Electric Enmity: 50 percent of British Columbians oppose provincial government’s push for 100 percent zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035
Victoria, British Columbia — British Columbians are concerned with the provincial government’s regulation requiring 100 percent zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales by 2035, according to a new poll facilitated by Leger. Leger’s survey data found that half of respondents from B.C. oppose the provincial government’s plan to require 90 percent ZEV sales by 2030 and 100 […]
Electrified Charges: Alberta to introduce $200 annual electric vehicle tax
Edmonton, Alberta — Electric car owners in Alberta will be required to pay an annual $200 electric vehicle tax starting in January 2025. The province unveiled its 2024 budget last Thursday and says that the new tax will be applied when electric vehicle owners register their vehicle and will be in addition to the current […]
The Cost of Going Green: New study shows EVs most economical in Quebec
Victoria, British Columbia — A new study by the University of British Columbia (UBC) highlights how it is cheaper in some regions to drive an electric vehicle (EV). In their study, researchers specifically analyzed how far people need to drive their electric vehicles in order to break even on the cost when considering factors such […]
Quality and Styling Distinguish Top EV Models, but Public Charging Woes Felt by All
TROY, Mich.: 27 Feb. 2024 — As more car buyers make the switch to battery electric vehicles (BEVs), traditional factors that are also important to buyers of gas-powered vehicles are becoming critical to satisfaction among BEV owners. Quality and cost of ownership have emerged as the top factors influencing satisfaction, according to the J.D. Power […]