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  1. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV Rebates Cancelled July 11, 2018

    So long as manufacturers aren't "vacuuming up" EVIP. Gov should be vigilant on this.
  2. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV Rebates Cancelled July 11, 2018

    Doesn't seem in keeping with Tesla's original mission statement: “to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable transport.” I think any company that "vacuum's up" taxpayer incentives should be immediately disqualified from said incentive. Government should be monitoring all MSRP (and...
  3. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV Rebates Cancelled July 11, 2018

    I really hope it is a coincidence...
  4. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV Rebates Cancelled July 11, 2018

    Such great news! Kudos to Glen Murray and team!
  5. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Fingers crossed Tesla makes similar available in Canada. I sent this to Cara @ PlugNDrive who tweeted this: Cara Clairman on Twitter Here's the article: Tesla unbundles a bunch of basic options in Model S to get access to EV incentives in Germany
  6. Ktowntslafan

    "I Drive Electric" Cruise - A National Drive Electric Week Event

    Did anyone get to chat with Glen Murray re: punitive EVIP changes for Tesla? Plug'nDrive on Twitter
  7. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    I will keep you posted. Retweets can't hurt...so if you're on Twitter...
  8. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario to spend 7 Billion on Climate Plan

    Ontario to spend $7-billion in sweeping climate change plan
  9. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario tries to allay auto sector fears over climate change plan

    Kudos to Glen Murray for speaking up: In his speech to the Economic Club last Thursday, Mr. Murray called for an entrepreneur in Canada to play a transformative role in the auto industry and “kick Elon Musk’s ass,” referring to the CEO of Tesla. Ontario tries to allay auto sector fears over...
  10. Ktowntslafan

    Have Tesla and Apple disrupted the auto industry past the point of no return?

    How are people feeling now? Tesla & Rivals May Kill The Petrol Car As Early As 2025
  11. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Respectfully, I disagree. I think you're mistaking an ICE lobbyied subsidy program for public policy. That mentality is actually dangerous.....for the public good. Tesla manufactures the most compelling EV's on the planet. We the people should be supporting their efforts. Norways model...
  12. Ktowntslafan

    1M Reservations by Q1 Call

    I'm calling 1M...Model 3 is gorgeous! Ktowntslafan on Twitter
  13. Ktowntslafan

    Will the Tesla Model 3 turn Elon Musk into the next Henry Ford?

    Exceptional article today in Globe and Mail, Canada: Driving through Vancouver 40 years later in an electric-powered Tesla Model S, I could see that this new machine would spell doom for the repair industry – the Tesla had no valves to adjust, no oil to replace, and no spark plugs to clean and...
  14. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Incredible article from Peter Cheney at The Globe : Will the Tesla Model 3 turn Elon Musk into the next Henry Ford?
  15. Ktowntslafan

    Model 3 Reservation Prediction thread

    Additional plant(s) and GF(s), YES! The Model 3 is super sexy...I'm saying 1M reservations within 30 days. Crazy? Ktowntslafan on Twitter
  16. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    If full rebate is available when Model 3 ships I will be shocked...and I'll have a lot of apologizing to do. I certainly don't mind apologizing...I'm officially a reservation holder!!
  17. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Answer: Ontario Liberals face backlash over fundraising pressure tactics
  18. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    For our friends in BC: Please Advise! Climate Leadership from the Fraser Institute? | The Tyee
  19. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Here's what California has implemented. If Libs are concerned about giving rebates to billionaires, this solves it. If Libs are on the take from Big Auto, this fix will never see the light of day. Tesla needs to be part of the program. Please share. California introduces income-based EV...
  20. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    I'm sure Norway has stats on that and are willing to share. Why are we reinventing the wheel? Pick up the phone and call Norway...how did you do it? http://evroadmapconference.com/program/presentations15/OlaElvestuen.pdf It's all right there...and I shared w politicians pre COP21 along w...
  21. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    *Article is from 2014* Illustrates what is possible with aggressive EVIP, and why BIG AUTO would fight a level playing field tooth and nail Tesla Model S is Norway’s best-selling vehicle, outsells Ford’s entire range Norway has gone electric! Norwegians registered nearly 1,500 Tesla Model S...
  22. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    My response...luckily I don't have a private jet ;) Jump in in if you like: Christina Blizzard on Twitter:
  23. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Which one of you is pals with this woman, lol... I first brought this issue to the attention of the government in 2014. Back then, a wealthy person with whom I am acquainted was surprised to discover that when he purchased a Tesla (price tag $150,000) the province rewarded him for going green...
  24. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Somewhat promising tweet from Glen Murray...I thought some of you might like to reply to him: Glen Murray on Twitter:
  25. Ktowntslafan

