Alan Downward
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Alan Downward
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Car-fanatic. Electric vehicle expert. Communications Advisor at Plug’n Drive, Canada’s champion for electric transportation.
Cadillac Canada’s electric CELESTIQ and SOLLEI concepts debuted at the Canadian International AutoShow this morning.
February 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Audi has unveiled the electric Q6 e-tron, SQ6 e-tron, and S6 e-tron at the Canadian International AutoShow.
February 13, 2025 at 3:32 PM
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N has been named the Electric Utility Vehicle of the Year at the AJAC Canadian Car of the Year Awards. ⚡️
February 13, 2025 at 2:57 PM
The BMW i4 has been named the Electric Car of the Year at the AJAC Canadian Car of the Year Awards. ⚡️
February 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Insightful discussions re Canada's auto landscape at @theglobeandmail.com’s Future of Auto event.

The elephant's in the room — Tariffs, a federal election, and incentives — were discussed.

Consensus: while the EV industry may experience some slowdown in the short term, they aren’t going anywhere.
February 11, 2025 at 9:45 PM
This week, I took part in The Canadian Automobile Association’s Electric Vehicle Winter Drive Test, to assess performance in extreme cold.

Thank you CAA for having me, and for partnering with Plug'n Drive to deliver this exciting event!
February 8, 2025 at 4:38 AM