Two things you could count on in 2024: headlines declaring that sales of electric vehicles are shrinking and data that says otherwise. In fact, global sales of zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs) reached new heights, including record growth in Canada and all-time-high total sales in the United States.Canadian EV Sales: Record GrowthIn Canada, ZEVs steadily increased their market share throughout 2024, hitting 15.4% of all new vehicle registrations by year-end, according to S&P Global Mobility....
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Vancouver EV Charging Requirements for Gas Stations and Parking Lots
The City of Vancouver is rolling out updated business licence requirements for gas stations and commercial parking lots, aiming to increase the availability of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the city. Starting January 2026, annual business licence fees will jump to $10,000 for these businesses that don’t meet the new charging standards. If you operate or manage a gas station or a parking lot with 60 or more stalls, here’s what you need to know to avoid higher fees and...
New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities
Alberta is making it easier for businesses, municipalities, and condominium corporations to invest in EV charging infrastructure with the launch of a new funding program. Administered by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis), the Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP) opened for applications on February 5, 2025, offering $1.7 million in funding to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargers. This initiative, funded by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle...
Manitoba Announces New Climate Action Funding
Manitoba’s push toward a low-carbon future just received a significant boost with the provincial government announcing an additional $1.5 million in funding for the Climate Action Fund. This funding, aimed at advancing green projects across the province, includes critical support for EV charging infrastructure.What's New?The $1.5 million investment will provide businesses, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) with greater opportunities to access...
How to Get EV Charging in 5 Steps
Launching an electric vehicle charging operation is a multistage project, whether you’re installing a single EV charger or equipping an entire fleet. When you partner with Hypercharge, we ensure the process is clear, manageable, and simple from start to finish and beyond. Here's how to get EV Charging on your property—from the initial assessment to support applying for rebates to collecting your first revenue. 1. Determine Your EV Charging Needs The first priority in any EV charging...
Check-In Time: Why EV Charging for Hotels is a Smart Investment
Are you a hotel owner who wants to stay ahead of the curve and attract the growing market of electric vehicle drivers? With EV charging for hotels, you'll be sure to make an impact. At Hypercharge, we know that providing reliable and convenient charging solutions is essential to meeting the needs of businesses in various industries, including the hospitality sector, where EV charging for hotels is becoming a must-have amenity. In this post, we'll explore the top five reasons why your hotel...
Inside Hypercharge: Our Values and Culture
To thrive within a new and rapidly changing industry, a young company needs a clear vision, superb products, and top-performing team. For Hypercharge, the formula for success has also included staying true to the company’s mission, purpose, and values while establishing itself as a leading clean technology innovator. In this post, Kyle Green, Senior Marketing Manager, answers questions about the core tenets that have guided Hypercharge throughout its journey to create best-in-market EV...
The Fact-Check: Busting 8 Common EV Myths
Sales of electric vehicles have surged in recent years, fuelled by the urgent need to take action against climate change, as well as government and utility-funded incentives. Yet, many potential buyers remain hesitant to go electric, thanks to misconceptions about EVs and outdated information. Here we set the record straight on eight common EV myths. Common EV Myths #1: EVs are more expensive than gasoline-powered vehicles. While the sticker price of an EV can be higher than a gasoline...
EV Charging Success: Target Park Hits its Mark
Commercial parking operator Target Park started with a modest goal to meet current customer demand for EV charging—and found an opportunity to become a pioneer in the field. Discover their Hypercharge EV charging success story in this testimonial.Target ParkParking Facilities Target Park designs, develops, and manages parking facilities across North America in consultation with landlords and property managers.The Backstory.Target Park began its journey with EV charging with a simple objective:...