SOLIHULL’S first Electric Vehicle (EV) Experience Event has been hailed a success by organisers.
Solihull Council joined forces with Let’s Experience Electric to host Solihull Going Electric to give a boost to the authority’s Electric Vehicle Strategy, which aims to facilitate the wider adoption of EVs across the borough and tackle some of the current barriers slowing the transition to cleaner air and more sustainable means of travel.
The town centre was transformed into a vibrant hub for electric vehicles, as it showcased the growing range of EVs and allowed hundreds of residents to explore some of the benefits of EV adoption and sustainable transport
Those in attendance had the opportunity to test drive a range of exciting new electric cars and bikes, speak to dealers and learn from industry experts about the latest advancements in EV technology.
The event also featured the pioneering autonomous shuttle, part of the Solihull and Coventry Automated Links Evolution (SCALE) project, as well as the newly installed state-of-the-art Qwello charging points in the Council car park, highlighting the Council’s dedication to improve EV infrastructure across the borough and expand its charging network in Solihull.
Exhibitors for the event included BYD, Vauxhall, BMW, Citroën, Mercedez Benz, Škoda, Smart, Peugeot, Fiat, Ford and Leapmotor, showcasing a diverse fleet of electric options across a range of price points.
Councillor Andy Mackiewicz, cabinet member for Climate Change and Planning, said: “It was fantastic to see so many people interested about the benefits of EVs. The High Street was a real sight to behold with exciting top-of-the-range electric vehicles on display.
“It was also great to showcase some of the new electric charging points installed in the Council House car park by Qwello, which is part of our wider plan to install up to 500 new charging points within Council car parks and on-street destinations by 2026.
“It is crucial that we strive to have more infrastructure in place that can facilitate the switch away from fossil fuelled vehicles; which will improve air quality and reduce our greenhouse gas emissions.”
