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Trillium Ford getting four new electric vehicle chargers
November 21, 2024 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
The province is building 20 new electric vehicle charging stations in Simcoe-Grey.
This is part of the province’s plan to increase access to EV chargers outside of large urban centres and support the electrification of transportation across the province.
As Ontario continues to see substantial job creation and investment in the growing EV and EV battery manufacturing sector, the new charging stations will provide supporting infrastructure across the province.
“For EV drivers finding a charging station that’s close by and available can mean the difference between a quick stop and a time-consuming detour that takes time away from work, school or family,” said Simcoe Grey MPP Brian Saunderson. “I’m proud to be delivering 20 new EV charging stations in Alliston, Collingwood, Thornbury and Wasaga Beach to make life easier and more convenient for drivers.”
The new EV chargers include:
· Four new chargers at Alliston Trillium Ford
· Four new chargers at Thornbury, Blue Mountain parking lot
· Four new chargers at Wasaga Beach, 535 River Road
· Eight new chargers at Collingwood Loblaws Market
“With more than 201,000 electric vehicles on the road in Ontario, we’re putting shovels in the ground to build more charging stations and make life easier for drivers,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Electrification. “That includes a focus on smaller and underserved communities across our province where we are providing more certainty for parents and workers during their commutes.”
Each new EV charging site will include Level 2 charging stations, Level 4 charging stations, or a combination of the two.
The government has also launched a new Ultra-Low Overnight Electricity Price Plan and is exploring options for an Electric Vehicle Charger Discount Electricity Rate to further support EV adoption and reduce emissions. The new Ultra-Low Overnight Electricity Price Plan is helping customers who use more electricity at night, including those who charge their electric vehicle, save up to $90 per year.
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