To EV Or Not To EV, That Is The Question

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What’s In This Email

  • To EV Or Not To EV, That Is The Question

  • iPhone Air Review: Apple’s Most Beautiful Flop

  • An Evening at Lyla

  • Notable Plug 🔌

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To EV Or Not To EV, That Is The Question

Three days ago, I picked up my second EV–Sorry, BEV. B for battery. When I took delivery of my first, a Tesla Model X, in 2018, “EV” was a sufficient descriptor. Electric Vehicle. Easy. Now, we must wrap our heads around PHEV, EREV, HEV, NEV, FCEV….. WTFEV. The confusion extends throughout the EV market as a whole. On one hand, Tesla is printing money and making Elon Musk the richest guy in the world (recently, on my morning commute, I counted seven Teslas stopped at the red light with me). On the other hand, you have EV startups, such as Fisker, going out of business, while legacy automotive brands like Ford and GM are delaying or completely cancelling major EV projects.

Read the full article here.

🌐 iPhone Air Review: Apple’s Most Beautiful Flop

Ten months in, Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet has quietly become its biggest commercial disappointment in years. Here’s what real users are saying—and whether the iPhone Air is actually worth buying in 2026, even amidst price drops and special offers.

When the iPhone Air launched in September 2025, it was pitched as Apple’s most daring design pivot since the iPhone X. Ten months later, the ultra-thin iPhone has lost its spark — and consumers are finally getting honest about the specs, the experience, and whether the price tag actually matches the value.

Feedback on the iPhone Air is deeply polarized. Fans adore the design and simplicity. Critics say the overall user experience doesn’t justify the retail price. So we combed through Reddit threads, long-term reviews, and Canadian carrier promos to find out what real iPhone Air users are actually saying.

🔦 NOTABLE SPOTLIGHT 🔦

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Beyond the menu, Lyla's warm, design-forward atmosphere invites guests to slow down and savour every moment. From its stylish dining room to its lush patio, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to create an escape in the heart of the city. Signature offerings like the raw bar, handmade pastas, premium seafood, and expertly crafted cocktails have quickly made it one of Toronto's standout dining destinations. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for your next favourite restaurant, Lyla delivers an effortlessly sophisticated experience that lingers long after the last bite.

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