First EV-er: Mazda launches its first ever all-electric vehicle, the MX-30 EV
Toronto, Ontario — Mazda is launching its first-ever all-electric vehicle, the MX-30 EV, which will go on sale in fall of 2021 starting at participating dealerships in Quebec and British Columbia. The company says this new vehicle is its first step towards its “commitment to electrification.” With a starting price of $42,150, the MX-30 has […]
EV/AV Report: August 23, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — This week, Volkswagen offers ID.4 owners a stellar deal, Tesla switches gears and announces the creation of a humanoid robot and Canada gets a new EV network. Three for Free Starting from the date of purchase, 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 owners will be able to charge their car for free for three years […]
EV Explosion: The Alberta Electric System Operator predicts increase in EVs on Albertan roads, fuelling electricity demand
Calgary, Alberta — In a new report, the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) forecasts that the amount of electric vehicles will surge over the next 20 years, putting them at the forefront of the province’s electricity demand. The company predicts that he amount of EVs in Alberta will increase from a range of 200,000 to two-million, […]
EV/AV Report: August 16, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — This week, Toronto races towards an autonomous future, with a new mapping endeavour. Meanwhile Canada as a whole reaches a huge electric vehicle milestone and Tesla delays production of the Cybertruck. Mapping the GTA Ecopia AI, announced Thursday, it is creating a high-definition (HD) map for the City of Toronto, which will […]
All for Atlantic: All EV Canada announces four new Maritime locations following Steele’s acquisition
Halifax, Nova Scotia — All EV Canada by Steele Auto Group recently announced the opening of four new locations in Atlantic Canada. The new locations will be situated in Corner Brook, St. John’s, Fredericton and Halifax — all are expected to open by September 2021. “We are excited to announce the opening of four new […]
Ultimate Ultium: GM to incorporate wireless system to increase range of Ultium batteries
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors has big plans for its Ultium batteries. The automaker said once it’s Ultium battery/electric powered-motor is unveiled, it will have a range of 724 kilometres. The battery’s impressive range can be attributed to the fact that the automaker was able to reduce the weight of the battery by 25 percent, […]
EV/AV Report: May 17, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s EV/AV report, Amazon’s Alexa receives its largest auto rollout after making a six-year deal with Ford. While, Subaru announces an official name for its new, all-electric SUV. Meanwhile, a UWindsor engineering professor receives a hefty grant to improve electric drive systems. ALEXA, INITIATE AUTO ROLLOUT Amazon’s Alexa has seen […]