    Canadian Stores and Service Centers

    Tesla Motors To Open Store Blocks Away From Parliament Hill Tesla Motors to open store blocks from Parliament Hill | Ottawa Citizen
  26. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    I just came across this article: New Ontario electric car rebates raise more questions than answers | Toronto Star Same author here: Ontario makes moves toward greener autos | Toronto Star and here: DETROIT ANALYSIS: Much green talk, little green action | Toronto Star
  27. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Everyone knows what's going on. It's time to call these people out publicly. We really don't have time for this greedy BS. We are cooking ourselves (8 degrees in ON today, Canada geese flying overhead). Check out these strings, use if you like: Green Party Ontario on Twitter: Steve Paikin...
  28. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    I went with the direct approach: Ktowntslafan on Twitter: - - - Updated - - - Anyone catch this retweet from Elon today? New Scientist on Twitter:
  29. Ktowntslafan

    3/4: MSRP EV Incentive Cap hits second province in Canada (now in BC). Please help

    I suspect many families "stretch" to buy a Tesla for ideological reasons. They could/should buy a cheaper car-but don't, because they want to support Tesla's altruistic mission "to accelerate the advent of sustainable transport". Unfortunately, this is precisely the demographic that our new...
  30. Ktowntslafan

    3/4: MSRP EV Incentive Cap hits second province in Canada (now in BC). Please help

    And we have GREEN support from this guy: Ktowntslafan on Twitter: T Pretty awesome!
  31. Ktowntslafan

    3/4: MSRP EV Incentive Cap hits second province in Canada (now in BC). Please help

    Love it! This tweet came in yesterday from ON Green Party: Green Party Ontario on Twitter: Perfect timing-I jumped on it. Check out replies in string (note I brought BC Greens, Elizabeth May and Feds in as well).
  32. Ktowntslafan

    Vancouver Sun - Anti-Tesla electric vehicle subsidy article...

    NEW THREAD RE MSRP CAPS TO ENTIRE TMC COMMUNITY HERE: 3/4: MSRP EV Incentive Cap hits second province in Canada (now in BC). Please help
  33. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    NEW THREAD RE: MSRP CAP TO ENTIRE TMC COMMUNITY HERE: 3/4: MSRP EV Incentive Cap hits second province in Canada (now in BC). Please help
  34. Ktowntslafan

    Tesla Owners in British Columbia

    RT Done!
  35. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Actually, I've been very trusting of politicians-my TMC history will support that. I distrust lobbyists...they are many and seemingly very busy at the moment in Canada. My tone changed precisely with ON EVIP announcement, clearly excluding Tesla-then amplified with BC announcement, clearly...
  36. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Here's what happened in BC...so blatant it's disgusting. Check profiles on everyone in this tweet: Blair Qualey on Twitter: Christy Clark on Twitter: CEV For BC on Twitter: NewCarDealersAssn BC on Twitter: Vancouver Auto Show on Twitter: So both ON and BC incentives were suddenly and...
  37. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Norway’s Best-Selling CarDuring much of 2014, Tesla’s Model S was Norway’s best-selling vehicle. Not best selling electric car, but best-selling vehicle overall. Sales of the Model S have gone gangbusters since its introduction in Norway. In the year and a half since its debut, in the country...
  38. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    So funny and true....thank God for Twitter.
  39. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    I believe it should be an effective program-apply whatever poli buzzword you see fit. Norway's incentive plan is effective. 1 in 5 cars sold are EV's. Copy it. Any divergence from Norway's proven best practice must be "special interest" influence. - - - Updated - - - She sure was...they...
  40. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Gas was 82 cents that day — the lowest it has been since sometime in 2008. If you had to make a case against alternative cars, you just had to point to the pump signage. People always debate the usefulness of plug-in rebates. But the decision to extend and expand those subsidies from between...
  41. Ktowntslafan

    Bloomberg: Tesla Takes on the Dealerships and GM

    After the anti-Tesla language was removed from the bill, GM spokesman Chris Meagher said in a statement that the company wasn’t done fighting. “We will continue to work on this issue in Indiana and nationally, and will continue to express our concern anywhere we find market participants are...
  42. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    Nailed it: Automakers Applaud B.C. Government's Continued Commitment the Announcement for Clean Energy Vehicle Program -- TORONTO, March 2, 2016 Infuriating!
  43. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    The most ridiculous part is this: Tesla is the only reason EV's even exist today. So specifically excluding them from any EV incentive program is incredibly insulting. Who killed the electric car part 2: your and my tax dollars? Madness.
  44. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    This doesn't surprise me at all. It's "phase 2". The Kochs Are Plotting A Multimillion-Dollar Assault On Electric Vehicles
  45. Ktowntslafan

    Tesla Owners in British Columbia

    +1^^^
  46. Ktowntslafan

    GM continues to try to stifle competition

    Going the wrong way up here in Canada...MSRP caps spreading. This out today-Ontario and BC changes too close together and similar in cap to be coincidence. Thread 1: Vancouver Sun - Anti-Tesla electric vehicle subsidy article... - Page 5 Thread 2: Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and...
  47. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    I would argue that the gov is doing just that...picking winners and losers. EVIP used to be brand agnostic, but no longer.
  48. Ktowntslafan

    Ontario EV incentives upped to $14K... and decreased to $3k for Tesla

    "Collaborators" include: GM, Ford, Nissan, Mitsubishi, BMW-but not Tesla...the only manufacturer with the same mission statement. Odd, no? Plug'n Drive's mission is to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in order to maximize their environmental and economic benefits to individuals...