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JAKE AND HIS 1950 BENTLEY

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Rock 101 Morning Hosts’ Car On Display at BC’s Largest Collector Car Event

! Corrie Miller

BY CORRIE MILLER

There’s no question Bro Jake Edwards loves his 1950 Bentley. After all she’s been with him 27 long years. The gleaming white and tan beauty that belongs to Rock 101’s veteran morning man was in fact one of the very first cars he had the pleasure of driving as a teenager, a lifetime ago in his hometown of Moncton, New Brunswick. The rest,

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so they say, is history, and a colourful one it is at that. You can set your sights on Bro Jake’s (other) love of his life this weekend at the Vancouver Collector Car Show and Auction on the PNE Fairgrounds. The show will feature a celebrity area in which the drool-worthy vehicles of local and international celebrities’ will be on display for your perusal, including Bro Jake’s coveted Bentley that once sat rotting in a high school buddy’s garage for years before Edwards decided to buy her with the eventual goal of a top-down restoration.

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…was the line used by Robert Staffieri, the marBY ZACK SPENCER keting manager for Kia Canada, to highlight the Rondo’s launch location in Texas and the importance of this product to their company.

The Kia Rondo is a compact crossover-type vehicle and an alternative to buying a minivan or more rugged SUV. This might sound like a niche product but if you consider the wants and needs of a young family, this type of vehicle fits the bill perfectly; able to take up to seven passengers in a compact package, use as little fuel as possible--thanks to a 4-cylinder engine- -and not break the bank to buy it. No need for a bigger SUV or van when crossovers like this are available. And the Rondo has sold very well over the years. In fact, Kia has sold over 50,000 of them since the vehicles introduction a few short years ago. For 2014 Kia wanted to make a statement about just how far this relatively new brand has come in just over 12 years in Canada.

No longer a value brand, Kia wants to be a company that buyers aspire to own and this Rondo is a main pillar of their business. There is some competition for the new Rondo, namely the Mazda5, Dodge Journey and Chevrolet Malibu.

All of these vehicles are capable of taking six or seven passengers over three rows and can all come standard with a

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Economy: Schreyer (formally of Audi) the designs coming from this Korean carmaker are first rate. The design community thinks so too as they just awarded the 2014 Rondo the Red Dot award for design excellence. For designers this is akin to winning an Oscar. But how does it all come together? Well the inside finishes and trim is first rate. Soft touch materials along with splashes of contrasting materials and colours break up the dash. The large navigation and information screen in the center of the dash is one of the best to date and that includes higher end products. The cabin of the Rondo is wider than the Mazda5 competitor and a fairly flat dash and huge upper dash panel extenuate this. This is not the same size as a minivan, the best way to describe the functionality is to consider this a vary capable 5-seater with two extra jump seats for those times when kids want to bring along a friend. The stance of the Rondo is now lower and wider, the roofline has been dropped and in comparison to this

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4-cylinder engine. The Journey is the only one that has available all-wheel drive and a V6, but those trim levels are much more expensive. On price, the Rondo has an advantage when you consider the level of content included. The base model with automatic starts at $23,995 for the 5-seater trim and $25,195 for the 7-passenger configuration and that includes 16-inch wheels, heated front seats, leather wrapped steering wheel and shifter along with Bluetooth audio and music storage inside the radio. The EX is the model many Canadians will consider at $26,995 for the 5- passenger or $28,195 for the 7- passenger configuration. The benefits to this trim are the inclusion of Kia’s “UVO” information and entertainment system, plus a large screen to interact with. The screen also doubles as a backup camera. Leather seats, a heated steering wheel, push button start, LED running lamps plus folding outside mirrors are included. The top Luxury trim for $32,195 features items found in luxury cars just a short time ago. The first is a massive panoramic sunroof, plus 18-inch wheels, heated rear seats, a cooled driver’s seat, navigation, HID headlamps and upgraded stereo. The content stuffed into the new Rondo is impressive but so is the rest of the packaging. Styling counts for a lot and thanks to head designer Peter

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vehicles direct competitors; it really is the sleekest of the bunch and I would bet many people would not know there are three rows of seats stuffed inside the Rondo. Big changes have also been integrated into the drive of this 2014 model.

A new direct-inject 2.0L 4-cylinder is very quick to respond in all situations thanks to 164hp and 156 lb.-ft. of torque. This new engine is matched to a 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, which is only offered on the base, base $21,695 price point. The cabin is very quiet and relaxed. In fact, Kia Canada had a big part in deciding the suspension for this Rondo since it is not sold in the United States and we have specific requirements due to pothole cluttered roads. The dampening and road feel is a good combination of compliance, insulation and road feel.

Not the vehicle of choice for early Sunday morning back canyon roads but for the average Canadian family it will feel refined. After spending two days driving around the Texas Gulf coast I came away with even more admiration for the Kia brand. They have grown up and produce very strong vehicles; able to take on established, well regarded brands. This Rondo will be a hit with young families who need a functional set of wheels to move their kids around without breaking the bank, plus they get to do it in seamless style.

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1959 MGA COUPE – AUCTION CAR – NO RESERVE

1947 FORD COUPE

ORGANIZER JASON HEARD’S 1970 COUGAR CONVERTIBLE

BY CORRIE MILLER

“The first thing you notice? The car doesn’t have ABS,“ he grins. “They didn’t make brakes in 1950,” he pauses, ”like they do today.”

Rumor has it the cars’ provenance lies with the Ramsay family, lineage including George Ramsay, the 9th Earl of Dalhousie who founded Dalhousie University in Halifax and was once Governor of Nova Scotia.

As for the show and auction,

HOST OF TV’S MY CLASSIC CAR DENNIS GAGE – AT THE SHOW SATURDAY SIGNING AUTOGRAPHS

spectators are in for a real treat. Expect to find more than 500 of BC and surrounding area’s best classic cars in the largest celebration of the collector car hobby that Vancouver has ever Fast-forward a few years and, seen. The Vancouver Collector unable to part ways, the Car Show and Auction car followed Bro Jake runs this Saturday west after his move and Sunday June here in 1996. It was 22 and 23 on the shipped in pieces from PNE fairgrounds Moncton to Vancouver for and promises to be a reassemble and eventually, a proverbial Candy a $45,000 restoration. Today’s Land for anyone who version of the car is unrecognizable 1957 BELAIR- AUCTION. loves classic cars; both from the version he drove at the those with an undeterred tender age of 16. passion and the casual optimist.

