It’s billed as the most prestigious car show in the world, the event car makers choose for their world debuts, premium product launches, and high-profile concepts.

Korean carmaker Kia was in hot water this week after it unveiled the “Provo” - but it’s not the first time a car company has come up with a rather unfortunate name.

BMW has posted record car sales for 2011 and forecast that a boom in luxury cars would keep it ahead of rivals this year as the world’s biggest maker of premium cars sees strong demand from China and the US.