The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of Chicago Drives Electric and the Chicago Auto Show, announced the dates for the 2024 Chicago Drives Electric EV outdoor consumer test drive and EV education event: Oct. 3-6, 2024.
The third annual Chicago Drives Electric ride-and-drive event will once again be held at the CATA’s headquarters in Oakbrook Terrace, a centrally located site with plentiful entertainment and dining options in the area. The weekend-long event will offer the public a firsthand experience of the next generation of mobility while showcasing the latest all-electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicle lineup. Knowledgeable product specialists will be accessible to help consumers understand how EVs may fit individual needs and lifestyles and offer in-depth information about electric vehicle technology, the current charging infrastructure landscape and the environmental benefits of going electric. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to experience a variety of EVs ranging from luxury to mainstream.
“The fall Chicago Drives Electric event filled a void we originally didn’t realize how badly it existed, bringing much needed EV education to residents of the Chicagoland area,” said CATA President Jennifer Morand. “Whether you’re a seasoned EV enthusiast or new to the world of electric mobility, Chicago Drives Electric offers something for everyone to discover.”
The electrified vehicles available for test drives include:
- Audi Q4 e-tron
- Audi Q8 e-tron
- BMW iX
- BMW i4
- BMW i5
- BMW i7
- Cadillac LYRIQ
- Chevrolet Blazer EV RS
- Chevrolet Equinox EV 2RS
- Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
- Ford F-150 Lightning
- Ford Mach-e
- GMC Hummer EV SUT
- GMC Hummer EV SUV
- GMC Sierra Denali EV
- Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited
- Hyundai IONIQ 6
- Hyundai IONIQ 6 Limited
- Kia EV6
- Kia EV9
- Kia Niro EV
- Kia Sorento PHEV
- Toyota bZ4X
- Toyota Camry XLE
- Toyota Prius Prime
- Toyota RAV4 Prime
- Volkswagen ID.4
- Volvo EX90
- Volvo C40 Recharge
- Volvo XC40 Recharge
Cars.com and ComEd return to Chicago Drives Electric as premier sponsors of the event. Longtime Chicago Auto Show partner Cars.com will have experts on-hand throughout the duration of the weekend. ComEd will also have a presence onsite to answer questions about home charging, rebates and incentives and more. Powering Chicago will once again support Chicago Drives Electric as an official sponsor and resource to consumers looking for more information on home charging installation.
Attendees must pre-register for a timeslot; tickets and registration is now open at ChicagoDrivesElectric.com. Test drive slots are limited to first come, first served. Participants who plan to drive must have a valid driver’s license. The hours are as follows: Oct. 3 (2-6 p.m.) and Oct. 4-6 (8 a.m. – 6 p.m.).