You can tell that there’s a lot of history Wander through over 50,000 square there, and a lot of love. feet of tents featuring car club exhibits, “It’s just really fun to drive around. [You vendors and famous PNE food in a get a] really nostalgic feeling driving revved up “PNE for people who love that car.” And I would argue turn more cars”.

As well, 120 collector than a few heads while you’re at it. vehicles will cross the auction block in a Barrett-Jackson style auction hosted by Steve Magnante (of Speed TV’s coverage of the Barrett Jackson).

“How this car ended up in Moncton, New Brunswick, I’ll never know, “ says Edwards.

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Some of BC’s best vehicles will be offered up (many with no reserve), giving attendees a chance to finally get their hands on their dream car.

They didn’t make brakes in 1950... like they do today.

“The community’s response to the history of great car shows at the PNE has been overwhelmingly positive,” says Jason Heard, co-organizer of the event.

“We are looking forward to bringing back lots of wonderful memories for people, not just with the show, but all of the cars they may remember from their past.”

What: 500 + collector cars on

display, 120 crossing the auction block

When: Saturday June 22 10am7pm & Sunday 23 10am-5pm

Location: PNE fairgrounds, The Forum, The Agridome

Tickets: $15 (on site and online through Ticket Leader)

More information:

www.vancouvercollectorcars.com

As for the auction?

“For people who have not had the opportunity to be at a live classic car auction, they will be shocked with how fun it is,” said Heard. “There’s a lot of excitement and tons going on. We have lots of no reserve cars and cars with great reserve prices,

so we know a lot [of great classics] will sell.”

Heard says he has no idea what Bro Jake’s plans are for the old Bentley, but he assures you that his sun yellow 1970 Cougar convertible is most definitely not going up on the auction block. It will be on display, though.

Tweet Corrie @CorrieMiller or email corriemiller@gmail.com.

1972 CORVETTE IS ANOTHER AUCTION CAR.

ar Show Features...

• The Host of TV’s My Classic Car, Dennis Gage onsite Saturday signing autographs. (Is it possible there might be a moustache more famous than Bro Jake’s? Jury’s still out on that one.)

• Celebrity area featuring Jake Edwards’ Bentley, Global TV’s Chris Gailus’ 1976 Ford Bronco

Vancouver Collector Car Show + Auction

• K.D. Lang’s 1964 Mercury Meteor to cross the auction block.

• ‘100 Years of Vancouver Cars’ tracing a dozen cars originally purchased in Vancouver over the last century • Display of movie cars • Nostalgic nods to PNE car shows of yore “Motorama” and “World of Wheels”.

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BY CORRIE MILLER

Anyone filling up at the pump these days looks with disdain at the price of gas.

This is why in considering what to replace our aging Nissan Pathfinder with (old faithful sports over 300,000kms), a hybrid vehicle of some ilk tops the list.

Having no prior experience with hybrids (those that employ a gas engine and an electric vehicle [EV] component combined to drive the motor), I was really a blank slate with regard to expectations. I went in looking simply for fuel efficiency and what I found was a surprisingly wellequipped little compact with much more functionality than I could have hoped for.

The 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid blew my expectations out of the water.

Outfitted with the base SE model, I set about my daily routine to see if this would truly fit the bill for a suburban-living and commuting family of four, including two car seats.

First thing of note was that the gas engine would shut off in favor of the EV on any down slope or straight stretch even at a speed of up to 90km/h; and in rush hour this allowed for

roughly half of my 50 km commute between Delta and downtown Vancouver to be completed on EV. What’s more, regenerative braking uses braking force to recapture roughly 90% of the battery power.

On the upslope of the Alex Fraser bridge, I found myself behind a slow moving truck in the center lane and decided to test out the gas pedal to get around it. I was surprised to find a torquey little motor that responded quickly to my foot. As the brochure says, “The advanced eCVT (electronically controlled continuously variable transmission) smoothly transfers 188 system net horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque to the pavement.” For the laymen (and women), it’s got game.

Carting two kids to IKEA over the weekend I found to my surprise that the ample headroom also made for easy access to the infant bucket seat when transporting it in and out of the vehicle, and as an added bonus I found priority parking for hybrid models upon our arrival. Just one little perk of being a little bit

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The C-Max comes available in three pricing and trim levels; the base model Hybrid SE (which includes a super handy automatic lift gate and voice activated hands-free), the more luxuriously trimmed SEL (includes upgraded SONY stereo, touch screen display, heated seats, voice activated NAV System) and the C-Max Energi which combines the 2L hybrid engine with an external charging port for a remarkable estimated 1.9L/100km fuel consumption, providing you have plugin capability (which many new building developments and businesses increasingly

2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid • 9-1-1 Assist calls on your behalf in event of a crash • Hidden storage compartments under rear floor mats • Available kick-activated automatic lift gate on the SEL • Vibrant blue dash display with efficiency coaching

have). The SE and SEL models still boast an impressive 4.0L/100km in the city, and 4.1L/100Km on the highway.

Starting at $27,199 for the SE and $36, 999 for the fully electric Energi, the CMAX family is worth a look.

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Mosport Park near Toronto, and recall positioning myself on a hill overlooking Turn Three, waiting for the event to begin.

MORE THAN FOUR DECADES AFTER BRUCE MCLAREN’S DEATH, THE LEGEND LIVES ON AT THE TOP OF THE MOTORSPORTS FOOD CHAIN: FORMULA ONE.

