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I posted updated at:
https://aptera.us/community/discussion/ev-rebates-in-canada-information/
According to the Government of Canada Transportation site:
Funding of $92,919,522 was provided on April 1, 2022, to continue the iZEV Program. Budget 2022 provides an additional $1.6 billion to continue the Program until March 31, 2025. This funding will become available once Budget 2022 is approved. -
Just some information with regard to current EV rebates in Canada and how they relate to Aptera.
Unfortunately, because the Aptera has 3 wheels, it will not qualify for an EV rebate (in Canada) as the iZEV program is currently restricted to vehicles with 4 wheels (I know, ridiculous). Below is a statement I received from the Zero-Emission Vehicles iZEV program on 11-May-2022:
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Zero-Emission Vehicles iZEV / Incitatifs pour l’achat de véhicules zéro émission iVZE (TC):
The overall objective of the iZEV program is to contribute to a clean transportation system by increasing the adoption of affordable zero-emission vehicles in Canada. The program’s vehicle price caps have been expanded to include more zero-emission vehicles to continue to contribute to clean transportation system.
Can additional vehicles be added to the list of eligible vehicles?
Yes. Automakers can apply to Transport Canada to have specific makes and models added to the list of eligible vehicles. We will then review the application to make sure the vehicle is eligible for the iZEV Program before adding it to the list.
NEW! The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) has increased to $55,000 for base model passenger cars with higher trims of up to $65,000. The MSRP has increased to $60,000 for base models of station wagons, pickup trucks (light trucks), sport utility vehicles (SUVs), minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles with higher trims up to $70,000.
What vehicles are eligible?
- a passenger car, where the base model Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is less than $55,000; an
- higher priced trims of these vehicles, up to a maximum MSRP of $65,000, will also be eligible for purchase incentives;
Or
- a station wagon, pickup truck (light truck), sport utility vehicle (SUV), minivan, van, or special purpose vehicle, where the base model Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is less than $60,000; and
- higher priced trims of these vehicles, up to a maximum MSRP of $70,000, will also be eligible for purchase incentives.
Please note that all eligible vehicles under the iZEV program are listed on the list of eligible vehicles below:
List of eligible vehicles under the iZEV Program (canada.ca):
For more information on the program and it’s eligibility requirements, please visit the webpage below:
https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles
Zero-emission vehicles (canada.ca) Contact:
iZEV Program / Programme iVZE
Email: iZEV-iVZE@tc.gc.ca
Phone: 1-800-OCanada (1-800-622-6232) / TTY: 1-800-926-9105
canada.ca/zero-emission-vehicles / canada.ca/vehicules-zero-emission
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Just some thoughts:
- It may be wise for Aptera corporate (and those that have made a reservation here in Canada) to contact the above to show support for Aptera and ask that the Aptera be included in the EV rebate list.
- It would also be prudent to petition the government of Canada, specifically provincial DOT (Department of Transportation) to re-classify the Aptera as something other than a motorcycle or motorized tri-cycle (as is the case in Alberta, and probably several other provinces). If not, then we will be required to wear a helmet and obtain a motorcycle license (at least, that is what would be required in Alberta)!
Would love to see an Aptera on Canadian roads.
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Just to clarify – nearly all Open Source projects are monitored by a parent company. For example, Microsoft has moved a vast amount of their software to the open source world — anyone can SUGGEST a change (create a new branch per se), but it must undergo a peer-review AND pass all existing tests; and even then, may not be included as a feature in a subsequent production release.
To John Malcom’s point – naturally, some sub-systems may contain Intellectual Property (IP) that a company will not include in the “open” part of the source. However, interesting modifications can be proposed, for example, if someone wanted to develop a different User Interface for various systems or cultures (entertainment, environment, drive / battery monitor, etc.), or develop an algorithm that may enhance power consumption.
I don’t think very many people (myself included), would have the technical know-how and some sort of on-line simulator would probably need to be set-up, which would be a prohibitive cost), but it would be a very unique thing to offer. I am constantly amazed by the talent that exists out there and sometimes someone may suggest something that makes a product that much better. Anyway, it was just a thought.