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Chicago Drives Electric - Sunday, Oct. 6, 4:00-5:30 PM

When
Sunday, October 06, 2024
Location
Chicago Automobile Trade Association, 18W200 Butterfield Rd., Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Spaces left
77

Registration

Reservation (4:00 - 5:30 PM) – $5.00
NO REFUNDS. CDE reservation includes $5 discount for the 2025 Chicago Auto Show. Reservation required for each driving participant; not required for non-driving guests. This is an outdoor event, subject to weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.

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The producers of the Chicago Auto Show are plugging into the EV revolution with Chicago Drives Electric, putting you behind the wheel of some of today’s brand-new electric vehicles! This event is designed for attendees to experience the latest EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids to showcase a variety of options that may fit individual needs or lifestyles.

In addition to driving and learning about the latest electrified vehicles, experts from the automakers, Cars.com, DriveChicago.com, ComEd, Powering Chicago, and others will be on hand to assist with questions as they relate to range anxiety, on-the-go charging networks and infrastructure, at-home charging and installation, and where to begin your search.

Chicago Drives Electric Vehicles include the following (subject to change):

Audi (must be 25 to drive, 18 to ride)
- e-tron GT
- Q4 e-tron
- Q8 e-tron
BMW (must be 21 to drive, 16 to ride)
- iX
- i4
- i5
- i7
Cadillac (must be 18 to drive, 40 inches or 40 lbs. to ride)
- LYRIQ
Chevrolet (must be 21 to drive, 40 inches or 40 lbs. to ride)
- Blazer EV RS
- Equinox EV 2RS
- Silverado EV RST
Ford (must be 18 to drive, 16 to ride)
- F-150 Lightning
- Mach-e
GMC (21 to drive, no restrictions for riders)
- Hummer EV SUT
- Hummer EV SUV
- Sierra Denali EV
Hyundai (must be 18 to drive, 40 inches or 40 lbs. to ride)
- IONIQ 5 & IONIQ 5 N (static)
- IONIQ 5 Limited
- IONIQ 6
- IONIQ 6 Limited
Kia (must be 18 to drive, 40 inches or 40 lbs. to ride)
- EV6
- EV9
- Sorento HEV (static)
- Sportage PHEV
Subaru (must be 21 to drive, 12 to ride)
- Solterra
Toyota (must 16 to drive, no restrictions for ride)
- bZ4X
- Camry XLE
- Prius Prime
- RAV4 Prime
Volvo (must 21 to drive, no restrictions for ride)
- EX30 (static)
- EX90 (static)
- C40 Recharge
- XC40 Recharge

Test drives are on a first come, first served basis. Your Chicago Drives Electric reservation guarantees your entry within your selected date and 2-hour timeframe only. Please be on time to maximize the full event experience.

Cars.com will have used vehicle appraisal experts on hand Friday and Saturday to offer attendees a free evaluation of their current vehicle and Universal Condition Report. The report will give attendees a list of common problems and recalls, value-impacting features/non-factory modifications, the vehicle’s overall condition and history, and any other considerations that impact the total value of a vehicle. Attendees will get a printout to take with them that includes the current value of their specific vehicle, and if interested in selling their vehicle, they can visit Cars.com/Sell to be contacted by a local dealer.

The event will also feature FREE parking!

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

Driver requirements are set by the participating manufacturers. In most cases, drivers must be 21 years of age and possess a valid, state-issued driver license. Drivers may be required to submit to a breathalyzer test. Age and other requirements vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. All participants will be asked to sign individual waivers from each manufacturer. All bags subject to search. Patrons may be randomly selected for security screening. Attendees with disabilities will be directed to designated parking, which is immediately adjacent to the event.

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Chicago Automobile Trade Association
18W200 Butterfield Rd.
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
(630) 495-2282

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