Flavio Volpe, head of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, criticizes Canada's electric vehicle (EV) targets set by the environment minister, alleging a "let them eat cake" attitude. The targets aim for 100% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035, but Volpe argues they are unrealistic and neglect whether the cars are domestically produced or imported from China, potentially harming Canadian interests. Analysts, including Volpe, warn of unintended consequences favoring China's auto manufacturing at Canada's expense. The government, however, assures that measures accompany the EV targets to benefit Canada, emphasizing opportunities in manufacturing zero-emission vehicles and their components, including batteries. The environment ministry claims these initiatives contribute to Canada's economy, having secured $34 billion in investments in the battery and automotive supply chain. Despite concerns, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault expresses confidence in the industry's ability to meet the targets, citing a rapid shift toward zero-emission vehicles in the Canadian marketplace.
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