Tesla has officially rolled out its Vehicle Extended Service Agreement (Vehicle ESA) for Canadian customers. The extended warranty covers Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y vehicles, according to an official document dated September 25, 2023, the day of the launch. The Tesla mobile app is showing an option for ‘Extended Service Agreement’ […]
Canadian telecom Rogers has revealed a substantial investment in state-of-the-art wildfire detection and prevention technology in British Columbia. The initiative is a part of Rogers’ broader strategy to combat climate change and is being executed in collaboration with SpaceX and other tech partners. Rogers is utilizing satellite-connected sensors powered by SpaceX’s low-bandwidth Swarm service to […]
BC Hydro has announced plans to add higher-powered 180kW chargers to its existing services, according to the electric utility in an email obtained by Tesla North. The provincial network in Canada, which already has more fast charging locations than any other in the province, aims to make EV driving a more convenient option across B.C. […]
Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Jonathan Wilkinson, announced a $229,356 CAD investment in Hypercharge for the installation of 48 Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) chargers on Wednesday. The chargers will be placed in 11 parking lots across Southern Ontario. Hypercharge also contributed additional funding, bringing the total project value to $458,712. The chargers […]
Tesla is in the process of obtaining approval to establish a dealership and service center at 3234-3274 Wonderland Road South, at the southeast corner of Bradley Avenue in south London, Ontario, Canada. The Planning and Environment Committee (PEC) reviewed the request on Monday. If approved, the facility would be one of Tesla’s largest dealerships in […]
A recent report from Ottawa’s budgetary watchdog, Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux, has indicated a much longer timeline for the Canadian and Ontario governments to recover their investments in tax credits for Volkswagen and Stellantis battery plants. Contradicting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s initial claim of a five-year break-even, the analysis suggests a 20-year horizon. The […]
Canada-based Telesat has signed to deal to have SpaceX launch its Lightspeed satellite constellation to Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Under the agreement, Telesat will use SpaceX’s Falcon 9, known for being the most dependable and only reusable orbital rocket presently in operation, for a total of 14 launches. Each launch is set to transport up […]
In a significant move to foster electric vehicle adoption, Tesla announced on August 31 that it is opening its Supercharger network to non-Tesla vehicles at select locations in Canada. The announcement was made through the Tesla mobile app’s inbox feature, initially notifying Tesla owners of the change. The pilot program will roll out at two […]
Tesla has once again made headlines by reducing the prices of its Model S and Model X vehicles in both Canada and the United States. This move comes on the heels of Tesla announcing new Model 3 offerings for Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia. U.S. Price Adjustments In the United States, Tesla has […]
A new report reveals that fewer than 1 in 5 federally funded electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Canada are currently operational, raising concerns over the effectiveness of governmental initiatives to promote greener transportation options. The information comes from data supplied by the Department of Natural Resources, as Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson makes another funding […]
According to a recent report by S&P Global Mobility, Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) are gaining significant traction in Canada, accounting for 10.5% of all new light vehicle registrations in the second quarter of 2023. This marks an increase from 9.2% in the previous quarter and sets a new record for ZEV market share in the […]
BC Hydro’s plan to modify public EV charging rates has been temporarily halted. The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) announced on Thursday that it would not be approving the interim changes BC Hydro had proposed to introduce on September 1. As a result, current EV charging rates will remain unchanged. BC Hydro’s public EV charging […]
In a significant move that underscores Canada’s commitment to green innovation, the Government of Canada and the Province of Quebec announced a joint investment of $644 million towards the establishment of a new battery materials production facility in Bécancour, Quebec. On August 17, 2023, at an event in Bécancour, François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science […]
The latest iteration of the Polestar 2 is set to offer an immersive driving experience, emphasizing enhanced performance tailored for driving enthusiasts, said the company in an email obtained by Tesla North on Tuesday. The Long Range Dual Motor version of the Polestar 2 now has 300 kW (408 bhp) all-wheel drive. Furthermore, on a […]
Volvo’s electric vehicle subsidiary, Polestar, is gearing up to introduce the next big thing in the electric automotive world. The company has announced the grand opening of its Vancouver location, where they will unveil the much-anticipated Polestar 3, touted as the “SUV for the electric age.” The exclusive event promises not just a first look […]
