Velocity Truck Centers will hold an Electric Vehicle (EV) Ride + Drive event at Irwindale Speedway, in California later this month, where cutting-edge electric vehicles will take center stage.
The event, scheduled for Aug. 23-24, 2023, will offer an unparalleled opportunity to experience the latest advancements in electric truck technology, featuring Battle Motors' impressive EV Fleet alongside Daimler's Freightliner eCascadia, eM2, and Rizon trucks.
Velocity says the EV Ride + Drive event promises an engaging and informative experience for fleet managers and industry professionals, highlighting the incredible capabilities of electric trucks in the commercial sector. Attendees will have the unique chance to get behind the wheel of the Class 4-8 fully battery electric offerings all in one place.
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"We are incredibly excited to host this groundbreaking event, bringing together some of the most revolutionary electric truck models in the industry," says Conan Barker, president at Velocity Truck Centers. "This event is a prime opportunity for attendees to experience firsthand the immense potential and advantages that electric trucks offer. It aligns with our vision of fostering sustainability in the trucking sector while meeting the evolving needs of our customers."
The company says key highlights of the EV Ride + Drive event will be experiencing Battle Motors Class 6, 7 and 8 equipment, Freightliner's eCascadia and eM2, and Rizon's Class 4 and 5 models (Rizon is a Daimler Truck brand).
