Clean Energy Canada responds to reports that the federal government is considering updating its EV Availability Standard - Clean Energy Canada

Clean Energy Canada, through executive director Rachel Doran and public affairs director Joanna Kyriazis, responded to reports that the Canadian federal government is considering revising its Electric Vehicle (EV) Availability Standard, also known as the ZEV mandate. They emphasize that the global shift to EVs is accelerating rapidly due to technological advancements and consumer benefits, not just policy or climate concerns. While government policies have been crucial in mainstreaming EV adoption in mature markets like Norway, the EU, and China, Canada faces pressure from its traditional auto sector—closely tied to the U.S.—to repeal its EV Availability Standard amid shifting American EV policies that diverge from global trends. The authors argue that the EV Availability Standard is fundamentally a consumer-focused policy designed to increase EV choices and affordability, supported by significant government investments in incentives, infrastructure, and manufacturing. Clean Energy Canada recommends that any adjustments to the EV Availability Standard be made within a broader policy framework aimed at delivering affordable EVs priced under $40,000 to