Electric Vehicles
Driving an electric vehicle will save thousands: BC Hydro report
By Gord Macdonald News Anchor
Driving an electric vehicle is six times cheaper than a gas-powered vehicle, according to the new report. Continue reading
Canada at a crossroads as U.S. plans to lower auto emissions standards
The federal government has started to give away money to encourage people to buy electric cars, but before long it will have to decide how far it will go to force the market towards lower-emission vehicles. Continue reading
On Earth Day, here’s how Saskatchewan is contributing to a greener Canada
The purpose of Earth Day is to help raise awareness surrounding environmental issues and demonstrate support for environmental protection. Continue reading
Legislation introduced to require all new cars sold in B.C. to be zero-emission by 2040
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. government will require automakers to sell only zero-emission vehicles in the province by 2040. Continue reading
Western University partners with Chinese company to research alternative batteries for electric vehicles
Western University marked the opening of Glabat Solid-State Battery Inc. in the atrium of the Amit Chakma Engineering Building. Continue reading
Regina man goes green to stay ahead of curve amidst carbon tax
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
While many are angry about the impact the carbon tax is having on their wallets, others are embracing the change. Continue reading
Petro-Canada installing 50 fast-charging EV stations across the country — but is there demand?
Petro-Canada said more than 50 EV stations will be located at gas stations along the Trans-Canada Highway, from Nova Scotia to British Columbia. Continue reading
Alberta government announces plan to fund electric vehicle network
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Environment Minister Shannon Phillips announced funding for a network of electric vehicle charging stations at Lethbridge College on Monday. Continue reading
Tesla trims U.S. prices after tax incentives reduced
Tesla has sold more than 200,000 vehicles, a milestone that triggers the wind-down of a major U.S. federal tax incentive program for buyers of electric vehicles. Continue reading
Laid-off Calgary oilpatch engineer opens used electric car dealership
By Gil Tucker Reporter
A Calgary man laid off from his engineering job in the oilpatch has opened a car dealership selling used electric vehicles. Continue reading