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2024 NAFA I&E Ride & Drive Experience Lineup Announced
The new 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.
March 8, 2024
The NAFA Ride & Drive Experience, powered by Bobit, allows participants to experience firsthand the innovation and performance of various vehicles, as they look for new vehicle options for their fleets.
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The lineup for the new NAFA Fleet Management Institute & Expo (I&E) Ride & Drive Experience, powered by Bobit, have been announced.
Test Some New Rides
The new 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.
“We’re excited to collaborate with NAFA to offer I&E attendees an exceptional experience, showcasing the advancements driving the fleet industry forward," Bobit President of Events Henry Dicker said.
Hosted outdoors, the interactive event allows participants to experience firsthand the innovation and performance of various vehicles, as they look for new vehicle options for their fleets.
"The Ride & Drive Experience is one of the highlights of our 2024 I&E, providing attendees with a hands-on opportunity to explore the future of fleet vehicles and technologies," NAFA CEO Bill Schankel, CAE said.
This experience is set to take place during I&E in San Antonio, TX on Wednesday, April 24th from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Who's Coming to the Ride & Drive Experience?
The following companies will be participating in the 2024 Ride & Drive Experience:
BMW
Lucid
Mercedes Benz
Mullen Automotive
Stellantis
Toyota
Volkswagen
Volvo
Additional participating companies and vehicles will be announced in the coming weeks.
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