The Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 opened with all major automotive manufactures focusing on electric vehicles hybrid cars and innovation centered on energy savings.


The 64th International Automotive Association meet has more than 900 exhibitors from over 30 countries. It was clear that there is a clear wave towards electrical vehicles and hybrid cars, as manufacturers believe that these could take centre stage soon. The show has some of the finest next generation cars from major manufacturers, with most of them having special thrust on electric vehicles. These are attracting visitors. While the show has thousands of vehicles on display, there are nearly 100 electric vehicles, both concept and close to production line. With all manufacturers looking at bringing down emissions, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Toyota, Citroen, Renault, Seat, Audi, have all on display a wide range of attractive electric cars and other hybrid options. Technologies that address renewable energy,re-generative energy, the later with stop start technology, all are getting popular.


BMW has new concept which is expected to be ready within couple of years, Audi with small electric car, Mercedes Benz with a wide range of models, Toyota, Hyundai, Peugeot with a hybrid plug in and others with several fuel options are thought provoking for visitors.

The interest around new generation cars, particularly electric and hybrids, is growing as many automotive manufacturers see this becoming reality within couple of years, agree all presenters at the show.

Posted By: Surabhi Yadav