The all-new BMW M5 produces a mind-numbing 552bhp from its twin-turbocharged V8 engine. That’s enough to launch the 1870kg super-saloon to 62mph in just 4.5 sec. Read the full road test at http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/RoadTestsHistory/BMW-M5-4.4/260568/

The new BMW M5 F10M in a short bit of action. Taken at the launch of the 4.4 litre V8 bi-turbo in Spain. It’s not a review. That comes later.

As if the Lexus LFA wasn’t hardcore enough, the company has now produced a more focused LFA Nurburgring Edition. Power is up by 10bhp, but critically, it now weighs 100kg less than standard. Read the review at http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/FirstDrives/Lexus-LF-A-4.8-Nurburgring-package/258962/

Autocar’s video round-up of the Frankfurt stars

New British car maker, Briggs Automotive Company, launches with the BAC Mono – a high-tech single-seater. Powered by a 2.3-litre 230bhp Cosworth engine, the £80k BAC Mono is the first serious attempt to produce a single-seater driving experience for the public road. Read the full review at http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/FirstDrives/BAC-Mono-Mono-2.3/259023/

The new Bentley Mulsanne is the first all-new Bentley in around 80 years. And the details on the new car are stunning. Inside, 170 hours are dedicated to making the cockpit as sumptuous as possible. On the road, the 2.6-tonne Mulsanne makes steady progress. Read the review at http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/RoadTestsHistory/Bentley-Mulsanne-6.75-V8/259258/