Plug’n Drive and NB Lung Bring Free EV Education and Test Drives to FCM Sustainable Communities Conference

Empowering Municipalities with Clean Transportation Solutions

FREDERICTON, NB –(COMMUNITYWIRE)– Plug’n Drive and NB Lung are bringing free electric vehicle (EV) education and test drives to the 2025 Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Sustainable Communities Conference, taking place from February 10 to 13, in Fredericton, New Brunswick. As conference co-sponsors, they are providing attendees and the local community with an opportunity to experience clean transportation firsthand.

“Community leaders have the power to drive change by introducing EV education and test drives in their municipalities,” said Tracy Walden, Vice President Engagement at Plug’n Drive. “We invite them to visit our booth at the conference, sign up for a test drive, and discuss how we can bring this initiative to their communities.”

Melanie Langille, President and CEO of NB Lung, emphasized the health benefits of clean transportation. “Transitioning to electric vehicles is not just about sustainability – it is about protecting the air we share. By reducing vehicle emissions, we can improve air quality and contribute to healthier communities.”

Municipalities across Canada are playing a crucial role in the transition to sustainable mobility. Plug’n Drive’s EVs are for Everyone Cross-Canada Tour, NB Lung’s Drive Electric Program are supporting these efforts.

Conference delegates and accredited media are encouraged to visit the shared booth in the main foyer of the Fredericton Convention Centre to learn about EV adoption and explore opportunities to bring EV test drives to their communities.

Event Details 

• Location: Foyer of the Fredericton Convention Centre, 670 Queen Street, Fredericton, NB 
• Tuesday Feb 11: Registration opens at 11:30 AM. Test drives start at 12:30 PM. Closed at 4:00 PM. 
• Wednesday Feb 12: Registration opens at 8:00 AM. Test drives start at 9:00 AM. Closed at 4:00 PM. 
• Thursday Feb 13: Registration opens at 8:00 AM. Test drives start at 9:00 AM. Closed at 3:00 PM.
• Pre-booking for conference Delegates 

FCM delegates can book test drive appointments in advance to guarantee their spot and will be required to show their delegate pass upon arrival. A limited number of walk-in spots will also be available for both conference attendees and members of the local community, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Featured Vehicles Available for Test Drives 

• 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E (Battery Electric SUV)
• 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 (Battery Electric SUV)
• 2024 Volvo EX30 (Cross Country Battery Electric Vehicle)
• 2024 Volvo EX40 (Battery Electric SUV)
• 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning (Battery Electric Pick-Up)

All drivers must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid Canadian driver’s license.

Plug’n Drive and NB Lung encourage municipalities and community leaders to engage with them on how to bring EV test drives and education programs to their regions. Hands-on experiences like these are key to accelerating EV adoption and supporting Canada’s transition to cleaner, healthier transportation.

About Plug’n Drive

Plug’n Drive is a not-for-profit organization accelerating EV adoption in Canada to maximize the environmental and economic benefits of an electrified transportation sector. Our vision is to help Canada achieve its goal of 100% electric vehicle sales by 2035 or earlier. Since 2011, we have made incredible strides in our mission through a variety of consumer education programs, including the launch of the world’s first Electric Vehicle Discovery Centre (EVDC) in Toronto, the Electric Vehicle Roadshow event series as well as the Mobile EV Education Trailer (MEET). Our corporate partnerships include EV auto manufacturers, utilities, EV charger manufacturers, and others.

For more information about Plug’n Drive’s programs, services, and events, visit plugndrive.ca and sign up for our newsletter. Join our community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Learn about the EVs are for Everyone Cross-Canada Tour.

About NB Lung

NB Lung is your provincial lung health charity, dedicated to promoting lung health and protecting the air we share through patient support, public education, and policy advocacy. We are proud of our history of serving New Brunswickers living with lung disease and advocating for improved respiratory care and environmental stewardship in the province since 1933. Learn more about NB Lung at www.nblung.ca.

For more information or to arrange an interview please contact:

Tracy Walden
Vice President Engagement
Plug’n Drive
tracy@plugndrive.ca
(613) 915-4857
www.plugndrive.ca

Melanie Langille
President & CEO
NB Lung | Poumon NB
melanie.langille@nblung.ca
www.nblung.ca