EV News & Info
CGP Grey undertakes a unique roadtrip in a Model X
CGP Grey is a Youtube personality who typically makes videos explaining why/how things happen. He is not a Tesla Youtuber. He actually doesn't typically drive (after a bad accident years ago, he avoids driving). He needed to cross the USA and was offered a Tesla Model...
Doug DeMuro reviews Audi E-Tron SUV
Doug is known for focusing more on the quirks of the car than typical reviewers. He seems to like what he sees with Audi's electric SUV.
CBC’s Airs: Ask An EV Expert
This was a pretty good and length segment that addresses many of the questions people have about the EV ownership experience. It has a few Ontario focused responses, but is well worth a watch....
VW study confirms EVs pollute less than ICE – from cradle to grave
Volkswagen just published results of a certified life cycle assessment of the Volkswagen Golf, a model they offer as both an ICE and an EV. They found that the EV variant offers a higher CO2-saving potential in all phases of the product cycle. The Golf TDI emits 140g...
EV Incentives are here!
Starting May 1 2019, the Government of Canada is offering purchase and lease incentives for eligible EV/PHEVs. The particulars are a little... well... particular: Vehicles with 6 or fewer seats, and a starting price under $45,000, with models up to $55,000 (MSRP) will...
CHQR Radio Interview on the Federal EV Incentive March 2019
On March 22nd, 2019 the EVAA attended the Ryan Jespersen Show on 770 CHQR Calgary to lend thoughts and insights on the Canadian federal electric vehicle incentive and to talk in general about the electrification of transportation.
MCCAC Electric Vehicle Program
Municipalities now have access to funding through the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) to introduce electric vehicles to municipal fleets. Alberta communities can save energy, costs and reduce emissions with the Electric Vehicles for Municipalities (EVM) program. Rebates are available for feasibility studies, charging stations and electric vehicles.
2018 EV Sales Numbers
Electric Mobility Canada published data for 2018. EV sales grew 125% and accounted for 2.2% of all passenger vehicle sales.
Non-Profit Announcement
EVAA was the brainchild of one forward-thinking individual back in 2014. He knew EVs were the future, but also knew it wouldn't be an easy road ahead, especially here in Alberta. Thus, a Facebook group was born. Through much hard work, EVAA gained physical form,...
Peaks to Prairies Charging Corridor
EVAA was proud to be a part of the official launch of the Peaks to Prairies EV charging corridor project today in Lethbridge. Over 100 dignitaries and interested parties gathered at Lethbridge College. Various communities in southern Alberta have committed over...