Driving an electric car is cheaper in some parts of Canada than others Zainal Abidin, 19/01/2026 Science, Health & Technology Feb 29, 2024 | For more information, contact Lou Corpuz-BosshartElectric vehicles are a critical part of Canada’s climate strategy, but a new UBC study highlights how it’s cheaper in some regions than others to drive electric—making it more challenging for certain households to make the switch.Location, location, locationThe researchers analyzed how far people need to drive their electric car to break even on the costs, factoring in the impacts of tax rebates and tax rates, charging costs, typical distance households travel in a region, and electricity costs—all of which vary from region to region.They found Quebec had the biggest advantage, followed by BC and Manitoba, while Nunavut came up last.“In Quebec, an electric car owner must travel at least 46 kilometers per day to come out ahead in comparison with owning a traditional car. In Nunavut, this number rises to 180 kilometers,” says study author Bassam Javed, a PhD candidate at the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability (IRES).Small is beautifulThese results suggest that if you’re looking to make the switch to electric, choosing a smaller, basic EV can realize more savings than a luxury electric car, says study… Continue Reading