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Yup, saw that on FB. Personally I'm not so sure about this webzine format but I'll give it a go if it's free. Just found this thread and I completely missed all the goings on. I've read EVO since issue one, subscribing for years, but even though I've been thinking about losing the subscription recently, I can't bring myself to do it. I spend a fortune on car magazines, and I do most of my reading in the little room. Start a good article, and DVT can become a real risk! 
If I want to watch cars, there is Top Gear, or Fifth Gear a poor second (which unfortunately the youtube DR promo video reminded me of), or there is always something on Dave or Sky. I don't want to wait around for a small sized, low quality, average production value video to buffer, and then keep stuttering to a halt.
I find webzines frustrating as there is always a delay loading something, or adverts shoved in your face.
I tried Monkey magazine (a Nuts/FHM style freeby) but after a couple of months I got fed up of it dragging my PC to a halt and the slow speed of the updates.
If I want to read other people's thought, or share my opinions there is PH. I think a magazine website should either compliment the paper version, or be a website, not a pretend magazine.
I hope it works out and I will give it a try, just like I'm trying Performance Car Magazine at the mo.
Good Luck.
If I want to watch cars, there is Top Gear, or Fifth Gear a poor second (which unfortunately the youtube DR promo video reminded me of), or there is always something on Dave or Sky. I don't want to wait around for a small sized, low quality, average production value video to buffer, and then keep stuttering to a halt.
I find webzines frustrating as there is always a delay loading something, or adverts shoved in your face.
I tried Monkey magazine (a Nuts/FHM style freeby) but after a couple of months I got fed up of it dragging my PC to a halt and the slow speed of the updates.
If I want to read other people's thought, or share my opinions there is PH. I think a magazine website should either compliment the paper version, or be a website, not a pretend magazine.
I hope it works out and I will give it a try, just like I'm trying Performance Car Magazine at the mo.
Good Luck.
clubsport said:
Checked the site,,,launch day and still "coming soon"......I hope they are not following the Evo subscription delivery model too closely.
I am/was looking forward to reading drivers-republic, this seems to be dragging on a little now, enough of the tease, lets get on with it!
Give them a chance - it is still launch day for another good fews hours!!!I am/was looking forward to reading drivers-republic, this seems to be dragging on a little now, enough of the tease, lets get on with it!
;)
The Wiz said:
Not too sure - took ages to load each page, even on the fast internet connection at work, and the writing was hard to read. Then the third page it crashed and I just got a blank screen. I've never had a magazine do that on me..... 
clubsport said:
Checked the site,,,launch day and still "coming soon"......I hope they are not following the Evo subscription delivery model too closely.
I am/was looking forward to reading drivers-republic, this seems to be dragging on a little now, enough of the tease, lets get on with it!
Its still saying coming soon.I am/was looking forward to reading drivers-republic, this seems to be dragging on a little now, enough of the tease, lets get on with it!
Just got an email from DR:
http://drivers-republic.chtah.com/a/hBIIzjBB7Q9ZdB7Q-RpB-63$9Y-/home
......but when i click the link it still just says coming soon!
Is it working for anyone else?
Drivers Republic said:
Thank you for registering your interest, you can now click here to view our new website and begin sampling some of the content we will bring you over the next few months.
The revolution has started, but this is just the beginning. Our complete website will be available later in the Summer, but in the meantime you can enjoy our videos, digital magazine features and reviews within this prologue version.
The essence of Drivers Republic will be how we involve you in the story, keeping you informed and seeking your input. We will also embrace the power of the community, both in terms of enabling your voice and recognising your value.
Drivers Republic is FREE, so you have no excuse for not visiting us. We hope you enjoy what you find.
The Drivers Republic Team.
Here's the link:The revolution has started, but this is just the beginning. Our complete website will be available later in the Summer, but in the meantime you can enjoy our videos, digital magazine features and reviews within this prologue version.
The essence of Drivers Republic will be how we involve you in the story, keeping you informed and seeking your input. We will also embrace the power of the community, both in terms of enabling your voice and recognising your value.
Drivers Republic is FREE, so you have no excuse for not visiting us. We hope you enjoy what you find.
The Drivers Republic Team.
http://drivers-republic.chtah.com/a/hBIIzjBB7Q9ZdB7Q-RpB-63$9Y-/home
......but when i click the link it still just says coming soon!
Is it working for anyone else?
Guys,
Looks like Drivers Republic is open for Business.
Just had a ten minute look through the site and I am quite impressed, particularly like the way the articles open and the fact you can turn the pages just like a print magazine.
Like the video clips embedded in the articles as well.
Can't wait to see the first full issue.
Well done Steve and team.
Regards
Tim
Looks like Drivers Republic is open for Business.
Just had a ten minute look through the site and I am quite impressed, particularly like the way the articles open and the fact you can turn the pages just like a print magazine.
Like the video clips embedded in the articles as well.
Can't wait to see the first full issue.
Well done Steve and team.
Regards
Tim
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