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The slow-moving train of about 20 mid-size engine cars MCLAREN HAS MAINTAINED ITS PUBLIC PRESENCE WITH made a deafening ROAD CARS SUCH AS THE OUTRAGEOUS F1 MODEL FROM sound during the THE 1990s, LONG CONSIDERED ONE OF THE BEST CARS warm-up lap, but EVER BUILT. when the race began, the ground literally trembled as the shock waves from the car’s and reputation might have monster motors penetrated the earth’s been almost unknown crust. Nearby, a trio of young children who were it not for Canhad accompanied their parents, screamed Am, a short-lived in utter terror. racing series

It’s virtually unthinkable in today’s mega-million-dollar world of Grand Prix auto racing that any of its talented, ambitious drivers could launch his own race team . . . and design and compete in his very own car.

(1966-’74) that produced some of the wildest and most exhilarating competition ever seen. Highly experimental in nature, the series allowed purpose-built sports cars to run with up to 8.0 litres of displacement (about 480 cubic inches), not to mention nearly unlimited power.

...the company he founded continues to be one of the more successful organizations in Formula One.

However, Bruce McLaren not only accomplished this feat more than four decades ago, but the company he founded continues to be one of the more successful organizations in Formula One; This despite the fact that its founder died in 1970 at the tender age of 32.

In his all-too-brief life, McLaren managed an impressive list of successes. His European driving career began while he was barely into his 20s and his first win came at age 22 at the 1959 United States Grand Prix. Seven years later, the talented New Zealander had formed his own team and had driven in a chassis built by his company, Bruce McLaren Motor Racing Ltd. The 1968 Belgian Grand Prix would mark the site of McLaren’s one and only victory piloting his own car.

Between running his race teams, designing both Grand Prix and Indianapolis customer cars and competing in both the CanadianAmerican Challenge Cup series (Can-Am) and Formula One, McLaren also found time to help develop the Ford Motor Company’s assault on one of the world’s most prestigious motor racing events: the annual 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race held in France. In fact it was McLaren who, along with driving legend Dan Gurney, piloted a GT40 to victory in 1966, which was Ford’s first at this fabled circuit.

In North America, Bruce McLaren’s name

Beginning in 1967, fans had grown accustomed to watching McLaren and his running mate, fellow New Zealander Denny Hulme, beat nearly all comers in the series.

Can-Am quickly became affectionately known as “The Bruce and Denny Show,” with one driver or the other usually taking the checkered flag, including all 11 contests in 1969, the team’s most successful outing. Although the results had become predictable, the sights, sounds and vibrations put out by these Can-Am beasts would literally take your breath away. The series attracted some of the world’s most talented drivers who in turn brought out the fans by the thousands.

The simple experience of being a spectator was nothing short of incredible. As a young man, I was fortunate enough to have attended a 1970 race held at

The two bright orange Chevroletpowered McLaren M8Ds (nicknamed the “Batmobiles” for their wedge-shaped appearance) competing on that warm day in June led from wire to wire. Sadly, though, the man I had come to watch was not there to take the checkered flag.

Bruce McLaren had died in England two weeks earlier while testing the M8D. Although it was a pleasure to watch Dan Gurney win that day (he and Englishman Peter G e t h i n

drove for the team that year), the victory was a bittersweet moment.

While the decision was made to withdraw Team McLaren after the 1972 campaign to concentrate on Formula One, several other private entries kept the brand alive and consistently winning for another two years until rule changes forced all McLarens from active competition.

Naturally, the success of the McLarens on the track led to several orders from other teams desperate for some of the McLaren magic, thereby substantially adding to the company’s coffers.

Since his death, and under the leadership of men such as Teddy Mayer, Ron Dennis and supported by a host of talented engineers, designers, mechanics and drivers, McLaren race cars have remained competitive on the world’s Grand Prix circuits, capturing numerous constructors titles along the way.

The results are a fitting tribute to this quiet man who saw no limits to the goals he set for himself, achieving much in life and honored many times over in succeeding decades.

PETER GETHIN

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The sporty two-seat convertible is a sexy drive that makes you want to raise the volume of your music way higher than normal, feel the breeze lift your hair and prepare for envious looks from the drivers around you. No-one buys this car for practicality – you can’t get a set of golf clubs in the trunk, for example, and wouldn’t want to take the MX-5 on your next grocery trip to Costco.

Rather, this is a fun car that begs for a carefree day drive on a sunny, blue-sky day, delivering a goodto-be-alive feeling to those in the two bucket seats. Slipping into first gear on the manual transmission, we took a day drive to the Lower Mainland’s best kept secret: Port Moody.

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If you’re keen to kayak, canoe or challenge yourself to a long hike, continue north up Sunnyside road until you reach the glacial waters of Buntzen Lake, a larger body of water surrounded by lush forest and plentiful hiking trails.

The Buntzen Lake Trail, an 8km route that circles the lake, is a glorious walk through the shady forest and one of the shorter hiking paths in the area. The massive lake offers an off-leash canine beach, a large grassy picnic area shaded by towering hemlocks, a swimming beach and a dock from which kids learn to catch their first fish each summer. For $45 you can rent a kayak for a full day from Anmore Grocery ($60 for a canoe; 604. 469-9928), and if you’ve not stocked up on provisions, call ahead to order croissants, muffins and sandwiches.

Back in the MX-5 we were content just to soak in the magnificent views Port Moody offers at every turn, enjoying the athletic steering and smooth, powerful drive this affordable little sports car delivers.

Careening along Bedwell Bay road we admired the many luxurious mansions and

their envious ocean views, while at the Belcarra Picnic area, Burrard Inlet glimmered before us, a rocky beach begging to be explored at low tide.

Sure, we got lost on those winding roads, but that was all part of this glorious day drive. At one point we slowed for two deer that cautiously picked their way across the road right in front of us, posing cooperatively for photos before they disappeared into the verdant forest. The road clear, we manoeuvred smoothly through to sixth gear, cruising effortlessly along the open road back into Port Moody.

At SuterBrook Village we replenished on smoothies and healthy snacks. Then we reluctantly traded the wonderfully rural ambience in Port Moody for the road construction, stoplights and heavy traffic of Burnaby and Vancouver, knowing one thing for certain: we’d be back for sure this summer.

