Unbelievable, they're just making this up as they go along. I guess Chrysler have way better lobbying than Tesla. How the minister can announce this with a straight face is beyond me.
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Federal EV coming this budget 2019
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Unbelievable, they're just making this up as they go along. I guess Chrysler have way better lobbying than Tesla. How the minister can announce this with a straight face is beyond me.
StealthP3D
Well-Known Member
I wouldn't argue with them but I wouldn't wither up and go away either.
A simple comment like: "the billionaires get all the best tax breaks, I saw an opportunity to get a tax break for myself and I got a car that's super fun and efficient to drive at the same time" will generally shut the ignorant people up. It's best if you say it in a happy and enthusiastic manner. People have a hard time being negative when you're really happy.
Don't be taken aback or apologetic. The wrong thing to say is "I know, it was a real splurge for me and I feel a little guilty" or "everyone benefits from the cleaner air". Just tell them how happy you are to be able to own such a nice driving car that is so powerful and how you feel like you're getting your share of the tax breaks that usually go to much wealthier people. Rub it in a little. The next thing you know they will be buying one for themselves!
There have been various articles about the EV sales slowing way down in Quebec due to the lack of details about the Federal program. People don't want to take delivery of a vehicle now and miss out on a rebate by two months, depending on the program. Someone contacted their deputy and got a tone-deaf response that work wouldn't even start on details until June.
https://www.lapresse.ca/affaires/economie/201904/02/01-5220611-coup-de-frein-pour-les-ventes-de-voitures-electriques.php
https://www.lapresse.ca/affaires/economie/201904/02/01-5220611-coup-de-frein-pour-les-ventes-de-voitures-electriques.php
The Transportation Minister Garneau is supposed to communicate more details on this program tomorrow.
Minister Garneau to discuss clean economy and Budget 2019 in Montreal - Canada.ca
Minister Garneau to discuss clean economy and Budget 2019 in Montreal - Canada.ca
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Phillip L
Gas Passer
The reality is that the Liberals at least believe in global warming and are doing something. The Conservatives say they believe but want to do nothing, or even actively work against any work on the environment, and the NDP are just not in the game. Guess I have to vote Liberal.
Also Tesla used to have on the Canadian Incentives page a mention of a possible Federal Incentive.
which has now been removed with this left.
Electric Vehicle Incentives
British Columbia $5,000 rebate for vehicles with a base price under $77,000
Up to $750 rebate on Wall Connector and installation
Carpool lane access (with official EV decal)
Ontario Carpool lane access
Québec Up to $8,000 rebate for vehicles with a base price under $75,000
Up to $3,000 rebate for vehicles with a base price between $75,000 and $125,000
Up to $600 rebate on Wall Connector and installation
Reserved lane access (with official EV decal)
Sign-up for free toll bridges and ferry access
Please refer to the program websites for the latest information.
Electric Vehicle Incentives
which has now been removed with this left.
Electric Vehicle Incentives
British Columbia $5,000 rebate for vehicles with a base price under $77,000
Up to $750 rebate on Wall Connector and installation
Carpool lane access (with official EV decal)
Ontario Carpool lane access
Québec Up to $8,000 rebate for vehicles with a base price under $75,000
Up to $3,000 rebate for vehicles with a base price between $75,000 and $125,000
Up to $600 rebate on Wall Connector and installation
Reserved lane access (with official EV decal)
Sign-up for free toll bridges and ferry access
Please refer to the program websites for the latest information.
Electric Vehicle Incentives
hingisfan
hingisfan_Mark_V
Tesla no where to be seen on this list! what a disgrace
List of eligible vehicles under the iZEV Program - Transport Canada
List of eligible vehicles under the iZEV Program - Transport Canada
5_+JqckQttqck
Active Member
Not surprised - Political move to keep manufacturing jobs in Canada supporting meh products when the best of the best is 600CAD more.
Tony_YYZ
Tezler Guru
According to their list, if the base model qualifies, the loaded model qualifies and transport, preparation and dealer fees don't count.
So, a Kona EV preferred (which isn't even available in Canada yet) at $44,995 + up to $3,000 in fees depending on the stealership is eligible and it makes the Kona EV Ultimate at $52,000 + $3,000 eligible too.
A base 3 SR at $47,600 + $1,300 is not eligible, though.
The dealer and traditional auto manufacturer lobbies are happy with this program which is all about protectionism and little about the environment.
So, a Kona EV preferred (which isn't even available in Canada yet) at $44,995 + up to $3,000 in fees depending on the stealership is eligible and it makes the Kona EV Ultimate at $52,000 + $3,000 eligible too.
A base 3 SR at $47,600 + $1,300 is not eligible, though.
The dealer and traditional auto manufacturer lobbies are happy with this program which is all about protectionism and little about the environment.
Hopefully my just ordered SR+ will be delivered on May 1st or after. Tesla can lobby the Transport Ministry to get the Model 3 SR+ on the list which is not yet final or ever will be as they can add and delete at will. Here is one instance where I hope Tesla do deliver in 3 to 4 weeks time.
hingisfan
hingisfan_Mark_V
How does the Niro EV qualify? I thought it started at 55k cdn.
We need a better usd/cdn rate so Tesla can drop cdn pricing and we can sneak in.
We need a better usd/cdn rate so Tesla can drop cdn pricing and we can sneak in.
phigment
Member
It's less about actual impact on the economy/environment and more to do with political optics.
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