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// BYD shows off new Seal 06 GT electric hot hatch ahead of launch
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has unveiled the production-ready Seal 06 GT, a scaled-back version of the striking Ocean-M concept that debuted earlier this year.
- EVs and Beyond says BYD Seal 06 GT photos revealed ahead of launch
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// Cadillac EV-only models for ANZ
General Motors has clarified Cadillac‘s lineup in Australia and Zealand will exclusively comprise EVs.
// Tavascan Breaks New Ground for Cupra
A year ago we previewed a concept car, and now Cupra is about to launch its Tavascan crossover.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Audi Q5 Sportback Spotted Testing in Camo
Spy photographers have snapped Audi’s coupe-SUV bodystyle, the Q5 Sportback, testing on road.
// Motor Trade Association celebrates Tyrewise’s go-live September 1
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says September 1 marks a significant step in the automotive industry’s recycling and environmental journey.
// ANCAP flags safety concerns
Safety specification differences revealed between European and Australasian models.
// Company hit by downturn
2 Cheap Cars’ underlying business “continues to make progress” with strategy implementation.
// Staff sign up for shares
Turners continues to have strong take-up of share scheme for employees.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Canada adds 100% tariff for “extraordinary threat” of Chinese EVs
The massive tariff hikes, set to go into effect October 1, 2024, closely match those adopted by the U.S.
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