Some of the cars presented to the public provide a glimpse into the companies’ upcoming product offers, while others are simply flights of fancy.
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Cars opened its doors in Frankfurt, Germany on 15 September 2015 and once again underscored its position as the worldwide leader among the major automotive exhibitions. Yes, that name will take some getting used to. Featuring striking looks and innovative technology underneath them, the Porsche Mission E also showed just how far perceptions of EVs have come.
Sign up here to receive the latest round-up of Wheels news, reviews and video highlights straight to your inbox each week. In a survey of 91 industry executives for a report released Wednesday, it found 90 percent “believe that their organization’s business model will change or broaden because of connectivity and autonomous driving”.
The new Astra Sports Tourer, meanwhile, improves on its predecessor by trimming 200kg in weight and increasing interior space. MINI will hope this new model can win over vehicle buyers who like the styling of MINIs but need a auto that is, size-wise, anything but mini.
Today, the IT folks aren’t capable of creating cars with the looks of a Porsche 911.
With a surface area of more than 30,000 square metres the airfield poster is not only the largest poster in the world now , but also sets new standards for out-of-home campaigns: The initiative was realised in close cooperation with a large number of regional and transregional agencies and departments, as well as local communities and citizens.
The biggest interest generator for India at the show would be the Suzuki Baleno, which will make its Global premiere at the show. Bentley Bentayga has been touted as the fastest SUV ever, and very well could be the most expensive as well.
As electric cars become more popular, OEMs are looking at new ways to extend their range.
Kia Cee’d – Facelifted and with added economy the new Kia goes on sale in October.
Audi’s wowed us with an all-electric SUV concept way back in August, but Frankfurt was the first time the company had revealed it in the flesh.
Luxury brands that have said they won’t be there – or will simply show off their current line – include General Motors ‘ (NYSE:GM) Cadillac and Ford Motors’ (NYSE:F) Lincoln.
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The Infiniti Q30 is unquestionably a very important model for this Nissan-owned luxury brand. But at the same time, the industry wants to grow, and the information technology (IT) sector can be the new petrol for that growth.
