As a part of the EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour, Plug’n Drive is thrilled to bring hands-on EV education to Halifax, Charlottetown, Fredericton and St. John’s

Toronto, ON–July 2, 2026–Plug’n Drive is bringing its EV Roadshow to Atlantic Canada from July till August—offering Halifax, Charlottetown, Fredericton and St. John’s residents and visitors free EV test drives and expert guidance on owning and operating an EV.

As part of Plug’n Drive’s EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour, the upcoming EV Roadshows will offer free EV test drives and education daily during scheduled event hours. The Tour is partially funded by Natural Resources Canada and championed by RBC, with local support from New Brunswick EV / VÉ Nouveau-Brunswick (véNBev), Drive Electric Charlottetown, the Electric Vehicle Association of Atlantic Canada (EVAAC) and Drive Electric NL.

The upcoming EV Roadshows are designed to provide guests with a practical, hands-on and sales-free environment to learn about electric vehicles. Plug’n Drive EV Ambassadors will be on-site to answer questions about EV performance, charging, battery range, the future of electrified transportation and how EVs can fit into everyday life.

“We are thrilled to bring the EV Roadshows to Atlantic Canada as part of our cross-Canada Tour,” said Cara Clairman, President and CEO of Plug’n Drive. “For many people, getting behind the wheel and having their questions answered by a trusted, unbiased source is what gives them the confidence to consider making the switch to electric. We look forward to helping residents in Halifax, Charlottetown, Fredericton, and St. John’s explore the benefits of driving electric and find out whether an EV is right for them.”

EV Roadshow: Halifax Details

Dates: July 10-12, 2026
Hours: Friday through Sunday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: IKEA Halifax, 645 Cutler Ave., Dartmouth, NS B3B 0M2 | Map to EV Roadshow: Halifax

EV Roadshow: Charlottetown Details

Dates: July 31, 2026
Hours: Friday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: Royalty Crossing, 670 University Ave., Charlottetown, PE C1E1H6 | Map to EV Roadshow: Charlottetown

EV Roadshow: Fredericton Details

Dates: August 14 – August 15, 2026
Hours: Friday through Saturday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: The New Brunswick Provincial Exhibition (NBEX), 361 Smythe St., Fredericton, NB E3B 3E1 | Map to EV Roadshow: Fredericton

EV Roadshow: St. John’s Details

Dates: Late August
Location: TBC

What to Expect

Visitors to EV Roadshows can:

Test drive a range of electric vehicles for free in a relaxed, sales-free environment
Learn about charging, range, costs, and incentives through educational displays
Speak with Plug’n Drive EV Ambassadors 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 the road conditions in Atlantic Canada

Vehicles available for test drives:

There will be a variety of makes and models of electric vehicles to test drive for free.

How to participate in the EV Roadshow:

Walk-ins welcome: Drop by during event hours to participate in the EV Roadshows.

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 the EV Roadshows

Thanks to Plug’nDrive’s local partners, the EV Roadshows are bringing free EV test drives and education to Atlantic Canada and encouraging communities to make the switch to electric vehicles.

The EV Roadshow: Halifax will be locally presented by the Electric Vehicle Association of Atlantic Canada (EVAAC). “This will be an awesome opportunity to see, learn about, and test drive a variety of electric vehicles with EV experts on hand from EVAAC, Plug’n Drive, & CAAAtlantic to answer all of your questions,” said Kurt Sampson, Executive Director of EVAAC.

The EV Roadshow: Charlottetown is possible due to the generous support of EVAAC Prince Edward Island. Jon Doucette, Vice President of EVAAC Prince Edward Island, said, “This EV Roadshow is a great opportunity to connect residents, businesses, and fleets with real-world EV experience. By working with Plug’n Drive and partners across Atlantic Canada, we’re helping build a cleaner, more resilient transportation future for our region.”

Plug’n Drive’s EV Roadshow: Fredericton is organized with support from our local partner NewBrunswick EV/ VÉ Nouveau-Brunswick (véNBev)—Tracy Miersch, President of VéNBev, said, “VéNBev is looking forward to partnering with Plug’n Drive to provide an opportunity for people to see and test drive a variety of EVs in a no-pressure atmosphere. This will be a great opportunity to ask all your questions about EVs and charging from EV owners who can share real-world examples from across New Brunswick. Learn more about how to find the right vehicle to meet your needs, there really is EV for everyone.”

Drive Electric NL is generously supporting Plug’n Drive to organize the EV Roadshow: St. John’s. “We’re excited to partner with Plug’n Drive to bring the EVs are for EVeryone Cross-CanadaTour to Newfoundland and Labrador. Since 2018, Drive Electric NL has been committed to helping Newfoundlanders and Labradorians learn about electric vehicles through real-world experience and trusted information, and this event will build on that work. We look forward to welcoming residents from across the region to St. John’s to explore EVs, ask questions, and discover how electric transportation can fit their needs and lifestyles,”—Jon Seary, Founder of Drive Electric NL.

EVs are for EVeryone Tour National and Regional Sponsors

The Tour is made possible through partial funding from Natural Resources Canada and the essential support 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

Accelerator Sponsors – CAA Québec | Elocity | Flo

EVs are for Everyone 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 EVs are for Everyone 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 15^th 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

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