EV/AV Report: Canada extends EV rebates; while Waymo begins robotaxi testing in Atlanta
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Canada’s 2024 Federal budget reveals plans to extend the life of electric vehicle (EV) rebates; while Waymo announces the beginnings of robotaxi testing in Atlanta, Georgia. Revving up rebates The 2024 Federal budget, released on April 16th, included a section dedicated to ensuring “More […]
EV/AV Report: Quebec expands electric vehicle infrastructure; while GM prepares to Cruise again
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Quebec has announced $2 million to be allocated towards increasing the number of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations; while General Motors’ (GM) Cruise prepares to resume on road testing again. Increasing infrastructure According to a press release originally published by The Canadian Press, Quebec […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles get worn down; while Tesla offers free FSD trials
Toronto, Ontario — Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a J.D. Power survey reveals that electric vehicle (EV) drivers are uninformed about the reality of tire wear; while Tesla offers Full Self Driving (FSD) features to United States consumers in a free trial. Expectations wearing thin According to a J.D. […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles overload the system; while self-driving vehicles fall under investigation
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Fraser Institute details the potential infrastructure issues of Canada’s push for electric vehicles (EVs); while Ford’s BlueCruise comes under investigation for a recent crash. Circuitry Constrictions According to a recent study published by the Fraser Institute, to fulfill Ottawa’s current electric vehicle target of […]
EV/AV Report: EVs prepare to take off; while Americans lose faith in self-driving vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, U.K.-based startup, Aervolt, looks to preempt airborne electric infrastructure; while a recent American Automobile Association (AAA) study reveals that American consumers are losing faith in self-driving vehicles. An electric takeoff U.K. startup Aerovolt hopes to preempt airborne electric infrastructure by developing an electric aircraft […]
Register Today: GDIS conference happening in May
Novi, Michigan — Registration is now open for the Great Designs in Steel (GDIS) conference happening Wednesday, May 22 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan– the longest running automotive conference in the world. The GDIS conference will have a full-day spread across three tracks, showcasing inventive steel applications in vehicle body architectures, steel […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles get muscles; while Tesla fails driving tests
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Stellantis announces “the world’s first and only electric muscle car” to be built in Windsor, Ont.; while Tesla’s Full Self-Driving feature fails to pass a DMV driving test. Charging Up The new electric, all-wheel drive Dodge Charger will be built in Windsor, Ont., automaker […]
Nearing Northeast: Northeast 2024 Automotive Services Show scheduled for March 15 to 17
Secaucus, New Jersey — The Northeast 2024 Automotive Services Show is scheduled to take place from March 15 to 17 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, New Jersey. The weekend event will cover a variety of industry-related presentations and topics, including the future of electric vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and the logistics […]
Electrified Charges: Alberta to introduce $200 annual electric vehicle tax
Edmonton, Alberta — Electric car owners in Alberta will be required to pay an annual $200 electric vehicle tax starting in January 2025. The province unveiled its 2024 budget last Thursday and says that the new tax will be applied when electric vehicle owners register their vehicle and will be in addition to the current […]
Tuesday Ticker: Rivian hits new low; Stellantis vows to never buy regulatory emissions credits
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Rivian disappoints analysts and investors with Q4 and full-year 2023 results, while Stellantis execs discuss the OEM’s vow to never buy a single regulatory credit to meet emissions regulation goals. Rough waters for Rivian Shares of Rivian reached new lows last Thursday after the EV maker reported […]