BELOW: BELCARRA PICNIC AREA PHOTO: LAUREN KRAMER

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South Korean automaker Hyundai is soon to flip the switch on that country’s largest solar-panel system, attached to the rooftops of its Asan, Korea, plant. It will deploy about 40,000 solar-voltaic panels later this year.

When completed and on-line, the plant will be capable of supplying enough found energy to provide a stable source of electricity for up to 3,200 households.

To produce the same amount of electricity, a thermoelectric (carbon-burning) power plant releases 5,100 tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere per year. In terms of cutting carbon dioxide, the solar plant is equivalent of planting 1.12 million pine trees, which, of course, consume carbon dioxide. Moreover, sprinklers that work to cool the solar modules “will also help the plant save energy by lowering the indoor temperature during hot seasons.”

IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES IF EVERY ROOF IN THE WORLD EVER SOLD FROM THIS POINT FORWARD HAD TO BE SOLAR. THIS IS HYUNDAI’S PLANT IN ASAN, KOREA THAT CAN POWER 3,200 HOMES.

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Nissan boss calls for fuel cell/electricvehicle partnerships:

Automakers should focus on electric vehicles and collaborate on developing fuel-cell technology, says Renault-Nissan chairman and CEO, Carlos Ghosn. Corporate collaboration would both speed development and standardization, as well as lower costs. Many governments around the world want an alternative to oil, he said. Japan, for one, consumes four million barrels of oil a day, spending $400 million every day. “If you take a portion of this $400 million and invest it into a technology that employs people in Japan - and you can expand this to France and the United States - it makes sense for governments to say, ‘We need to give electric cars a chance,’” he tells automotive news Web site Autoblog.

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Hybrids, diesels take lead in sales growth percentage race:

Sales growth in the United States for hybrid vehicles, and lately diesel-powered, has overtaken the growth rate of the overall automotive market, and by a statistically significant margin, according to an independent study by auto data provider R.L. Polk, for diesel advocate Diesel Technology Forum. U.S. hybrid light-duty vehicle registrations jumped 34 percent between 2010- ’12, while sales for diesels — long viewed by American drivers with a kind of general

disdain — rose 24 per cent, to about 797,000 from about 641,000 two years ago.

During the same time, total vehicle registrations rose by less than three percent. This suggests, says DTF, that in addressing rising gas prices, more consumers are turning to alternate vehicles.

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WHEN IT COMES TO DIESELS, WE KNOW THE TECHNOLOGY IS GOOD, BUT IT’S STILL A SURPRISE THAT THE “TAKE RATE” IS ACTUALLY GROWING.

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Is Mazda weighing a diesel option for next MX-5?

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Fiat means business, giving North in 42-per-cent greater interior volume. SixAmerican small-car buyers more of footers rejoice. what they really, really want. That’s The 500L is also somewhat larger than its where the all-new 500L enters the nearest rival, the four-door Mini Cooper picture.

Countryman, which translates into Sure, the original “Cinquecento” considerably more passenger and luggage two-door hatchback and its semiroom. convertible Cabrio and Abarth Fiat has also fashioned the rear seat to offshoots are kind of adorable. But accommodate three people, for a total of five let’s face it; any car that’s 15 centimetres (the Countryman is limited to four), although shorter than a Mini Cooper is bound to be a it will help if the meat-in-the-sandwich tight fit. That’s why the brand-extending Mini occupant is less than adult sized.

Clubman and Countryman were created and Fiat wisely chose not to install the 500’s 101it’s for the same reason that the four-door horsepower 1.4-litre four-cylinder in North 500L will debut early this summer.

American versions of the 500L. Instead, the What really sticks out as unique are the 500L’s engine pumps out 160 horsepower and double windshield pillars that are separated 184 pound-feet of torque, which should by a glass panel. Interesting, be enough to satisfy most but there will likely be some drivers. criticism over forward visibility.

A six-speed manual Despite that bit of quirkiness, transmission is standard fare, the design is rather attractive while a six-speed automated and exudes a saucy character. manual (no clutch pedal) is Getting the 500 to a more optional. As of this writing, practical state meant fuel-economy numbers employing a larger haven’t been released, but SINCE IT’S 15 version of the 500’s a good guesstimate would CENTIMETRES WIDER THAN THE STANDARD “small-wide” be 7.8 l/100 km in the city 500, THE 500L WILL FIT platform. This and 5.2 on the highway for MORE BUYERS. WHAT means a gain versions with the six-speed DO YOU THINK OF THE DOUBLE “A” PILLARS of about 70 stick.

WITH THE GLASS IN centimetres in length, It’s also a bit early to BETWEEN (UPPER about 15 centimetres discuss standard and RIGHT)? in width and height optional features, but what THE “L” IS ALSO 15 CENTIMETRES TALLER and slightly more than 30 is known is that the 500L THAN THE STANDARD 500, WHICH centimetres between the front TRANSLATES INTO MORE HEADROOM FOR will be offered in Pop, REAR PASSENGERS, IN PARTICULAR. and rear wheels, resulting Easy, Trekking and Lounge

models. Of the four, the off-road-emulating Trekking, pictured here, will be the most visually stimulating with its unique blacked-out lower rear bodywork and protruding nose (think British Bulldog), 17-inch wheels (16s are standard) and two-tone interior. Unfortunately, all-wheel-drive is not on the Trekking’s build sheet, which limits where you can actually trek too.

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Aston Martin blows the roof off:

THE 1959 DB1R, LEFT, INSPIRED THE CC100 ASTON MARTIN CONCEPT THAT THE COMPANY BUILT IN LESS THAN SIX MONTHS. YES, THE CC100 RUNS AND DRIVES.

The famed British marque recently gave itself quite a 100 th birthday gift in the form of the CC100 Speedster concept. The two-seater honors the automaker’s victory at the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race in France. Back then, the DBR1 racecar was driven by famed racer/sports car constructor Carroll Shelby, assisted by Roy Salvadori. The CC100 runs with a 6.0-litre V12 good for 100 km-h times of about four seconds, going on to a top speed of 290. Most interestingly, the car was completed in less that six months with the carbon-fibre body molded by Canadian company Multimatic, Inc., which has done other work for Aston. The Sleuth hears that the window-less sports car has actually been sold to some wealthy dude at a price in excess of US $750,000. But there’s also scuttlebutt going around that a small number of CC100 anniversary editions might make it to production. If that happens, well-heeled buyers waving wads of cash will snag them before they’re even built.

