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The Future of Electric Vehicles in Canada: A Deep Dive with Dan McTeague (Ep. 35)

The Future of Electric Vehicles in Canada: A Deep Dive with Dan McTeague (Ep. 35)

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What happens when ambitious electric vehicle goals meet cold, hard realism?

In this episode, John and Alex Soutsos continue their in-depth discussion with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy. Tune in to explore the complexities and realities of Canada’s aggressive EV mandates and the broader implications for the auto industry and consumers alike. Dan shares eye-opening insights on why the push for electric vehicles might be jumping the gun without the necessary demand and infrastructure backing it up. 

John, Alex, and Dan discuss:

  • (01:40) The implications of Canada’s 2035 EV mandate and economic impacts
  • (03:35) Challenges of moving away from internal combustion engines, the full cost story of EVs, and why some consumers might hesitate to buy them
  • (25:00) The global perception of green energy alternatives like wind and solar energy, delving into the practicality of current infrastructure
  • (34:31) Real talk on the economic reliance on fossil fuels and what steps should perhaps be considered moving forward
  • And more

Join us for an engaging session that challenges current narratives and offers a plethora of perspectives for anyone curious about the intersection of green policy and ground realities.

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About Our Guest: 

An 18-year veteran of the House of Commons, Dan is widely known in both official languages for his tireless work on energy pricing and saving Canadians money through accurate price forecasts. His Parliamentary initiatives, aimed at helping Canadians cope with affordable energy costs, led to providing Canadians heating fuel rebates on at least two occasions.

Widely sought for his extensive work and knowledge in energy pricing, Dan continues to provide valuable insights to North American media and policy makers. He brings three decades of experience and proven efforts on behalf of consumers in both the private and public spheres. Dan is committed to improving energy affordability for Canadians and promoting the benefits we all share in having a strong and robust energy sector.

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