Women in Business: Cara Clairman – Leading the road to sustainable driving
Cara Clairman is CEO and founder of Plug’n Drive in North York, Ontario. Since May of 2017, the Electric Vehicle Discovery Centre (EVDC) has been open to educate the public on all things related to electric vehicles. The recent changes to the Ontario Government meant that the not-for-profit EVDC lost its Government funding. I met […]
Women in Business: Jennifer Worsley – A new generation of car salesperson
Jennifer-Lynn Worsley is a new breed of a car salesperson. At twenty-five years old, she’s a top sales rep at an Audi dealership in Brampton, Ontario. I connected with Jen on Instagram over a year ago and have watched her grow her brands’ awareness and interactions online. Now with over eleven thousand followers, I wanted […]
Women in Business: Laura Bryson – Taking the lead in Sustainable Transportation
I sat down with Laura Bryson, COO, and co-founder of SWTCH. SWTCH is a young company providing electric vehicle charging solutions. Please note that I am not paid by SWTCH to write this article. SWTCH was recommended to me when I started the process to request a charger in my condo building. SWTCH is not […]
Women in Business: Amy Shore – Pursuing the arts into a career
Some people know their calling early on, others must dig deeper to realize their “thing.” I’ve questioned my writing for years; is it just a hobby or should I pursue it as a career? Should I mix my interest in cars with creative writing? Is that even a thing? Am I qualified or am I […]
Women in Business: Sarah Hindle – Creating a new dealership culture
The SQ5 pulls in the restaurant parking lot, and Sarah Hindle gets out of the car slightly flustered. On her way out to meet me for dinner, she was caught in a dispute with a lady over $2.50. The stranger insisted that Sarah reimburse her for the spilled drink in her car as she had […]
The 4 Benefits of Switching to an Electric Vehicle
In this blog post, we’re sharing personal experiences and facts on the benefits of electric vehicles and why you should consider one when purchasing your next car. The benefits are divided into four sections,
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Environmental
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Convenience
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Cost-effective
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Overall Experience
From Networking Anxiety to Networking Pro: How to Overcome Passivity and Build a Stronger Network
Networking can be intimidating, but it’s essential for personal and professional growth. In this post, we’ll explore tips for overcoming passivity, including the power of eye contact and body language in initiating conversations. Learn to read subtle cues and put out the right signals to attract the right people, ideas, and opportunities to you. With these networking tips, you’ll become a pro in no time.
From Tesla Model S to the Audi e-tron – One early adopter’s EV ownership JOurney
Join Murray, an early adopter of electric cars, as he shares his experience transitioning from a Tesla Model S to an Audi e-tron Sportback. Learn about his reasons for switching, his thoughts on charging infrastructure, and his perspective as an electrical industry insider. Gain insights from a seasoned electric car owner’s perspective in this informative blog post
How to Prepare for Your New Electric Vehicle, Before You Pick It Up. – Owner Experience
Congratulations! You just placed an order for your new electric car. Now what? What do you need to prepare for, and what can you anticipate ahead of picking up your new car. When I placed an order for my Model 3 in 2016, it was two years until I actually picked up the car. I […]
A family first electric car, the Hyundai Ioniq 5
As electric vehicles slowly ramp up at dealerships, we were curious about one family’s shopping experience and the overall delivery process. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is their vehicle of choice and we sat down with Elie to get all the details.