Chancellor Angela Merkel opens the International Motor Show (IAA)

Chancellor Angela Merkel speaks at the opening ceremony of the International Motor Show (IAA).

Frankfurt am Main, 12.09.2013: Chancellor Angela Merkel opens the 65th International Motor Show (IAA).

Chancellor Angela Merkel stands beside an electric Volkswagen Golf.

Electric mobility and connected cars are the focuses of the innovations on show this year.

Chancellor Angela Merkel examines a Porsche hybrid model.

As well as electric vehicles, manufacturers are presenting hybrid cars.

Chancellor Angela Merkel at Audi's stand

Germany’s automotive industry is the country’s most research-intensive branch, said Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Chancellor Angela Merkel at the stand of the automotive supplier Schaeffler.

The International Motor Show (IAA) is the only motor show anywhere in the world that showcases not only manufacturers but also the entire supply chain.

Chancellor Angela Merkel stands behind a electric racing car.

A total of 1098 exhibitors from 35 countries are showing their latest products. Manufacturers and suppliers are presenting 159 products for the first time anywhere in the world.

Chancellor Angela Merkel gets behind the wheel.

""This year’s International Motor Show gives us a hint of things to come, and shows us how driving is set to change," said the Chancellor.

Chancellor Angela Merkel looks into the boot of a car.

"In future it will be easier to find the closest car park and manage traffic flows more efficiently, and road safety will be further improved," Angela Merkel continued.