Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Cadillac, Renault and Škoda
New Cadillac Vistiq revealed
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq is a sleek, all-electric three-row SUV that riffs on the Escalade’s iconic proportions with sharper surfacing and a tech-forward cabin.
A 33-inch display dominates the dash, paired with Cadillac’s first augmented reality head-up display and a Dolby Atmos-ready 23-speaker AKG sound system.
The exterior design stays sculptural but assertive, while the Performance AWD layout delivers Escalade-worthy grunt.
Full release here.
Milltek exhaust to make hybrids sound sportier
Milltek is bringing the spine-tingling soundtrack back to high-performance hybrids with its latest range of exhaust systems.
The new G90 BMW M5 – Touring included – now benefits from an Axle Back system with various tip options and even a motorsport-only GPF delete.
Land Rover’s hybrid Range Rovers and Defenders are also catered for, while systems for the Lamborghini Urus SE and Porshe Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid are in the works.
More information here.
Renault 4 Savane 4x4 concept set to make global debut
The Savane will be unveiled at Roland-Garros French Open tennis tournament from 19 May to 8 June 2025.
This rugged reinterpretation of the classic 4 has been remixed for modern “gentlemen explorers”. The vehicle rides 15mm higher than the E-Tech version, adds a second motor and sits of wider tracks with custom Goodyear rubber.
Jade Green bodywork, black accents and a pixel-camo fabric roof nod to expedition style, alongside the deep brown textiles featured inside.
Full release here.
Sporty vRS versions complete the Enyaq family
With the new Enyaq vRS and Coupé vRS, Škoda’s electric family finally gets its sporty sibling.
Glossy black accents, aggressive bumpers and 21-inch alloys give these range-toppers a proper vRS attitude, while the illuminated tech-deck face adds futuristic flair.
The interior consists of leather, artificial leather, microsuede, a carbon-look trim and contrast stitching – with a lime-green exterior colour option to seal the deal.
Full release here.
G-Wagon reimagined – again
Urban Automotive has given the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon W465 a makeover with a new Widetrack kit and Aero Kit.
The Widetrack kit muscles up with over 40 in-house carbon fibre parts, including flared arches, a vented bullnose bonnet and 23-inch Urban-Vossen alloys. Meanwhile, the Aero Kit offers a sleeker silhouette for the less shouty.
Both are made in the UK. We spoke with the design team and founder recently, so watch out for that full interview.
Full release here.
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