141 hp. it consumes only 8.5 liters of fuel for every 100 kilometers.
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