True North EV'S

My alarm was set for 4 a.m. on Friday, June 12th. I woke up at 2:30, completely wide awake, and made a decision: pack the car and go. By 3 a.m. I was out of Winnipeg with my Chevy Equinox EV at 90% charge and 5,912 km on the odometer, heading west to Saskatoon for my cousin's wedding. In this episode of True North EV, I walk through the entire trip — stop by stop, dollar by dollar. Eight charg...

Are Canadian dealerships and rental companies quietly killing EV adoption? In this episode, James breaks down the real barriers holding Canadians back from going electric — and they're not what you'd expect. From undertrained salespeople steering buyers away from EVs, to rental companies handing over unfamiliar electric cars with zero orientation and surprise recharging fees, the experienc...

Gas hit $1.82/L nationally in April 2026 — and Canadians are responding in a big way. EV searches jumped 94% in three months. Used EV prices are down 11–33%. A new federal rebate program just launched. In this episode, James covers the full picture: what's driving the surge, which new vehicles qualify for rebates, why the used EV market is the story of 2026, what barriers still exist, and how...

James shares a full three-week real-world report on the2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT in Winnipeg. Covering first impressions, city and highway driving, the federal EVAP rebate, the Costco GM rebate, and the big news that Manitoba's provincial EV Rebate Program has been extended in Budget 2026. Plus a summer EV camping trip is in the works. Show notes links: truenorthev.ca | manitobaev.ca |truen...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Canada's New EV Rebate Program: Everything You Need to Know This week on True North EV, host James dives deep into Canada's brand new Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP) - the biggest change to EV incentives in years. Starting February 16, 2026, Canadians can access: Up to $5,000 in rebates for battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles Up to $2,500 for plug-in hybrid vehicles Point...

While we're waiting for construction season to start inthese freezing Canadian temperatures, a massive revolution is happening in the construction industry – and it could change everything about EV adoption in Canada. In this episode, we dive deep into the electrification ofheavy construction equipment, from compact excavators to 250-tonne cranes, and explore what this means for Canadian const...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Are electric vehicles really cleaner than gas-powered cars? In this episode of the True North EV Podcast, host James tackles one of the most debated questions in the EV world: the environmental impact of fossil fuel production versus battery manufacturing. We break down the facts for Canadian drivers—exploring short-term and long-term impacts, mining and manufacturing realities, and how Canada’s c...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

• Manitoba Electric Vehicle Association: Manitobaev.ca • True North EV Facebook: @truenorthev • Email: truenorthevpodcast@gmail.com • Kilowatt Podcast (hosted by Bodie) • Manitoba Electrical Museum "Watt a Season" exhibit (Nov 22 - Jan 10) Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @Greenw...

In this episode of True North EV, James Hart delves into Tesla's recent shareholder meeting, where a $1 trillion pay package for Elon Musk was approved. The discussion covers the implications for EV drivers in Canada, the ambitious targets set for Tesla, and the broader impact on the EV market. Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://gre...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

1.     Manitoba Electric Vehicle Association : [https://manitobaev.ca](https://manitobaev.ca) - A fantasticlocal resource with real owners who can answer your questions  2.     PlugShare and ChargeHub apps : Useful for finding charging stations across Canada 1. 3.     Plug'n Drive Canada : [https://plugndrive.ca](https://plugndrive.ca) -Comprehensive information on incentives across all provin...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

UMSAE Polar Bear Racing Electric - umsae.com/formula-e Vickar Automotive Group-https://www.vickar.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopGvqrD9DgMJp1iY_r64GH6cv3vvbWsTrkboE87u5KLPUs_JYfO Manitoba Eco- Network-https://mbeconetwork.org/ Manitoba Electrical Museum -https://www.electricalmuseum.ca/ Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenwa...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.albe...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.albe...

Bob McGregor- Winnipeg Hyundai  - (204) 774-5373  -  winnipeghyundai.com Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html  Check out Northern Electric Vehicl...

Saskatchewan Electric Vehicle Association- sevaonline.ca evfiresafe.com Greenway Motors- https://greenwaymotors.ca/ Greenway Electric Youtube- @GreenwayElectric Manitoba EV rebate Frequently Asked Questions and link to the ev rebate form: https://www.gov.mb.ca/lowercosts/evrebate/index.html Check out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.alb...