Indian-built Škoda Kylaq’s European launch ‘very much on the table’, says boss
Exclusive - Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer reveals bringing the Kylaq to Europe as a cut-price SUV is a possibility
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Canada
EV rebate claims top $122M, but many dealers still waiting on Ottawa to pay
Many car dealers say they're still waiting to get the funds they are owed after millions in federal subsidies were claimed on new electric vehicles since the new program launched.
Transportation
Slate Auto will start taking orders for its low-cost EV on June 24
The Bezos-backed EV startup has yet to announce final pricing for its vehicle, which is supposed to start shipping by the end of this year.
Electric Vehicles
Commission rebuffs calls to ditch clean car quotas for corporate buyers
Binding EV targets needed after petrol, diesel rollback, official says
Transportation
Rivian under investigation over rear suspension failures on R1 models
At least two owners have lost control of their vehicles after a critical suspension component broke. In both cases, the vehicles had been previously serviced.
Canada
BYD confirms Canadian launch in late 2026, plans to build over 20 dealerships
Chinese EV giant BYD says it will launch in Canada in late 2026 with more than 20 dealerships as Ottawa’s new China trade deal fuels debate over jobs and supply…
Transportation
Rivian will deliver the first R2 SUVs on June 9
The company has finally set a date for the first customer deliveries of what CEO RJ Scaringe has said is "maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date."
News
‘Sharp decline’ in auto theft and reported crashes across province, says ICBC
The spring data roundup from the public auto insurer also shows hybrid vehicle registrations have now eclipsed EVs in B.C.
Car Industry
German carmakers continue pre-emptive campaign against PFAS ban
Industry lobbying comes amid growing public concern over 'forever chemicals'
Transportation
Ferrari’s first EV is not for you
The Ferrari Luce seems to be more aimed at regulatory compliance and China, putting a lot of pressure on the Jony Ive-designed EV.
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Opinions - Energy and Environment
State and local policymakers can lead us through Iran’s energy reckoning
State and local leaders have an opportunity to protect their constituents from fossil fuel price shocks by investing in electric vehicles, public transportation, and walkable, affordable housing.