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In this episode, we dive into the story of Project Arrow , the first-ever all-Canadian electric vehicle. Developed by the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association (APMA), this isn't just a concept car - it’s a rolling showcase of Ontario’s industrial grit and technological innovation. We’ll explore: The Collaboration: How over 50 Canadian suppliers came together to build a vehicle from the grou...

The 1-6-90 Rule: Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda explains that the raw materials required for one long-range EV battery could instead be used to produce six plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) or 90 traditional hybrids [ 01:53 ]. Emission Reduction at Scale: The video argues that replacing 90 gas-powered cars with 90 hybrids is 37 times more effective at reducing overall carbon emissions than replacing a single g...