Reposted from CBC News
Ontario drivers who park petroleum-powered vehicles in spots designated for electric cars may soon be fined $125. The same penalty will apply to drivers of electric vehicles that park at a charging station but aren’t using it.
This change to the Highway Traffic Act marks the first time a private member’s bill by a Green Party member has become law in Ontario. The bill was brought forward by government House Leader MPP Paul Calandra for first reading on June 4, and moved forward by Whitby Progressive Conservative MPP Lorne Coe, co-sponsored by Guelph MPP and Green leader, Mike Schreiner.
The change to the act says vehicles in designated spots must be electric and attached to the station’s charging equipment, or could be ticketed.
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