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2024 Fleet Forward Conference Ride & Drive Experience Lineup Announced

See which vehicles are slated to be part of the Ride & Drive lineup on November 6.

October 29, 2024
A blue, red, and white graphic with images of a Volkswagen ID. Buzz and a Volvo EX30, with text reading "Ride & Drive Experience".

This Fleet Forward Conference session allows fleet managers and professionals to get an idea of what vehicles are suitable for their fleets by taking them for a spin.

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The 2024 Fleet Forward Conference (FFC) Ride & Drive Experience lineup, sponsored by Nissan, has been announced.

The Ride & Drive Experience provides the opportunity for attendees to interact with the latest vehicle models, electric and alternative fuel vehicles, and cutting-edge technologies behind the wheel.

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On Nov. 6-8, professionals from across the fleet industry will meet at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina as part of a three-day event to engage in educational sessions, networking, and a chance to participate in the ride & drive and technology experience.

Who's Coming to the Ride & Drive Experience?

Test drive events allow fleet professionals to get an idea of what vehicles are suitable for their fleets by taking them for a spin. Attendees will have the opportunity to test new models such as the Volvo EX90, Volvo EX30, and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Vehicles scheduled to appear in the lineup include:

  • Audi Q6 e-tron (two vehicles)

  • Bollinger B4 Box Truck

  • Genesis GV60

  • Hyundai IONIQ5

  • Isuzu NRR-EV

  • Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

  • Jeep Wrangler 4xe

  • Legend-equipped RAM ProMaster

  • Lucid Air Touring

  • Mercedes-Benz EQB

  • Mercedes-Benz GLC

  • Nissan Ariya

  • Nissan Kicks

  • Polestar 3

  • Polestar 4

  • RAM ProMaster EV

  • Sortimo-equipped Ford Transit T-250 High Roof

  • Sortimo-equipped Chrysler Pacifica Touring

  • Tesla Cybertruck

  • Tesla Model 3

  • VinFast VF8

  • VinFast VF9

  • Volvo EX30

  • Volvo EX40

  • Volvo EX90

  • VW ID. Buzz

  • Yoshi Mobility Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 

  • Yoshi Mobility Portable EV Charger

Participating vehicles and auto manufacturers are subject to change.

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In addition to passenger cars, fleet professionals can expect to see the Bollinger B4 Box Truck, Sortimo-equipped Ford Transit T-250 High Roof, Yoshi Mobility Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, and more.

Get Ready: FFC Is Next Week!

Fleet Safety and Fleet Forward Conferences will address electrification, connected vehicles, autonomous technology, last-mile mobility, IoT, shared mobility, Fleet Management as a Service, next-generation telematics, and more.

Mike Branch, vice president of data and analytics at Geotab, will host the opening keynote. As a data scientist and software developer, Branch will unveil how AI is creating a new era for fleets. 

Automotive Fleet's Fleet Forward Conference includes seminars, tabletop exhibits, networking, lunch, and a vehicle ride and drive. See who else is in the lineup so far and register for the event.

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