There are just a few weeks to go until the biennial Frankfurt Motor Show opens its doors to the press and the public, so to keep you up to date with all the latest developments we've cobbled together a handy cut-out-'n'-keep guide to the cars you can expect to see at Germany's biggest motor show.
We'll be updating this page as and when new Frankfurt debuts are announced, so make sure you check back here for all of the latest news and developments.
Audi
Audi will be displaying its new Sport Quattro concept at this year's Frankfurt show. The car, which will go into production in limited numbers next year, marks the return of the Quattro nameplate following a 22-year absence. Also on show will be a new A3 cabriolet, the new A8 and the production version of the A3 saloon.
Bentley
Bentley will be using the Frankfurt show to unveil its new Continental V8 S, a performance-focussed version of the standard V8 which gets an extra 21bhp, stiffer suspension and some subtle exterior styling tweaks. Prices have yet to be announced but the GT V8 S will go on sale in the UK in early 2014.
BMW
The big news on the BMW stand is the motor show debut of the firm's revolutionary new i3 electric car, which comes with a 168bhp electric motor and is good for a top speed of 93mph and a range of between 80 and 100 miles. Amongst the other cars on show will be the production version of the BMW i8 supercar, the new 4-Series and its performance derivative, the M4, and the Concept X5 eDrive, a new plug-in hybrid version of the X5.
Bugatti
Following on from the Jean-Pierre Wimille edition revealed in July, Bugatti will be unveiling the second model in its series of six 'Legend' editions, commemorating individuals who have helped to shape the history of Bugatti. At the time of writing there is no information available on the new car; however, knowing Bugatti, it's fairly certain to be a rather special piece of kit.
Caterham
Caterham's new Seven 160 will be unveiled in Frankfurt. With a 660cc three-cylinder Suzuki engine developing just 80bhp and 79lb-ft of torque, the 160 will be the least powerful model in the Seven range when it goes on sale next spring. However, with a price tag of less than £17,000 it will also be the cheapest.
Chevrolet
Chevy will be using the Frankfurt show to unveil its latest Camaro. The 6.2-litre V8 engine remains unchanged but the Camaro has been given a range of styling and aerodynamic tweaks. Prices will start from £35,320 for the coupe and £40,320 for the convertible when sales start later this year.
Citroen
Citroen will be unveiling the all-new C4 Grand Picasso which is set to go on sale in the UK next year. The French manufacturer claims that the new car is the most spacious in its class, and it will be offered with a range of diesel engines from launch. Also on show will be the French firm's Cactus concept, which is said to give a clue as to the company's future styling direction.
Ferrari
A harder, faster and lighter version of Ferrari's brilliant mid-engined supercar, the 458 Speciale, will be taking pride of place on the Ferrari stand. Power is up from 562bhp to 597bhp and weight is down by 90kg to 1,290kg. As a result, 62mph arrives in 3.0 seconds and 124mph arrives in just 9.1 seconds.
Ford
On the Ford stand at this year's Frankfurt show will be the new S-MAX concept, which is claimed to give us an idea of what the second-generation S-MAX will look like when it arrives in 2015. The S-MAX has been in production since 2006.
Also on the Ford stand will be the new Ford Mondeo Vignale, a new top-of-the-range luxury Mondeo which heralds the beginning of a new luxury sub-brand for the Blue Oval. Sales are due to begin in 2015.
Hyundai
Hyundai's i10, which has been updated for the first time since its launch back in 2007, will be heading the South Korean firm's line-up at the show. The new i10 is based on an all-new platform and is longer, lower and wider than the model it replaces.
Infiniti
A rival for the likes of the BMW 1 Series and the Mercedes A-Class, the upcoming Infiniti Q30 will be previewed by a new concept car in Frankfurt. Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel is claimed to have helped influence the design of the new car. The Q50 will be made in the UK and will go into production in 2015.
Jaguar
Jaguar will be wowing the crowds (not to mention upsetting some bearded purists) by unveiling its new C-X17 SUV concept. At the time of writing there's very little info on the new concept; however, we understand that the C-X17 is based on the same aluminium architecture which will underpin Jag's new 3-Series rival.
Kia
Kia will be unveiling a new its new Niro concept which, should it make it into production, will rival the likes of the Nissan Juke and the Peugeot 2008 in the B-segment market. Kia will be using the Frankfurt Motor Show to gauge public reaction to the car and decide whether or not to put it into production.
Lamborghini
Lamborghini will be showing off its latest Gallardo, the LP 570-4 Squadra Corse which, thanks to liberal use of carbon-fibre, is a full 70kg lighter than the standard LP 560-4. As a result it will hit 62mph in 3.4 seconds and nudge 200mph flat out.
