S.F. Bay Area consumer expo showcases green vehicles

Last updated Oct 4, 2010 — 4 views

Claimed to be the San Francisco Bay Area’s first consumer event dedicated to electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and other high-tech, eco-friendly vehicles, the Green Drive Expo takes place October 9 in Richmond, Calif. Attendees will see — and have the opportunity to test drive — many of the latest fuel-efficient and clean-energy vehicles, say the event’s organizers.

In addition to showcasing vehicles powered by ethanol, biodiesel, natural gas, hydrogen, and electric batteries, the one-day event promises “lively presentations on the full spectrum of green and clean vehicles from experts and enthusiasts.”

As event organizers put it, “attendees will learn where, when, and how they can expect to purchase the hottest eco-friendly vehicles, the latest on consumer incentives for clean cars, and updates on alternative fuel technologies.” Talks by expert speakers will also address “pressing climate legislation and the future of green vehicles.”

The event’s keynote talk, entitled “Dawn of a New EV Era,” will be presented by Chelsea Sexton of “Who Killed the Electric Car?” fame.

Other talks and panel discussions discuss:

  • Toyota’s Green Car Future
  • Ford’s Electrification Strategy: “Charging into the Future”
  • Real-life Experiences of EV Drivers
  • How Change Happens: A Story of Courage and Conviction
  • Ditch the Car. Ride A Bike.
  • Consumer Incentives for Plug-in Cars
  • Green Car Conversions

Test drive and showcased vehicles

The real stars of the event, of course, will be broad spectrum of electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and other eco-friendly vehicles on display and available for test drives by attendees. As of this date, they include…

  • Test drive vehicles:
    • Toyota Prius

    • Toyota Prius PHEV
    • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    • Toyota Highlander Hybrid 

    • Ford Escape PHEV

    • Ford Escape Hybrid

    • Ford Fusion Hybrid

    • Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
    • Mitshubishi i-MiEV
    • Smart Fortwo

    • Think City EV
    • Diggler electric scooter
    • Bicycles (electric and standard)
  • Vehicles on static display (in addition to those above):
    • Nissan Leaf EV
    • Brammo Enertia (EV motorcycle) 

    • Jai Bike (EV bicycle)
    • Lightening Motorcycles (EV)

    • Ford Focus EV
    • Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid
  • Vehicles showcased by owners:
    • Toyota Prius

    • Converted Toyota Plug-in Priuses
    • Toyota RAV4 EV

    • 1992 Mazda Miata (converted EV)

    • 2008 Honda Civic GX (natural gas)
    • 2002 Honda Insight

    • Honda Civic EX (converted EV)

    • 2008 Tesla Roadsters (two of them)

    • 970 Amptran Model 100 (EV)
    • Custom-built three-wheel EV, the “Joecar”

The event takes place from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on October 9, 2010. Entry is $10 for adults, and free for youths 16 and under. To register or obtain additional information, visit Green Drive Expo’s website.
 



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