{"id":85749,"date":"2026-06-11T12:22:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T16:22:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=85749"},"modified":"2026-06-11T12:22:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T16:22:08","slug":"free-electric-vehicle-test-drives-coming-to-muskoka-june-18-july-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=85749","title":{"rendered":"Free Electric Vehicle Test Drives Coming to Muskoka June 18\u2013July 26 &#8211; Plug&#8217;n Drive Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- added tj - to add the single post thumbnail --><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-scaled.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive responsive--full alignright featured-post-single-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_7330-Edited-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"\/>\t\t<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plug\u2019n Drive\u2019s Mobile EV Education Trailer offers hands-on EV education at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre<\/h4>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bracebridge, ON \u2013 June 11, 2026 \u2013 <\/strong>Residents and visitors in the Muskoka region will have the opportunity to get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle (EV) when Plug\u2019n Drive brings its Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET) to Bracebridge from June 18 to July 26, 2026.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of Plug\u2019n Drive\u2019s 2026 <strong>EVs are for EVeryone Cross-Canada Tour<\/strong>, MEET Muskoka is designed to make EV education accessible in communities across Canada. The Tour is partially funded by Natural Resources Canada and championed by RBC, with local support from Lakeland EV Charging and the Town of Bracebridge.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MEET Muskoka (locally referred to as the Muskoka EV Tour) is located at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre and will offer free EV test drives and education every Thursday through Sunday. Visitors can experience electric vehicles firsthand, compare models, and get answers in a sales-free environment\u2014while learning about charging, range, performance, costs, incentives, and the benefits of driving electric.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMEET Muskoka is an opportunity to bring EV education directly to residents and visitors in a region where geography, seasonal tourism, and cottage country travel differ from larger urban centres,\u201d <strong>said Cara Clairman, President and CEO of Plug\u2019n Drive.<\/strong> \u201cOur EV Ambassadors are there to provide clear, unbiased information about range, charging, costs, and vehicle options so people can better understand how electric vehicles perform in real-world conditions.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MEET Muskoka Details<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Visitors to MEET Muskoka can:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Test drive a range of electric vehicles in a relaxed, sales-free environment<\/li>\n<li>Learn about charging, costs, and incentives through interactive displays<\/li>\n<li>Speak with EV experts to get unbiased answers to their questions<\/li>\n<li>Compare models to find what fits their lifestyle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vehicles available for test drives (subject to change):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2026 Chevrolet Bolt<\/li>\n<li>2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV<\/li>\n<li>2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9<\/li>\n<li>2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV<\/li>\n<li>2026 Nissan LEAF<\/li>\n<li>2026 Toyota bZ<\/li>\n<li>2026 Toyota Prius PHEV<\/li>\n<li>2026 Volvo EX30<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Win 250,000 RBC Avion Points<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enter for a chance to Win 250,000 RBC Avion Points<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you visit a MEET event and test drive an electric vehicle, you can enter the <strong>EVs are for EVeryone Tour Contest<\/strong>, presented by RBC, our National Champion Sponsor.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two lucky winners\u2014one from Eastern Canada and one from Western Canada\u2014will each receive <strong>250,000 Avion points<\/strong>, enough to redeem for an electric scooter and more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How to Enter:<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit a MEET event and scan the contest QR code to enter, or enter by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.rbc.com\/EVcontest\/western\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>western<\/strong><\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.rbc.com\/EVcontest\/eastern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>eastern<\/strong><\/a> contest pages.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No purchase necessary. One entry per person. Open to all MEET visitors.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit the Tour. Drive electric. You could win big!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cRBC is proud to support the EVs are for EVeryone Tour as it brings practical EV education to communities across Canada,\u201d <strong>said France Thibeault, Regional Vice President, Muskoka North<\/strong>. \u201cMEET Muskoka gives residents and visitors the opportunity to experience electric vehicles firsthand, ask questions, and gain information that can help them make more informed decisions around EVs.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Participate in MEET Muskoka<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driver requirements:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must be 21+ with a full, unrestricted driver\u2019s license<\/li>\n<li>Prefer not to drive? An EV Ambassador can drive for you<\/li>\n<li>Passengers aged 8+ welcome with a parent or guardian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local Partners Supporting MEET Muskoka<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Muskoka EV Tour is presented locally by <a href=\"https:\/\/lakelandevcharging.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lakeland EV Charging<\/a>, part of Lakeland Solutions, whose leadership in energy innovation and EV charging infrastructure is helping to support EV adoption across the region.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cLakeland EV Charging is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the Muskoka EV Tour and support more opportunities for residents and visitors to learn about electric vehicles and about our reliable public charging network in Muskoka and across Central Ontario,\u201d said <strong>Peter Ewald, Director, Lakeland Solutions.