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E-Transportation shows coming to Invermere and Cranbrook
Submitted by Wildsight Invermere
Do you have questions about electric vehicles? Would you like to take one for a test drive, hop on an electric bike or scooter, learn from current EV owners about their experience? Come check out the E-Transportation Shows – Sept. 14 in Invermere and Sept 21 in Cranbrook.
Wildsight Invermere, Cleanline Automotive and the East Kootenay Climate Hub (EKCH) have come together to bring the shows to the Columbia Valley. Local businesses have also jumped on board to showcase their new electric vehicles in their fleets.
The Invermere show will have Ford Lightnings from thinkBright Homes, District of Invermere and Taynton Bay, and test drive the latest EV’s from Subaru and Kia dealerships at both locations.
Some special treats at the Cranbrook show include two converted 1928 vehicles, and an opportunity to test out E-scooters from Rain Bird. Ride your bike to the venue and take advantage of the bike valet service!
The shows run from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and are free for all. A special session for answering all your questions will be held at noon in each location.
“Cleanline Automotive is excited to be part of this event, sharing what we know about electric vehicles and helping people determine if an EV is right for them. These decisions can be overwhelming for individuals and businesses. We’ve done extensive EV training, so this is an opportunity to share knowledge and information with our community. It’s great to be working with Wildsight on this event, we are a long-time supporter of Wildsight and the environmental stewardship work they do in our area,” stated Stephanie Van de Kemp, co-owner Cleanline Automotive.
Experts are saying that transportation contributes the most to our planet’s greenhouse gas emissions. All of us have experienced firsthand the increase of extreme wildfire events, smoke, drought and food costs in our communities.
Many of us have firsthand knowledge of the value of electrifying our homes and transportation. The East Kootenay Climate Hub want everyone to have the opportunity to experience what that looks like and enjoy the benefits of reducing emissions and have an economical driving experience. And also to enjoy the fun and freedom of going electric! Ask anyone, EVs are fun to drive!
You can also check out Wildsight’s Spark – EV carshare program and learn about the Kootenay Carshare and Airshare programs. There are many ways to reduce emissions and sharing resources is one of the best!
If you are a driver of an EV and would like to get involved in the fun, just email Karen at [email protected].
When: Sept 14 Invermere – Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, 651 Hwy 93/93.
Sept 21 Cranbrook – 1 St. S. at Rotary Park.
Photo courtesy Pat Morrow
