http://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/sustainability/quebec-plans-to-put-100000-electric-or-hybrid-vehicles-on-the-road-by-2020-155916/
Quebec plans to put 100,000 electric or hybrid vehicles on the road by 2020
Province to invest $420 million in electric vehicle initiatives
MONTREAL—Quebec Premier, Philippe Couillard, has unveiled a plan to
greatly boost the use of electric cars across Canada’s largest province.
Already a region with one of the most advanced electric networks in the
world—supported environmentally by its significant hydroelectric
capacity—the Quebec government will invest $420 million in electric
vehicle subsidies, charging stations and on-road perks for EV drivers
over the next five years as part of its Plan d’action en électrification
des transports.
Already providing subsidies of up to $8,000 to all-electric vehicle
owners, $500 for hybrids and $1,000 for low-speed electrics, the
government will continue to encourage EV use across Quebec. The
province’s ever-increasing charging network and fast-charge stations in
particular, make it more convenient for drivers to travel between cities
in EVs.
Responding to the announcement the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’
Association said Quebec the policies will impact the selection and
availability of vehicles for sale in Quebec. While the organization
noted it supports efforts to expand EV use, it said decisions should be
made collaboratively, something that would help accelerate the adoption
of EVs in Quebec.
Meanwhile, the province’s largest public charging network, the Electric
Circuit, commissioned its latest fast-charge station Mont-Joli late last
week, adding to its quickly-growing electrified network.
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