<\/strong> \u201cAs EV adoption and charging infrastructure continue to grow, events like this help connect people with unbiased information, local charging knowledge, and first-hand EV experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Town of Bracebridge is the Local Site Host for MEET Muskoka at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cEnvironmental responsibility is a key priority for the Town of Bracebridge, and initiatives like MEET Muskoka help turn that commitment into action. By giving residents access to reliable information and firsthand experiences with electric vehicles, we can support informed decision-making, encourage sustainable transportation options, and continue working toward a greener, more resilient community,\u201d <strong>said Rick Maloney, Mayor, Town of Bracebridge.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local EV Roadshows<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the period that MEET Muskoka will be in Bracebridge, EV Roadshows will branch out from the MEET to communities across the Muskoka region. EV Roadshow stops in the works include Huntsville, Bracebridge, and Parry Sound, with more details to follow. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/meet-muskoka\/\">MEET Muskoka<\/a> webpage for updates.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/event\/ev-roadshow-river-mill-park-farmers-market\/\"><strong>EV Roadshow: Huntsville at River Mill Park<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saturday, June 27\u00a0@\u00a010:00 am\u00a0\u2013\u00a03:00 pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday, June 28\u00a0@\u00a010:00 am\u00a0\u2013\u00a02:00 pm (Farmer\u2019s Market)<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">River Mill Park<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 King St, Huntsville,\u00a0ON\u00a0P1H2A6, Canada<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/event\/ev-roadshow-parry-sound-at-the-georgian-bay-biosphere\/\"><strong>EV Roadshow: Parry Sound \u2013 Georgian Bay Biosphere Event<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday, July 12\u00a0@\u00a010:00 am\u00a0\u2013\u00a02:00 pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Charles W. Stockey Centre<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 Bay St, Parry Sound,\u00a0ON\u00a0P2A1S4, Canada<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/event\/booth-muskoka-arts-crafts-annual-summer-show\/\"><strong>Booth: Muskoka Arts &amp; Crafts Summer Show<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sign up for test drives at the MEET.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, July 17 @ 11:00 am \u2013 5:00 pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saturday, July 18 @ 10:00 am \u2013 5:00 pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday, July 19 @ 10:00 am \u2013 4:00 pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Annie Williams Park<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">50 Santas Village Rd, Bracebridge, ON P1L1C7, Canada<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>EVs are for EVeryone Tour<\/em> National and Regional Sponsors<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Tour is made possible through partial funding from Natural Resources Canada and the essential support of sponsors.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National Champion Sponsor \u2013<\/strong> RBC<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discovery Sponsors \u2013<\/strong> Mike Brigham Foundation | Power Workers\u2019 Union<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Electrifying Sponsors <\/strong><strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Bruce Power | NexDrive powered by NAPA | Ontario Power Generation | Toronto Hydro<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Automaker Sponsors \u2013 <\/strong>Cadillac | Chevrolet | Hyundai | Mitsubishi | Nissan | Toyota | Volvo<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Accelerator Sponsors \u2013 <\/strong>CAA Qu\u00e9bec | Elocity | Flo<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Amplified Sponsors <\/strong><strong>\u2013 CAA | Electricity Canada | Electric Mobility Canada | Electrical Safety Authority | <\/strong>Indigenous Clean Energy | Women in Renewable Energy WiRE<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To see where else the <em>EVs are for Everyone Tour<\/em> is heading this season, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/evs-are-for-everyone\/\"><em>EVs are for Everyone Cross-Canada Tour<\/em><\/a> to access the full schedule, or explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plugndrive.ca\/events\/\">Plug\u2019n Drive\u2019s events calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About Plug\u2019n Drive<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year, we are proud to celebrate our 15<sup>th<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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 <a href=\"https:\/\/plugndrive.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plugndrive.ca<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lp.constantcontactpages.com\/su\/f6ww8XS\/subscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sign up for our newsletter.<\/a> Join our community on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PlugNDrive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/plugn_drive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/plugndrive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/plug'n-drive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are interested in an interview, please reach out via the contact information below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paige Robertson<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Education Program Coordinator, Plug\u2019n Drive<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:paige@plugndrive.ca\">paige@plugndrive.ca<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Phone: 705-706-5725<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plug\u2019n Drive\u2019s Mobile EV Education Trailer offers hands-on EV education at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre Bracebridge, ON \u2013 June 11, 2026 \u2013 Residents and visitors in the Muskoka region will have the opportunity to get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle (EV) when Plug\u2019n Drive brings its Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET) to 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