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allowed the automaker to strengthen the Civic’s body structure in anticipation of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) new small-overlap-frontal-crash test that it initiated in 2012. That’s where only the front corner of the vehicle, and not the entire front end, strikes another object at 40 mph (65 km-h). The Civic sedan and coupe scored well on that test and the IIHS named it as the only compact model (out of five vehicles) to earn its Top Safety Pick+ designation. These days, impressive safety ratings equal increased sales.

diesel and gas-electric hybrid models plus a four-cylinder turbo-diesel that’s reported to generate amazing fuel economy. Not so well known is Mercedes-Benz’s plan to introduce both coupe and convertible S-class models for the 2016 model year as well as (according to rumours) an electric plug-in model to be introduced before the end of the decade.

Audi steps up the performance pace: Buoyed by the success of its hot Sand RS-designated models, German automaker Audi plans to increase its efforts to make available more such models, including the next-generation A3 compact sedan and hatchback. The goal is to significantly increase S and RS sales by the end of the 2013 model year and further ramp up volumes in the long term.

Audi is currently generating more than half of parent Volkswagen’s profits, so the focus on increasing the brand’s popularity is understandable. However The Sleuth doesn’t believe for a minute that BMW or Mercedes-Benz will let Audi’s impressive growth spurt go unchallenged.

Civic safety is tops: The Sleuth was in shock when Honda gave its compact Civic the makeover treatment for 2013 after just one year in production.

But beyond giving the car modest interior and exterior updates, that decision

IN REWORKING THE CIVIC, HONDA MADE STRUCTURAL CHANGES THAT HELPED THE SMALL CAR EARN HIGH MARKS IN “SMALL-OVERLAPFRONTAL-CRASH” TESTING.

The “S” stands for class: The Sleuth has unearthed some deets about the next-generation 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-class that’s due to launch later this year. The luxury-laden sedan will be a virtual multi-model variety show, available in regular and extendedwheelbase sizes, not unlike the ultraluxury Maybach model that the automaker recently cancelled. Of course all-wheeldrive will be available for both versions.

The base powerplant will be a twinturbocharged 455-horsepower 4.7-litre V8, but non-turbo and turbo V12 engines will follow. Also planned are V6 turbo-

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GIVEN THE CURRENT DESIGN OVERHALL GOING ON AT KIA, IT CERTAINLY SEEMS ODD THAT THE SEDONA MINIVAN TOOK A YEAR OFF AND IS NOW BACK, VIRTUALLY UNCHANGED.

Kia’s minivan is back from the grave: The Sleuth thought he had seen the last of the Kia Sedona when it failed to show up for the 2013 model year. But lo and behold, the offshoot of the Hyundai empire has for some reason chosen to return the Sedona to market. Usually when vehicles go on a one-year hiatus, they return sporting a completely new design and mechanical components. Strangely, in this case, the 2014 version looks nearly identical to the 2012 minivan, although with a revised nose. Also back is the very same 3.5-litre V6 and six-speed automatic transmission. The sneaky one can’t figure out if Kia’s Sedona loyalists demanded it be resuscitated, or the company simply had a change of heart.

AFTER SELLING ONE MILLION “JK” (WRANGLER) JEEPS IN EIGHT YEARS, THERE SHOULD BE NO QUESTIONING THE BRAND’S CACHET.

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There’s no question Bro Jake Edwards loves his 1950 Bentley. After all she’s been with him 27 long years. The gleaming white and tan beauty that belongs to Rock 101’s veteran morning man was in fact one of the very first cars he had the pleasure of driving as a teenager, a lifetime ago in his hometown of Moncton, New Brunswick. The rest,

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…was the line used by Robert Staffieri, the marBY ZACK SPENCER keting manager for Kia Canada, to highlight the Rondo’s launch location in Texas and the importance of this product to their company.

The Kia Rondo is a compact crossover-type vehicle and an alternative to buying a minivan or more rugged SUV. This might sound like a niche product but if you consider the wants and needs of a young family, this type of vehicle fits the bill perfectly; able to take up to seven passengers in a compact package, use as little fuel as possible--thanks to a 4-cylinder engine- -and not break the bank to buy it. No need for a bigger SUV or van when crossovers like this are available. And the Rondo has sold very well over the years. In fact, Kia has sold over 50,000 of them since the vehicles introduction a few short years ago. For 2014 Kia wanted to make a statement about just how far this relatively new brand has come in just over 12 years in Canada.

No longer a value brand, Kia wants to be a company that buyers aspire to own and this Rondo is a main pillar of their business. There is some competition for the new Rondo, namely the Mazda5, Dodge Journey and Chevrolet Malibu.

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Economy: Schreyer (formally of Audi) the designs coming from this Korean carmaker are first rate. The design community thinks so too as they just awarded the 2014 Rondo the Red Dot award for design excellence. For designers this is akin to winning an Oscar. But how does it all come together? Well the inside finishes and trim is first rate. Soft touch materials along with splashes of contrasting materials and colours break up the dash. The large navigation and information screen in the center of the dash is one of the best to date and that includes higher end products. The cabin of the Rondo is wider than the Mazda5 competitor and a fairly flat dash and huge upper dash panel extenuate this. This is not the same size as a minivan, the best way to describe the functionality is to consider this a vary capable 5-seater with two extra jump seats for those times when kids want to bring along a friend. The stance of the Rondo is now lower and wider, the roofline has been dropped and in comparison to this

