EV NEWS

TPA UNVEILS 500TH EV CHANGING STATION

The Toronto Parking Authority and Toronto Hydro have energized their 500th electric vehicle charging station, marking a milestone for what is now North America’s largest municipally owned EV charging network. The newest charger, located at Green P Carpark 504, went live on Nov. 5 and contributes to the more than 3,000 public charging stations across Toronto. TPA has led the network’s expansion since taking ownership in 2023, following Toronto Hydro’s installation and operation of the initial stations. “Purposeful expansion of our EV network is a catalyst for EV adoption across Toronto,” said TPA president Scott Collier. Toronto Hydro CEO Jana Mosley said reaching 500 stations reflects the strength of the partnership, noting the utility will connect more than 4,000 chargers at buildings and homes this year.

collisionrepairmag.com/15771189

GOVERNMENT INVESTS IN EV INFRASTRUCTURE

The federal government is investing more than $10 million to expand electric-vehicle charging and support research aimed at making EV motors cheaper and more efficient. The announcement was made in Fredericton by Parliamentary Secretary David Myles on behalf of Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson. More than $9 million will flow through the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program to install over 1,200 chargers in public spaces, workplaces, onstreet locations and multi-unit residential buildings, with most sites in New Brunswick, Alberta and Ontario. Another $1.4 million will fund a University of New Brunswick project developing magnetic materials for improved EV-motor performance. Officials said the investment will expand charging access, strengthen domestic innovation and help Canadians choose electric with confidence.

collisionrepairmag.com/15773697