Photos: 2017 Honda CR-V: A Monster Turbocharged power, Acura aesthetics

The 2017 Honda CR-V borrows its looks from all over the Honda lineup. The headlights that flow right into the grille are very close to the Civic's, and also resemble Acura's most recent headlight styling. The rear end is luxe, as well, with thin, angled taillights that appear more Volvo than Honda. The general shape is the same, but it's prettier than it's ever been before.

The interior looks much sharper, as well. Gone is the silly dual-screen setup, and in its place is a single, larger touchscreen and a pair of air vents above it. The interior also ditches the big ol' speedometer in the center of the gauge cluster in favor of a more digital affair, again mirroring the Civic. The shifter remains mounted nice and high. In the back, rear legroom is up about 2 inches.

In terms of features, the most important addition is something the Civic sorely lacks -- a physical volume knob. That knob connects to a 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other new cabin tech includes rear USB ports, remote engine start, dual-zone climate control and an electronic parking brake.

Two different engines will be responsible for bringing the 2017 CR-V up to speed. The base LX trim will make do with a 2.4-liter, naturally aspirated I4 engine putting out 184 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque. EX, EX-L and Touring trims receive a modified version of the Civic's 1.5-liter turbocharged I4, which is good for 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque. Both engines mate to a CVT -- there is no manual available. All-wheel drive is available across the lineup. See more photos below...

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Photos: Tragic, BMW’s chief executive faints on stage during his presentation of new electric hybrid car

Harald Krueger, 49, fainted just five minutes into his press conference this morning at the Frankfurt auto show. The high-powered executive staggered backwards slightly before falling over. He looked stunned as he lay on the ground holding his head with his hands. The show's commentator said to the crowd: 'I'm a bit lost for words. 

BMW will try to redo the press conference at a later stage.' Krueger was helped from the stage by two assistants and seen by a doctor, following his 'moment of dizziness'. It is understood that Mr Krueger was feeling unwell before taking to the stage. See more photos below....

-MailOnline

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Photos: Tragic, BMW’s chief executive faints on stage during his presentation of new electric hybrid car

Harald Krueger, 49, fainted just five minutes into his press conference this morning at the Frankfurt auto show. The high-powered executive staggered backwards slightly before falling over. He looked stunned as he lay on the ground holding his head with his hands. The show's commentator said to the crowd: 'I'm a bit lost for words. 

BMW will try to redo the press conference at a later stage.' Krueger was helped from the stage by two assistants and seen by a doctor, following his 'moment of dizziness'. It is understood that Mr Krueger was feeling unwell before taking to the stage. See more photos below....

-MailOnline

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Volkswagen recalls 420,000 cars over air bag problem

Volkswagen has recalled no fewer than 420,000 cars in the United States to fix a fault that could prevent air bags from deploying, the firm said on Friday. The world’s biggest car maker said the recall affected its Golf, Passat, Jetta and Tiguan models assembled between 2010 and 2014.

The recall comes as the German group struggles to overcome under-performance in the world’s second-largest auto market, where the sale of VW-branded cars has plunged. A spokesman, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said debris could, under certain circumstances, interfere with the clock spring that kept the vehicles’ air bags powered.

He, however, added that no such incident had been reported. The source added that the company was also examining whether such issues affected cars delivered to other markets.

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Volkswagen recalls 420,000 cars over air bag problem

Volkswagen has recalled no fewer than 420,000 cars in the United States to fix a fault that could prevent air bags from deploying, the firm said on Friday. The world’s biggest car maker said the recall affected its Golf, Passat, Jetta and Tiguan models assembled between 2010 and 2014.

The recall comes as the German group struggles to overcome under-performance in the world’s second-largest auto market, where the sale of VW-branded cars has plunged. A spokesman, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said debris could, under certain circumstances, interfere with the clock spring that kept the vehicles’ air bags powered.

He, however, added that no such incident had been reported. The source added that the company was also examining whether such issues affected cars delivered to other markets.

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