Windsor, ON – October 8, 2026 – Windsor residents and visitors can experience driving electric firsthand this fall as Plug’n Drive brings its Eastern Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET) to Canadian Tire (4150 Walker Rd., Windsor, ON N8W 3T5) from October 15 through November 15, 2026.
A key stop on the EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour, MEET Windsor delivers free EV test drives and unbiased expert advice every Thursday through Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Tour is possible with the financial support from the Government of Canada, championed by RBC, and locally hosted by Canadian Tire.
MEET Windsor is a sales-free, interactive community event where visitors can test-drive various electric vehicles alongside knowledgeable EV Ambassadors. Visitors can connect with Plug’n Drive EV Ambassadors to get straightforward answers regarding real-world range, charging setups, long-term savings, and available incentives.
“Connecting local communities with straightforward EV education drives Plug’n Drive’s EVs are for EVeryone Tour,” said Cara Clairman, President and CEO of Plug’n Drive. “MEET Windsor will give residents and visitors an up-close look at electric driving and the tools to make informed and comfortable decisions about transitioning to an EV.”
MEET Windsor Details
- Dates: October 15 – November 15, 2026
- Hours: Thursdays through Sundays, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Location: Canadian Tire, 4150 Walker Rd., Windsor, ON N8W 3T5 | Map to MEET Windsor at Canadian Tire
What to Expect
Visitors to MEET Windsor can:
- Test drive a range of electric vehicles in a relaxed, sales-free environment
- Learn about charging, range, costs, and incentives through educational displays
- Speak with EV experts to get unbiased answers to their questions
- Compare EV models and learn which options may fit their lifestyle, budget, and driving needs
- Explore how EVs perform for city driving, commuting, longer trips, and Windsor road conditions
Vehicles available for test drives (subject to change):
- Chevrolet Bolt
- Chevrolet Silverado EV
- Hyundai IONIQ 9
- Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
- Nissan LEAF
- Toyota bZ
- Toyota Prius PHEV
- Volvo EX30
Win 250,000 RBC Avion Points
Enter for a chance to Win 250,000 RBC Avion Points
When you visit a MEET event and test drive an electric vehicle, you can enter the EVs are for EVeryone Tour Contest, presented by RBC, our National Champion Sponsor.
Two lucky winners—one from Eastern Canada and one from Western Canada—will each receive 250,000 Avion points, enough to redeem for an electric scooter and more.
How to Enter:
Visit a MEET event and scan the contest QR code to enter, or enter by visiting the western or eastern contest pages.
No purchase necessary. One entry per person. Open to all MEET visitors.
Visit the Tour. Drive electric. You could win big!
“At RBC, supporting Canadians on the path toward sustainable transportation starts with accessible EV education and practical tools,” said Marc Mundy, Vice President, Commercial Financial Services – Windsor Essex Lambton Kent. “Championing the EVs are for EVeryone Tour allows us to bring hands-on electric vehicle experiences straight to communities like Windsor, ON empowering residents to make confident, sustainable choices for their future.”
How to Participate in MEET Windsor
- Book ahead: Reserve a test drive online using the booking tool on the MEET Windsor webpage
- Walk-ins welcome: Drop by during event hours
Driver requirements:
- Must be 21+ with a full, unrestricted driver’s license
- Prefer not to drive? An EV Ambassador can drive for you
- Passengers aged 9+ welcome with a parent or guardian
Local Partners Supporting MEET Windsor
MEET Windsor is made possible through the support of our Local Site Sponsor, Canadian Tire.
“We’re excited to host the Mobile EV Education Trailer at Canadian Tire and give Windsor residents the chance to learn more about electric vehicles in a hands-on way. Events like this help people explore new transportation options, ask questions, and see what owning an EV could look like for them” said Michael Magennis, SVP, Petroleum & Strategic Initiatives, Canadian Tire.
ENWIN Utilities Ltd. (ENWIN) is supporting MEET Windsor as the Local Marketing Partner, helping promote the event and connect Windsor’s local community with opportunities for EV education and engagement.
EVs are for EVeryone Tour National and Regional Sponsors
The Tour is made possible with financial support from the Government of Canada and the essential contributions of sponsors.
National Champion Sponsor – RBC
Discovery Sponsors – Mike Brigham Foundation | Power Workers’ Union
Electrifying Sponsors – Bruce Power | NexDrive powered by NAPA | Ontario Power Generation | Toronto Hydro
Automaker Sponsors – Cadillac | Chevrolet | Hyundai | Mitsubishi | Nissan | Toyota | Volvo
Accelerator Sponsors – CAA Québec | Elocity | Flo
Amplified Sponsors – CAA | Electricity Canada | Electric Mobility Canada | Electrical Safety Authority | Indigenous Clean Energy | Women in Renewable Energy WiRE
EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour events offer EV test drives, expert consultations, and information on charging, the economic and environmental benefits of EVs, and how to choose the right EV for your needs.
To see where else the Tour is heading this season, visit EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour to access the full schedule, or explore Plug’n Drive’s events calendar.
About Plug’n Drive
Plug’n Drive is a not-for-profit organization accelerating EV adoption in Canada by providing brand-neutral education, hands-on experiences, and strategic insights to consumers, communities, businesses and decision-makers. Our vision is a well-informed Canadian public that understands the environmental and economic benefits of driving electric and is inspired to make the switch.
This year, we are proud to celebrate our 15th anniversary. Since 2011, we have made incredible strides in our mission through a variety of consumer education programs, including the launch of the world’s first Electric Vehicle Discovery Centre (EVDC) in Toronto, the Electric Vehicle Roadshow event series as well as the Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET). We also deliver EV test-drive experiences at major auto shows across Canada, helping thousands of drivers get behind the wheel each year.
Our corporate partnerships include EV auto manufacturers, utilities, EV charger manufacturers, and others. For more information about Plug’n Drive’s programs, services, and events, visit plugndrive.ca and sign up for our newsletter. Join our community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
If you are interested in an interview, please reach out via the contact information below.
Nusrat Anjum
Communications Advisor, Plug’n Drive
Email: nusrat@plugndrive.ca
Phone: 416-828-6993