The 61st Automobile Yearbook has remained faithful to the

formula created in 1953. Thus it continues to provide as full

a coverage as possible of the events that have marked the

world of the motor car over the past twelve months in three

areas of interest: industry, sport and culture. The first part

gives an economic summing up of the major markets and

analyses the world situation, which is still as strained as ever.

All the year's newcomers are described: those that went on

sale as well as the concept cars.

The second part deals with motor sport in all its various

branches on the international scene: Formula 1, endurance,

rallying and touring cars on the circuits. It includes Sebastian

Vettel's fourth title, Audi's domination, Sébastien Ogier's

ascension and the arrival of Honda in touring car racing.

There are also reports on several national championships,

some of whose specificities are quite remarkable, especially

in the United States.

The third part highlights the cultural dimension of the motor

car when it crosses the world of art and applied arts. This

chapter also evokes the world of the collector through historic

races, Concours d'Elegance and auctions. The increasing

enthusiasm for historic vehicles is becoming more and more

obvious as explained.

The Automobile Yearbook , which calls upon the best specialists

with contributors from India, Russia, Great Britain and

elsewhere, defends its coverage, which is as international as

possible. It is available in French and English, the two editions

being published simultaneously.