In the latest report from S&P Global Mobility, detailing Canadian Automotive Insights for Q1 2023, Canada saw a national zero emission vehicle (ZEV) new light vehicle adoption rate of 9.1% for registrations, led by Tesla. Tesla continues to dominate the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) market in Canada despite experiencing a slowdown in registrations in Q1 […]
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), Canada’s largest public pension fund, is showing a marked preference for tech giant Apple over electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. In the first quarter of 2023, the pension fund increased its stake in Apple, while notably decreasing its investments in prominent EV makers. CPP Investments purchased 255,943 additional […]
The Canadian government, in conjunction with Tesla, is making substantial strides towards a more environmentally-friendly future. In a bid to improve accessibility to electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and inspire more Canadians to embrace electric cars, Tesla will open a part of its existing Supercharger network to non-Tesla electric vehicles. Tesla has already opened up […]
Vancouver, BC, Canada, has seen a significant surge in Tesla vehicles operating as Uber cabs, thanks to a strong electric vehicle (EV) push and unique programs from both the company and the government. In the last two months, most of the Uber rides in Vancouver were facilitated by electric vehicles, predominantly Tesla. This trend reflects […]
Tesla is set to begin sales of its China-manufactured Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in Canada, according to listings on the company’s website. This move confirms the completion of Tesla’s initial shipments to North America from its Shanghai factory, reports Reuters. Tesla’s website revealed that both the rear-wheel drive Model Y and the long-range, […]
Summary: A January Tesla crash at a ferry terminal in Canada has been ruled driver error by police. According to the police, the incident occurred after the Tesla “suddenly accelerated.” The driver, a 68-year-old Vancouver resident, has been issued a ticket for driving without due care and attention. An accident where a Tesla crashed into the […]
Stellantis has abruptly ceased construction on certain segments of its planned electric vehicle (EV) battery factory in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. The automotive manufacturer announced on Monday that the halt comes in response to a conflict with the Canadian federal government over financial assistance. The automotive giant accuses Ottawa of failing to deliver on a previously […]
After bringing back the Model 3 Long Range to the United States, Tesla has brought back the vehicle to Canada as well. This time around, the starting price of $64,990 CAD makes the Long Range version qualify for the federal iZEV rebate of $5,000 CAD. Extra provincial incentives also apply on top of this rebate, […]
Deliveries of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles eligible for federal incentives under the Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program in Canada reached an all-time monthly high in March, as reported by Statistics Canada. The total deliveries across all brands stood at 9,794, exceeding the combined totals of January and February, reports Automotive News. The statistics show that […]
New lobbyist registry documents reveal Tesla’s intentions to expand its presence in Canada Tesla has hinted at its plans for a Canadian facility in newly filed lobbyist registry documents, reports Electric Autonomy. The automaker is reportedly seeking opportunities for an industrial facility and mineral extraction in Ontario, indicating its intent to take greater control over […]
Canada Post has introduced carbon-neutral shipping for all domestic ground parcel services in a bid to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The initiative covers Domestic Regular Parcel, Expedited Parcel ground shipments, and Canada Post’s flat rate boxes. For every tonne of greenhouse gas emissions generated by these domestic ground delivery services, Canada Post […]
According to the latest data released by Statistics Canada, the number of new zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) registrations in Canada experienced a slight decline in Q4 2022 compared to the previous quarter. The data showcases the quarterly registration numbers for ZEVs across various provinces and territories in the country. In Q4 2022, a total of 33,399 […]
Volkswagen is taking a significant step forward in its electric vehicle strategy in North America, announcing the construction of its largest gigafactory to date in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. With a planned investment of up to €4.8 billion / CAD$7 billion by 2030, the facility will have an annual production capacity of up to 90 […]
Select models of Tesla’s Model Y now qualify for the iZEV $5,000 federal rebate in Canada, while also now eligible for select provincial rebates as well. This is possible because the Model Y RWD has returned to Canada, priced at $59,990 CAD (via @SawyerMerritt). This car has an estimated EPA range of 394 km and […]
Summary: IKEA Canada has expanded its electric vehicle charging network by adding 25 charging stations at five locations in Quebec and Ontario. The expansion was made possible by securing funding of $300,000 from Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program in 2022. The investment supports IKEA Canada’s goal of achieving 100% zero-emission home deliveries […]
