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Final electric-vehicle mandate to come Tuesday, sales must double by 2026

Final electric-vehicle mandate to come Tuesday, sales must double by 2026

OTTAWA — Canadian auto companies sold more electric vehicles this year than ever before, but would still need to nearly double that number within three years to meet a new national mandate.
Auto dealers association demands more EV charging stations, improved affordability

Auto dealers association demands more EV charging stations, improved affordability

OTTAWA — The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association is raising concerns about electric vehicle affordability and charging infrastructure.
John Ducker: Malahat can be treacherous in the rain

John Ducker: Malahat can be treacherous in the rain

Hydroplaning among worst results of winter conditions
Tesla to build biggest North America service centre in Vancouver

Tesla to build biggest North America service centre in Vancouver

Tesla’s plan is for a 120,000-sq.-ft. flagship centre for vehicle servicing, new vehicle preparation, delivery operations, and a showroom.
John Ducker: Numbers demonstrate the risks of impaired driving

John Ducker: Numbers demonstrate the risks of impaired driving

A by-the-numbers perspective on why we need to keep drinking and drugged drivers off our roads.
New B.C. strata rules make it easier for owners to ask for EV charging stations

New B.C. strata rules make it easier for owners to ask for EV charging stations

The regulations that come into effect immediately will also require strata corps to do electrical planning reports in next few years.
Vancouver unveils Canada's first electric fire truck

Vancouver unveils Canada's first electric fire truck

Fire Chief Karen Fry: "I can't wait to see more of these engines come into service in Vancouver."
John Ducker: Upselling features: The good, the bad and the silly

John Ducker: Upselling features: The good, the bad and the silly

Here’s my view on vehicle options, past and present, that were booms or busts
Why widespread EV adoption in B.C. will take time

Why widespread EV adoption in B.C. will take time

Province's timeline for phasing out selling new gas-powered car could make available vehicles scarce, and hike prices
John Ducker: Auto maintenance, safe driving your best defence against accidents

John Ducker: Auto maintenance, safe driving your best defence against accidents

Season-appropriate tires, buckling up and an emergency kit are especially important in winter