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Metroland Media VICTORIA, BC: It was (I think) the fall of 2000 and I was driving a little tin box from Japan with righthand drive and four-speed manual transmission gingerly around Toronto.

It was called a Honda CR-V and the reason I was testing it was Honda heard Toyota was going to bring its own little tin box called the RAV4 to Canada.

Just so Toyota couldn’t get all the headlines, Honda imported 12 right-hand drive CR-Vs for inhouse testing and evaluation and to hand out to the press as some kind of preemptive strike.

I recall being more amused than anything else. But little did I know I was driving on the leading edge of the compact crossover that is now sweeping all before it in North America.

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On the outside, the daring styling seen on the new Civic has found its way to the CR-V.

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The compact sedan has been perennially the king of sellers in this country. But this summer compact CUVs surpassed sedans and it looks like the momentum is unstoppable.

The 2017 Honda CR-V compact crossover has been completely re-thought and re-engineered with high levels of fit and finish and standard content.

The Honda Civic remains Canada’s top selling car and has been so for the past 18 years. And based on sales to date it should remain there for a 19th straight year.

The same cannot be said for the CR-V, which is considered a truck not a car.

CR-V is currently third in segment for Canadian total sales and second in terms of total retail sales.

So when it came time to plan for the fourth generation, 2017 CR-V, Honda officials looked at the situation and came to the conclusion it was just too staid and frankly admitted that during the press briefing in Victoria.

They identified four problem

areas – conservative styling, basic performance, plain cabin experience and moderate value.

The first thing to address was power, but with economy.

Like the Civic, the CR-V is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo inline four-cylinder producing 190 hp and 179 lb/ft of torque on regular fuel with a CVT transmission.

All of the four trim levels come with all-wheel-drive, the exception being the base model, which also offers front-wheel-drive.

By reducing the number of blades inside the turbo from 11 to nine, Honda has been able to improve fuel consumption, which is 8.4/7.0L/100 km city/highway for the FWD and 8.7/7.2L/100 km

for the AWD. “Real Time AWD” is what Honda calls its system and it relies on a centre transfer case that can route up to 40 per cent of torque to the rear wheels. You can actually see it in action on the driver info screen where blue arrows point to where the grip is going.

On the outside, the daring styling seen on the new Civic has found its way to the CR-V with aggressive fenders sticking out from the body, big wheels to fill the intentionally large wheel wells and liberal use of LED running and taillights with full LED headlights available.

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LEFT: All CR-V models are powered by a 1.5-litre turbo inline four-cylinder with 190 hp and 179 lb/ft of torque and CVT transmission with front- or all-wheel-drive. RIGHT: In redesigning the CR-V for 2017, large wheel wells and matching large tries are used to give it a more solid look. This is the special 18-inch alloy on the Touring model.

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Q5 adds luxury and innovation SAN JOSE DEL CABOS, Mexico – It’s hard to believe that the Q5 has been with us since 2009 and, apart from a face-lift in 2013, there hasn’t been that much of a design change since its introduction.

Not that it really needed it; the Q5 has proved itself in the Audi stable with strong sales throughout its lifespan.

That being said, Audi has introduced a brand new model for 2018.

Totally redesigned from the ground up, the second generation has been tasked with replacing Audi’s best selling original, but with new sporty exterior styling, upgraded interior sophistication and a very clever new AWD system the Q5 has certainly surpassed the already high standard set by its predecessor.

The 2018 Q5 is built on a stiffer modified MLB platform with very minor changes to the over-all size of the vehicle; the wheelbase has been increased by 12 millimetres and overall body length by 34 mm.

The width and height remain the same. The interior passenger space stays relatively unchanged and the cargo area gains 10 litres bringing it up to 550 litres.

The Canadian model will come with a reworked turbocharged, 2.0litre inline four-cylinder engine, but it has been tweaked to push out 252 hp and 273 lb/ft of torque.

It will now be linked to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Unfortunately, this will be the only engine choice for the Canadian market, but there are rumours that there will be a 345 hp, V6 engine available in the SQ5 later in 2017. Disappointingly, there will be no diesel engine choices available in Canada.

What makes the Q5 stand out from the crowd is the clever allnew Ultra Quattro AWD system.

