NAFA Announces Lineup for 2025 Indoor EV Test Track and Ride & Drive Experience at I&E

Test-drive the future of fleet at NAFA I&E 2025 with hands-on EV experiences and the latest in alternative fuel technology, powered by Automotive Fleet.

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April 23, 2025

Outdoor ride and drive event with NAFA and Automotive Fleet logos. — These hands-on events, powered by *Automotive Fleet*, will provide attendees with unique opportunities to experience electric and alternative fuel vehicles in the passenger seat and behind the wheel.
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NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) recently announced the lineup for two events at the 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E) that will highlight the latest advancements in fleet technology: the Indoor EV Test Track and the Ride & Drive Experience.

These events, powered by Automotive Fleet, will provide attendees with unique opportunities to experience electric and alternative fuel vehicles in the passenger seat and behind the wheel.

“The Indoor EV Test Track and Ride & Drive Experience are essential opportunities for fleet professionals to experience firsthand the cutting-edge technologies and innovations shaping the future of fleet management,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “Both events showcase the rapid advancement of the electric vehicle and alternative fuel industries, and we’re excited to bring these dynamic experiences to I&E 2025.”

Indoor EV Test Track: A Ride-Along Experience With the Latest Electric Vehicles

Tuesday, April 29: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Wednesday, April 30: 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

The Indoor EV Test Track invites attendees to step into the passenger seat for an exclusive ride-along experience featuring the newest electric vehicles in the industry. This event provides a rare opportunity to experience the performance and technology of EVs on an indoor track located in the Expo Hall. Participating manufacturers include:

Ford – 2025 E-Transit
Lucid – 2025 Air Touring
Nissan – 2025 Ariya
PoleStar – 2025 PS4
Rivian – Delivery 500
Volkswagen
Volvo – 2025 EX30

Inspiration Fleet, sponsor of the Indoor EV Test Track, will provide a viewing lounge near the check-in area.

Outdoor Ride & Drive Experience: Get Behind the Wheel of the Latest Fleet Vehicles

Wednesday, April 30: 3:00-5:00 p.m.

The Ride & Drive Experience allows attendees to get behind the wheel of some of the market's most innovative electric and alternative fuel vehicles. Participants can drive vehicles from top manufacturers, including:

Ford – 2025 F-150 Lightning and 2025 E-Transit
Lucid – 2025 Air Touring
Mercedes Benz
Nissan – 2025 Kicks and 2025 Ariya
Polestar – 2025 PS3
Ram Professional – 2025 2500, 2025 1500, 2024 Durango Pursuit, 2025 Dodge Charger EV
Rivian – Delivery 500
Toyota – (2) bZ4X
U Power – (2) Van L1H1
Volkswagen – 2025 ID Buzz
Volvo

These are just two of the many exciting elements of I&E 2025, featuring over 40 educational sessions, hands-on demonstrations, and networking opportunities.

This year’s sponsors include Automotive Fleet, Enterprise Fleet Management, FASTER Asset Solutions, Fleetio, Fleetworthy, Geotab, Holman, Honda, Hyundai Motor America, Inspiration Fleet, IntelliShift, LEGEND, Merchants Fleet, Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Motive, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ram Professional, Reindeer Logistics, LLC, Rexel Energy, RTA The Fleet Success Company, Samsara, Voyager Mastercard, and Wheels, Inc.

Topics:Electric Vehicles Ride and Drive Volkswagen Volvo Rivian Test Drive Nissan NAFA NAFA Institute & Expo Polestar Ram Trucks Ford Toyota Green Fleet

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