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How much cheaper EVs need to get in Canada

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A new report highlighted just how much cheaper electric vehicles need to get in Canada to reach mandated sales levels. Last December, the federal government unveiled its Electric Vehicle Availability Standard, which outlines zero-emission vehicle sales targets for automakers.

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Switch Vehicles Inc. Launches EV Design Scholarship

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Switch Vehicles is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural Switch Lab EV Design Scholarship, aimed at empowering the next generation of engineers and designers to create sustainable transportation solutions. Interested students can visit Switch Vehicles website for more information and to access the application form. “We

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Jeep Grand Cherokee Puts On a New Face for 2026 Facelift

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After all, it's been in the making for some three years, and that's quite a lot for a modern-day vehicle. The facelifted 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee was recently spied on pu. You may not consider the fifth-generation Grand Cherokee as aging. But Jeep does. continue reading. )

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Canada bucks global trends as ZEV sales grow

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New data from Statistics Canada highlighted a significant increase in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) registrations, reaching 12.9 per cent of all new vehicle registrations in the second quarter of 2024. When hybrids are included, more than 106,000 low-emission vehicles were added. per cent of all new vehicle registrations.

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Another new high for ZEV sales in Canada

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Canadians appetite for zero-emission vehicles has yet to wane as another new high was hit for new registrations of battery and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. per cent of new vehicle registrations in Canada were ZEVs. per cent in 2026, and 30.7 per cent of new vehicle registrations; BEVs were 12.3

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Why these suppliers see big opportunities in EVs

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Many automotive aftermarket suppliers see many opportunities for revenue growth across the entire industry with electric vehicles. As Dave Miller, vice president of global product line management at Gates, explained, internal combustion engine vehicle design has traditionally been generally simple under the hood. Just how much?

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2026 Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 EV Makes Spy Photo Debut, Packs Dual-Motor AWD

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Its abysmal driving range and high starting price would have rendered it uncompetitive against similar crossovers, but Merc will make amends in 2025 for model year 2026. Joining the four-cylinder GLC, the GLC EV will be far more compelling than its predecessor due to its electric vehicle-centric platform. The jury is out whethe.