The Frankfurt Motor Show has always been a place where the German car makers showcase their best machines and their rivals pose a challenge for them. This year was no different with beautiful cars like the Bentley and the Rolls Royce setting the tone. The other super cars adding the charm to the show included the Lamborghini Reventon spider, Ferrari 458, a Porsche, the Mercedes SLS and the Aston Martin Rapide.

The carmakers at the Frankfurt Motor Show have tried their best to cut the use of fossil fuel in their cars and produce cars which are more eco-friendly and out of all the exhibitors at the show, Mercedes came out on top in this respect. The focus of the automakers has also shifted to the use of batteries in their cars. Renault and Peugeot have already a line ready to launch by 2011. The Show also saw Tesla throwing its electric sports car in front of the audience as did Mercedes AMG with its SLS version and Audi with the electric R78 derivative.

Michael Macht also expressed his views and was convinced that Porsche will also have an electric sports car of its own pretty soon. For people who embark on occasional long trips, Choca provided the answer. The car has hybrid plugins which can be recharged and you can cover as many as 30-50 miles before petrol or diesel engine takes control. The Frankfurt Motor Show mainly had cars with a low-carbon technology on view which seems a major threat for small budget independent companies.

The 2010 Audi A5 Sportsback is all set to get its maiden live appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009, which is expected to be a gala event for the auto show lovers. This car would be third in the A5 line up and has four doors, a lengthy rear hatch and more liberal interior to go with the decent sizes boot. The A5 Sportsback is a low slung car with huge carrying ability. The addition of the extra doors has enhanced the look of the car which looks very striking with its frameless doors and high beltline.

The 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is another car that will make its presence felt in the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. The car is powered by a redesigned version of the Arnage’s 6.5 liter V8 engine. It has been designed and engineered at Crewe factory in UK which is owned by Bentley and is also expected to be built here. The car promises improved performance and high fuel efficiency and emissions level. The 2011 Mulsanne will be available for sale in the European market in the mid of next year which would be followed by a worldwide launch of the car.

Leading up to the Frankfurt show, Ferrari has also released images of the al new F458 which it is going to showcase in the upcoming show. It is a completely new car with stunning exterior and interior design. The 458 Italia has a V8 engine with extra power and a new gearbox. It is also expected to notch up a top speed of 325 km/hr. The chassis of the car is built from light weight aluminum and has performance enhancing electronic aids.

Among the many automakers that would showcase their exciting machines in the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show from around the world, Mazda has decided to celebrate the 20th Birthday of MX-5 with the unveiling of the MX-5 superlight. The car has been designed in Oberusel ,Germany at Mazda’s European studios. The car which is rumoured to be a concept does not have door handles, front windscreen and the folding roof which were present in the MX-5. The rear deck of the car has been revised and the bodywork ahs been given a complete new look. There have also been modifications made in terms of its weight and handling ability.

Peugeot is also eyeing the upcoming show to launch their Hybrid4 powertrain. The car which operates on diesel and electricity will be first of its kind. It has been produced keeping in mind the common acceptance of diesel as fuel in Europe. The front wheels of the car would be powered by the diesel engine and the electric motor would power the rear wheels. The CO2 emission of the car is expected to be as low as 99g/km. it is expected to hit the European market in 2011.

The 2011 SLS AMG by Mercedes Benz is apparently going to be the highlight of the Frankfurt Motor Show. The car has a 6.2l V8 engine and is expected to notch up a speed of 0-100km/h in just 3.8 seconds. The car would be built with a fabric top and is expected to be produced in limited number.

The 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show which is expected to run from the 17th to the 27th of September will have many automakers exhibiting their new models.

Among the cars which are expected to be unveiled at the show, the Lexus Premium Compact needs a special mention. The car has a high belt line and low-slung roof. The style also seems sharp and aggressive. There is a speculation that the car would feature a hybrid powertrain and this is illustrated by the low air access in the front bumper and its highly streamlined styling.

Another much awaited car to be showcased at the show is the 2010 Volkswagen Golf R which will be successor to the R32. The car will have the Haldex all-wheel drive system and is expected to have a power of around 208kW. It has a lighter engine and the AWD system is sure to provide better grip than the R32. The car is all set to make its debut in the next months show and is expected to be available in the European market for sale later this year.

The Aston Martin’s 2010 Rapide which is a four door coup will also make its first appearance in the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The car is expected to have a 6.0liter V12 engine and power of 350 kW. The Rapide is the first four door coup produced by Aston Martin after Lagonda made an exit in 1989 and orders are coming thick and fast for this car.