Calgary, AB – March 5, 2026 – Plug’n Drive is proud to be a partner for the Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive at the 2026 Calgary International Auto and Truck Show (CIATS), taking place March 12–15 at the BMO Centre, Stampede Park. As part of its EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour, Plug’n Drive will help attendees get behind the wheel of the latest electric vehicles and experience firsthand how EVs perform on the road.
CIATS attendees will have the opportunity to participate in outdoor EV test drives, offered on a first come, first served basis. Registrations will take place at the front-left of Hall F, with test drives conducted outside. A selection of EVs from several automotive brands will be available.
Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Schedule:
- Thursday, March 12 | 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday, March 13 | 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday, March 14 | 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday, March 15 | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Requirements for Test Drive Participation:
- Participants must be 21 years or older
- Valid driver’s licence required
- Completion of a test drive waiver prior to driving
- Vehicles provided by participating automakers
Knowledgeable EV Ambassadors from Plug’n Drive will guide participants throughout the experience, answering questions about vehicle performance, charging, costs, and incentives.
“We’re proud to return to the Calgary International Auto & Truck Show to once again deliver hands-on EV test drives for attendees,” said Cara Clairman, President and CEO of Plug’n Drive. “There’s nothing more powerful than getting behind the wheel. By giving drivers the opportunity to experience EV performance in a real-world setting, we’re helping Albertans build the confidence they need to make informed decisions about going electric.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to test drive 20 battery-electric vehicles (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) from 11 brands, including:
- Cadillac ESCALADE IQ
- Cadillac LYRIQ
- Cadillac OPTIQ
- Cadillac VISTIQ
- Chevrolet Bolt EV (2027)
- Chevrolet Equinox EV
- Chevrolet Silverado EV
- Ford Mustang Mach-E
- Genesis GV70 Electrified
- GMC Hummer EV SUV
- GMC Hummer EV SUT
- GMC Sierra EV
- Hyundai IONIQ 9
- Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
- Kia EV4
- Kia EV9
- Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
- Nissan LEAF
- Porsche Macan EV
- Subaru Solterra
Vehicle lineup is subject to change.
New This Year: Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET)
In addition to the Ride and Drive, visitors can explore Plug’n Drive’s Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET), located indoors on the show floor. The MEET is part of the EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour and offers interactive displays, educational resources, and one-on-one conversations with EV experts. Attendees can pick up a complimentary Electrify Your Ride booklet and learn about all EV models available in Canada.
“We’re especially excited to bring our Mobile EV Education Trailer to CIATS for the first time as part of our EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour,” said Tracy Walden, Vice President, Engagement at Plug’n Drive. “The MEET allows us to connect with visitors in a deeper way — answering questions about charging, incentives, and available models — and ensuring every conversation is informative, welcoming, and completely sales-free.”
As interest in EVs grows across Alberta and beyond, Plug’n Drive’s presence at CIATS reflects its ongoing commitment to accelerating EV adoption through education and real-world driving experiences.
To learn more and purchase tickets, visit the Calgary International Auto and Truck Show website.
Opportunities are emerging all over Canada to experience EV test drives as part of the EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour. Check the Tour page often for regular updates.
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.
Alan Downward
Communications Advisor, Plug’n Drive
Email: alan@plugndrive.ca
Phone: 647-449-9715