Fuel prices can’t put brakes on car designs

THE 61st Frankfurt international auto show has got under way with more than 80 models on display for the first time.

About 1,000 car and component manufacturers from 44 countries have displays.

Among the stars of this year’s event are the Volkswagen Eos convertible - a four-seater replacement for the current Golf cabriolet - the upmarket Audi Q7 SUV and the luxurious Mercedes-Benz S-class.