Why Canada Won’t Let Us Build Hybrid Trucks

Edison Motors sits down with two BC MLAs to discuss why Canada’s rules block hybrid trucks, even though they cut emissions. We cover the 2035 EV mandate, the on-highway vs off-highway loophole, and how startups face barriers that big companies avoid. We also share our “Backyard Innovation” program, opening 300 acres of land to young entrepreneurs, and highlight how local students are already building the future with us. Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @edisonmotors   00:00 - Intro: Why this video is different 01:10 - Meet the MLAs and Edison Motors 01:52 - Edison’s “Backyard Innovation” land offer 02:44 - The emissions certification problem 03:12 - 2035 EV mandate and why hybrids are blocked 04:20 - On-highway vs off-highway rules 06:25 - Why efficient generators aren’t approved 08:18 - Government knows hybrids are better but can’t act 10:20 - The “on the ground vs in the truck” paradox 11:09 - Why big corporations can, but startups can’t 15:17 - Euro standards vs Canadian rules 18:34 - Building trucks despite barriers 19:09 - Hiring local students (Edison EV Challenge) 25:05 - Is Edison Motors at risk? 28:59 - How the public can help