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OTTAWA CONFIRMS TARGETS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE SALES IN CANADA

The Canadian government, through Minister of the Environment and Climate Change Steven Guilbeault, has unveiled new regulations outlining targets for electric vehicle (EV) sales in the country leading up to 2035. Emphasizing the goal to phase out gasoline-powered vehicle sales by 2035, Guilbeault stated that the introduced standards aim to enhance EV affordability and increase the availability of charging infrastructure. The specific measures to reduce EV costs were not detailed in the announcement, leaving room for observation of their effectiveness over time.


The government's commitment to banning gasoline-powered vehicle sales by 2035 had been previously known, and these newly announced regulations provide a roadmap to achieve that objective. The emphasis on affordability and charging infrastructure aligns with global trends promoting sustainable transportation and reflects Canada's strategic approach to fostering the adoption of electric vehicles. As the country navigates this transition, the impact of the outlined standards on both the EV market and the broader automotive industry will unfold in the coming years.


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