Frankfurt Show - special preview
With just a few weeks to go until Europe's largest motoring expo throws open its doors, we've gathered all the information that matters as well as our pick of the new metal that will be on display
As the largest motor show in the world, the Frankfurt IAA is a mecca for any car fan. Held every second year, it premiers the latest and greatest from the worldwide auto industry and 2009 looks set to be the most impressive event yet. With more than 60 car manufacturers filling 170,000 square metres there will be something to suit all automotive tastes.
Open to the general public from the 19-27 September 2009 (9.00 am – 7.00pm), tickets are available online from www.iaa.de or at the door. The show is well served by transport links from both Frankfurt Airport and the main Frankfurt railway station. Further travel information is available from the IAA website, including sat-nav programming instructions if you prefer to drive.
Whether you can make it in person or not, click on the boxes on the right and check out our pick of the most important reveals at this year's show.
Click here to see a gallery from the 2007 show.