In a remarkable surge, General Motors (GM) has claimed the title of the largest electric vehicle (EV) seller in Canada, outperforming Tesla in the first quarter of 2025.
The automaker reported a staggering 252% increase in EV sales compared to the previous year, with a total of 5,750 units sold.
This growth was driven primarily by the popularity of the Chevy Equinox EV, which led the sales chart with 1,892 units sold, followed by the Silverado EV at 894 units, and the Cadillac OPTIQ, which sold 615 units.
GM’s EV Sales Soar 252% While Tesla Faces Major Challenges in Quebec
The shift in the market comes as Tesla faced significant challenges, particularly in Quebec where it registered only 524 EVs, marking an 87% drop in sales year-over-year.
Contributing factors include a pause in provincial incentives for EV purchases, which has affected both Tesla and GM. Despite recording fewer Equinox and Blazer EVs in Quebec, GM’s robust overall sales figures underline its successful launch of new models and a diverse lineup that now includes 13 all-electric vehicles.
Cadillac also experienced a strong performance, achieving its best first quarter since 2008, with a 21% increase in retail sales bolstered by the successful rollout of the OPTIQ.
The model nearly matched the sales of Cadillac’s first EV, the LYRIQ, which sold 720 units. Notably, the GMC Hummer EV Pickup and SUV saw a considerable demand increase, with sales rising 232% for the pickup and 88% for the SUV.
As GM continues to expand its EV lineup, the company is set to introduce several new models, including the Cadillac Escalade IQL and the next-generation Chevy Bolt EV, anticipated to hit showrooms by 2026. With these developments, GM is not only gaining ground on Tesla but also positioning itself as a formidable pioneer within the electric vehicle landscape.