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How far can you go with EVs in Canada? A closer look at range, battery life – National

Now that Canada has mandated that all vehicles sold in the country by 2035 must have zero emissions, consumers may be wondering how far they can actually go in an electric vehicle. While “range anxiety” used to be a factor in purchasing an electric vehicle years ago given their novelty …

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Ottawa set to announce that new cars must be zero emissions by 2035 – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada expects to announce this week that all new cars will have to be zero emissions by 2035, a senior government source said, as Ottawa is set to unveil new regulations in the latest example of countries around the world pushing for …

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Battles brewing as Ontario, Canada push Ring of Fire mining to boost EV plan

The lawyer representing a number of First Nations communities opposed to the Ford government’s plans for the Ring of Fire is cautioning that the province’s long-term electric vehicle battery manufacturing strategy might be a “fool’s errand.” Premier Doug Ford agreed to enter into a pact with the federal government to …

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Kaleden, B.C. resident shocked with cost of EV charger upgrade

When Kaleden, B.C., resident, Lyle Roemer, went to build a new garage, he had the space wired for a future electric vehicle (EV) charger while also planning for an increase in service to accommodate the added load. However, Roemer was shocked to hear the estimated cost of the upgrade. “[My] …

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Electric vehicle weight poses new risk on roads – National

Electric vehicles are under increasing scrutiny from safety experts over the risks they pose in a crash, because of their incredible weight and power. EVs are far heavier than traditional gas-powered cars due to their large battery packs. “The weight of these vehicles, and the weight of these battery packs …

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How electric vehicles are ‘fuelling’ the economy of the future

In a nondescript workshop next to a giant service garage in Burnaby, B.C., the next generation of students and instructors is learning the ins and outs of servicing and repairing electric vehicles. You might associate automotive work with grease, spare parts and noise. But here, the work is quiet – …

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Road to electric vehicle targets in Manitoba not smooth, experts say – Winnipeg

The federal government’s push toward zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) is hitting some roadblocks in Manitoba. Earlier this year, Ottawa set a sales target to encourage Canadians to choose ZEVs. By 2026, their goal is to have ZEVs make up 20 per cent of new vehicle purchases. By 2035, they want all …

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Shell Canada snapping up gas stations in preparation for green energy transition

After announcing its purchase of 56 gas stations from the parent company of Sobeys Thursday, Shell Canada is on the lookout for other potential acquisitions as it seeks to grow its retail fuel footprint across the country. “We’re always looking,” said Kent Martin, general manager of mobility for the Canadian …

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