Canada’s (not so New) Government has finally introduced incentives for purchasing fuel efficient vehicles, and what’s more… it’s not limited to just hybrid gasoline-electric vehicles.

Visit here for full details. Rebates of up to $2000 will be mailed out to those leasing or purchasing qualified 2006 and 2007 vehicles.

The 2006 smart cdi (diesel) does indeed qualify for the full $2000 rebate. See here for details.

It has been confirmed by Mike T over at clubsmartcar that there are over 10,000 smart cars in Canada, with somewhere around 1500 left to sell before the new 2008 (model 451) gasoline powered version hits out shores. There is every indication that the new version will also qualify for the full $2000 rebate.

I’ve been smartless for awhile, albeit temporarily… I may acquire a cabriolet version at some point. 100 mpg would be nice right about now. :-)