I loved Tesla's ATV surprise at the end of the presentation last night.

It looked to also be made of stainless steel. And the way...that it drove inside the  Cyber..pickup truck...wow

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DakAvRHu-g

Perhaps the two items  below are just timely coincidences... :) :)

from today...

News Release

Government of Ontario to Expand Use of Off-Road Vehicles

Making it easier for riders to connect to trails in their communities

November 22, 2019 10:45 A.M.

Ministry of Transportation

BRADFORD – The Ontario government is putting people first by reducing regulatory burdens and removing barriers that will make life easier for off-road vehicle riders. 

Caroline Mulroney,Minister of Transportation, was at Edge Performance in Bradford to announce plansto allow off-road vehicle riders easier access to roadways, connecting them to more trail networksin more communities across the province.  

"We know that municipalities are in the best position to decide how these types of off-road vehicles can be safely integrated into their communities," said Mulroney. "This is another example of how our government wants to get out of the way and support local decision making tofurther encouragetourism andeconomic prosperity."

These proposed measures are part of the government's plan to reduce red tape and support Ontario businesses, as announced on October 28, when the Ontario government introduced the Better for People, Smarter for Business Act. 

"Tourism and local businesses in many municipalities – especially rural and northern – are anticipated to benefit when more off-road enthusiasts are able to connect to more trail networks and surrounding community attractions," said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction. "This change is one of over 80 proposed actions to streamline regulations and make life easier for people and businesses."  

"The Ontario Federation of Trail Riders is pleased with the Ford Government's decision to classify off-road motorcycles as an Off Highway Vehicle within regulation 316/03.This will allow for great strides intourism,economic developmentand recreational trail use in Ontario," said Arthur Ash, President of the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders. "The OFTR believes that safe responsible use of the roads in Ontario will make the trail networks in Ontario an incredible experience for all riders." 

The proposed measure harmonizes Ontario's approach with other provinces including Manitoba and Alberta.

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link #2...THE GREAT TRAIL-About us

We will promote and assist in the development and use of The Great Trail – created by Trans Canada Trail and our partners – by supporting success at the local level in the continued improvement and enhancement of this national network.

Our dream of a cross-country Trail is now a reality. Our bold goal, nearly 25 years in the making, has been achieved with the help of our partners, donors and all levels of government.The Great Trail now consists of more than 24,000 kilometres of multi-use trails, linking Canada and Canadians. Moving beyond 2017, Trans Canada Trail’s mission will be to continue to enhance and improve the Trail by garnering support and continuing to nurture valuable relationships with Trail enthusiasts and partners across the country.

https://thegreattrail.ca/people/trans-canada-trail-foundation-directors/ian-pearce/

IAN PEARCE

DIRECTOR,  ONTARIO

Ian Pearcehas over 35 years of experience in the mining industry. His career started in operations at Goldfields of South Africa, and from 1993 to 2003, Ian advanced his career with Fluor Inc., holding various senior engineering and project management roles, including managing several mega-projects in the extractive sector.

From 2003 to 2006, Ian held executive roles at Falconbridge Limited, including Chief Operating Officer, and subsequently served asChief Executive Officer of Xstrata Nickel, a subsidiary of Xstrata plc, from 2006 to 2013. Since 2013, Mr. Pearce has been a partner of X2 Resources, a private partnership focused on building a mid-tier diversified mining and metals group. Mr. Pearce currently serves on the board of directors of Nevsun Resources Ltd, and Outotec Oyj, and is the Chair of New Gold Inc. and Mine Sense Technologies Ltd.

He holds a Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mineral Processing) and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. Ian and Michelle support various non for profits, including Canadian Cancer Society, Engineers without Borders, Trans Canada Trail, Canadian Museum of Nature and Eva’s Initiative in Toronto.