{"id":946,"date":"2019-05-16T15:38:41","date_gmt":"2019-05-16T19:38:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/articles.carcostcanada.com\/?p=946"},"modified":"2025-03-06T16:20:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T21:20:22","slug":"hopes-surge-for-tesla-enthusiasts-as-electric-vehicle-incentives-become-more-prevalent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/articles.carcostcanada.com\/hopes-surge-for-tesla-enthusiasts-as-electric-vehicle-incentives-become-more-prevalent\/","title":{"rendered":"Hopes Surge For Tesla Enthusiasts As Electric Vehicle Incentives Become More Prevalent"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ever asked a Tesla owner what it feels like to own one? Being insanely happy and satisfied with their car is what a true Tesla aficionado would say. <\/span><\/p>\n

To own a brand like Tesla gives some people a sense of thrill and for others is an eco-friendly option coupled with a sense of luxury and accomplishment. Canadians are no different! Tesla as a brand has managed to generate high levels of awareness and consideration amongst Canadian car enthusiasts. And, it is interesting to see how the excitement unravels for electric cars like these in the market with time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Which brings us to good news for all Tesla fans. Buying electric cars is now going to be cheaper, thanks to the Canadian Government for the decision to boost electric vehicles on the road by covering them under incentive programs. This program includes a range of electric vehicles and not to forget – the Tesla Model 3. If you are eyeing the Model 3 for long and researching the <\/span>new car deals in Canada<\/span><\/a>, now is the time to invest in one. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Why are electric vehicles incentivized in Canada?<\/b><\/p>\n

The plan to incentivize is a result of the governments’ aim to encourage Canadians to support practical, affordable, and eco-friendly solutions to face the issues associated with climate change effectively. It is an important milestone for the Government to initiate a solution in this direction that will help to reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions due to transportation<\/span><\/p>\n

With this program, consumers will be entitled to a number of buying\/leasing incentives depending on the eligible car make. And amongst the list of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, Tesla Model 3 is one of them. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What does it mean for current and potential Tesla owners?<\/b><\/p>\n

According to the electric vehicle category, individuals purchasing an EV with a base MSRP under $45,000 will be entitled to receive a $5,000 rebate. Towards this, the following Model 3 configurations qualify for this federal incentive:<\/span><\/p>\n