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4-cylinder engine. The Journey is the only one that has available all-wheel drive and a V6, but those trim levels are much more expensive. On price, the Rondo has an advantage when you consider the level of content included. The base model with automatic starts at $23,995 for the 5-seater trim and $25,195 for the 7-passenger configuration and that includes 16-inch wheels, heated front seats, leather wrapped steering wheel and shifter along with Bluetooth audio and music storage inside the radio. The EX is the model many Canadians will consider at $26,995 for the 5- passenger or $28,195 for the 7- passenger configuration. The benefits to this trim are the inclusion of Kia’s “UVO” information and entertainment system, plus a large screen to interact with. The screen also doubles as a backup camera. Leather seats, a heated steering wheel, push button start, LED running lamps plus folding outside mirrors are included. The top Luxury trim for $32,195 features items found in luxury cars just a short time ago. The first is a massive panoramic sunroof, plus 18-inch wheels, heated rear seats, a cooled driver’s seat, navigation, HID headlamps and upgraded stereo. The content stuffed into the new Rondo is impressive but so is the rest of the packaging. Styling counts for a lot and thanks to head designer Peter

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A new direct-inject 2.0L 4-cylinder is very quick to respond in all situations thanks to 164hp and 156 lb.-ft. of torque. This new engine is matched to a 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, which is only offered on the base, base $21,695 price point. The cabin is very quiet and relaxed. In fact, Kia Canada had a big part in deciding the suspension for this Rondo since it is not sold in the United States and we have specific requirements due to pothole cluttered roads. The dampening and road feel is a good combination of compliance, insulation and road feel.

Not the vehicle of choice for early Sunday morning back canyon roads but for the average Canadian family it will feel refined. After spending two days driving around the Texas Gulf coast I came away with even more admiration for the Kia brand. They have grown up and produce very strong vehicles; able to take on established, well regarded brands. This Rondo will be a hit with young families who need a functional set of wheels to move their kids around without breaking the bank, plus they get to do it in seamless style.

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ORGANIZER JASON HEARD’S 1970 COUGAR CONVERTIBLE

BY CORRIE MILLER

“The first thing you notice? The car doesn’t have ABS,“ he grins. “They didn’t make brakes in 1950,” he pauses, ”like they do today.”

Rumor has it the cars’ provenance lies with the Ramsay family, lineage including George Ramsay, the 9th Earl of Dalhousie who founded Dalhousie University in Halifax and was once Governor of Nova Scotia.

As for the show and auction,

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spectators are in for a real treat. Expect to find more than 500 of BC and surrounding area’s best classic cars in the largest celebration of the collector car hobby that Vancouver has ever Fast-forward a few years and, seen. The Vancouver Collector unable to part ways, the Car Show and Auction car followed Bro Jake runs this Saturday west after his move and Sunday June here in 1996. It was 22 and 23 on the shipped in pieces from PNE fairgrounds Moncton to Vancouver for and promises to be a reassemble and eventually, a proverbial Candy a $45,000 restoration. Today’s Land for anyone who version of the car is unrecognizable 1957 BELAIR- AUCTION. loves classic cars; both from the version he drove at the those with an undeterred tender age of 16. passion and the casual optimist.

You can tell that there’s a lot of history Wander through over 50,000 square there, and a lot of love. feet of tents featuring car club exhibits, “It’s just really fun to drive around. [You vendors and famous PNE food in a get a] really nostalgic feeling driving revved up “PNE for people who love that car.” And I would argue turn more cars”.

As well, 120 collector than a few heads while you’re at it. vehicles will cross the auction block in a Barrett-Jackson style auction hosted by Steve Magnante (of Speed TV’s coverage of the Barrett Jackson).

“How this car ended up in Moncton, New Brunswick, I’ll never know, “ says Edwards.

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They didn’t make brakes in 1950... like they do today.

“The community’s response to the history of great car shows at the PNE has been overwhelmingly positive,” says Jason Heard, co-organizer of the event.

“We are looking forward to bringing back lots of wonderful memories for people, not just with the show, but all of the cars they may remember from their past.”

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As for the auction?

“For people who have not had the opportunity to be at a live classic car auction, they will be shocked with how fun it is,” said Heard. “There’s a lot of excitement and tons going on. We have lots of no reserve cars and cars with great reserve prices,

so we know a lot [of great classics] will sell.”

Heard says he has no idea what Bro Jake’s plans are for the old Bentley, but he assures you that his sun yellow 1970 Cougar convertible is most definitely not going up on the auction block. It will be on display, though.

Tweet Corrie @CorrieMiller or email corriemiller@gmail.com.

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• Celebrity area featuring Jake Edwards’ Bentley, Global TV’s Chris Gailus’ 1976 Ford Bronco

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Countryman, which translates into Sure, the original “Cinquecento” considerably more passenger and luggage two-door hatchback and its semiroom. convertible Cabrio and Abarth Fiat has also fashioned the rear seat to offshoots are kind of adorable. But accommodate three people, for a total of five let’s face it; any car that’s 15 centimetres (the Countryman is limited to four), although shorter than a Mini Cooper is bound to be a it will help if the meat-in-the-sandwich tight fit. That’s why the brand-extending Mini occupant is less than adult sized.

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MORE THAN FOUR DECADES AFTER BRUCE MCLAREN’S DEATH, THE LEGEND LIVES ON AT THE TOP OF THE MOTORSPORTS FOOD CHAIN: FORMULA ONE.

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The slow-moving train of about 20 mid-size engine cars MCLAREN HAS MAINTAINED ITS PUBLIC PRESENCE WITH made a deafening ROAD CARS SUCH AS THE OUTRAGEOUS F1 MODEL FROM sound during the THE 1990s, LONG CONSIDERED ONE OF THE BEST CARS warm-up lap, but EVER BUILT. when the race began, the ground literally trembled as the shock waves from the car’s and reputation might have monster motors penetrated the earth’s been almost unknown crust. Nearby, a trio of young children who were it not for Canhad accompanied their parents, screamed Am, a short-lived in utter terror. racing series

It’s virtually unthinkable in today’s mega-million-dollar world of Grand Prix auto racing that any of its talented, ambitious drivers could launch his own race team . . . and design and compete in his very own car.