Land Rover
The first ever hybrid models to come from Land Rover, the new Range Rover Hybrid and the Range Rover Sport Hybrid, will be making their debut in Frankfurt. Both models are fitted with a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine mated to a 47bhp electric motor and feature regenerative braking technology as standard. More details, including pricing information, will be revealed at the show. Also on show will be the new facelifted 2014 Discovery, which gets a range of styling tweaks, lower emissions and new technology.
Lexus
Lexus will be showcasing its new LF-NX concept which is designed to rival the likes of the Range Rover Evoque and the Audi Q3. The LF-NX previews the future direction of the company's 'L-finesse' design language and is fitted with the same 2.5-litre hybrid powertrain as the IS 300h.
Maserati
The result of a collaboration with Italian fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna, the Maserati Quattroporte Ermenegildo Zegna is inspired by the company's latest fashion lines. Posh new paint and a new colour scheme come as standard. Sales are expected to start next year.
Mazda
Mazda's new Mazda3 hatchback will be on show at Frankfurt next month ahead of its UK launch later this year.
Mercedes-Benz
The new Mercedes GLA, the fourth and final member of the firm's new small compact family, will be on show in Frankfurt. The GLA was revealed in concept form at the Shanghai Motor Show earlier this year and will rival the Audi Q3 and the BMW X1 when it goes on sale in December. Also on the Merc stand will be the new S63 AMG and the new S-Class Coupe concept -- the replacement for the current CL.
Peugeot
The replacement for the existing 308, called, somewhat incongruously, the Peugeot 308, will be on show next month. The new car is shorter and lighter than the current model, and Peugeot will be hoping that the 308 will steal sales away from the likes of the Focus and the Golf. Peugeot will also be showing off its new RCZ-R and a hot concept car based on the 308 which shares the RCZ R's engine, the 308 R Concept.
Porsche
At last! The final production version of Porsche's 918 Spyder (as opposed to the final pre-production model you see above) will make its debut in Frankfurt. The question is, with its 875bhp hybrid powertrain and 2.8 second 0-62mph time, how will it stack up to its key rivals, the McLaren P1 and the LaFerrari? Also on show will be the new facelifted Panamera diesel.
Renault
The latest model in Renault's 'Circle of Life' series of concept cars, the new Initiale Paris Concept, will be unveiled in Frankfurt. Very little is known about the car; however, it is believed to preview the next Espace. Renault will also be showcasing its new facelifted Megane, which gets a new engine and a new nose, bringing it in line with the firm's current corporate image.
SEAT
The estate version of the new SEAT Leon, the Leon ST, will be unveiled in Frankfurt. The Leon ST will cost slightly more than the standard Leon hatchback and marks the first time the Leon has been offered in estate form.
Skoda
Skoda's new Rapid Spaceback will make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show before its European launch in October. Prices have yet to be announced but a starting price of around £13,500 seems likely. Also on show will be the new, facelifted Skoda Yeti.
Smart
Smart will be using the Frankfurt Motor Show to unveil its new electric four-seater Fourjoy concept which previews the next generation ForFour. The new ForFour, which us due next year, marks the return of the ForFour nameplate following an eight-year absence.
Subaru
Subaru's WRX concept vehicle will be making its European debut in Frankfurt, having go on show at the New York Motor Show earlier this year. The question on everyone's lips, however, is will it be coming to the UK?
Suzuki
A new concept car, the iV-4, will be on the Suzuki stand in Frankfurt. Very little is known about the new car as yet, but we can tell you that it will be a rival for the Nissan Juke when it goes on sale in 2015.
Toyota
Toyota will reveal its new Yaris Hybrid-R concept in Frankfurt. The concept uses powertrain technology borrowed from Toyota's Le Mans car and is fitted with a 1.6-litre petrol engine mated to two electric motors which, in total, produce 420bhp.
Vauxhall
Vauxhall will be unveiling a new, chunkier off-road version of the Insignia Tourer, the Insignia Country Tourer, with all-wheel drive, higher ground clearance and black, utilitarian bumpers. Also on show will be a tweaked version of the company's hot Insignia VXR SuperSport and the new Monza concept which marks the revival of the Monza nameplate which was last used in the UK in 1986.
Volkswagen
VW will be unveiling a new electric version of the up!, the brilliantly-monikered e-up!, alongside an electric version of the new Golf, the e-Golf, a blistering 296bhp all-wheel drive Golf R, and a new concept called the Sportsvan which previews the next Golf Plus.
Volvo
The big news on the Volvo stand is that the Swedish manufacturer will be unveiling its new Concept Coupe which, according to Volvo head of design Thomas Ingenlath, marks a change in direction for Volvo's styling department. So, could all future Volvos look like this? We'll have to wait until Frankfurt to find out.
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