The vehicle, when driving in normal conditions, pushes 100 per cent of the power to the front wheels by means of two clutches.

An electronically controlled clutch mounted behind the transmission disengages the prop shaft and a second clutch opens up in the rear differential, allowing the Turn to page W4

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Honda packs CR-V with loads of standard content

SPECS AT A GLANCE BODY STYLE: Compact five-door crossover

FUEL ECONOMY: (Regular) 8.4/7.0L/100 km city/highway; 8.7/7.2L/100 km

FWD, AWD,

CARGO: 2,146 litres behind rear 60/40 seat, 1,100 litres, seat folded PRICE: (Starting prices) LX FWD, $26,690, AWD, $29,490; EX AWD, $32,990; EX-L AWD, $35,290; Touring AWD, $38,090

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BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have signed a memorandum of understanding to create the highest-powered charging network in Europe.

The goal is the quick buildup of a sizable number of stations to enable long-range travel for battery electric vehicle drivers. This is an important step toward facilitating mass-market battery electric vehicle adoption.

The projected ultra-fast charging network with power levels up to 350 kilowatt will be significantly faster than the most powerful charging system deployed today.

The buildup is planned to start in BMW, Daimler, Ford, Volkswagen, Audi and 2017. An initial target of about 400 Porsche are jointly planning to build a network sites in Europe is planned.

By 2020, consumers should have of fast electric charging stations along long disaccess to thousands of high-powered tance routes in Europe. charging points.

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Combined Charging System-equipped The network will be based on Combined vehicles to facilitate battery electric vehicle Charging System standard technology.

The planned infrastructure expands the adoption in Europe.

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twisty turns north of Sooke and it did, except for steep climbs where the engine felt strained.

But it was in downtown Victoria where the CR-V shone. The traffic was astonishing, and finding a parking spot was ever more so — taking us almost 20 minutes to find one.

Now AWD vehicles are not the easiest to park in tight spots, as the turning circle tends to be wider, but the CR-V slid right in.

The 2017 model is a giant step up from CR-Vs that have gone before and should help Honda vault into the number one slot among crossovers as it has done in the sedan, sub-compact crossover, mid-size car and full-size premium minivan segments.

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up to 130 metres ahead – is an enhanced Pedestrian Detection system that, for the first time, can help prevent collisions at night; and the first Ford Active Park Assist system that can deliver brake interventions to prevent low-speed bumps when parking hands-free.

Fiesta is also the first Ford vehicle to feature a premium B&O PLAY Sound System, and for the first time offers an opening panoramic glass roof.

The Fiesta’s sophisticated SYNC 3 communications and entertainment system is supported by floating HD touchscreens up to eight inches in size, and a spacious and ergonomic interior features an almost 50 per cent reduction in centre console buttons for a more intuitive environment.

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Ford has unveiled the next generation Ford Fiesta – the world’s most technologically advanced small car – at a special Go Further event in Cologne, Germany.

The next generation Fiesta is unveiled with the most sophisticated range of driver assistance technologies and connectivity features ever in a volume small car in Europe, as part of the most comprehensive and versatile line-up of variants in 40 years of Fiesta history.

Three- and five-door Fiesta variants will deliver superior quality and refinement; feature a stylish new exterior and revolutionary interior design with more personalization options than ever before.

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Continued from W1 in the interior where all the brittle and hard plastic trim is gone. On the topline Touring model tested here, there was supple leather seating and wood trim.

And it is big, and I mean big, on the inside when it comes to cargo. With 2,146 litres with the second row seat folded, you can stow a bicycle standing upright.

Behind the rear seat is a two-level storage area divided by a shelf. In the top slot it makes for a flat cargo floor with a load capacity of 100 kg. Lower the shelf and you can pack four large suitcases behind the upright rear seat and still be able to hide them under the cargo tonneau cover.

To address the perceived value issue, Honda ladled in the standard content such as remote start, walkaway door locks and front wiper de-icer.

Another example is every AWD model comes with Honda Safety Sense included and it features: Collision Mitigation Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation and Lane Keeping Assist.

Before we headed out on the test drive route, Honda apologized for fitting snow tires — mandated by law in BC in parts of the higher elevations — because they increased interior noise.

My co-driver and I did the whole loop with the radio off just to check for noise intrusion and it was not a problem.

