Drivers Section — International Edition
No. 262
August 2026
News

Škoda Octavia turns 30 as the brand’s biggest seller

Škoda marks 30 years of the modern Octavia, with almost 7.9 million cars built across four generations since September 1996.

Amara Okafor · 8 minutes ago · 3 min read
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BMW

BMW passes two million electric cars sold worldwide

BMW Group says it has delivered two million fully electric vehicles, with a 28 percent BEV share in Europe in the first half of 2026.

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BMW

BMW makes expanded active safety systems standard on Neue Klasse models

BMW is making an expanded set of active safety systems standard across Neue Klasse models, including an exit warning that can delay the door opening to protect cyclists.

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Nissan refreshes the Fairlady Z and gives the NISMO a manual

Nissan's updated Fairlady Z brings back the front Z emblem, while the NISMO gains a dedicated six-speed manual gearbox.

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Cupra

CUPRA Born arrives in four versions from DKK 249,990

CUPRA's updated Born is offered in four versions from DKK 249,990, with 190 hp to 326 hp and a quoted range of up to 624 km.

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Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz shows rare 1952 170 V customer service van

The Mercedes-Benz Museum displays a 1952 170 V customer service van in "Mercedes blue" — one of only 35 petrol-engined examples built.

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Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-AMG leads both Formula 1 titles after eight wins

Mercedes-AMG leads both 2026 Formula 1 championships after eight wins, as its new F1 safety car debuts and Winward Racing tops IMSA GTD.

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