Plug In & Go
Charge Across Town is launching Plug In & Go, a national campaign bringing electric vehicle education and ride-and-drive experiences directly to communities across the country. Focused on affordability, reliability, and equity, the tour will reach Justice40 regions to help shift public perception and increase confidence in EV adoption.
In collaboration with community-based organizations, utilities, and local governments, Plug In & Go™ will showcase real-world EV solutions and highlight the growing accessibility of clean transportation.
Funded by Electrify America’s Cycle 4 ZEV Investment Plan.
Past Events
Lincoln, Nebraska
June 20, 2026 | Malone Center at Trago Park Park
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Charge Across Town partnered with Lincoln Electric System (LES) and the Nebraska Clean Cities & Communities Coalition to bring our Plug In & Go EV Myth Busting campaign to the new Malone Center at Trago Park in Lincoln, Nebraska.
LES and Nebraska Clean Cities & Communities Coalition have been longtime champions of clean transportation across Nebraska, and Trago Park was the perfect setting to meet families where they already gather. Rain moved through the park for a good stretch of the day, but the crowd’s enthusiasm didn’t wash out — entire families jumped in to bust EV myths, spin the wheel, and explore electric vehicles up close for the first time.
Event Highlights:
- 82 surveys completed
- 49% of respondents had never been in an EV before
- 51% of respondents would consider buying or leasing an EV as their next vehicle
- 61% of respondents have a positive perception of EVs
Estes Park, Colorado
April 25, 2026 – Bigfoot Days Festival
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Charge Across Town partnered with Drive Clean Colorado and Rivian at the Estes Park Bigfoot Days Festival — a two-day community celebration with no prior connection to clean transportation or electric vehicles.
Bringing EV education to a corner of Colorado known for EV skepticism was the whole point. With seven EVs on display and a team ready for honest conversations, the Plug In & Go campaign met locals and out-of-state visitors right where they were — and let the vehicles do a lot of the talking.
Event Highlights:
- 15 Eventbrite registrations
- 200 estimated attendees
- 38 surveys completed
- 94% of respondents have a positive perception of EVs
Savannah, Georgia
April 24, 2026 | Daffin Park
On Friday, April 24, 2026, Charge Across Town made its Savannah debut at Daffin Park, bringing the Plug In & Go Ride & Drive campaign to a community that, for many attendees, had never had a hands-on EV experience before.
Savannah’s growing interest in clean transportation made Daffin Park a natural first stop. The event sparked meaningful conversations with neighbors about charging, range, and what it actually feels like to drive electric — planting seeds for EV adoption across the region.
Event Highlights:
- 53 Eventbrite registrations
- 750 estimated attendees
- 151 surveys completed
- 74% of respondents have a positive perception of EVs
Kansas City, Kansas
April 24, 2026 – Boulevard Drive-In
On Friday, April 24, 2026, Charge Across Town partnered with Metropolitan Energy Center to bring the EV CARnival to the Boulevard Drive-In in Kansas City — a one-of-a-kind evening that blended EV education with interactive games, a DeLorean photo op, and a Back to the Future double feature under the stars.
Metropolitan Energy Center has been a steady voice for clean energy and clean transportation across the region, and the EV CARnival showed what’s possible when education meets a great night out. The drive-in setting drew families, EV-curious neighbors, and longtime enthusiasts alike, and the energy carried straight through to the second feature.
Event Highlights:
- 800 Eventbrite registrations
- 450 estimated attendees
- 140 surveys completed
- 94% of respondents have a positive perception of EVs
Washington, D.C
April 18, 2026 – Woodlawn Lake Park
On Saturday, April 18, 2026, Charge Across Town joined the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) on the National Mall as a sponsor of their annual Earth Day event, alongside Electrify America.
GWRCCC has long been a regional leader connecting government, industry, and community partners around cleaner fuels and cleaner air. Both Charge Across Town and Electrify America took the stage to share our mission and speak to the role electric vehicles play in cleaner transportation, while attendees took part in a 1K walk and enjoyed a live DJ that brought real energy to the heart of the nation’s capital.
Event Highlights:
- 500 estimated attendees
- 91 surveys completed
- 70% of respondents would consider an EV as their next vehicle
- 62% of respondents have a positive perception of EVs
Event Highlights:
- 75 Eventbrite registrations
- 350 estimated attendees
- 197 surveys completed
- 50% of respondents had never been in an EV before
San Antonio, Texas
April 18, 2026 – Woodlawn Lake Park
On Saturday, April 18, 2026, Charge Across Town brought our Plug In & Go Ride & Drive campaign to Woodlawn Lake Park in San Antonio as part of the city’s Earth Day celebration, partnering with the Texas EV Education Project to introduce locals to electric mobility.
Earth Day San Antonio drew a wide cross-section of the community, and our prize wheel kept conversations flowing all afternoon. For a city where most residents still rely on a personal gas vehicle to get around, the day was a meaningful step toward making EVs feel familiar, accessible, and worth a closer look.
Event Highlights:
- 75 Eventbrite registrations
- 350 estimated attendees
- 197 surveys completed
- 50% of respondents had never been in an EV before
Memphis, Tennessee
November 15, 2025 – Crosstown Concourse
On November 15, 2025, Charge Across Town teamed up with Drive Electric Tennessee, Drive Electric Memphis, Memphis Light, Gas & Water (MLGW), and the Memphis/Shelby County Office of Sustainability to bring the Plug In & Go Electric Vehicle Experience to Crosstown Concourse!
