EV Canada Newsletter: Tesla price cuts, Corvette e-ray, WTF Wyoming?

Weekly Recap Issue #45 - Tuesday, January 17th, 2023

Welcome to the latest issue of the EV Canada Newsletter, it’s been another busy week in the EV world and I hope you all have you seatbelts clicked in because it’s going to be a wild ride. Between price cuts, EV releases and increasing availability - 2023 is sure to be a great year for EVs.

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Canada

Save big on Tesla vehicles in Canada with latest incentives and rebates after recent Tesla price cuts.

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y now eligible for additional rebates in Canada" "Get the latest information on incentives and rebates for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y across Canada. Find out how much you can save on your next electric car purchase, depending on your province of residence. With new MSRPs from Tesla, the Model 3 and Model Y are now eligible for additional rebates, including $5,000 federal incentive. Check out the links to each province's EV rebate website to clarify your eligibility.

Federal Incentives

Good news for electric car buyers in Canada, as Transport Canada has officially added the Model 3 RWD to its list of vehicles eligible for the $5,000 iZEV incentive. This means, no matter how many options you add to your Model 3 RWD order, it will still qualify for the incentive, which is based on the base MSRP.

This morning it became official as Transport Canada has added the Model 3 RWD to its list of vehicles eligible for the $5,000 iZEV incentive. You can add as many options as you want to your order but it will still qualify as the incentive is based on the base MSRP.

British Columbia

  • Model 3 RWD – $4,000 ($50,990)

  • Model Y LR – $4,000$ (65,990)

Residents of British Columbia can now take advantage of an additional $4,000 off the Model 3 RWD and Model Y LR, as both vehicles fall under the CleanBC rebate threshold of $55,000 for mid-size cars and $70,000 for SUVs. However, it's important to note that there are new income requirements that may impact the amount of your rebate.

Quebec

  • Model 3 RWD – $7,000 ($47,990)

Quebec residents can take advantage of the most generous provincial rebate for electric vehicles (EVs) currently available in Canada. The rebate applies to EVs under $60,000 (soon to be $65,000) making it an excellent opportunity to save on your EV purchase.

Newfoundland & Labrador

  • All models and variants – up to $2,500

Electric car buyers in Newfoundland and Labrador can save on their Tesla purchase with a rebate that appears to apply to all Tesla models and variants including the Model S and Model X. However, it's important to note that this rebate is only available until March 15, 2023, so act fast to take advantage of this limited-time offer.

Yukon

  • Model 3 RWD – $5,000 ($49,990)

Residents of the Yukon can take advantage of rebates on cars and SUVs with a base MSRP below $60,000. However, it's important to note that the rebate does not apply to pickup trucks, which have a higher limit of $70,000.

New Brunswick

  • Model 3 RWD – $5,000 ($49,990)

New Brunswick residents looking to purchase a new electric vehicle (EV) can save big with a $5,000 rebate on any iZEV eligible vehicle. This means you can take $10,000 off the price of a new Model 3 RWD when you combine it with the federal incentive. Check your eligibility for this rebate on the EV rebate website of New Brunswick.

Nova Scotia

  • Model 3 RWD – $2,000 ($52,990)

Residents of Nova Scotia have the opportunity to save an additional $2,000 on the Model 3 RWD. Similar to New Brunswick, the incentive uses the federal list of iZEV eligible vehicles to determine eligibility. Check your eligibility and take advantage of this offer on the EV rebate website of Nova Scotia.

Winnipeg becomes first Canadian city to move forward with 60-foot zero-emission buses.

The Winnipeg Transit Authority has placed an order for 16 zero-emission buses, a mix of battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, manufactured by New Flyer, a subsidiary of Winnipeg-based NFI Group. The buses are expected to arrive in June 2024, making Winnipeg the first city in Canada to move forward with 60-foot zero-emission buses.

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The contract also includes an option for the city to extend it up to four years to purchase an additional 150 40-foot zero-emission buses in line with the city's plan to have over 100 zero-emission buses in operation by 2027. Financing for the purchase comes from the federal Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The city is also planning to produce green hydrogen on-site and to build charging infrastructure for the buses.

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Harley-Davidson CEO says brand will be 100% electric in the future.

Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz has announced that the company's future will be 100% electric, although this transition will take time and is not something that will happen overnight. Zeitz stated, "At some point in time, Harley Davidson will be all-electric,” he explained. “But that’s a long-term transition that needs to happen. It’s not something you do overnight.” With a design heritage spanning over a century, Harley-Davidson is well known for its loud, large displacement internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered motorcycles, but the company has always evolved and will continue to do so, with the first Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle, known as the LiveWire, first rolled into customer's garages in 2019. LiveWire is now in the process of bringing its second model to production, the LiveWire S2 Del Mar, which is designed to be a more mass market electric motorcycle intended to reach younger, more urban riders.

livewire S2 Del Mar Harley-Davidson

2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray has been revealed.

The all-new 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is the first-ever electric version of the iconic sports car. The hybrid model boasts a powerful electric motor and 6.2-liter V8 engine, resulting in a total output of 665 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque. Chevy claims that the E-Ray can reach 60 miles per hour in just 2.5 seconds, making it the quickest production 'Vette ever. The E-Ray also has a quarter-mile sprint time of 10.5 seconds at a speed of 130 mph. The front axle of the E-Ray is equipped with an electric motor producing 160 horsepower and 125 pound-feet of torque, powered by a 1.9-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery. The E-Ray also features a stealth mode, allowing it to drive at speeds up to 45 mph without using the V8 engine, perfect for quietly exiting a neighborhood. The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is set to debut in 2024, making it a highly-anticipated addition to the Chevrolet lineup.

The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray features a powerful powertrain, including the familiar LT2 6.2-liter V8 engine from the Stingray. This engine provides 495 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, making the E-Ray a force to be reckoned with on the road. Additionally, the E-Ray is equipped with a new lightweight 12-volt lithium-ion battery that powers the ICE's stop-start system, adding to the efficiency of this hybrid sports car.

Beyond the new powertrain, the E-Ray offers a range of features that set it apart from the competition. The Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 suspension system comes standard, providing optimal handling and performance. All E-Ray models also come with Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, ensuring strong stopping power. The E-Ray rides on Michelin Pilot Sport all-season tires with a staggered 20- and 21-inch size, and summer rubber is an optional upgrade.

The E-Ray also boasts a bold and sporty design, standing out with a 3.6 inches wider body than the standard Stingray, a different front fascia with more prominent horizontal elements, and new vents in the back bumper. The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is set to debut in 2024, making it a highly-anticipated addition to the Chevrolet lineup.

The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray offers a range of exterior color options for buyers to choose from, including 14 different shades such as Riptide Blue, Seawolf Gray, and Cacti. Carbon Flash badges come standard, and customers have the option to add a carbon ground effects kit. The E-Ray also features a model-exclusive Electric Blue body stripe, as well as black exhaust tips and bright badging as alternative options. Additionally, buyers can choose from four different aluminum wheel designs and a carbon fiber option.

Chevy also announced that the 2024 Corvettes will come with updated driver assistance technology, including lane-keep assist with departure warning, forward-collision alert, and automatic emergency braking. The E-Ray will go on sale later this year, with Chevy stating that the 2024 model year will likely mean an arrival in the second half of 2023. Pricing will start at $104,295 for the 1LZ coupe and $111,295 for the 1LZ convertible (before the destination fee). The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is set to debut in 2024, making it a highly-anticipated addition to the Chevrolet lineup.

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