The Tempest Blender 2L features the new wave action jug design. It makes daiquiris in as little as 12 seconds and has two speeds, a jump cycle and a pulse function. The timer has an auto shut-off to keep you from coming back and burning your coffee after you've forgotten about it. And it's a 3hp motor with all metal drive coupling and a 1.9Lt stackable jug to ensure that no task is too difficult for the Tempest. This blender also comes with Sure-grip rubber feet which provide the stability needed to handle heavy-duty tasks and protect against scratches, temperature gauge and a special cool-down cycle prevent the motor form burning out, making this blender durable and reliable.