F.A.Q. Frequently Asked Questions

EV Related Questions

Q. Where can I buy an Electric Vehicle?

A. The "Big Six" Auto Manufacturers do not currently sell Pure Electric Vehicles, although Honda, toyota, and Ford Currently sell Gas-Electric Hybrids, and GM hopes to sell a Serial Hybrid, the Chevy Volt, by 2010-2011.

There are some new companies promising Full Electric Vehicle Sales beginning in 2008.

You can, however, acquire our manual and convert one yourself if you can't wait for them.

Q. Can you name the New Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles?

A. Tesla Motors; Phoenix Motorcars; Think Global - (learn more at Think Global Forum).
On the Horizon is also LionEV, a new player with interesting offers - 3 vehicles.

There are also places to buy at retail some EV's such as ZapWorld.
And of course - if you want a Highway Trike - there is Myers Motors NmG.
And - if you want more seats, and can wait until October 2008, you can reserve your Aptera, but you need to live in California!

Q. What about 2-Wheeled Electric Vehicles and Bicycles or Tricycles?

A. Local Suppliers of Electric Bikes and eScooters are places like:
Rogue Electrics; DayMak; Freedex Trikes; Electro Wheels

EVS Questions

Q. When was the Electric Vehicle Society of Canada Established?

A. The Electric Vehicle Society of Canada was Established in 1991, by Howard Hutt.

Q. What are some reasons people join the Electric Vehicle Society of Canada?

A. Most members Join because of their common interest in the Environment, and the advantages Electric Vehicles have on this issue.

Also some join so as to Network, Make some Money Selling their Products to like-minded Members, and often, with the intent to eventually own an Electric Vehicle.

Some also join that have already converted or build an EV of their own.

EVS Membership Questions

Q. How can I join The Electric Vehicle Society of Canada?

A. You can Join The Electric Vehicle Society of Canada by coming to any meeting with a completed application and a Check for the Appropriate Amount.

Q. Where do I go to join The Electric Vehicle Society of Canada?

A. Bring your Application and Payment to a Meeting at the Centennial College on any Meeting Night.

Q. How much does it cost for the EVS Membership?

A. Annual individual membership fees are $30 for adults and $20 for students & seniors.
Corporate membership is $100.

Q. May I Join the Electric Vehicle Society, without the requirement to attend Meetings?

A. At the moment, we are looking into ways to accomplish that, using paypal, and new membership tools.

EVS Event Questions

Q. How can I find out more about the Events you are actively promoting with Electric Vehicles?

A. You can read our web page ' Events' to learn more.
You can also send an email to be included in a notification of events list.

Q. I have Heard About EV Fest - Where can I go to learn more about this?

A. You can go to the EV Fest Website to learn more.
You can also Register to be informed when the next EV Fest is announced.

Q. About EV Fest - Where can I go to offer my support?

A. You can go to the Registration Page and register your interest, including notes that you would like to offer your support - You can also send an email to let us know of your wishes.

EV Manual Questions

Q. How can I find out more about the process of Converting a Gas Vehicle to an Electric Vehicle?

A. You can see our web page 'Conversion Manual' to learn more.
You can Join the Electric Vehicle Society of Canada as a Member to get a better price on the Manual and have people to ask questions of as you convert.

You can view Electric Vehicle Conversion Overview Steps at one of our member websites, and read their White Paper comparing Batteries.

You can also join the the Electric Auto Association, and get access to yet more information.

Closer to Home - you can review the information posted on the Ministry of Transport - Ontario (MTO) Website about EV Conversions.

Q. How can I find out who provides a service of Converting a Gas Vehicle to an Electric Vehicle?

A. You can see our web page 'Links' and select the approriate group for Service Providers, either in Canada or in the U.S.A.

You can also join the the Electric Auto Association, and get access to yet more information.