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Ride & Drive

Our highly anticipated Ride & Drive event is where sponsors showcase their latest clean energy vehicles by offering ride-along and test-drive options to conference attendees. There are also showcase vehicles available for attendees to view for the first time. The following vehicles will be available to view and/or drive throughout the day on the dates listed below.

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Rivian R2S

Rivian R2

The R2 is a new SUV built on Rivian’s midsize platform with room for five people and all their gear. R2 is expected to start around $45,000 and is available to reserve today in the U.S. for $100 ($150 in Canada). R2 deliveries are slated to begin in the first half of 2026.

Rivian R1T

Rivian R1T (Gen 2)

The R1T launched in 2021 as the first all-electric pickup in the United States, quickly followed by the R1S, Rivian’s take on the electric three-row SUV. In June 2024, Rivian launched the second generation of R1 vehicles, which included over 600 changes including hardware improvements, performance and efficiency upgrades, a fully redesigned electrical architecture and more. With over-the-air updates and hardware improvements, the Gen 2 R1T now has up to 420mi of range, 0-60 times as low as 2.5s, and additional Autonomy features such as hands-off driving and "eyes-off" driving planned with future OTA updates.

Rivian RCV

Rivian RCV

The Rivian Commercial Van is an all-electric cargo van available in two sizes providing 487 and 652 cubic feet of cargo volume. The vans have an estimated 161 miles of range based on EPA test cycles and are available today for commercial customers.


Thursday, July 17, 2026

Toyota bz4x

2025 bZ4X Limited AWD Supersonic

The Toyota bZ4X is the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) that’s made to electrify by blending bold, modern styling with tech-laden features in an extremely capable platform. The bZ4X is available in XLE, Limited, and Nightshade grades. The XLE and Limited models come in a choice of Front- or All-Wheel Drive, with the Nightshade grade coming in AWD only. For added convenience, customers who purchase or lease a new 2025 Toyota bZ4X receive one year of complimentary charging at EVgo public charging stations nationwide

2024 Toyota Rav4 Prime

2024 Toyota Rav4 Prime

The RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle is the compact SUV that offers customers the flexibility of getting around town in a zero emission EV mode or road-tripping in its hybrid mode. With 42 miles of manufacturer estimated EV only range, 302-combined net horsepower, and up to 94 combined MPGe when in hybrid mode, the RAV4 Prime offers a thrilling experience and an efficient drive

Toyota Mirai

Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai is entering its new model year with the same great cutting-edge efficiency and innovation that uses hydrogen and oxygen from the outside air to generate power and take it down the city streets. The Mirai is the perfect companion to help reduce carbon emissions without compromising convenience—with an EPA-estimated driving range rating of 402 miles.

 

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