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News and analysis on electric vehicle charging technology, Canada’s EV charging networks, development and deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, including Level 1, Level 2 and DC fast chargers.

person holding iPhone with switch Electric Circuit app open

SWTCH Energy and Electric Circuit ink charging network roaming deal

The new agreement between SWTCH and Electric Circuit will enable electric vehicles users to access thousands more chargers at public sites and multi-tenant properties across Canada using one app

Electric Vehicle Charging Networks, Electric Vehicle Policies Canada, Public EV Charging, SWTCH Energy, The Electric Circuit

Mehanaz Yakub
November 23, 2022
3 minute read

Readying the electricity grid for EVs is a challenge these experts say we’re ready to handle

In the second instalment in Electric Autonomy Canada’s public EV charging series, panelists revealed how smart investments, new technologies and innovative management can help grids cope with rising electricity demand

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, public, Public EV Charging, Webinars

Mehanaz Yakub
November 18, 2022
6 minute read

EV charger reliability “mission critical” for Canadian network operators, industry experts agree

In Electric Autonomy Canada’s first webinar in a five-part series about public EV charging, experts weighed in on issues surrounding charger reliability and the potential need for a national standard

Charger Reliability, Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Electric Vehicles Canada, Public EV Charging, Webinars

Mehanaz Yakub
November 11, 2022
6 minute read

EV Charging National Discussion Series

You are invited to join a series of panel discussions as Electric Autonomy Canada hosts industry experts and key stakeholders taking a deep dive into the issues and opportunities facing the public electric vehicle charging experience in Canada

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Electric Vehicle Charging Networks, EV charging in condos and MURBs, Public EV Charging, Webinars

Electric Autonomy Staff
October 31, 2022
3 minute read

Hydro-Québec offering turnkey commercial fleet charging solutions through new subsidiary, Cleo

Citing growing demand for its fleet charging solutions, Hydro-Québec created the new subsidiary to more effectively deliver its services and support customers

Commercial Electric and Zero Emission Vehicles, Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Electric Vehicles Canada, Quebec

Emma Jarratt
October 31, 2022
2 minute read

Petro-Canada Electric Highway EV Chargers

An update on Canada’s Electric Highway

Three years after Petro-Canada launched its Electric Highway, it’s using lessons learned and user feedback to take the network forward, emphasizing greater reliability and enhanced communications

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Petro-Canada, Public EV Charging

Presented by Petro-Canada
October 26, 2022
3 minute read

Imperial Oil chooses FLO to roll out new EV charging network

The new partnership between the Quebec-based charging network operator and Canada’s largest petroleum refiner will make charging stations available at Imperial’s Esso and Mobil gas stations

AddÉnergie FLO, Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Electric Vehicle Charging Networks, Public EV Charging

Mehanaz Yakub
October 25, 2022
2 minute read

An open letter — and a call to action — to the builders of Canada’s EV ecosystem

A new electric vehicle owner, frustrated with dealer know-how, vehicle availability, public charging and EV policy, raises a question that needs to be asked: are we doing enough to overcome growing pains in Canada’s EV ecosystem?

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Electric Vehicle Policies Canada, Electric Vehicles Canada, Public EV Charging

Electric Autonomy Staff
October 20, 2022
6 minute read

CharIN stages North American launch of its universal charging standard for commercial heavy-duty electric vehicles

The unveiling of CharIN’s Megawatt Charging System standard at the Interoperability Testing conference brings fast, high-powered charging for heavy-duty transportation a step closer in North America

Commercial Electric and Zero Emission Vehicles, Heavy Duty EVs, Megawatt Charging Standard

Mehanaz Yakub
October 13, 2022
2 minute read

SWTCH, Kite Mobility launch V2G pilot hosted at new Tridel-owned Toronto condo

To meet the challenges of increased energy demand, SWTCH Energy is partnering with Kite Mobility, using one of its rentable Nissan Leafs, to test V2G technology for the next two years at Tridel’s Bianca Condos in Toronto

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Electric Vehicles Canada, EV charging in condos and MURBs, Ontario, SWTCH Energy, Vehicle to Grid (V2G)

Mehanaz Yakub
October 6, 2022
5 minute read