·7/21/2026
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I Set Out to Test-Drive a Chinese EV. Here’s What It Taught Me about Carney’s New Deal
Ever swapped your gas car for an EV and stepped into a whole new driving reality? That’s what happened to me in Hamilton last April. I rolled up in my gas-guzzling Ford Bronco Sport to test a sleek black Volvo EX30 Ultra Twin Motor.
Inside, it was dead silent—no engine rumble, just smooth, instant acceleration that glided over potholes. I loved its recycled plastic "Particle décor" trim, highlighting the eco vibe.
This ties to Canada’s EV dilemma: 49,000 Chinese-made EVs get low tariffs yearly. Volvo’s Swedish but owned by China’s Geely, and the EX30 was initially built there, shaking up the auto industry.
Ever test-driven an EV? What detail stuck with you most?
Inside, it was dead silent—no engine rumble, just smooth, instant acceleration that glided over potholes. I loved its recycled plastic "Particle décor" trim, highlighting the eco vibe.
This ties to Canada’s EV dilemma: 49,000 Chinese-made EVs get low tariffs yearly. Volvo’s Swedish but owned by China’s Geely, and the EX30 was initially built there, shaking up the auto industry.
Ever test-driven an EV? What detail stuck with you most?