This community-powered event created a welcoming space for Memphis residents to explore electric mobility firsthand. Attendees had the chance to see, sit in, and test drive a wide range of electric vehicles—from Polestars and Teslas to the VW ID. Buzz, along with dealer models like the Rivian R1S, R1T, and Cadillac Lyriq. The Myth-Busting Scavenger Hunt kept families and EV-curious visitors engaged all day, and many shared that they learned something new about how EVs work and what ownership looks like.
Beyond the vehicles, Rebel Bikes brought a fleet of e-bikes and scooters that drew strong interest from attendees looking for alternative, accessible ways to get around the city. With the support of dedicated volunteers, local partners, and Memphis community organizations, the event helped build momentum for clean transportation across Tennessee.
We’re grateful to our partners for helping make this event a vibrant and educational experience—and to everyone in Memphis who joined us to celebrate the future of mobility!
Lincoln, Nebraska
September 28, 2025 – LES Kevin Wailes Operations Center
On September 28, 2025, Charge Across Town partnered with Lincoln Electric System (LES) to bring our Plug In & Go Ride & Drive campaign to the LES Kevin Wailes Operations Center in Lincoln, Nebraska.
As a community-owned public power utility, LES has been a leader in clean energy and sustainable transportation, preparing Lincoln for a plug-in future through education, incentives, and forward-thinking grid planning. Utilities play a critical role in accelerating EV adoption, and LES continues to demonstrate what local clean energy leadership looks like in Nebraska.
Event Highlights:
- 135 in-car experiences completed
- 89 test drivers participated
- Nearly 50% of attendees had never driven an EV before
- 82% said they would consider an EV as their next vehicle
Beyond the EV experience, attendees enjoyed food trucks, expert-led sessions; including an EV Dealers & Owners Panel and a Charging 101 workshop—and a welcoming, community-focused environment. The day offered residents a hands-on introduction to electric mobility and highlighted the region’s growing commitment to clean transportation.
Detroit, Michigan
August 14, 2025 – ECN Transportation Fair & Plug In & Go Ride & DriveOn August 14, 2025, Charge Across Town partnered with the Eastside Community Network (ECN) and Michigan Clean Cities to launch our Plug In & Go Ride & Drive campaign at ECN’s Transportation Fair in Detroit.
The eastside of Detroit is one of the most diverse communities in the metro area—and ECN has been championing its sustainable growth and clean mobility since 1984. Michigan Clean Cities, through its affiliation with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Cities program, supports community-focused clean transportation solutions across Michigan, working with fleets, communities, and policymakers.
Event Highlights:
- 65 EV rides and drives completed
- 77% of participants had never driven an EV before
- 92% left with a positive impression of electric vehicles
- Nearly 70%—2 out of 3 attendees—said they’re very likely to consider an EV as their next vehicle
Beyond the EV experience, Detroiters engaged with transportation resources, received bike repairs and giveaways, and connected with e-bike opportunities, food, and community-building moments.
Denton, Texas
September 13, 2025 – Arts & Auto Show
On September 13, 2025, Charge Across Town brought the Plug In & Go Ride & Drive campaign to the annual Arts & Autos Festival on the historic Denton Town Square, in partnership with the Texas EV and NCTCOG.
Denton, located about 40 miles outside of Dallas, is known for its strong arts and cultural scene, diverse community, and its role as a college town with two local universities. The Arts & Autos Festival provided the perfect backdrop to showcase electric vehicles and clean transportation solutions in the heart of this vibrant community.
Event Highlights:
- 126 EV rides and drives completed
- 38% of participants had never driven an EV before
- 90% left with a positive impression of electric vehicles
- Nearly 100% of attendees said they’re very likely to consider an EV as their next vehicle!
Participants explored clean mobility options, engaged with local resources on EV charging and incentives, and experienced firsthand the excitement of going electric at one of Denton’s signature community events!
Norfolk, Virginia
September 20, 2025 – Norfolk Premium Outlets
On September 20, 2025, We partnered with Virginia Clean Cities to bring our Plug In & Go Ride & Drive campaign to the Norfolk Premium Outlets as part of National Drive Electric Month.
Norfolk, a coastal city with a rich maritime heritage and vibrant community, provided the perfect setting to showcase clean mobility on land and water. The event featured EV test drives, vehicle displays, and fast-charging demonstrations — plus electric boats, jet skis, and trucks, showing just how versatile zero-emission transportation can be.
Event Highlights:
- 100+ EV rides and drives completed
- 20% of drivers test drove more than 1 vehicle
- 30% of participants had never driven an EV before
- 80% left with a positive impression of electric vehicles
The event featured a DJ powered by an electric truck, a food truck serving snacks and smoothies, and a wide range of community partners helping to expand EV education and awareness.
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Electrify America is committed to promoting Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) adoption by providing transformative, customer-centric infrastructure and energy management solutions. With a mission to achieve a net zero carbon footprint, the network is supported by 100% renewable energy. Electrify America invests heavily in community and educational programs to advance equitable electrification across the U.S. To learn more, visit Electrify America.
