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Welcome to the EV Fast Five where I share with you EV content worth paying attention to. There’s a ton of EV content out there - around 500M daily tweets and, 720K hours of video uploaded daily to YouTube.
Out of all this content there’s only a few key pieces that are worth paying attention to, and there are 5 of them below 👇️
This weeks’ version is YouTube videos only for your EV eyeballs enjoyment!
#1
Keep your eyes on Chinese EVs. No they aren’t available in Canada (or the US) and no indications that they ever will. However, with the recent tariff war and soured relationships with our friends to the south, I think opening Canada to Chinese EVs could lead to benefits for all (if done right)! For example, I think that the Chinese manufacturers would be requiredto set up facilities (either vehicle manufacturing, battery fabrication etc) creating jobs for Canadians and offering purchasing or leasing incentives as well.
Keeping an eye on Chinese EVs will also keep you up to date on the latest technology available in the EV industry. Tesla is no doubt the powerhouse in North America but globally, there are Chinese EV manufacturers that are incoporating technology that is many cases is better than Tesla. Tesla die hards love to share a narrative that Tesla is the be all, end all globally in terms of technology when it comes to EVs, but the truth is, is that there are other brands that are neck and neck with Tesla. Pros and cons to each manufacturer as it’s been since forever!
#2
Earlier this month, at Kia EV Day, 3 new electric vehicles were announced.
Kia EV2 Concept: Set for theEuropean market, with the availability in the North American market uncertain. The EV2 is perfect as a small, fun to drive, commuter vehicle for every day life. The starting price is around 30,000€ (~$46,550 CAD). No official news but set to be released in 2026.
Kia EV4: This sedan will be coming to the North American EV market, with hatchback version uncertain for North American EV market. The starting price is around 37,000€ (~$57,410 CAD). The EV4 is set to be released in Canada as a 2026 model.
Kia PV5: Comes in 4 variants, including a passenger van. In Canada, the passenger and cargo versions will be available. The PV5 will not be making it’s way to the US. The PV5 is a very versatile vehicle with many configurations. 35,000€ (~$54,310 CAD). Set to begin manufacturing this summer and will be released in Canada as a 2026 model.
On the subject, be sure to check out the EV5 which is also set to arrive in 2026 - might just be my next EV.
Are you on Reddit? Check out our subreddit at https://reddit.com/r/evcanada
#3
Hyundai has gained major market share with their Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 EVs. Each of them have won awards across the industry and have become quite popular - seeing one at least every day. Hyundai is working to build on the continued success of their EVs by introducing the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 SUV.
Above is a great review of the Ioniq 9 highlighting the interior, exterior and specifications.
Quick look:
LED headlights and grille.
Will come with a 110.3 kwh battery (larger than the Kia EV9).
AWD Performance variant give 429hp.
Will come standard with the NACS connector for charging.
#4
If at home garage vehicle modifications scare you, look away!
In the above video, Rich Rebuilds takes a small kei car, removes the ICE and associated components and replaces it with motors from an Arcimoto 3-wheeled vehicle.
Very fun, humourous video for your eyeballs enjoyment!
#5
Australia has become the first country to enable V2G nation wide! The above video discusses V2G, V2G products, the technological challenges and how Australia is implementing V2G. Perhaps Canada can learn from Australia’s implementation?
BONUS COOL VIDEO: