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Guelph, ON \u2013 May 7, 2026 \u2013 <\/strong>Residents of Guelph will have the opportunity to experience electric vehicles (EVs firsthand) when Plug\u2019n Drive brings its Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET) to the community this spring. MEET Guelph <\/a>offers free, no-pressure EV test drives designed to help people explore electric driving in a practical, accessible way.<\/p>\n Open for extended weekends throughout the month, MEET Guelph provides a welcoming space for visitors to get behind the wheel, ask questions, and learn how EVs fit into everyday life\u2014from charging to range to real-world performance.<\/p>\n \u201cGetting people into the driver\u2019s seat is one of the most effective ways to build confidence in electric vehicles,\u201d said Cara Clairman, President and CEO of Plug\u2019n Drive. \u201cThe MEET gives people the chance to explore their options, understand how charging works, and see how an EV could fit into their routine.\u201d<\/p>\n Visitors to MEET Guelph can:<\/strong><\/p>\n Vehicles available for test drives (subject to change):<\/strong><\/p>\n Visitors who attend MEET Guelph and take a test drive can enter the EVs are for Everyone Cross-Country Tour <\/em>Contest<\/strong>.\u00a0 RBC is the National Champion Sponsor of the Tour. Their support and leadership is helping expand access to EV education and hands-on experiences in communities across Canada.<\/p>\n Two winners\u2014one in Eastern Canada and one in Western Canada\u2014will each receive 250,000 RBC Avion points<\/strong>, enough to redeem for an electric scooter and more.<\/p>\n How to enter:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cHands-on experience is important in any large purchasing decision,\u201d said Raza Abubakr, Regional Vice President \u2013 Guelph Cambridge, at RBC<\/strong>. \u201cThis tour is a tangible way to help Canadians understand the benefits of driving an EV up-front as they consider switching to electric transportation.\u201d<\/p>\n MEET Guelph is presented locally by Alectra Utilities<\/a>, which is helping remove barriers to EV adoption with a suite of consumer tools and resources, including an EV Calculator and its Charging Ahead: Homeowner\u2019s Guide to Installing a Level 2 EV Charger<\/em>. Learn more on Alectra\u2019s Smart eMobility portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cEmpowering communities with the knowledge and confidence to adopt electric vehicles is a critical step toward a cleaner energy future,\u201d said Geri Yin, Vice-President, Alectra Green Energy & Technologies (GRE&T) Centre<\/strong>, Alectra\u2019s innovation hub in Guelph. \u201cSupporting the MEET in Guelph reflects Alectra\u2019s strong connection to the Guelph community and our commitment to helping residents and organizations adopt electric vehicles through practical tools, education, and on-the-ground support.<\/p>\n eMERGE Guelph Sustainability<\/strong><\/a> is supporting the delivery of MEET Guelph by helping connect Plug\u2019n Drive with local EV owners and enthusiasts who will serve as trained EV Ambassadors, providing visitors with peer-to-peer insights and locally-informed experience.<\/p>\n \u201cGuelph is buzzing with EV drivers eager to share their real experiences,\u201d said Evan Ferrari, Executive Director, eMERGE Guelph Sustainability. <\/strong>\u201cThrough MEET Guelph, connects residents with our EV Ambassadors for honest conversations that inspire change.\u201d<\/p>\n The Guelph chapter of the Climate Action Network<\/strong><\/a> is helping to amplify community engagement, connecting the program to local climate action efforts and encouraging residents to explore low-carbon transportation options.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Guelph Climate Action Network is thrilled to have played a part in bringing the MEET to Guelph,\u201d said Donna Jennison, Chair, Guelph Climate Action Network<\/strong>. \u201cEVs, along with public transit and strong active transportation infrastructure are key components of our city\u2019s plans to reduce emissions and help create a Net Zero city.\u00a0 Programs like the MEET provide exciting opportunities to explore practical low-carbon choices and turn awareness into action. See you at MEET Guelph!\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cWhat a great idea to give our community a chance to check out a variety of electric cars and even take them for a spin,\u201c adds Karen Rathwell, Chair Guelph Wellington Coalition for Social Justice<\/strong>. \u201cOnce people start driving the quiet and smooth ride will be evident.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAs we look toward a cleaner, more sustainable future, initiatives like MEET Guelph make it easier\u2014and more fun\u2014for our community to take meaningful steps forward,\u201d said Carolyn Weatherson, Co-Chair Rotary Club of Guelph Environment Committee.<\/strong> \u201cThe Rotary Club of Guelph is proud to support opportunities that educate, inspire, and empower people to be part of the solution. The MEET lets people experience firsthand that the future of transportation is already here\u2014and how each of us can help build a cleaner, greener Guelph.\u201d<\/p>\n The Tour is made possible through partial funding from Natural Resources Canada and the essential support of sponsors.<\/p>\n National Champion Sponsor<\/strong> \u2013 RBC<\/p>\n Discovery Sponsors<\/strong> \u2013 Mike Brigham Foundation | Power Workers\u2019 Union<\/p>\n Electrifying Sponsors <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Bruce Power | NexDrive powered by NAPA | Ontario Power Generation | Toronto Hydro<\/p>\n Automaker Sponsors \u2013 <\/strong>Cadillac | Chevrolet | Hyundai | Mitsubishi | Toyota | Volvo<\/p>\n Accelerator Sponsors \u2013 <\/strong>CAA Qu\u00e9bec | Elocity | Flo<\/p>\n Amplified Sponsors <\/strong>\u2013 CAA | Electricity Canada | Electric Mobility Canada | Electrical Safety Authority | <\/strong>Indigenous Clean Energy | Women in Renewable Energy WiRE<\/p>\n EVs are for Everyone Tour<\/em> 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.<\/p>\n To see where else the EVs are for Everyone Tour<\/em> is heading this season, visit EVs are for Everyone Cross-Canada Tour<\/em><\/a> to access the full schedule, or explore Plug\u2019n Drive\u2019s events calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n Plug\u2019n 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.\u00a0Our vision is a well-informed Canadian public that understands the environmental and economic benefits of driving electric and is inspired to make the switch.<\/p>\n This year, we are proud to celebrate our 15th<\/sup> anniversary. Since 2011, we have made incredible strides in our mission through a variety of consumer education programs, including the launch of the world\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Our corporate partnerships include EV auto manufacturers, utilities, EV charger manufacturers, and others. For more information about Plug\u2019n Drive\u2019s programs, services, and events, visit plugndrive.ca<\/a> and sign up for our newsletter.<\/a> Join our community on Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, Instagram<\/a> and LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you are interested in an interview, please reach out via the contact information below.<\/strong><\/p>\n Alan Downward<\/strong><\/p>\n Communications Advisor, Plug\u2019n Drive<\/p>\n Email: alan@plugndrive.ca<\/p>\n Phone: 647-449-9715<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" MEET Guelph Offers Free Electric Vehicle Test Drives and Education Guelph, ON \u2013 May 7, 2026 \u2013 Residents of Guelph will have the opportunity to experience electric vehicles (EVs firsthand) when Plug\u2019n Drive brings its Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET) to the community this spring. 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