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An Electric Diet: GM announces that new Chevy and Cadillac EVs will have 24 percent fewer parts than previous model years

Toronto, Ontario — During its second-quarter earnings call, Mary Barra, General Motors CEO explained that many new vehicle models, such as the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq, will feature 24 percent fewer parts than 2024 models. The automaker further reported to Inside EVs that the new Ultium-based Chevrolet and Cadillac models will also feature fewer components in […]

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EV/AV Report: Cybertruck’s steer-by-wire system exempt by Transport Canada; Cruise puts production of self-driving vehicle without steering wheel on hold

Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Tesla’s Cybertruck receives a temporary exemption from Transport Canada for its steer-by-wire driving system; while General Motors’ Cruise announces that it will be putting the production of a self-driving vehicle without a steering wheel on hold. Wired workarounds Tesla has announced that its electric […]

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September Startups: B.C. skills program offering $3,500 to upskill trades workers entering September training in EV repair, more

Victoria, British Columbia — British Columbia’s Stronger B.C. Future Skills grant program—which first launched in 2023—is once again accepting grant applications for up to $3,500 in funds to help cover tuition costs or short-term training programs at public post-secondary institutions. On Wednesday, the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills specifically noted in a public […]

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Scaling Back: Big-name OEMs take steps to slow EV production

Toronto, Ontario — Last week, Ford announced that its Oakville, Ont. assembly plant–which was going to be converted into an all-electric vehicle assembly hub–would now shift to produce pickup trucks. Ford announced its plans last week to inject a US$3 billion investment into Super Duty pickup production, US$2.3 billion of which will go to the […]

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EV/AV Report: Ford pivots EV production; while Tesla delays release of robotaxi vehicle

Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s EV/AV Report, Ford announced that it will repurpose the Oakville, Ont., assembly facility from manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs) to instead developing larger, gasoline-powered versions of its flagship F-series pickup truck. Additionally, Tesla has announced that it will delay its upcoming robotaxi vehicle due to last-minute design changes. Not so […]

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Electric Learning: SEMA 2024 Education Program to offer EV 101 and high-voltage safety certification through Legacy EV

Las Vegas, Nevada — While the heat of summer may feel like it’s here to stay, autumn approaches on the horizon–and with it, this year’s 2024 SEMA Show, where attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to become electric vehicle (EV) and EV safety-certified. The 2024 SEMA show will take place from November 5 through November […]

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EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles get a curfew; while partial automation in vehicles deemed not to prevent crashes

Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s EV/AV Report, Tesla is rumored to be getting a “Night Curfew” mode that will allow parents to set a maximum speed limit and reduce acceleration in vehicles; while the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that partial automation systems don’t help to prevent crashes despite public opinion. No more […]

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Water Pump Woes: Fisker recalls Ocean Electric SUVs over potential electric water pump failure

Toronto, Ontario — Fisker is recalling 11,308 Ocean Electric SUVs globally due to an issue where the cabin electric water pump can fail, causing the vehicle to suddenly limit speeds to 16 to 32 kilometers per hour. This ‘limp mode’ is specifically triggered by a failure in the high-voltage battery management system. The system will […]

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Introducing Incentives: Manitoba follows through on promise of $4,000 provincial EV purchase rebate program

Winnipeg, Manitoba — The Manitoba government has followed through on its promise of electric vehicle (EV) financial support and has successfully introduced its $4,000 provincial rebate program for new EVs, with $2,500 going towards used EVs. With the adoption of this incentive program, Manitoba is now the seventh province in Canada to offer EV rebates, […]

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Fears of Forever: New study reveals that lithium-ion batteries produce ‘forever chemicals’

Toronto, Ontario — New research from Jennifer L. Guelfo et al., suggests that the lithium-ion batteries used in everyday products and electric vehicles could be a growing source of the “forever chemicals” that pollute soil and water sources. According to The Verge, “forever chemicals” encompass thousands of different kinds of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs), which […]

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Emission Admissions: GM to pay $146 million in fines for 5.9 million vehicles that emit excess carbon dioxide

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors (GM) will pay nearly $146 million in fines to the United States federal government due to 5.9 million older vehicles not complying with emissions and fuel economy standards. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in a statement last week, certain GM vehicles from the 2012 to 2018 […]

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Rising Repairs: Electric vehicles require, on average, three times more repairs than gas-powered vehicles, says J.D. Power 2024 study

Toronto, Ontario — In its inaugural year incorporating both franchise dealership repair data and consumer data, the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS) indicates that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in electric hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) require, on average, more repairs than gas-powered vehicles in all repair categories. Specifically, according to the yearly study, […]

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