Tesla removed from Vancouver International Auto Show for safety concerns
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Eric Nicholl said that the automaker was provided multiple opportunities to voluntarily withdraw but it appears the organization did not do that.
Tesla has been removed from the upcoming Vancouver International Auto Show, the executive director confirmed on Tuesday.
Eric Nicholl said in a statement that the automaker was provided multiple opportunities to voluntarily withdraw.
“The Vancouver Auto Show’s primary concern is the safety of attendees, exhibitors, and staff,” Nicholl said.
“This decision will ensure all attendees can be solely focused on enjoying the many positive elements of the event.”
The show is held at Vancouver’s Convention Centre West from March 19 to 23 and attracts thousands of car enthusiasts.
Last week, in a move to give preference to Canadian goods and exclude U.S.-produced goods, the B.C. government announced that Tesla products were no longer eligible for the electric vehicle charger rebate program for single-family homes.
As of Wednesday, Tesla products (electric vehicle chargers, energy storage batteries and inverters) were not eligible for CleanBC and BC Hydro rebates.
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