The 2024 Montreal International Auto Show features a record-breaking 80% of vehicles exhibited by manufacturers being electric or hybrid, marking the highest percentage to date. The show's executive director, Luis Perreira, attributes this surge to the ongoing transition towards electric vehicles (EVs), driven primarily by government initiatives. The federal government recently unveiled ambitious zero-emission vehicle sales targets to expedite EV adoption, mandating that all new passenger vehicles sold in Canada must be zero-emission by 2035, with interim targets of 20% by 2026 and 60% by 2030. This regulatory push is influencing automakers to showcase their latest electric and hybrid offerings at the auto show, reflecting the industry's response to evolving environmental policies and consumer preferences. The prevalence of EVs and hybrids at the Montreal International Auto Show underscores the growing importance and acceptance of sustainable mobility in the automotive landscape.
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