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Should the next government continue PHEV and EV subsidies?

CarExpert

If they really wanted to incentivise people to get into greener cars, they could roll back some of those, rather than offering rebates that only benefit a small percentage of the population. Scrap the subsidies, and while you’re at it, scrap the import taxes that were designed to protect an already failing local manufacturing industry.

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Media post: The Future of Electric Vehicles Trends Challenges and Opportunities in the Automotive Industry

Best Selling Cars Blog

Supply Chain Constraints As EV demand grows, so does the need for materials critical to battery production. The reliance on a few countries for these materials exposes the industry to supply chain disruptions.

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U.S. Government Issues $135 Million in Advance EV Tax Rebates Since Start of 2024

Automotive Addicts

electric vehicle supply chain, particularly reducing dependence on China. Moreover, the vehicles must now be assembled in North America to be eligible for any tax credits, reflecting efforts to support local manufacturing.

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Striking a balance

Canadian Auto Dealer

I was interviewed by the CBC recently for a story focused on what might seem to be competing goals: On the one hand, protecting domestic automotive manufacturing in Canada; on the other hand, supporting the drive to go green and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. Is there a balance that can be struck — and if so how? Too soon, gang.

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Sustainability in Auto Claims: Reducing Carbon Footprint with Green Repairs

Solera

Sustainable Supply Chains: The sustainability of the auto claims industry also extends to its supply chains. This includes sourcing parts from environmentally responsible manufacturers and ensuring that logistics partners use fuel-efficient transportation methods.

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The time is right for government EV incentives.

Motor Trader

This shortfall could result in penalties for car manufacturers and increased vehicle prices for consumers. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has called for new measures, including reducing Value Added Tax (VAT) on new EV purchases and aligning public charging VAT rates with home charging to boost demand.

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Auto industry leaders call on Ottawa to scrap ZEV mandates

Canadian Auto Dealer

The heads of associations representing automotive manufacturers and car dealers in Canada are calling on the federal and provincial governments to immediately scrap mandates to achieve full-scale zero-emission vehicle targets if they cannot support the funding and resources to achieve them.

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