In a novel move to publicise the huge development task behind Audi's first proper off-roader, the German company has actually released images of disguised prototypes under test in various harsh environments. Looks like the spy photographers are going to be out of a job! Expect to see the production version of the new Audi Q7 at next month's Frankfurt Motor Show, with sales starting early in 2006.

Shane O' Donoghue - 10 Aug 2005