The Canadian federal government is considering the implementation of a new rebate program specifically for made-in-Canada electric vehicles (EVs). This development follows the suspension of the previous EV rebate program, which left auto dealers owed approximately $11 million in unpaid rebates. The government plans to reimburse these dealers, with a deadline set for dealerships to submit their claims within a month. Meanwhile, Transport Canada has concluded an investigation into Tesla's claims under the iZEV rebate program, clearing the company of any wrongdoing. The investigation verified that Tesla's $43.2 million in rebate submissions, covering 8,653 claims, were lawful and met all program requirements. Despite the government’s move to compensate Tesla and dealerships, some Canadian EV buyers remain excluded from receiving rebates. Additionally, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has urged Ontario to revise its support programs for the automotive sector to address challenges posed by tariffs and economic uncertainty.
Ontario should rejig its programs meant to support auto businesses through the impact of tariffs and associated economic uncertainty, the CFIB says. https://t.co/VydPJshDiX
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The CFIB says Ontario should rejig its programs meant to support auto businesses through the impact of tariffs and associated economic uncertainty https://t.co/cbPJ1XqO5d