A single Toronto Tesla location claimed over 1,200 sales, raising concerns about possible rebate misuse.
Transport Canada is investigating potential irregularities in Tesla’s sales amid the suspension of the rebate program.
Canadian officials are investigating an unusual spike in Tesla vehicle sales that coincided with the suspension of the federal EV rebate program in January.
Over a three-day period, Tesla reported selling 8,600 vehicles at four locations across the country, resulting in $43 million in government rebates.
One Tesla location in Toronto reported more than 1,200 sales on January 11 alone, accounting for $4 million in rebates.
The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association has urged Transport Canada to investigate, citing potential misuse of the rebate system.
Officials are now reviewing the Tesla sales data to determine if any irregularities occurred during the program’s final days. »