Electric vehicle tariffs from China just collapsed from 100% to a quota system. You're looking at 50,000 new vehicles entering Canada annually at prices domestic manufacturers can't match. Your government chose affordability over protectionism. Now you get to choose which matters more: your wallet or where the technology comes from.

Why do plug-in hybrid owners never plug in? Lorraine Sommerfeld cites industry studies showing people haul two complete power systems and burn gasoline anyway. The consequence: wasted efficiency, extra weight, pointless infrastructure. She points out Canada already brought in 44,000 Chinese-made Teslas in 2023. The new cap for all Chinese EVs? 49,000. The math doesn't add up, but the market doesn't care.

Discover why licensing partnerships might reshape North American manufacturing. Learn what worked when Canada forced Japanese automakers to build domestically in 1981. Understand why every car already tracks you, regardless of where it's built.

GUEST: Lorraine Sommerfeld | http://driving.ca

Originally aired on 2026-01-19

Electric vehicle tariffs from China just collapsed from 100% to a quota system. You're looking at 50,000 new vehicles entering Canada annually at prices domestic manufacturers can't match. Your government chose affordability over protectionism. Now you get to choose which matters more: your wallet or where the technology comes from.
Why do plug-in hybrid owners never plug in? Lorraine Sommerfeld cites industry studies showing people haul two complete power systems and burn gasoline anyway. The consequence: wasted efficiency, extra weight, pointless infrastructure. She points out Canada already brought in 44,000 Chinese-made Teslas in 2023. The new cap for all Chinese EVs? 49,000. The math doesn't add up, but the market doesn't care.
Discover why licensing partnerships might reshape North American manufacturing. Learn what worked when Canada forced Japanese automakers to build domestically in 1981. Understand why every car already tracks you, regardless of where it's built.
GUEST: Lorraine Sommerfeld |<a href="http://driving.ca"> http://driving.ca</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-01-19

Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world—always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.

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Shane Hewitt &amp; The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world&mdash;always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.
From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.