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// Cadillac confirms Optiq and Vistiq for Australia and New Zealand
Cadillac has confirmed it will be adding two additional EV models to its lineup in Australia and New Zealand with the Optiq and Vistiq.
- AutoCar says Cadillac expanding its NZ line up with Optiq and Vistiq in 2026
- Stuff Motoring says Cadillac confirms its next models bound for New Zealand
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// Large SUV wins world’s best title
Motoring journalists praise Hyundai Santa Fe’s design and hybrid engines.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Ford Focus production is ending in November
Ford has announced that Focus production ends in November of this year.
// This sleek hatchback will be Volkswagen’s cheapest EV
Volkswagen has revealed the ID. Every1, a concept car previewing its most affordable all-electric model set to launch in 2027.
// The 2 Cheap Cars Group secures new finance facility with ANZ Bank
The 2 Cheap Cars Group Limited has executed a new finance facility with its primary transactional banking partner, ANZ Bank.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Rivian patented active aero wheel covers
Such a design might allow tall, boxy vehicles to optimize aerodynamics while allowing for better brake cooling when needed.
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- Self-driving car sets new World Speed Record: 300km/h-plus and nobody at the wheel
- Fresh details on Jaguar’s rebirth
- Volkswagen news: more GTIs and the return of physical buttons
- Suzuki Jimny 6-wheeler: would you pay NZ$100,000-plus for this unique 6×4?
- Alpine teases A390 sport fastback EV ahead of May debut
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