Ottawa revisits EV targets
Prime Minister Mark Carney is ending a provision in the electric vehicle sales mandate that would require one-in-five vehicles sold in Canada to be electric in 2026. The former central banker argued the targets were too aggressive”. The mandate, which still requires all new passenger vehicle sales to be zero-emission by 2035, has faced growing industry concern about affordability and charging infrastructure.
Ford trims workforce at $2B EV factory
Ford Motor Co. is cutting 1,000 jobs at its $2-billion EV facility in Tennessee, less than two years after breaking ground on the site. The plant, part of Ford’s BlueOval City complex, was touted as central to the company’s EV transition. Company officials said the layoffs reflect slowing demand for electric vehicles in North America. Production plans remain on track, but the cuts highlight the pressure automakers face in balancing EV investments with market realities.
Advocates want Ottawa to ease limits on European EVs
A coalition of electric vehicle advocates is calling on Ottawa to ease import restrictions on European-made EVs. The group says current regulations make it harder for Canadian consumers to access affordable and diverse zero-emission models. They argue that relaxing the rules would support consumer choice and accelerate adoption, especially as domestic automakers struggle to meet demand. The federal government has not indicated whether it will review its approach.
Lyft, Waymo partner in Nashville
Lyft shares rose after the company announced a new partnership with Waymo to launch autonomous ride-hailing in Nashville. The deal marks Lyft’s first expansion of its driverless service outside Arizona, where Waymo has been testing commercial operations. The companies say the pilot program will roll out in 2026, pending regulatory approval. Investors welcomed the move, with Lyft stock climbing on expectations of new revenue opportunities.
Door lock failures spark U.S. safety investigation
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into Tesla Model Y vehicles following complaints of door lock failures. Drivers reported being unable to exit the vehicle, raising entrapment concerns in emergency situations. The probe covers 2020–2024 Model Y units and will assess the scope and safety risks of the issue. Tesla has not publicly commented on the investigation.
