Don’t let short-term politics derail B.C.’s long-term EV future - Clean Energy Canada

The article from Clean Energy Canada emphasizes the importance of maintaining British Columbia’s (B.C.) long-term electric vehicle (EV) policies despite short-term political pressures and challenges. It highlights recent major investments in Canada’s EV sector, including Volkswagen’s battery plant in Ontario, new EV parts facilities in Windsor, and Ford’s $5-billion plan to produce affordable EVs, all reflecting a long-term industry outlook. The author argues that B.C. should adopt a similar long-term perspective, especially as some auto groups push to weaken the province’s EV sales regulation, which mandates carmakers to supply more EVs. Since the EV sales regulation was implemented in 2019, B.C. has seen a significant rise in zero-emission vehicle sales—from 4.1% of new car sales in 2018 to 22.4% in 2024—with nearly 200,000 electric cars now on its roads. The policy has expanded consumer choice, increased affordability, and helped establish a strong used