Canada Expected To Introduce Internal Combustion Ban In 2035

“Given that cars last on the road for 15 years, if not longer, after they’re bought, 2035 really needs to be the last year that we are selling gasoline cars in Canada brand new if we’re going to have any chance of actually, by 2050, reaching net-zero carbon emissions,” said Nate Wallace, the think-tank’s program manager for clean transportation.

Of course, this decision does not sit well with those in the automotive industry. Tim Reuss, President and CEO of the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association, said the new rules are unfair to consumers. “Instead of attempting to dictate what individuals have to purchase, we suggest that the government create the right set of circumstances to stimulate demand.” American car dealers have expressed similar concerns in recent weeks.

He also added that the new rules could pose greater challenges to many families, highlighting cost and charging issues, the latter of which is a challenge in rural areas.