The roadmap: From here to where?
How front and centre is the auto industry in each of the three mainstream party platforms, and what do they propose? As I write this column, we are two weeks away from a federal election, which some are viewing as …
Category: The Big Picture: David Adams
Another day, another emissions reduction target
Lots of promises, but what’s the plan? On June 29, the federal government held a national press conference with three different ministers in three different urban centres across the country to announce that the federal government was advancing its target …
Driving the talk
Driving a zero-emission vehicle can be an enjoyable experience—until you are forced to drive around for a charging station. On May 5, the Globe and Mail published a piece by columnist and car critic, Jason Tchir, that looked at the …
One-eighty on climate change
A shift in climate change priorities for the U.S. means a better harmonization with Canada, a bigger push for zero-emission vehicles, and a greater need for the infrastructure — among other things. As many readers will know, Canada has essentially …
Three truths about electric vehicles
There’s lots of chatter about EVs, and some of it paints an inaccurate picture of the industry’s views. There was an article with the above-noted title written by a staff member with the Union of Concerned Scientists in the United …
Hindsight is 20/20
Resiliency and an innovative spirit will help us get through whatever difficult situation is thrown our way. At about half-way through the first quarter of 2021, are things any better than the very challenging year of 2020? Last year was …
A year like no other
The crisis is far from over, trends from 2020 are likely to spill over into 2021, and COVID-19 will inevitably continue to be a catalyst for change in our industry. As I write this column, the clock ticked down on …
Pickup trucks could be the Trojan Horse that will popularize EVs in NA
The popularity of the pickup truck in North America and the potential electric trucks being developed could help pave the way for wider EV adoption. Most of the world’s major automakers, and more than a few startups, have now committed …
Climate change…it’s personal
From my perspective, the issue of climate change is personal. I consider myself an environmentalist, and I generally try to do my part — whether it is recycling, using my car as efficiently as possible, or watching my overall footprint …
Industry zapped by B.C.’s ZEV regulations
What started off as an interesting regulation with lots of potential is now turning into something very different than originally intended. It was a long time coming: British Columbia’s Zero Emission Vehicles Act passed Third Reading and received Royal Assent …
Changing of the Guard
At the beginning of August there will be a new head of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association (CVMA) for the first time in more than a quarter century. Brian Kingston will be taking over the reins of the association from …
Providing clarity in the midst of chaos
As the pandemic unfolded, Ontario dealerships were looking for clearer guidance on how to operate. COVID-19 has brought with it profound impact on individuals and businesses alike. Unemployment figures released in Canada as I write this column have risen to …
