Author: Andrew Batiuk
Tesla Model Y earns high praise from RCMP after one year on the job
“the Model Y is always being the first car signed out” “Despite many who thought the Model Y would be a bad choice for the RCMP and that it would run out of battery in the middle of a chase, battery life has not been an issue. In fact, during the first year of…
Alberta’s Grid – What Happened, What’s Next, & What About EVs?
This weekend was an interesting one as an EV advocate in Alberta. Alberta’s power grid dominated the headlines – ‘we are out of power, everyone panic, will there be blackouts during the coldest period in quite some time?’ I’ve seen a lot of speculation and, frankly, misinformation about what caused the situation, and specifically to…
EVAA Supports Federal Zero-Emission Vehicle Regulations
The Electric Vehicle Association of Alberta (EVAA) is in full support of the federal zero-emission vehicle regulations, an important step towards a cleaner, sustainable future. This initiative includes options such as fuel cell vehicles, aligning with Alberta’s industry, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) that address particular use cases where battery electric vehicles (BEVs) may…
Annual EV Sales pass 1M in the U.S.A.
Electric vehicle (EV) sales in the United States have reached a significant landmark, exceeding 1 million units for the first time. This achievement is noteworthy. Amidst recent discussions suggesting a potential slowdown in EV sales, this development reinforces the enduring presence and growth of electric vehicles.
Local EV reaches 500,000km
Local owner Darryl Kolewaski posted about reaching 500,000KM on his Tesla Model S (original battery). What a glorious location to cross that milestone, Alberta’s wonderous Jasper National Park. We’ve been keeping an eye on this vehicles progress – and it is exciting to now be marching towards 1 million KMs! Do you think it will…
Cybertruck Arrives in Canada! (Should’ve been Calgary!)
The X account @Vancity_Tesla posted a photo of the first Cybertruck in a Canadian Tesla showroom – in Langle. This highly anticipated (and perhaps polarizing) EV is nearly, almost, oh so close to being actually here! Shame Tesla didn’t realize that Alberta would have been a highly fitting home for their truck.
Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Awareness Across the Prairies
Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Awareness Across the Prairies The Electric Vehicle Association of Alberta (EVAA) is proud to announce the EV Prairies Action & Leadership (EV PAL). A project funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) through the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVAI) and in partnership with communities across Alberta, including the Cities of Calgary, Edmonton…
List of Available EVs
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The 2023 Genesis GV60 Is a Crazy Quirky EV From the Future
Doug DeMuro offers his take on the Genesis GV60… one especially quirky EV.
Global Vehicle Sales – 3 EVs In The Top 20!
The Tesla Model 3 hits Global top 10 best-selling cars in 2021. Full ranking 3 EVs ranked in the top 20 for global vehicle sales. Tesla has spots #9 with the Model 3 and #19 with the Y. #20 was the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV. This will be an interesting list to watch next…