Frankfurt hosts the most impressive auto show in the world. Officially known as the IAA, the biennial Frankfurt Motor Show brings together the world's auto manufacturers in mid-September for a look at the current status and future direction of the automotive industry. Long a stronghold of German manufacturers, other companies from across the globe have slowly increased their presence at Frankfurt. Among the significant introductions include the BMW i3 and i8 concept cars, and more importantly, the new 1-Series lineup. VW revealed a plethora of subcompact Up! variants, ranging from a dune buggy to a battery-electric powered model. Citroen's Tubik is a stunning van concept that begs to be put into production. The hybrid Evos concept likely foreshadows a new midsize coupe from Ford. Jaguar's C-X16 hints at the styling of the next XK coupe. Audi revealed the sporty S6 and S7 sedans to rival the new M5 that BMW also unveiled at Frankfurt. Honda's new Civic and the Hyundai I30 are more relevant for the typical European car buyer, while the Ford Focus ST Wagon and the Opel Astra GTC are aimed at enthusiasts on a budget. In the affordable subcompact segment, the Toyota Yaris and Fiat Panda have been redesigned for 2012. If the new vehicle introductions at Frankfurt are any indication, it seems that the industry has returned to the business of designing and building cars for the average consumer, which is ultimately the only viable path to consistent profitability.