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IN THE HEADLINES
See what lies in store at the Frankfurt International Motor Show...
"See what's driving the future" is the slogan of this 62nd edition of the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), which promises 1,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries. Slide show of the new models and concept cars soon to be unveiled.
The Tiguan: Volkswagen's new SUV
Announced as the future rival of the Land Rover Freelander, Toyota Rav 4 and BMW X3, the new Tiguan SUV will make its public debut at the Frankfurt International Motor Show.
The Mini Clubman is coming!
The estate certainly seems to be riding high. This new "Shooting Brake" concept car is a big Mini that aims to combine sportiness with functionality.
Peugeot 308 RC Z Concept Car
The French manufacturer is presenting this magnificent sports coupé concept car, based on the architecture of its new 308 saloon, in Frankfurt.
TEST BENCH
New Mazda CX-7 - an SUV named desire
Mazda's new SUV is a refreshing blend of looks, sporty performance and road holding. The only slight criticism is that only a petrol version is available in the land where diesel is king.
TWO-WHEELER
Vespa S 125
Inspired by the "sporty" models of the 1970s, this new Vespa S 125 adopts all the modern attributes of the famous LX, already a very trendy urban scooter.
NEW TECHNOLOGY
The electronic brake is on the way
Just as in aeronautics, the automobile is casting off hydraulic circuits and converting to "by wire" electric controls. This technology will be used on braking systems in 2010.
Latest tests drive
Porsche 911 GT3
SEAT Altea Freetrack
Citroën C-Crosser
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RUGBY WORLD CUP
Match schedule
Don't miss any important matches - check out dates and venues of the matches, and plan your schedule!
Lowdown on the Teams
In total 20 teams are taking part in this big event. For everything you need to know about the teams in the four groups, and the stakes involved...
HERITAGE DAYS
Seats of power and embassies
The Palais-Bourbon, Élysée, Ministry of the Interior and Russian Embassy... The higher realms of power open their doors to the public for one weekend only.
New and renovated places, mansions and artistic professions
The Heritage Days are an opportunity to explore recently opened or renovated places and to step inside the headquarters of prestigious institutions...
Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine in Paris
Following the temporary exhibition galleries in March, the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine is opening the three galleries of the Musée des Monuments Français to the public, on 15th September.
The Cité internationale universitaire of Paris
A veritable city within a city, the Cité universitaire internationale is an open-air garden of architecture. Discover, exclusively, the completely restored and extended Maison du Portugal.
MICHELIN LIFESTYLE
Philm, your nomad multimedia photo album on a USB stick!
MICHELIN presents Philm, a USB stick which takes the best digital photos from your holiday in Paris and turns them into a multimedia show, complete with videos and music!
Lastest destinations
Asturias
Gorges du Verdon
Discovering Kefalonia
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