(1966-’74) that produced some of the wildest and most exhilarating competition ever seen. Highly experimental in nature, the series allowed purpose-built sports cars to run with up to 8.0 litres of displacement (about 480 cubic inches), not to mention nearly unlimited power.

...the company he founded continues to be one of the more successful organizations in Formula One.

However, Bruce McLaren not only accomplished this feat more than four decades ago, but the company he founded continues to be one of the more successful organizations in Formula One; This despite the fact that its founder died in 1970 at the tender age of 32.

In his all-too-brief life, McLaren managed an impressive list of successes. His European driving career began while he was barely into his 20s and his first win came at age 22 at the 1959 United States Grand Prix. Seven years later, the talented New Zealander had formed his own team and had driven in a chassis built by his company, Bruce McLaren Motor Racing Ltd. The 1968 Belgian Grand Prix would mark the site of McLaren’s one and only victory piloting his own car.

Between running his race teams, designing both Grand Prix and Indianapolis customer cars and competing in both the CanadianAmerican Challenge Cup series (Can-Am) and Formula One, McLaren also found time to help develop the Ford Motor Company’s assault on one of the world’s most prestigious motor racing events: the annual 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race held in France. In fact it was McLaren who, along with driving legend Dan Gurney, piloted a GT40 to victory in 1966, which was Ford’s first at this fabled circuit.

In North America, Bruce McLaren’s name

Beginning in 1967, fans had grown accustomed to watching McLaren and his running mate, fellow New Zealander Denny Hulme, beat nearly all comers in the series.

Can-Am quickly became affectionately known as “The Bruce and Denny Show,” with one driver or the other usually taking the checkered flag, including all 11 contests in 1969, the team’s most successful outing. Although the results had become predictable, the sights, sounds and vibrations put out by these Can-Am beasts would literally take your breath away. The series attracted some of the world’s most talented drivers who in turn brought out the fans by the thousands.

The simple experience of being a spectator was nothing short of incredible. As a young man, I was fortunate enough to have attended a 1970 race held at

The two bright orange Chevroletpowered McLaren M8Ds (nicknamed the “Batmobiles” for their wedge-shaped appearance) competing on that warm day in June led from wire to wire. Sadly, though, the man I had come to watch was not there to take the checkered flag.

Bruce McLaren had died in England two weeks earlier while testing the M8D. Although it was a pleasure to watch Dan Gurney win that day (he and Englishman Peter G e t h i n

drove for the team that year), the victory was a bittersweet moment.

While the decision was made to withdraw Team McLaren after the 1972 campaign to concentrate on Formula One, several other private entries kept the brand alive and consistently winning for another two years until rule changes forced all McLarens from active competition.

Naturally, the success of the McLarens on the track led to several orders from other teams desperate for some of the McLaren magic, thereby substantially adding to the company’s coffers.

Since his death, and under the leadership of men such as Teddy Mayer, Ron Dennis and supported by a host of talented engineers, designers, mechanics and drivers, McLaren race cars have remained competitive on the world’s Grand Prix circuits, capturing numerous constructors titles along the way.

The results are a fitting tribute to this quiet man who saw no limits to the goals he set for himself, achieving much in life and honored many times over in succeeding decades.

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The sporty two-seat convertible is a sexy drive that makes you want to raise the volume of your music way higher than normal, feel the breeze lift your hair and prepare for envious looks from the drivers around you. No-one buys this car for practicality – you can’t get a set of golf clubs in the trunk, for example, and wouldn’t want to take the MX-5 on your next grocery trip to Costco.

Rather, this is a fun car that begs for a carefree day drive on a sunny, blue-sky day, delivering a goodto-be-alive feeling to those in the two bucket seats. Slipping into first gear on the manual transmission, we took a day drive to the Lower Mainland’s best kept secret: Port Moody.

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LEFT: BUNTZEN LAKE. PHOTO: LAUREN KRAMER

The curvaceous Ioco road is home to some of Port Moody’s most luxurious homes, many of them nestled the sloping hillside and prefaced by rolling lawns, manicured flowerbeds and for those perched overlooking the ocean, private docks. Between the acreages are forested sections lush with wildflowers and towering trees. With the MX-5’s top down we saw eagles glide gently in the blue skies above us, the sun warm on our shoulders.

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their envious ocean views, while at the Belcarra Picnic area, Burrard Inlet glimmered before us, a rocky beach begging to be explored at low tide.

If you’re keen to kayak, canoe or challenge yourself to a long hike, continue north up Sunnyside road until you reach the glacial waters of Buntzen Lake, a larger body of water surrounded by lush forest and plentiful hiking trails.

The Buntzen Lake Trail, an 8km route that circles the lake, is a glorious walk through the shady forest and one of the shorter hiking paths in the area. The massive lake offers an off-leash canine beach, a large grassy picnic area shaded by towering hemlocks, a swimming beach and a dock from which kids learn to catch their first fish each summer. For $45 you can rent a kayak for a full day from Anmore Grocery ($60 for a canoe; 604. 469-9928), and if you’ve not stocked up on provisions, call ahead to order croissants, muffins and sandwiches.

Back in the MX-5 we were content just to soak in the magnificent views Port Moody offers at every turn, enjoying the athletic steering and smooth, powerful drive this affordable little sports car delivers.

Careening along Bedwell Bay road we admired the many luxurious mansions and

Sure, we got lost on those winding roads, but that was all part of this glorious day drive. At one point we slowed for two deer that cautiously picked their way across the road right in front of us, posing cooperatively for photos before they disappeared into the verdant forest. The road clear, we manoeuvred smoothly through to sixth gear, cruising effortlessly along the open road back into Port Moody.

At SuterBrook Village we replenished on smoothies and healthy snacks. Then we reluctantly traded the wonderfully rural ambience in Port Moody for the road construction, stoplights and heavy traffic of Burnaby and Vancouver, knowing one thing for certain: we’d be back for sure this summer.

