"Electric Vehicle Sales Get a Boost, But Momentum Fades: Despite a Revived Rebate Program, Canadian Demand for Zero-Emission Vehicles Drops Off. The Canadian government's decision to revive its Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) rebate program in April was seen as a major boost for the industry, helping to drive sales in the segment. However, the latest numbers suggest that the program's impact may be short-lived, as the penetration rate of ZEVs in the Canadian market dropped back into single digits in April, after reaching a high of 12.2 per cent in March. As the country continues to grapple with climate change and air pollution, the fluctuating demand for electric vehicles raises questions about the effectiveness of government incentives in driving adoption."
Ottawa revived its ZEV rebate program in April, helping buoy sales in the segment. But after adoption climbed to 12.2 per cent in March, the penetration rate fell back into single digits in April.
