First off I will write a disclaimer.
Be careful how you reply to this because it seems people get hurt feelings and whine and thus these kinds of threads can be taken down. So keep it civil.
Anyhow...
It appears the stupidity just marches along with our "new" government. Watching Carney in question period turns my guts. Never answers questions just like the former buffoon.
They are still corrupt and covering for GC strategies.
Climate insanity.
This new EV bill is nuts. Basically we will start seeing the impact from it in 2026.
Canada’s Electric Vehicle Availability Standard
In Canada, the federal government, led by the Liberal Party, finalized the Electric Vehicle Availability Standard in December 2023, published under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. This regulation aims to phase out new ICE vehicle sales by 2035, requiring 100% of new light-duty vehicle sales (passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs) to be zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by that year. ZEVs include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) with at least 80 km of electric range, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Structure and Phased Implementation
The mandate doesn’t kick in fully until 2035 but includes a gradual ramp-up with interim targets to ensure a smooth transition. Here’s how it’s structured:
- 2026: At least 20% of new light-duty vehicle sales must be ZEVs. Automakers must meet this target or face penalties, though they can earn, bank, or trade credits (e.g., selling more ZEVs than required generates credits that can offset future shortfalls or be sold to other manufacturers).
- 2030: The ZEV sales requirement increases to 60%. This is a significant jump, reflecting the government’s push to accelerate adoption in the early 2030s.
- 2035: 100% of new light-duty vehicle sales must be ZEVs, effectively prohibiting the sale of new gasoline or diesel-only vehicles. However, used ICE vehicles can still be sold, and ICE vehicles registered before 2035 can continue to be driven.
The regulation applies to automakers, not dealers or consumers, and includes flexibilities like credits for PHEVs (proportional to their electric range) and banking credits for future years. It’s enforced through a credit system, where each ZEV sold earns credits, and automakers must meet annual targets or face fines.
Earlier Effects
The mandate’s effects begin as early as model year 2026 (vehicles sold starting late 2025), with the 20% ZEV sales requirement. This forces automakers to prioritize ZEV production and marketing immediately, as they need to retool factories, secure battery supply chains, and shift consumer demand within a tight timeline. Posts on X and industry feedback highlight concerns about insufficient charging infrastructure and consumer resistance, with some estimating Canada needs 679,000 charging ports by 2040 (up from 30,000 in 2023) to meet demand.
Public sentiment, as seen in polls, shows skepticism: an October 2023 Ipsos poll found 66% of Canadians view the 2035 timeline as “unrealistic,” and a May 2024 Nanos poll indicated 66% oppose a total ICE ban. This suggests potential political pushback, especially if infrastructure or affordability lags.
I cannot believe people who think they are intelligent vote for this trash.
