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Opening Up EV Trade in Canada, Leaving USA Behind - CleanTechnica

Opening Up EV Trade in Canada, Leaving USA Behind - CleanTechnica
Source: cleantechnica
Author: @cleantechnica
Published: 1/23/2026

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The article discusses a significant development in the electric vehicle (EV) market: Canada’s decision to open up EV trade with China, marking a shift away from reliance on the United States. This move aligns with a broader global trend where countries increasingly look to China for technological leadership and open trade opportunities in the EV sector. The article highlights a conversation among CleanTechnica contributors Steve Hanley, Larry Evans, and Zachary Shahan, who explore the implications of this shift, including which companies might enter the Canadian market and how the U.S. fits into this evolving landscape. While the article itself is brief and primarily promotional for a related video discussion, the key takeaway is that Canada’s new trade openness with China could reshape the North American EV market by diversifying supply chains and potentially accelerating EV adoption. This development underscores China’s growing influence in global EV technology and trade, and it raises questions about the future role of the U.S. in this industry. The article invites readers to engage further by watching the

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