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Tesla Faces Scrutiny Over $43 Million in EV Rebates Claimed in Canada

Canadian authorities investigate Tesla's unprecedented sales surge during final days of federal EV incentive program.

  • Tesla reported 8,653 electric vehicle sales across four Canadian locations in just three days, claiming over half of the remaining $71.8 million in federal EV rebates.
  • A single Tesla dealership in Quebec City allegedly delivered 4,000 vehicles over a weekend, raising doubts about the feasibility of such numbers.
  • The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) has called for an investigation, citing $10 million in unreimbursed rebates for independent dealerships left in financial limbo.
  • Transport Canada has launched a review into whether Tesla's rebate filings adhered to program requirements, following accusations of 'gaming the system.'
  • The federal EV rebate program, paused on January 13 due to depleted funds, has facilitated over 500,000 EV purchases since its inception.
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