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We See You, ACU: Intel unveils platform aimed to reduce automaker costs, improve performance in software-defined vehicles

Las Vegas, Nevada— At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week, Intel announced an expanded lineup of products and partnerships to support automakers transitioning to electric and software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The company says this vehicle platform includes high-performance computing, graphics, artificial intelligence (AI), and power management solutions, which Intel hopes will reduce costs and improve […]

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Provincial Price-Ups: Alberta government confirms $200 annual registration fee for electric vehicles to begin early 2025

Edmonton, Alberta – According to the provincial government, Albertans who drive electric vehicles will have to pay a $200 annual registration fee later this year. The legislation, which falls under Bill 32 of the province’s budget report, is expected to come into effect in early 2025. The $200 fee, when it comes into effect, is […]

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Wired Wisdom: Tesla adds interactive wiring diagram for the Cybertruck to its Service Mode Plus subscription

Toronto, Ontario — Tesla has now introduced a service tool on the Cybertruck that displays a wiring diagram for the vehicle. As noted by a Cybertruck driver on social media platform X, using the updated software, users are able to locate any connector on the vehicle and see the connector pinout, wire colours, as well […]

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High-Voltage Handling: Ford releases repair updates on the Mustang Mach-E SUV in latest On Target newsletter

Toronto, Ontario – In the final 2024 volume of Ford’s On Target newsletter, the automaker details tips on repairing the Mustang Mach-E SUV, including ways to safely work with the high-voltage systems. Some notable safety tips highlighted in the newsletter include always assuming the vehicle’s high-voltage system is powered up. Here, the high-voltage cables and […]

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EV/AV Report: Alberta introduces EV registration fees; while a Waymo robotaxi collides with a delivery robot

Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, the province of Alberta has officially passed legislation that will require–once officially signed into law–a registration fee for electric vehicle (EV) drivers; while a recent video circulating social media shows a Waymo robotaxi colliding with a delivery robot in a robot-on-robot mix-up. Provincial price-ups […]

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Electric Learning: Camosun College receives ‘EVan’ for electric vehicle repair learning opportunity

Victoria, British Columbia — Camosun College has announced that it plans to help drive electric vehicle repair education through hands-on learning experiences using the ‘EVan.’ Notably, using the ‘EVan’–which is specifically a new BrightDrop Zero 400–students  in trades programs such as automotive repair will have the opportunity to learn about repairing vehicles with high-voltage systems. In […]

EV/AV Report: Vinfast brings 10-year warranty to Canadian EV buyers; while President-elect Donald Trump ponders scrapping car-crash reporting rules

Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, electric vehicle manufacturer Vinfast has announced that it will be bringing a 10-year warranty for Canadian drivers; while President-elect Donald Trump reportedly debates scrapping car-crash reporting rules. Welcoming warranties  Vinfast has announced that in order to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Canada, it […]

Welding Wellness: Volvo releases position statement on how to safely weld an electric vehicle

Toronto, Ontario — Volvo has released a position statement that updates technicians on the necessary precautions to take when welding the brand’s electric vehicles. Specifically, the position statement outlines when to disconnect the 12V and high-voltage batteries and when high-voltage components require removal. As noted in the report, safety precautions that should be taken include […]

Sustainability Station: Nova Bus partners with Lithion Technologies to create more sustainable public transportation

Toronto, Ontario — Nova Bus, a member of the Volvo Group, has announced a strategic partnership with Lithion Technologies in an effort to enhance the sustainability of its urban transportation solutions. As noted in a recent press release, through this collaboration, end-of-life batteries from Nova Bus buses in use across Canada will be collected, transported […]

Subsidy Stops: Quebec government to suspend electric vehicle purchase subsidies

Quebec City, Quebec — Last week, the Quebec government announced that it and the “Roulez Vert” programme do not have sufficient funds to continue offering subsidies to purchase new electric vehicles. The program will reportedly be suspended in February of 2025. As a result, until December 31, Quebec consumers will still be able to take […]

Goodbye gas: Quebec officially passes bill to ban gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035

Quebec City, Quebec — Last Monday, the Quebec government announced the official adoption of a bill that will prohibit the sale of certain gas-powered vehicles by 2035. This ban will specifically take place in two stages, with the first part beginning on January 31, 2034, when it will be illegal in the province to advertise […]

EV/AV Report: Tesla Cybertruck owner racks up 50,000 miles; while Switzerland announces the regulation of autonomous driving

Toronto, Ontario—In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, a Tesla Cybertruck with a little over 50,000 miles registered is supposedly the highest-mileage version of the vehicle in the world. Meanwhile, the government of Switzerland has announced that it is regulating the use of autonomous driving within the country. Mastering mileage A YouTube video by TesLatino highlights […]

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