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Frankfurt show tightens security after anti-car vandalism

Audi's stand at the 2017 Frankfurt show. Organizers have warned this year's visitors to expect longer lines at security checkpoints. (Reuters)

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August 29, 2019 02:39 PM

FRANKFURT -- The Frankfurt auto show, which opens next month, is stepping up security checks to prepare for potential disruption by climate activists who are calling for people to join anti-car protests.

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