BELOW: BELCARRA PICNIC AREA PHOTO: LAUREN KRAMER

ABOVE: BUNTZEN LAKE. PHOTO: LAUREN KRAMER

If You Go: For maps and information on Belcarra Regional Park, which encompasses Belcarra, Anmore and Port Moody call (604) 520-6442 or visit metrovancouver.org

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Having no prior experience with hybrids (those that employ a gas engine and an electric vehicle [EV] component combined to drive the motor), I was really a blank slate with regard to expectations. I went in looking simply for fuel efficiency and what I found was a surprisingly wellequipped little compact with much more functionality than I could have hoped for.

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Outfitted with the base SE model, I set about my daily routine to see if this would truly fit the bill for a suburban-living and commuting family of four, including two car seats.

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Carting two kids to IKEA over the weekend I found to my surprise that the ample headroom also made for easy access to the infant bucket seat when transporting it in and out of the vehicle, and as an added bonus I found priority parking for hybrid models upon our arrival. Just one little perk of being a little bit

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THE 1959 DB1R, LEFT, INSPIRED THE CC100 ASTON MARTIN CONCEPT THAT THE COMPANY BUILT IN LESS THAN SIX MONTHS. YES, THE CC100 RUNS AND DRIVES.

The famed British marque recently gave itself quite a 100 th birthday gift in the form of the CC100 Speedster concept. The two-seater honors the automaker’s victory at the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race in France. Back then, the DBR1 racecar was driven by famed racer/sports car constructor Carroll Shelby, assisted by Roy Salvadori. The CC100 runs with a 6.0-litre V12 good for 100 km-h times of about four seconds, going on to a top speed of 290. Most interestingly, the car was completed in less that six months with the carbon-fibre body molded by Canadian company Multimatic, Inc., which has done other work for Aston. The Sleuth hears that the window-less sports car has actually been sold to some wealthy dude at a price in excess of US $750,000. But there’s also scuttlebutt going around that a small number of CC100 anniversary editions might make it to production. If that happens, well-heeled buyers waving wads of cash will snag them before they’re even built.

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SINCE THE S AND RS AUDI MODELS ARE THE MOST PROFITABLE, IT MAKES SENSE TO BUILD VARIATIONS ON THE THEME. THIS IS THE NEW V8POWERED RS5, FOR EXAMPLE, BASED ON THE A5.

allowed the automaker to strengthen the Civic’s body structure in anticipation of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) new small-overlap-frontal-crash test that it initiated in 2012. That’s where only the front corner of the vehicle, and not the entire front end, strikes another object at 40 mph (65 km-h). The Civic sedan and coupe scored well on that test and the IIHS named it as the only compact model (out of five vehicles) to earn its Top Safety Pick+ designation. These days, impressive safety ratings equal increased sales.

diesel and gas-electric hybrid models plus a four-cylinder turbo-diesel that’s reported to generate amazing fuel economy. Not so well known is Mercedes-Benz’s plan to introduce both coupe and convertible S-class models for the 2016 model year as well as (according to rumours) an electric plug-in model to be introduced before the end of the decade.

Audi steps up the performance pace: Buoyed by the success of its hot Sand RS-designated models, German automaker Audi plans to increase its efforts to make available more such models, including the next-generation A3 compact sedan and hatchback. The goal is to significantly increase S and RS sales by the end of the 2013 model year and further ramp up volumes in the long term.

Audi is currently generating more than half of parent Volkswagen’s profits, so the focus on increasing the brand’s popularity is understandable. However The Sleuth doesn’t believe for a minute that BMW or Mercedes-Benz will let Audi’s impressive growth spurt go unchallenged.

Civic safety is tops: The Sleuth was in shock when Honda gave its compact Civic the makeover treatment for 2013 after just one year in production.

But beyond giving the car modest interior and exterior updates, that decision

IN REWORKING THE CIVIC, HONDA MADE STRUCTURAL CHANGES THAT HELPED THE SMALL CAR EARN HIGH MARKS IN “SMALL-OVERLAPFRONTAL-CRASH” TESTING.

The “S” stands for class: The Sleuth has unearthed some deets about the next-generation 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-class that’s due to launch later this year. The luxury-laden sedan will be a virtual multi-model variety show, available in regular and extendedwheelbase sizes, not unlike the ultraluxury Maybach model that the automaker recently cancelled. Of course all-wheeldrive will be available for both versions.

The base powerplant will be a twinturbocharged 455-horsepower 4.7-litre V8, but non-turbo and turbo V12 engines will follow. Also planned are V6 turbo-

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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has achieved phenomenal success since it was launched for the 2007 model year alongside its two-door “JK” (Wrangler) counterpart. During the period from 2008-’11 when much of the domesticbased auto production had essentially collapsed, total Wrangler sales blossomed, aided by the Unlimited’s popularity. Over the past eight years, total JK sales have topped the one million mark.

GIVEN THE CURRENT DESIGN OVERHALL GOING ON AT KIA, IT CERTAINLY SEEMS ODD THAT THE SEDONA MINIVAN TOOK A YEAR OFF AND IS NOW BACK, VIRTUALLY UNCHANGED.

Kia’s minivan is back from the grave: The Sleuth thought he had seen the last of the Kia Sedona when it failed to show up for the 2013 model year. But lo and behold, the offshoot of the Hyundai empire has for some reason chosen to return the Sedona to market. Usually when vehicles go on a one-year hiatus, they return sporting a completely new design and mechanical components. Strangely, in this case, the 2014 version looks nearly identical to the 2012 minivan, although with a revised nose. Also back is the very same 3.5-litre V6 and six-speed automatic transmission. The sneaky one can’t figure out if Kia’s Sedona loyalists demanded it be resuscitated, or the company simply had a change of heart.

AFTER SELLING ONE MILLION “JK” (WRANGLER) JEEPS IN EIGHT YEARS, THERE SHOULD BE NO QUESTIONING THE BRAND’S CACHET.

In Bernie Ecclestone’s defense . . .: According

to a published report, the man who runs Formula One racing has been charged with bribing a bank official in Germany. The official in question was recently sentenced to eight-and-ahalf years in prison for accepting $44 million from Ecclestone. Instead of a bribe, Ecclestone claims the money was paid because the official was blackmailing him over a tax issue.

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