A new registration fee for electric and hybrid vehicles in Nova Scotia will take effect next month, marking the first tax specifically targeting these vehicles in the province. The levy aims to address concerns over the financial burden on the healthcare system and infrastructure costs associated with the growing adoption of electric vehicles. While details on the fee structure remain limited, officials emphasize that the measure is intended to balance sustainability goals with fiscal responsibility. Critics argue the policy could disproportionately affect lower-income drivers already investing in cleaner transportation options.
New levy on Nova Scotia electric and hybrid vehicle registrations starts Oct. 1 PNI Atlantic News
