Drivers Section — International Edition
No. 268
August 2026
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Nissan and Honda agree to standardise ECUs and software for future models

Nissan and Honda will jointly develop standardised ECUs, an in-vehicle OS and vehicle control software for next-generation SDVs from fiscal year 2029.

Lukas Berg · 53 minutes ago · 3 min read
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Renault to unveil the new Trafic Van E-Tech at IAA Transportation 2026

Renault will present the New Trafic Van E-Tech electric, an expanded services offering and three conversion levels at IAA Transportation in Hanover, 15–20 September.

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Ford

Ford asks whether the family road trip is still worth it

Ford's From the Road newsletter devotes its late-summer edition to family road trips, heritage stories and a 1964 car the company never sold.

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Alpine

Alpine confirms Franco Colapinto alongside Pierre Gasly for 2027

Alpine has confirmed Franco Colapinto will race alongside Pierre Gasly in 2027, a third season together for the pair.

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Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ opens for orders in Germany

Mercedes-AMG has opened orders for the electric CLA 45 4MATIC+, a 500 kW (680 hp) compact with more than 670 km of range and prices from 79,039 euros in Germany.

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Skoda Octavia marks 30 years of the modern generation

Skoda marks 30 years of the modern Octavia, a model that has passed almost 7.9 million units since production began in September 1996.

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BMW

BMW passes two million fully electric cars sold worldwide

BMW has delivered its two-millionth fully electric car since 2013, with the Neue Klasse iX3 and i3 driving a 38% jump in European EV sales.

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