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Sep 2025
41m 37s

EV Charging Without Cords

DUBAI EYE 103.8
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06 Sep 2025. Damien & Naz talk about the next big leap in EV charging - going wireless! We've also dive into Cadillac’s electrification plans, its entry into Formula 1 with Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas, plus a review of the all-new Cadillac Lyriq EV. Special guest in the studio: Omar Elkhishin, Managing Director, Cadillac International Operations & Middle East.

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