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Opinions from thought leaders and experts in the fields of electric and autonomous vehicles, on-demand mobility and the future of transportation.

Electric Vehicle Story Telling

A critical requirement for Alberta’s energy transition: storytellers

As the oil-producing province recasts a vision for the future where transportation is electrified, Nathan Lemphers highlights the need for new, widely understood regional narratives across the country that coalitions can use to advocate for stronger electric vehicle policy
Alberta, Economic Effects
Dynamic Trajectory and Collision Avoidance in action

A path to safe teleoperation of autonomous vehicles

While there are no finalized public guidelines on how teleoperation should be treated, there are indications that this sub-system will form part of regulatory frameworks in key markets, says Amit Rosenzweig

When can business and local government expect Ottawa’s “build back better” RFPs to begin?

Government relations expert Gregory Stulen tells us when business and local government can expect Ottawa’s “build back better” RFPs to begin — and what they can do now to help ensure those plans work for them
Vehicles being manufactured on automaker assembly line

Lack of domestic EV battery supply will require automakers to be creative to comply with USMCA

Use of recycled battery materials could help North American EV manufacturers achieve the 2030 requirement of 75 per cent locally produced content, says Li-Cycle’s Tim Johnston.
EV Battery Recycling
Biden and a Canadian Flag

What are the implications of a Biden presidency for Canada’s ZEV industry?

A pro-EV pivot, led by a return to stronger fuel economy standards, seems certain. But the biggest benefits for Canadian industry likely hinge on reducing protectionist supply chain barriers
Electric Vehicle Policies Canada
American Manganese recycled material

Regional collaboration critical to North American EV battery recycling

A viable and sustainable electric vehicle battery recycling industry is within reach, but only with provincial and state collaboration. Propulsion Québec’s Simon Thibault sets out a plan
EV Battery Recycling