We expected the CR-V to shrug off the

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Continued from W1 rear wheels to free wheel – in effect turning the vehicle into 100 per cent front wheel drive.

What makes the system so different is its ability to predictively evaluate a combination of data input from steering angle, acceleration, engine torque, drivers style of driving, electronic stabilization Control (ESC) and uses the gathered information to determine when to engage the AWD system before it is needed.

When the system does engage, the transfer of power is instantaneous, seamless and unnoticeable to the driver.

The interior is as classy and luxurious as you would expect of Audi, the chosen materials are as pleasant to the eye as they are to the touch.

The cockpit is as comfortable as it is functional, with the seats giving support where needed.

The Q5 comes with Audi’s optional Virtual Cockpit, by showing an array of functions on a large screen on the dash directly behind the wheel giving the driver the ability to ingest more vehicle information withThe 2018 Audi Q5 has been completely redesigned from the ground up. out taking their eyes off the road ahead.

The screen can be customized to show the regular instrumentation or to display the navigation system with the speedometer and tachometer being downsized and moved to the corners of the display screen.

The Virtual cockpit eliminates further distraction by being controlled by buttons mounted on the steering wheel.

The improved infotainment system is displayed in a centrally located 8.3-inch, freestanding display. The screen looks like it should be a touchscreen, but isn’t and is controlled by a touch pad that is easily accessed on the centre console.

The new Q5 will offer the usual elec- tronic driver aids such as side and cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control and may come equipped with traffic jam assist, SPECS AT A GLANCE a new feature that will take care of steering in slow moving traffic.

I have to state that the vehicle I drove BODY STYLE: Five-seat, four- door compact luxury SUV wasn’t a Canadian spec Q5, however, it did come with the standard 2.0 litre engine and DRIVE METHOD: Seven-speed dual-clutch seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission, but auto transmission, Quattro all-wheel-drive was equipped with the adaptive air suspenLEFT: The virtual cockpit screen can be customized to show the regular instrusion with continuous damper control that ENGINE: 2.0-litre, I-4 turbocharged (252 hp, mentation or to display the navigation system. RIGHT: The interior is as classy and is also rumoured to be coming as part of the 273 lb/ft) luxurious as you would expect of Audi, the chosen materials are as pleasant to the SQ5 package.

That aside, the Q5’s agility and handling eye as they are to the touch.

FUEL ECONOMY: Estimated combined fuel are still class leading both on and off road. consumption 7.1 - 6.8 L/100 km.

The addition of the Ultra Quattro System The 2018 model has a really hard act to Throttle response is crisp and effective takes it to a new level ahead of the comCARGO: : 550 litres (seats up) petition. It handled the twisting mountain with steering precise and reassuring, espe- follow, but with the new styling, interior PRICE: $45,000 (Estimated) roads with ease with very little body roll cially with some pretty dubious cornering enhancements and electronic additions I especially when pushing it into some of the techniques of the locals heading in the am sure that Audi have hit the mark yet again with this latest model.

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**$8,000/$10,000/$3,500/$4,500/$7,500 Cash Purchase Credit only applies to cash purchases of new 2016 INFINITI Q50/Q70/QX50/QX60/QX80 models only, and cannot be combined with any lease and finance rates offered through IFS as part of a low rate interest program. Incentive offers take place at the time of delivery and are deducted from the negotiated purchase price before taxes. †$10,500/$10,000/$3,000/$7,000 Special Lease Credit is available on the lease through IFS at standard rates of new 2016 INFINITI Q50 2.0T/Q70/QX60/QX80 models only and will be deducted from the negotiated lease price before taxes. The $10,500 Special Lease Credit on the 2016 INFINITI Q50 2.0t includes a $1,500 retailer contribution. The Special Lease Credit will be applied as a reduction of the negotiated selling price of the vehicle before taxes and can only be combined with IFS standard rate lease offers. Offer available on approved credit through IFS until midnight on January 3rd, 2017. *$1,000 Holiday Bonus on all new 2016 and 2017 INFINITI models will be deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. Holiday Bonus on all new 2016 and 2017 INFINITI models includes $250 retailer contribution. Retailer may sell for less. Valid on in-stock units only. While supplies last. Retailer trade may be necessary.

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