What’s Happening
Electrify Expo, the largest electric vehicle (EV) festival in North America, is set to take over Long Beach this weekend, transforming the Long Beach Convention Center into a vibrant hub of electric mobility. With over 150 participating brands, including industry leaders such as Tesla, Ford, Toyota, Volvo, Kia, Lexus, BMW, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi and others, the event promises an electrifying mix of fun and innovation from May 20-21.
Why It Matters
The two-day festival offers an unparalleled opportunity for attendees to experience the forefront of electric mobility technology. Festival-goers will have the chance to ride, drive, and demo a broad range of EVs including cars, trucks, e-motorcycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-skateboards, providing an exciting and immersive dive into the world of electric transportation.
Key Points
The Expo’s founder and executive producer, BJ Birtwell, expressed excitement about this year’s lineup, stating, “We’re thrilled to bring the biggest and best brands from all over the world to Long Beach to showcase their latest products and technology.” The event promises something for everyone, with a variety of attractions ranging from high-performance demos to comfortable street cruises, interactive displays, music, food, and even a massive kids zone.
Attendees can look forward to testing vehicles such as BMW’s i7, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive 35, i4 eDrive 40, i4 M50, Ford’s Mach E, F150 Lightning, Tesla’s Models S, 3, X, Y, and many more. In addition to automakers, visitors can also experience micromobility products from top brands including Cake, GIANT, NIU, Onewheel, and Ryvid Motorcycles, among others.
Bottom Line
Electrify Expo is opening its gates at 10 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday, May 20-21, offering a full day of immersive electric fun until 5 p.m. each day. Those interested can purchase tickets in person or online at the official Electrify Expo website. As the nation’s largest EV festival, the event marks a significant step forward in raising awareness and adoption of electric mobility, driving towards a sustainable future.
