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Canada Pauses ZEV Mandate — How It Affects Tesla Buyers and Referral Strategies

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John Doe
Published on:  
September 6, 2025
Updated on:  
September 6, 2025
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The Short Version

The Canadian federal government has paused its 2026 Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, which required 20% of all vehicle sales to be ZEV by 2026. This policy—also known as the EV Availability Standard (EVAS)—was set to escalate to 60% by 2030 and 100% by 2035.

Instead, Ottawa launched a 60-day review to reassess feasibility, citing economic pressures and supply chain challenges.

Why This Matters for Tesla Buyers in Canada

  • Policy uncertainty is back: Automakers and consumers no longer face immediate regulatory pressure, which could slow EV adoption.
  • Market opportunities may shift: Tesla remains well-positioned, especially for Berlin-built Model Y imports that bypass tariffs and keep pricing competitive.
  • Referral rewards remain consistent: Regardless of government changes, Tesla referral benefits still apply and deliver immediate value.

How Tesla Buyers Should Respond

  • Don’t wait if you’re already planning to order
    The pause doesn’t guarantee lower prices later. Using a referral link locks in immediate perks right now.
  • Stay alert for new incentives
    The review may introduce new rebates, tariff changes, or subsidies. These could be stacked with referral perks.
  • Consider inventory + referrals together
    Canadian inventory sourced from Giga Berlin avoids tariffs, and pairing that with referral rewards can maximize savings.

Why Using a Tesla Referral Link Still Matters

Even as federal EV policy is under review, referral links are still one of the only guaranteed savings options for buyers.

  • For Buyers (Canada): Up to a 3-month FSD trial on eligible new Tesla purchases.
  • For Referrers: Ongoing Tesla Credits for each successful referral.
  • Timing: Referral perks apply immediately at delivery, regardless of government incentive changes later.

👉 Use your link here:

Real-World Scenario

  • A buyer in Québec orders a Model Y.
  • They apply a referral link and receive the 3-month FSD trial.
  • If the federal review results in new incentives later, the referral benefit still applies on top of them.

Final Takeaway

The ZEV mandate pause creates uncertainty for Canada’s EV policy—but referral links remain reliable, immediate, and stackable.

Whether you’re buying today or waiting for new rebates, always start your order with a referral link through ReferATesla.ca to secure guaranteed perks while keeping future incentives on the table.

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