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Canada's EV Market Struggles Amid High Prices and Uncertainty

2/17/2026

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Canada's EV market share declined in 2025 due to a lack of affordable options and inadequate charging infrastructure.
The federal auto strategy adds tougher emissions standards and EV rebates but details remain vague.
Luxury EVs showed divergence, with Cadillac's sales surging while Porsche's declined.
The reintroduced rebate program aims to aid dealers but many await reimbursements from the prior program.

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Story summary

Canada's EV market share declined in 2025 due to a lack of affordable options and inadequate charging infrastructure.
The federal auto strategy adds tougher emissions standards and EV rebates but details remain vague.
Luxury EVs showed divergence, with Cadillac's sales surging while Porsche's declined.
The reintroduced rebate program aims to aid dealers but many await reimbursements from the prior program.